Chinese Independent Schools

I think we dream so we don't have to be apart so long. If we're in each other's dreams, we can play together all night.
- Bill Watterson

"Cross swords"
When people cross swords, they argue or dispute. This expression is used when some groups accuse each other for non-adherence to norms. Actually no sword is used but the tempo of the argument is high enough to cause worsening of the already bad situation.