Chapter 41: Invitation to be a Guest
"Mr. Su, would it be possible for you and your companions to visit China as our guests? Believe me, China is known for its hospitality," Wang Tao proposed with a smile, seizing the opportunity to strengthen their relationship. It would be foolish not to.
"That's fine," Su Xiuyu agreed without hesitation. Since there were no significant threats in this world and China appeared genuinely friendly, there was no harm in accepting the invitation.
During the brief exchange, Wang Tao quickly noticed something—while the group seemed loosely organized, it was clear that Su Xiuyu and the long-haired man beside him held the real decision-making power. The others followed their lead.
Soon, they all boarded a military helicopter large enough to accommodate the entire group. Clearly, the military had specially prepared it for their transport.
For most of them, it was their first time riding in a helicopter, and the experience felt fresh and exhilarating. However, the deafening roar of the rotor blades made conversation nearly impossible—they had to shout just to hear each other.
As they flew, Wang Tao made another observation. With the exception of Su Xiuyu, everyone in the group spoke Japanese. Fortunately, as China official representative, he was fluent in the language and communicated with them effortlessly.
Throughout the journey, Wang Tao quietly analyzed the group's dynamics. The leaders were undoubtedly Su Xiuyu and Uchiha Madara. Su Xiuyu's name was clearly of China origin, while Madara's was distinctly from Japan. The only woman, based on their interactions, seemed to be Su Xiuyu's fiancée. The rest appeared to be clan members.
The extraterrestrial theory was confirmed—Su Xiuyu himself had openly admitted they were visitors from another world. Yet Wang Tao refrained from prying into the group's abilities or powers, knowing that pushing too far could damage their budding relationship.
The helicopter flew swiftly and soon landed at a military base in China.
The base had clearly made extensive preparations. As this was the first official contact with beings from another world, the China military had rehearsed for various possible scenarios. They were prepared to be bold but cautious.
When the group disembarked, Wang Tao led them to the main hall where a modest welcome ceremony awaited. Unlike the grandiose displays of some countries, China kept it simple and formal, prioritizing diplomacy over spectacle.