A small parade lasted from morning until just after one o'clock in the afternoon, and Di Mingchen was only then preparing to eat.
Even while eating, he was quite occupied, discussing matters with several top officials.
It's New Year, and concerns for the Empire's security arrangements, military exercises, and the safety of its people.
The New Year indeed is a high period for various criminal activities.
He mainly managed both sides.
Thus, issuing commands and directives was his responsibility, and every New Year was Di Mingchen's busiest time, with numerous meetings to attend.
Security work had to be arranged, training and reporting, none of it could be neglected.
This would keep him busy from before the New Year to after, only able to return home for dinner on New Year's Eve, and possibly not even then.
Year after year, it's the same.
Importantly, after the New Year, Dan Youguo's term ends, and he will step down.
