Han Bi still felt dazed after ending the call.
Because he knew Great Emperor Ziwei, the cabinet had decided to include him in the reception? He was thirty-seven thousandth in the royal line of succession, yet he would be welcoming Huang Ji alongside royals ranked in the top five hundred?
That was a tremendous chance to be seen. His ranking might even climb because of it.
More importantly, taking part in diplomacy at the civilization level was an honor in itself.
"Lord Han Bi, how could you agree to go?" Si Pike asked gravely.
Han Bi tilted his head. "How could I refuse? This is a major diplomatic event! If our civilization needs me, of course I'll go!"
The Red Shield Woman gazed at him admiringly. "As expected of Lord Han Bi. Even the royal capital invited you to something this important!"
Han Bi happily rubbed his shell. "I just happened to know Huang Ji."
Few people in the entire Shacha Civilization were Huang Ji's friends. Come to think of it, Han Bi seemed to be the only one. Inviting him to this diplomatic event made sense.
Si Pike, however, remained cautious. "I think it's a trap. Why did the message come through the city lord instead of a direct order from the Communications Directorate or the royal Internal Affairs Department?"
Han Bi thought for a moment. "Does this even need a direct order? They probably sent it to my city's City Lord's Mansion, and the city lord is carrying it out."
"What are you suspicious of? If our civilization calls on me, I'll answer!"
Si Pike sent him a private message. "Have you forgotten what Ziwei said? Alshaz would use every means possible to get you out of the Shell World."
Han Bi paused, then replied, "How could I