"My lord, now that the Human Emperor has passed away, Thousand Mountains, Southwind, and Falling Moon Prefectures have rebelled. Southwind and Falling Moon have even marched their armies toward Central Province, seeking to seize the Imperial City. All of Great Zhao is now unstable."
"With the Human Emperor gone, none of the Imperial Princes are outstanding enough to inherit the throne."
"Forgive your subordinate for speaking such treasonous words, but Great Zhao's days are nearly over. My lord, you control Northcloud Prefecture, and your strength is no less than that of the other marquises. We might as well—rebel!"
By the end, Fu Bo had bowed deeply.
Hearing this, the other generals.
All remained silent.
No one spoke against his words, but no one voiced their agreement either.
Looking at the people below him.
The Marquis of Northcloud wore a mild expression. He did not grow angry, merely saying calmly, "Do not utter such treasonous nonsense again. With the Imperial Court in peril, how could I kick it while it is down?"
"My lord—"
"Enough. We will discuss this another day."
The Marquis of Northcloud waved a hand, stopping him from continuing.
Like Feng Wende, Fu Bo was one of the scholars serving under him.
Ever since Feng Wende had been killed.
Fu Bo had become the only scholar left in his service.
Although Fu Bo was not particularly outstanding in any respect, he was loyal enough. For that reason, the Marquis of Northcloud treated him with some leniency.
"From this day forward, I do not wish to see any unrest in Northcloud Prefecture. Anyone who dares rise in rebellion is to be killed without mercy."
"We obey!"
"You may leave."
"Yes!"
After giving his final instructions, the Marquis of Northcloud rose and left.
The other generals also took their leave.