"While I cannot truly say whether we share such outlooks, I will admit there is much in the way of goodwill towards your people on the part of the Empire." Suketoshi said with a nod, continuing with "Certainly, there are things we agree on, just as I am sure there are those which we do not. Nevertheless, much like the shores of the Setagawa are unto nature, this 'ground' we tread is indeed suited to a long, healthy relationship." as he glanced briefly to
Tadakatsu Haruno, who, owing to his fascination with the country, found himself marveling the room they found themselves in. "
Ahem, Haruno-san?" He said in an attempt to grab his attention; this was no time to be admiring artwork, as far as Suketoshi was concern.
"My apologies, your excellencies. Truly some fascinating architecture here." Tadakatsu said, turning back to look at the two. "I am of a similar opinion to the Prime Minister, there is much that we can cooperate on, even in light of, as you put it, Jiāyuán's present isolation. At a bare minimum, it is my belief and the belief of the government of Daitō that we can come to an agreement on matters of trade, beyond what may already exist due to private actors, companies and the like." He stated. "But what I believe is, at this point, secondary to what you wish to achieve here. So please, if it is your wish, explain to us what you may wish to see done."