[ he's following. he gets it. he does have to sort of do a brief little laugh because-- ]

My assassination plan was two steps. Build big bomb. Blow up large building.

[ K.I.S.S. keep it simple stupid. ]

Is this Zorba uninformed enough to attack you and ensure you trigger this king's magic?

[ if he avoids that, then you're back at being the aggressors. ]

You are afraid of a public audience, but I think you can ensure it is in your favor.