the only proper course to take

twin lotus flowers on one stalk

be outraged by an injustice

become sworn brothers

be forced to leave one's hometown

All things tend in one direction.

beyond one's ability to

turmoil and chaos of war

not care about one's appearance

original(real,unmasked) appearance(character)

foul-mouthed(unclean; filthy)

Guests feel at home

be original in one's ideas

harbour evil intentions

overcome with boredom

never miss one's aim

surge high and sweep forward

not to stick at trifles

break fresh ground

show off in the presence of an expert