"31 votes in favor, rejected."
Le Yu's 'immature proposal' ultimately didn't pass.
It's not that those who opposed it were all 'short-sighted' or 'birds who die for food' hoarders. They just didn't see it as the best solution.
Or rather, the tone of Le Yu's proposal didn't align with the style of the Silver Blood Association.
Deception is the Silver Blood Association's guideline for external actions.
Betting separately is the survival secret of the casino in chaotic times.
"Although the Linhai Army runs rampant in Dongyang, they will eventually leave. Ultimately, this land belongs to the Silver Blood Association, to the merchants, officials, and the Heyang Army. If we merchants all pledge allegiance to the Linhai Army, how would Governor Quan Yuan view us? Or Governor Yun Tianhe? Or Governor Gaishiwen?"
"Friendly relations with Blue Flame are necessary, but the Governor's office, the Ministry of Proclamation, and the Heyang Army are forces we must maintain relationships with."
