The King of Chen turned solemn. "I've heard that lobbyists convince others by exaggerating. Is Mr. Su like them?"
He did not speak like a King would, seemingly finding etiquette of little importance. His words implied that Mr. Su's team consisted of talented people and should not lower themselves by using the tactics of lobbyists.
Meng Qi looked serious and respectful as he stared straight at the King without saying a single word.
They had rehearsed and deliberated many times about this meeting, so the rest of the team also remained serious. The atmosphere was solemn and the hall was so silent that one could hear a pin drop.
The King took a deep breath and continued, "Chu and Tang are like predators to us but we have already become a vassal state to Chu. It keeps them from attacking us and gives us a strong ally against Tang. What danger can we be in now?"
