Ch. 501Even a Clay Figure Has a Temper
The Star Luo Emperor used an insulting letter from the Heaven Dou Emperor and the messenger’s abuse as grounds to prepare for war. He summoned his senior commanders and decided to pursue a limited campaign, while fearing it could escalate into a war of annihilation.
- The Star Luo Emperor ordered the Heaven Dou messenger executed and his head displayed after receiving an insulting letter.
- The messenger cursed the Star Luo Emperor before the guards killed him.
- The Star Luo Emperor tore up the letter, claimed Heaven Dou had insulted his national dignity, and summoned his marshal and senior generals.
- The Star Luo generals urged the Star Luo Emperor to invade Heaven Dou and capture its emperor.
- The Star Luo Emperor decided to wage a limited war to punish Heaven Dou, but worried it could escalate and draw in Heaven Dou’s Regent Prince.