"Give me a reason."
"Make me feel this trip wasn't a waste."
Liu Di's voice slowly rang out in the warm room.
Leip immediately straightened up and unfurled a banner he had prepared long ago—"Gemini's Americas Promotion Ambassador, the diligent Leip."
Then he unfurled a second banner—"Whoever hinders Gemini's progress shall be my mortal enemy, the righteous Leip."
Swish!
The third banner—"Within one month, Gemini products will cover the Western Hemisphere. Tax cuts, strong support, the fair Leip."
The fat man immediately broke into a radiant smile.
Liu Di drew a slight breath.
Leip smiled again. "Look, you're wearing an ancient long robe today, while I'm wearing a Chinese Tang suit. We truly are of one mind. Our cooperation is sure to be pleasant. Gemini's development cannot do without me, hehe."
Liu Di's gaze flickered.
He slowly raised a hand. Fluid Metal condensed into thin threads and dragged a chair over from one side of the office. He sat down properly.
For a moment, Liu Di sat upright while Leip knelt on the floor, holding up his banners.
Between them sat a boiling teapot over the flames.
The tea bubbled softly. Steam filled the air, carrying a rich fragrance.
Other than that, there was complete silence.
Leip's eyes widened slightly. His expression froze, and he could no longer smile. It felt as though a thunderous judgment was about to descend upon him.
Liu Di said softly, "Put away these tricks of yours. Even if you promote for me, it would only be because I forced you. You'd be unwilling, and the results wouldn't be good."
Leip said solemnly, "No! I'm doing this entirely of my own free will!"
"You still harbor ill intentions. You're always looking for a chance to kill me. That's difficult to change."
"Killing you would be