"Hum, the granaries are meant for reserves."
"The spring and autumn grain could supply the market, and if I close them temporarily, what could it possibly affect?" Seeing Prefect Xu's expression change, Zhang Dai sneered even more as he spoke.
"If anyone seizes the chance to hoard and profit, they will naturally be dealt with according to the law. Could it be that my blade is not sharp?"
Things had already reached this point, and he was still considering the consequences of executing a few wealthy families?
Looking at Zhang Dai's expression, everyone's face immediately changed.
Prefect Xu stared at him with a pale face. "How can it be unrelated? The reallocation of the Seven Granaries involves millions. The slightest oversight means disaster—you are mad."
"Hum, I shall bear all responsibility myself. I am the imperial commissioner, and you have only to obey orders. If you wish to stop this, submit a memorial to the Emperor and let him hold me accountable."
Having made his decision, Zhang Dai completely ignored whether Prefect Xu and the others agreed, casting a cold glance at them. "Any of you may submit a memorial."
Seeing this, Prefect Xu knew this man's mind was made up. A trace of joy flashed across his face, but he immediately said with a heavy, grief-stricken tone, "Senior Brother Zhang, the matter has blown up far too much. I implore you to think twice about how to end this!"
Although the two foxes were some distance from the crowd, their hearing was exceptionally sharp, and they naturally heard the dialogue of this group and were stunned.
"Squeak!" The two foxes exchanged a glance, communicating silently with their eyes as if saying, could this matter suddenly blow up to such an extent?
Even though they were not human, as