Several ministers lowered their heads. That had indeed been their intention.
If Su Yueli was willing to act, King Dongping would have no room to resist.
The Great Li Imperial Family could then reclaim military authority over the Eastern Territory and eliminate a hidden danger that had been festering for years.
"Go back and tell the regent prince."
Su Yueli tapped the table. "I only deal with others borrowing my name. The struggle between King Dongping and the imperial family is for them to settle themselves."
"Lady Su, if the Eastern Territory rises in rebellion, those who die will all be Great Li's people."
The leading minister raised his head, trying to use the common people to persuade her.
"That is precisely why the court should think carefully before acting."
Su Yueli's tone remained unchanged. "If you truly worry about the people, then negotiate with King Dongping. If you want to reclaim military authority yet refuse to bear the cost, there is no such bargain under heaven."
The minister's expression shifted repeatedly.
With matters laid bare like this, continuing to pester her would only anger Su Yueli.
The group could only take their leave.
After leaving the residence, a young official asked softly, "My lord, how should we explain this when we return?"
"Tell the truth."
The leading minister sighed. "Lady Su will not purge the imperial family's rivals, nor will she support regional vassal kings. She truly does not wish to involve herself in court struggles."
"Then the plan we prepared earlier..."
"Stop all of it."
The old minister looked back at the residence gate.
"Do not set your sights on her again. King Dongping nearly lost his life. Has that still not sobered you up?"
Only after they had gone far away did Han Yu return to the