Ruth knew very well that the Sia Tower would definitely show him great respect... at least on the surface.
Of course, he also had to be aware of what he could and couldn't do.
But he absolutely couldn't shrink back just because he understood that from now on he would be considered lower; he couldn't even step aside for their subordinates or slaves.
The world is always like this... others will never choose to stay on the opposite shore because you want to take a step back; they will only completely occupy the space you relinquish.
The more you retreat, the more the other side will occupy.
When you have no more room to retreat and want to reclaim your territory... that is when you are taking things from others.
The same applies to dealing with people.
Even if one's attitude is very gentle, the bottom line must never be compromised.
