-- I have great respect for Senator Shen Tao, so it's a pleasure to meet you. However, I don't understand why you think I have information. Yes, I have certain connections, but you know, everyone in the country plays their own game and isn't in a hurry to say anything, fearing leaks. I have to act largely in the dark, unfortunately. So much so that, despite my formal alignment with the interests of the imperial house, I'm even inclined to think that it's more likely that you and the senator could share some information with me about what's happening. Figuratively speaking. But judging by the persistence of your intelligence, I wouldn't be surprised.
-- And secondly... What's the reason for such interest? Are you worried about the cities in your region?
- This is a contract, he explained the obvious. - I need two signatures: yours and that of someone from the imperial family. If the agreement is concluded, I will protect the innocent from the Despair, and Carnelian and all its current members will come under the control of my father, Senator Shen Tao.