"...It's not every day you get to meet a head of state."

Upon re-reading, I imagine that Sakuya did this in part because it's an opportunity to make Meiling something new to wear. While Sakuya isn't bad with words, I get the impression that she shows love more in things like new clothing, a perfectly timed hot bath, and one's favorite dinner.

Peter Eng
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