Luo Zheng's keen observational skills quickly picked up on the glint of greed in Sadi's eyes, and he let out a silent, mocking laugh. He chose not to call it out but instead feigned difficulty, glancing around. The estate was expansive, with patrols in plain sight and more secretive spots seeming to conceal ambushes. Without lingering to avoid misunderstandings, he turned his gaze back on Sadi just as the nearby ambassador chuckled softly, "Old friend, this is not the way to treat guests."
"Right, right, come on, do come inside," Sadi responded energetically, ushering the two into the estate. The living room was lavishly furnished with authentic alligator leather sofas, abstract oil paintings hanging upon the walls — certainly not fakes given Sadi's status — and a spacious, bright crystal chandelier overhead.
