Charm Spider and the others warmly welcomed Kexoya's party according to their earlier arrangements.
When they reached the landing pad, one of the commanders beside Kexoya could barely restrain his urge to attack.
Kexoya immediately stopped him and whispered, "Commander Mo Ya, don't be so rash. Wait until she gets closer. We're surrounded by the Insect Race here, after all. Let's wait until we reach the Council Chamber."
Charm Spider led Godo, the other commanders, and several Matriarchs to the landing pad, stepping forward to welcome them.
"Welcome, everyone. With your visit, peace in the Southern Realm is just around the corner."
Kexoya stepped forward and bowed. "We've come for the sake of peace in the Southern Realm. We hope to hold further discussions with your race."
"Please, come inside!"
The sight of Godo and Mude behind Charm Spider infuriated Kekeqiya. "Have you two traitors been enjoying yourselves among the Insect Race?"
Godo acted as though he had heard nothing and followed Charm Spider toward the meeting room. Mude, however, smiled. "Well enough. You'll find out once you surrender to the Insect Race. They treat us quite well. If you want to surrender, I can put in a good word for you."
Commander Duoxia spat, "Shameless!"
Mude was utterly unbothered and replied coolly, "Anyone with a thinner skin is probably waiting to die on Intermoon Star. Haven't you come here to surrender?"
In a fit of anger, Commander Duoxia nearly blurted out their true purpose. "Do you think everyone is like you? We're here to..."
The commander from Suge Star hurriedly cut in. "We're here for peace talks. Do you understand the fundamental difference between negotiating peace and surrendering?"
Mude nodded with a smile. "There's no need for us to argue. Please, come inside."
Everyone entered the meeting room and