After touring Falling Rain Valley, Newman returned to the Xinfei Merchant Guild's office center with Xu Yi.
Once the two were alone, Newman again extended his invitation to Xu Yi and the Xinfei Merchant Guild, taking their discussion a step further.
"President Xu, to be honest, I really cannot understand why your country would suppress your guild. His Majesty King Willy was very surprised when he learned of this, and he could not understand it either. Failing to vigorously support a guild like the Xinfei Merchant Guild, which can contribute so much to the development of an entire kingdom, is already a grave mistake. To actually suppress it as well? His Majesty King Willy and I are both angry on your behalf." Newman put on an expression of righteous indignation.
Xu Yi smiled faintly. "Thank you and His Majesty King Willy for your concern and support. However, this is an internal matter of our Lampari Kingdom. I think it would be best if you did not inquire further, President Newman."
Newman shook his head and sighed. "President Xu, I admit that this is an internal matter of your Lampari Kingdom, and I believe that with your abilities, you will find a solution. Still, on behalf of His Majesty King Willy, I sincerely assure you that the doors of our Rulson Kingdom are always open to you and the Xinfei Merchant Guild. If you ever change your mind and wish to expand into our Rulson Kingdom, His Majesty King Willy will most certainly welcome you."
Xu Yi shrugged. "I hope that day never comes."
It had to be said that Newman had already made himself quite clear.
His words were nothing short of a blatant attempt to poach Xu Yi. Back on Earth, he would probably have been charged with espionage