Seeing that Albert didn't take the bait, Cavour felt a bit disappointed, but Prince Albert's response was also within Cavour's expectations.
After all, the biggest taboo in the field of diplomacy is to follow the other party's train of thought, as doing so would unknowingly lead one into the opponent's pace.
Since Albert didn't want to open up the topic, Cavour decided to "help" Prince Albert face the bayonet hidden under the Franco-British friendship.
Cavour clasped his hands together, his expression serious, and said softly to Prince Albert, "However, I personally believe that the canal being in the hands of the French Empire is not something particularly worth celebrating for the Kingdom of Britain!"
Upon hearing Cavour's response, Prince Albert couldn't help but furrow his brow.
From Albert's expression, it was evident that he was very irked by Cavour's manner of laying all issues bare.
This made Albert feel cornered, having to face these complex issues head-on.
