No amount of hearsay could compare to the shock of witnessing it firsthand.
Doctor Sun had been in a gloomy mood lately, even scolding his son much less frequently. Upon hearing this, he sighed deeply: "Those high-ranking officials in the court, living in wealth and comfort, should come and see for themselves. This is the result of their political infighting, disregarding the people's welfare."
Sun Guangbai said in a low voice, "The newly enthroned Emperor cannot suppress the courtiers and is unable to control the court. There's nothing he can do. How can he compare to our Commandery Princess!"
Doctor Sun's eyebrows twitched as he glanced at his son: "Do not speak such words carelessly. Under the heavens, nothing isn't sovereign's land. Our Commandery Princess is loyal and has no ambitious desires."
Some matters can be conducted quietly in the shadows but should never be spoken aloud.
