The Empress naturally knew this as well. Her face was icy as she said, "If you're not planning a rebellion, then what do you intend to do by bringing so many men here?"
The Demon Sect Elder licked his lips, a vicious look crossing his face. He said lightly, "Your Majesty is young, ambitious, and full of drive. That should be a good thing!"
"But overreaching, meddling in too many affairs... that is a sure way to court death!"
"For years, Your Majesty has openly competed with us for talent, while secretly recruiting personnel and amassing power... What exactly are you trying to do? I shouldn't have to spell it out, should I?"
At these words,
an uproar erupted atop the city walls.
Many of the Royal Family Clan Relatives couldn't stop themselves from complaining.
"Your Majesty, we told you long ago that our Imperial Family is weak right now! We told you not to provoke the Demon Sect and the Buddhist Sect, but you wouldn't listen! Now look at the mess you've made!"
