He could agree to the other conditions, but Teng Shang didn't dare allow the soldiers here to escort him back.
Having been in a position of power for so many years, he naturally knew what this implied.
It was tantamount to letting the wolf into the sheepfold. That alone would be enough to leave him with no footing in the Eastern Yi.
"I can promise more gold, silver, and other goods, but an escort from your nation is out of the question."
Ancient Wen Heng looked at him as if he were an idiot. "And if you simply never return? That would be like tossing a meat bun to a dog—gone for good. Do you really think I would make such an unprofitable deal?"
Prince Zuo Tengshang was speechless. 'I feel like I've been insulted again, but I can't quite put my finger on how.'
Just then, Mr. He spoke up. "Sir, there's no need for us to take such a risk. It's clear this Prince is just scheming against us. We should just have him taken away."
