After Chong An had formed an idea, he cautiously said to Councilor Huang, "Councilor Lan and Councilor Wan have yet to determine victory or defeat. If I step in now and actively support one of them, would the other target me...?"
Councilor Huang merely chuckled. "What is there to fear? The two of them only mean to target those newly promoted councilors. Besides, neither will focus solely on suppression—they will surely suppress on one hand and win people over on the other. I only recognize benefits. Whoever brings me benefits, I will support. It all depends on who puts down the larger stake."
As he spoke, he pointed at Chong An. "But remember this: only once you reach the position of councilor can you be like me. In Origin Xia, once you become a councilor, so long as you do not commit the crime of rebellion and your cultivation is sufficient, no one can do anything to you."
Hearing him bring up the matter once again, Chong An saw that he was serious this time. He said, "I am deeply grateful for your esteem, Councilor, but my cultivation is still somewhat lacking..."
Councilor Huang was utterly unconcerned. "I said long ago that this is not a problem, so do not worry overmuch. It is not that your own foundations are insufficient; you merely lack a few opportunities. Those can all be made up for.
"Besides, given your background, you are actually more suitable in the eyes of the Upper Hall. You have no foundations and will not be too deeply entangled with the Myriad Ways. That is instead your advantage."
Chong An hurriedly put on a grateful expression. "Then I shall have to rely entirely on your support, Councilor."
Councilor Huang gave an approving hum and nodded. "Just wait. Once