As expected, his aloofness had the desired effect.
In the Empire, high-ranking nobles don't need to consult with lower nobles about everything, nor do they need to share all their secrets; it's enough for others to know the final decision.
If Ren Zhong really asked questions like "Do you trust me?", it would only reveal his insecurity, completely contradicting his persona as an Angel Envoy.
His second response was correct, and after a brief deliberation, the credibility of the frozen Elders in Ren Zhong was once again solidified, becoming even firmer.
Ma Zhongfei was the first to jump out, reaching above the rectangular structure to open the cover, revealing the physical button console inside, while lamenting, "This Pilgrim is truly despicable and shameless, even in dying trying to sow discord. But I, Old Ma, won't be fooled by its sweet talk."
