"As long as you are willing to pass on my message, Duchess, you may choose any treasure in the Imperial Palace Treasury."
Xu Jiawei answered with ringing conviction.
"Your Majesty, there is no need for you to say any of that.
If you were truly sincere, you would put it in writing straightaway, rather than make empty promises."
The Duchess did not fall for Xu Jiawei's act at all.
After being deceived by the emperor once, she believed that only benefits she actually held in her hands counted as real gains.
Even an emperor's promises were not all that trustworthy.
At her words, Xu Jiawei's expression turned somewhat grim.
But.
There was nothing he could do.
When asking someone for a favor, he really did need to show some sincerity.
Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh.
Xu Jiawei waved his hand several times. Light flickered, and one chest after another appeared between him and the Duchess.
The Duchess's eyes lit up at the sight. "What is this?"
"These are some of my personal assets and properties. These documents certify ownership.
Their current value is at least thirty to forty million gold soul coins.
I believe you should be satisfied now, Duchess?"
After speaking, Xu Jiawei stared intently at the Duchess.
Soon.
He saw a satisfied smile appear on her face. "Your Majesty, rest assured. I will certainly give you a satisfactory answer.
When our honored ancestor returns, I will convey your request at the first opportunity.
I will also ask our honored ancestor to intervene and save our Star Luo Empire."
Eat someone's food, and your tongue grows short; take their gifts, and your hands are tied.
After receiving those benefits, the Duchess's attitude took a complete about-face.
"Good. Wonderful."
Xu Jiawei looked rather excited.
Their Star Luo Empire finally had hope of