"Dead people still eat."
"Yes, they do."
"Can they make friends?"
"Of course, they can."
"..."
"Your Majesty need not worry, the dead don't fall in love—at least not with the living."
"Oh, that's good to know."
The King let out a sigh of relief but felt it was somewhat impolite, so he quickly ordered a servant to pour Wu Xiaode a drink.
Wu Xiaode picked up his cup and clinked it against the King's, then continued to bury his head and gobble up his food.
By this time, it was getting late.
The Emperor ordered to make camp on the spot.
After the misunderstanding was resolved (or so it seemed), the Emperor immediately became much more approachable.
He not only personally invited Wu Xiaode to have dinner but also decided to gift him a precious sword in thanks for saving his daughter.
The precious sword was still in the Imperial City.
Once they returned, Nina would summon him.
Then the King would bestow the sword.
Perfect.