Emperor Xia's chest heaved with anger. It was the first time she had realized just how sharp-tongued he could be. To make matters worse, his nonchalant expression was utterly infuriating.
"Regarding the loss of the Dragon-Suppressing Seal, it was I who misplaced my trust. I am no Saint. How could I be expected to never take a wrong step?"
"I am the Emperor. If I weren't vigilant in all matters, how could I sit so securely in this position today?" she explained, patiently suppressing her irritation.
'What ruler isn't deeply suspicious?' She already considered herself quite magnanimous and tolerant.
Jiang Lan nodded in profound agreement. "That's a fair point. As the ruler of a nation, Your Majesty certainly should be."
Emperor Xia looked down at him and scoffed. "And yet, I, the ruler of this nation, am still being manipulated and pushed around, am I not?"
"Indeed," Jiang Lan agreed with a nod.
