If the Emperor were to die, I wouldn't get the slightest benefit, and my daughter would have to become a widow as well. Who knows which faction the new Emperor will belong to? Besides, I don't have another daughter to marry off to the new Emperor. That would mean an end to my status as the Emperor's father-in-law. The honor, wealth, and power of the Shih Family would be directly and greatly harmed. How could this be allowed! I absolutely won't permit such a thing to happen.
After much thought, he gritted his teeth!
"Your Majesty, the front lines are too dangerous. You are the ruler of this nation, carrying the burden of all your subjects. How could you risk your life..."
Grand Tutor Shih indeed had a way with words. He delivered a long and eloquent speech. Unflustered, his heart beating steadily, he made his points with righteous and majestic conviction!
Zhao Junyao: "..."
The corner of his mouth twitched; he was at a loss for words.
