The way of officialdom was to understand how to assess the situation.
All the officials present could see that the royal clan was doomed this time. Since the Aurora God Emperor had personally issued the plan of disposition, they naturally had to support it.
For a time, more than half the officials in the hall cried out that His Majesty was wise, their voices deafening.
But not every official supported this plan.
The royal clan had sprawling branches and dealings with every major force, infiltrating one another. If the royal clan's great tree fell, it would not affect only the royal clan itself. Outsiders would certainly be implicated, especially those with close ties to the royal clan.
Quite a number of the officials present were in precisely this situation. Even at a time like this, they had to protect the royal clan. At the very least, they could not allow the matter to be settled according to the current plan.
Voices of opposition arose.
"Your Majesty, please reconsider. In this humble subject's opinion, this disposition is improper. Over the years, the royal clan has not only committed faults, but also rendered meritorious service. Handling the royal clan in this manner may chill the hearts of those who have served with distinction and shame the spirits of the founding heroes in heaven."
A civil official stepped forward. His status among the civil officials was extremely high, second only to the prime minister.
More civil and military officials then stepped forward in opposition, speaking up to defend the royal clan.
Though the opposition was smaller than the supporters, it was still a force that could not be ignored, enough to shake the court.
The Aurora God Emperor allowed the opposition to speak. Once they had finished, the great hall returned to silence.