Culture can differ, but people can get closer to each other by being sincere and by knowing each other better. I don’t think intruding on others’ privacy is in Chinese culture. Do you really think it would have been much better if msb had told you about his salary, his car or his house, etc? It would’ve been totally ridiculous.
From my perspective, I do think Europeans are more civilized than North Americans. The manner msb responded to you proved my point. He has always been very nice in his posts and has not insulted anyone even though some of you are not very kind with him. That’s what is called “a French gentleman”. He even proposed to invite you out for a lunch. Go ahead! Even if you cannot date him, you can always find a good friend. It doesn’t harm.
I don’t know msb personally and my judgment is based on facts, not because he is a French from France, a beautiful country I like so much. |