Luo Zheng's words were a mix of threats and reassurances, which shocked Tang Sheng and made him look at Luo Zheng with fear. Luo Zheng was not in a hurry, leisurely gesturing for Cao Xi and Shi Qian to sit down. The two understood and smiled, unceremoniously finding a place to sit, silently watching Tang Sheng. Cao Xi threatened further, "Master Tang, if it weren't for considering that we are all from the world, I wouldn't have come to talk face-to-face, but would have acted directly. No matter how strong a person is, they can't be stronger than a country. It's your choice."
Neither Luo Zheng nor Cao Xi mentioned the Emperor's Sword but treated it as a fact in threat to Tang Sheng. If Tang Sheng had nothing to hide, he wouldn't be afraid, but if he did, he would feel exposed. This psychological tactic was adeptly used by the highly intelligent Luo Zheng and Cao Xi. Shi Qian knew his intelligence wasn't comparable, so remained silent and observed, to avoid missteps.
