C370 The Sorrow of the Minor Character

Negotiations among diplomats are always shrouded in secrecy, especially when they touch on matters of national interest. Even someone like Gao Shaoyi, who might be inclined to probe indirectly for information, would need to employ tact and subtlety. But his current approach—outright threats—was crossing the line.

"I'm at a loss for what you're implying