When the special envoy of the Golden Eagle Country arrived at White Stone City, it was already late autumn.
To this special envoy, visiting White Stone City was not a difficult task.
In fact, the reason he came to White Stone City this time was to escort the grain. On the other hand, he was representing the Golden Eagle Country to request that White Stone City hand over 50% of the grain this year.
This was not because the Golden Eagle Country was greedy, but because a few days ago, the Golden Eagle Country encountered a plague of insects. All the grain that was about to be harvested was eaten up by the insects.
Although the Golden Eagle Country still had some grain, if they did not increase the amount of grain they had to hand over, the Golden Eagle Country would have to starve.
As for where the insects came from … it was self-explanatory.
To be honest, along the way, the special envoy was worried that White Stone City would not be able to hand over the grain. After all, this plague of insects had affected many countries. Some countries did not even wait for the Golden Eagle Country to collect the grain. Instead, they sent people to beg the Golden Eagle Country to give them some grain.
If Baishi City was also like this, then it would be tantamount to him making a wasted trip.
Fortunately, the scenery along the way made the special envoy feel more at ease. As far as the eye could see, the fields were filled with harvested crops. The golden wheat was piled up like a mountain.
Under the sunlight, it was so dazzling that the special envoy could not help but feel relieved.
It seemed like the situation at White Stone City was not too bad. Of course, he had sent people to ask around. It was said that White Stone City was also affected by the disaster. However, a great mage suddenly appeared and helped them to chase away those damned insects. Furthermore, he helped the crops that were eaten by the insects to grow again.
Regarding this rumor, the Special Envoy only snorted. Such a thing was simply a joke. Not to mention whether or not it could drive away the insects, it was impossible to make the crops that had been eaten grow again!
He didn't know what had gotten into these farmers, but they actually dared to spout such nonsense.
However, this had nothing to do with him. The only thing that the special envoy had to do now was to head to White Stone City and discuss with King Lalit about the issue of handing over the grain.
Very quickly, the special envoy arrived at the outskirts of White Stone City. However, what happened next shocked the special envoy of the Golden Eagle Country.
Initially, he thought that after knowing of his arrival, even if King Lalit did not personally welcome him, he would at least send a group of people to welcome him.
However, what he did not expect was that after he revealed his identity, the guards only announced him briefly and did not respond.
The city gates were also tightly shut, with no intention of opening.
Only the small door at the side was open. This was not in line with diplomatic etiquette at all. According to logic, when another country sent an envoy, there should be at least some basic diplomatic etiquette!
Initially, the envoy from the Golden Eagle Country was still able to wait patiently. However, as they waited and waited, from morning to noon, then from noon to afternoon, all the way till sunset, there was still no response from King Lalit.
He was sure that the Golden Eagle Country's envoy was playing a prank on him.
Not only that, the way the commoners looked at them was driving the envoy of the Golden Eagle Country crazy. As a special envoy of the Golden Eagle Country, he would be treated with respect wherever he went. But now, he was being tossed aside without a second glance, not to mention the fact that the other party was someone they had defeated before!
A mere loser dares to torment me like this?
Thinking of this, the special envoy also secretly made up his mind. This time, he must negotiate with the White Stone City to increase the share of food to eighty percent — no, a hundred percent!!
When the sun was about to set, a group of knights finally arrived at the entrance. Then, the leading knight bowed to the envoy.
"Hello, Mr. Special Envoy, welcome to Baishi City."
"Is this how you receive an envoy?"
After being left hanging outside for a day, the envoy was filled with anger. If it weren't for the fact that he didn't bring many people with him this time and that he couldn't attack White Stone City here, he would have already ordered a life-and-death battle with White Stone City.
How could these country bumpkins tarnish the glory of the Golden Eagle Country?!
"My apologies, Mr. Special Envoy."
Facing the special envoy's questioning, the leading knight's expression did not change at all. It was purely a routine matter.
"As His Majesty was busy, we did not have the time to report this matter to him. Hence, we have kept you waiting. Now, please follow us …"
As he spoke, the knight lifted his head and glanced at the soldiers behind the special envoy.
"Also, for safety's sake, please have your soldiers wait outside the city."
"You — —!!"
Hearing this, the special envoy's face turned pale. Such blatant mockery was intolerable. He could not even bring his own soldiers into the city. How dare these people do this?
Were they crazy?
This group of people, they were challenging the supreme dignity of the Golden Eagle Country!!
For a moment, the envoy even wanted to turn around and leave with a flick of his sleeves. He wanted to return and report everything that had happened to him to His Majesty so that he could send an army to kill all these arrogant bastards.
However, as a diplomat, he was clear that he was not here to quarrel with Baishi City. He was here to collect the food.
Now that he thought about it, it was probably because Baishi City was unwilling to hand over the food. Hence, they purposely made things difficult for him.
But no matter what, the food that had to be handed over was already written on paper. Both parties had signed a treaty. No matter how displeased Baishi City was, they had to abide by the treaty.
Otherwise, what awaited Baishi City would be the wrath and war of the Golden Eagle Country!
Thinking about this, the special envoy forcefully suppressed his anger. Then, he turned around and gestured for his guards to rest outside. Then, he tidied his clothes and walked into Baishi City with a cold expression. Under the escort of the knights, he headed to the palace.
In the palace, the special envoy finally met King Lalit.
However, this King didn't seem to be busy at all. On the contrary, he was currently eating meat and drinking wine. Beside him, there was even a female singer to add to the fun. It seemed like he was enjoying himself.
Looking at this scene, the fury in the envoy's heart that he had initially suppressed flared up again. However, he still forced himself to walk forward and salute the other party indifferently.
"Greetings, Your Majesty King Lalit."
"Oh, greetings."
Hearing the special envoy's greeting, King Lalit glanced at him with his drunken eyes and nodded.
"So, is there anything that brings you here?"
"What is it?"
Hearing King Lalit's words, the special envoy was taken aback. However, he quickly answered.
"Your Majesty King Lalit, according to the treaty between our two countries, this year, Baishi City should hand over 30% of the food that you harvested to us. And I am here to collect the food on behalf of the Golden Eagle Country's Majesty!"
At the end of his sentence, the special envoy couldn't help but raise his voice to express his anger.
"Your Majesty, I believe you are ready?"
"Food?"
Hearing the special envoy's question, King Lalit narrowed his eyes and tilted his head to recall for a moment. Then, he lifted his head and smiled at the special envoy.
"No."
Then, King Lalit gave his answer in a firm and decisive manner.