All the civil and military officials present turned pale upon hearing this, except for Sima Pingyun, who didn't react much. Qu Yuefeng was someone he knew of and had even met; they had some interactions.
Although Qu Yuefeng had made a mistake, it wasn't a significant one. It could be perceived as big or small.
Eunuch Hu personally went to deliver the decree.
However, just as Eunuch Hu was about to leave with the imperial decree, he was stopped by Yin Xiao.
"Your Majesty, this old minister has a suggestion," Yin Xiao said, clasping his hands in respect.
"Speak," The Emperor of the Eastern City gestured for him to carry on.
The person that Lord Yin Xiao recommended must be capable of shouldering the burden; at critical moments, one must rely on this elder.
