“"Hua created an intimate atmosphere, opening with the story of the Chinese distinguished statesman Li Hongzhang's visit to England. Li Hongzhang was hosted by Queen Victoria and high-ranking officials. During the banquet, mistaking a cup of coffee for soup, Li Hongzhang slurped it down in one gulp. The English officials looked at each other, on the verge of laughter, until Queen Victoria also sipped her coffee "soup" like Li Hongzhang. The English officials then followed suit. The English truly were the most polite in the world, always maintaining decorum for their guests."”