"Alright, I understand."
"Inform the royal house that I'll be there shortly."
Otsutsuki Genshi gave his response, telling the Main Family official to go deliver the reply first.
But in reality—
He had no intention whatsoever of entering the [Royal Palace] to attend this 'trap banquet.'
If he truly went in—
Whether or not the royal house made a move against them, as long as the divine artifact [Kamimusubi] remained sealed, they would be trapped inside the Royal Palace indefinitely.
They might even lose contact with the council forces outside, becoming fish in a barrel.
If His Majesty [King Zhenruo] was truly inside the Royal Palace, then they could stake everything on one desperate attempt, leading the council's upper ranks inside to sabotage his [Godhood Ascension Ritual].
But if he was not there, then they would simply be walking into a trap and digging their own graves!
Under the banner of righteousness, the royal house had nearly cut off all of their options and escape routes.
They had even temporarily covered up the infamy of the [Main Family Royal House betraying its oath and launching a surprise attack on Dragon Palace City]...
He had to admit—
This combination of an 'open scheme and conspiracy' the royal house had played was truly brilliant!
Whether he went or not, he was already at a disadvantage.
Originally—
Breaking the deadlock would have been simple.
As long as Grand Elder Xushiki attended.
In fact, if the Grand Elder went, this trap banquet would not be much of a threat at all.
They might even turn the tables on the royal house!
At that point, it would be the Main Family Royal House that had cause to fear.
Unfortunately, there were no ifs.
The royal house had counted on Grand Elder Xushiki not appearing.
That