At such a good time for advancement, a series of these things unexpectedly happened.
Although the Emperor said it was a temporary respite for him to recuperate, and that he'd take office again once fully recovered, the court is ever-changing, often within just a day. If you're inactive in the officialdom for a year, who will remember you then?
Thus, he took extra care to console Ye Zi'an with a few words.
Ye Zi'an naturally thanked him sincerely for his kindness.
The visitor didn't stay long in Shandong and returned to the Capital City the next day.
However, the purpose of his visit to Shandong was known by the local officials; they all understood that Ye Zi'an was out of luck. Saying he was temporarily suspended for recuperation was putting it nicely; otherwise, it meant he was dismissed.
But despite this, most people felt no inclination to mock him, since his foundation is solid, not something an ordinary person can compare to.
