Chapter 875: Chapter 555: Capital, Banquet (Part 3)
Lin Guang said nothing, the thoughtful expression flashed through Arasaka Koichi’s eyes, followed by a more respectful demeanor.
He no longer anticipated that he could impress them in this manner, but instead gently waved his hand towards the back.
In the next moment.
On the stage below the royal seat, a performance full of classical and fantasy colors had already begun.
Dozens of beautiful performers dressed in twelve-layered kimonos, with strange luminescence on their shoulders, and doll-like delicate makeup, were dancing to the elegant music composed of guzheng and shakuhachi.
This time, everyone devoted their energy to watch.
The "light spots" dancing with the performers were quite amazing, coming in various colors. Upon closer look, they were Spirit Beasts about the size of a palm, composed entirely of pure light particles, resembling butterflies.
They were called the "Rainbow Butterflies," spirit beasts unique to Fusang, and followed the movements of the performers, gracefully dancing in mid-air.
Each flap of their wings would scatter countless colorful light spots into the air, not only calming Spirit Masters but also acting like the most skillful lighting designers, rendering the whole stage as a realm filled with a hazy beauty.
Even the usually calm Su Yue, Chelina, the somewhat indifferent Zumama, and Vishdair nodded their heads.
This was indeed distinctive.
After watching for a while, Vishdair devoured the ruby-like sushi on his plate in one bite, then muttered to Lin Guang beside him:
"Wasn’t it said that the situation in Fusang is terrible? Why does it still look so luxurious here?"
"I’m not sure."
Lin Guang narrowed his eyes slightly.
The few girls, Su Yue, and Finn Xi showed a hint of contemplation as well.
——They had come to Fusang under Li Jiatu’s arrangement with an important observation mission.
Yet, from the initial teleportation and what they observed now, they could derive a conclusion.
Despite the continuous news of beast tides, the ruling government of Fusang has not lost control over its territory and crucial wonders, with core areas appearing quite stable, even sharply perceiving the True Master’s arrival by employing the Rainbow Serpent Bridge, just approaching territorial waters.
Is Fusang actually still managing well?
However, at that moment.
Arasaka Saburo’s eyes flashed with a green light, and he suddenly smiled bitterly and spoke.
"I sincerely apologize, esteemed guests from Great Xia, I have just been informed by my subordinates about Her Imperial Highness the Princess’s cooperation request."
"Due to the dual pressure of beast tides and the Outer Battlefield, domestic affairs are hectic, with True Masters nearly all fighting on the front lines. I have been shuttling between the Capital and Tokyo handling various affairs, failing to respond promptly to Her Imperial Highness the Princess’s and your dignitaries’ visit request. It is indeed a dereliction of duty."
"I penalize myself with a drink to express my apologies to all."
He lifted the cup of sake in front of him and drank it all in one go, with a thoroughly proper attitude leaving no room for criticism.
Finn Xi spoke up: "When will a reply be given? Or how will the specific agreement be reached, and how will negotiations proceed?"
"...this..."
He suddenly showed a troubled expression.
Vishdair revealed a slightly dissatisfied expression: "Ha? Why is it being delayed again?"
"Actually... the situation is truly not very good now."
He set the sake cup down, a fitting bitter smile on his face, and continued.
"My two sworn brothers are busy suppressing Beast Kings in various places, while most of the veteran True Masters are at the Outer Battlefield, and there are really few available Six-Star practitioners. Otherwise, why would only I be present today?"
"But the issue is..."
He sincerely looked at Lin Guang and the others: "Arasaka does not belong solely to me. The true power wielders are the elders and sworn brothers."
"This matter is of great importance, a deep cooperation request between Great Xia and Fusang; I cannot decisively make the decision."
Realizing his words sounded like an evasion, Arasaka Koichi looked at Lin Guang, his black eyes full of genuine respect.
"But please believe, it is not intentional neglect."
"Before the great upheaval, Fusang was already a vassal state of Great Xia, protected for millennia."
"Afterwards, the two countries have always maintained excellent diplomatic relations, and with Her Imperial Highness the Princess bridging the connection, you have come with goodwill to discuss national affairs, how dare we have any slack?"
"Precisely because of its importance, we must not make a reckless decision."
"If a resolution is needed, please wait until my sworn brothers and predecessors return and recover from the frontline."
"As for the timing... it is uncertain, but it shouldn’t be too long."
Upon these words, everyone was momentarily silent—his speech was sincere, filled with heartfelt praise and admiration, almost excessively flattering.
Yet at this moment, Lin Guang could clearly hear through the [Black Crown]... the true intent wave of the counterpart, without any trace of falsehood.
The admiration was incredibly genuine, even causing him a hint of unexpected surprise.
Is it truly a Great Xia enthusiast?
And in the next moment, came something even more extravagant.
"Lin Guang... Lord, may I address you this way?"
His gaze landed on Lin Guang, intense to the point of being a little disturbing.
"Lord Lin Guang, although you are still a student, your strength is already comparable to a True Master."
"You may not know, but before I broke through to Six-Star, it was precisely your championship moment, the final of the Fenghai Province tournament, I watched multiple times before my retreat."
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