Elder Zhong was not willing to go to war either; his previous statement was merely the best outcome in an ideal situation.
He had long anticipated that many officials would disagree during the morning court session.
Though he was an elder, his word was not final.
Speaking in such a manner was also a way to leave himself a way out.
Emperor Xuanming waved his hand: "My dear minister, your words are reasonable; let it be done as you said."
Grand Tutor Deng's face turned red with frustration, wanting to decline, but he had missed the opportunity. Even if he was not the wisest, he knew that once the emperor had made a decision, it was not something that could be changed by a few casual words; it required careful and long-term consideration.
Minister Qi was relatively clever; he knew well that the current emperor did not wish to see war and upheaval in the imperial court. Even though Emperor Xuanming's mood was unpredictable, dislike of trouble was certain.
