One look at his ministers' expressions, and Zi Shou knew he was done for.
He had to find some way to make up for this. First, he needed to get Bo Yi and Shu Qi out of the way.
Conveniently enough, a month of reflecting on their mistakes was plenty. He could simply pardon their offenses and stop them from staying in the West Garden.
Besides, they were sons of the Lord of Guzhu Kingdom. They had only come to Chaoge to inquire about the Flower and Stone Transport, so they could not stay long. Before too much longer, they would have to return home to report.
With that in mind, Zi Shou explained his arrangements to the ministers. He even made a point of rewarding the brothers with money, urging them to return home soon. Someone else would take over the work in the West Garden.
To his surprise, Bo Yi and Shu Qi shook their heads repeatedly and refused.
"We need only send an envoy back to the Guzhu Kingdom, Your Majesty. There is no need to find anyone to replace us."
Zi Shou was a little stunned. So decisive?
The West Garden stinks to high heaven. Any other noble or feudal lord would throw up before spending half a day here. Yet you two not only feel no shame-you're moved to tears with gratitude?
Bo Yi said solemnly, "Your Majesty's kindness moves me to tears. Yet the work in the West Garden concerns the welfare of the entire realm. Even if all beneath heaven point accusing fingers at me, even if the Feudal Lords and nobles refuse to tolerate me, I would still savor it as sweet nectar."
Zi Shou was somewhat speechless.
They truly were worthies whose names would endure in history. Ordinarily, which lord or