After a while, the High Priest eventually reopened his eyes, regaining his usual astuteness and decisiveness. His expression then turned serious as he spoke.
"How did your meeting with the princess go today?"
Xiulote smiled genuinely from the heart.
"Very well. I am devoted to her, and she to me. The Hummingbird and the newly bloomed lotus are in harmony, just awaiting the day of bloom."
Feeling the young man's genuine joy, the High Priest smiled in satisfaction.
"Good! My child, you need to delve deeper into the princess's heart, thereby leaving a groundwork at the King's side!"
Hearing this, Xiulote's expression froze. He pondered his grandfather's words, harboring uneasy speculations in his mind.
"Leaving... groundwork...?"
The High Priest nodded solemnly. He did not hesitate, and spoke in a deep voice.