44. Kou / Compulsion
(Heaven above Wind)
Description
A playful Zephyr dances and delights beneath indulgent Heaven:
A Prince who shouts orders but will not walk among his people may as well try to command the four winds.
A strong, addictive temptation, much more dangerous than it seems.
Analysis
You are ignoring a clear and present danger to your well-being.
If this threat emanated from a heavy-handed oppressor, you would see it coming.
But this danger comes to you in the form of a seduction, an amusement, a diversion, an indulgence that is eating away at the fiber of your secure little world.
You are too cocksure.
You underestimate the tribute this dalliance will demand.
Changing Lines
Line 1
Get control of yourself.
This temptation has you rooting like a hog.
Only self-discipline can steer you off this road to disaster.
Line 2
A fish in the kitchen.
Adequate for your humble needs, but not suitable for guests.
No mistake.
Line 3
They flay the skin from his thighs then toss him in the wasteland to struggle home.
He will live to remember this hideous lesson, and will avoid any more painful mistakes.
Line 4
No fish for guests; none even for yourself.
Misfortune.
Line 5
Keep this melon growing in the shade.
It is a blessing from heaven.
Line 6
You lower your horns toward one who sincerely wants to become close to you.
Your companion's understanding will spare you any regret.