Can’t get fat with one mouthful

As the room turned gloomy and heavy Shiyou who was in deep thought finally breaks the silence.

"Well...like minister Gu said the matter has passed...though some parts are indeed tricky and sticky to put our hands into...but the truth is we have finally managed to gain the tally...we have all waited and fought for so long hence being patient for some more wouldn't cost us...one can't get fat with one mouthful..

With all the troublesome figures gone...we can now focus on solidifying our roots and power we have..the army of General Cheng let them be for the moment..wait for the consuls to raise the issue to position the new general...benwang will take of the matter...

Minister gu have someone on their tail...to verify their location and truth of the matter...if they do enter the forest then have our men fall back and have them guard the entrance...even if they manage to return...we have to make sure that they perished in their quest in publics and consuls view...thus send the best ones for this job...

General Hao and Su focus on training the men under your care...the entire huajin should know that both of you never had the intention of interfering with General cheng's army...having too much on your plate already you have no time and interest to gain control over his army...

For others ministers have the word spread of how our both generals are working day and night to fill the gap left by general cheng...huajin should know that both of the generals respects general cheng for his holy cause and unwilling to take his army under their control for they believe that he will return..they have even maintained their stance by urging benwang to not appoint any general and have the tally returned once General Cheng returns..

Similarly there should be words that benwang was forced to agree for they were stubborn in this matter...currently benwang is under great stress from the national matters and their safety...benwang also deeply respects each of the person and their family for being so loyal hence rewards them with gold, treasures and land for them to live in comfort till their person returns...

Benwang also has requested for 108 monks to perform prayers for their safety and success..and they will keep praying till the news of return is delivered..benwang also has thought of raising their ranks as duke and Marquis as their reward which will be announced after their return...

Benwang to ease the public's somber mood has decided to distribute grains, money and clothes...benwang also has urged for all the merchants and shops to enlist at least 5 people no matter their gender or rank that are currently unemployed...

Benwang also hopes for the public to learn of his wishes for them to live in peace and comfort and together they can pass this troubled times..benwang though misunderstood and poured dirty water by vile people doesnt feel disappointed from the common people rather is worried and working hard to make their lives secured, prospered and peaceful..."

All the people present couldn't help but awe at his intellect. Each move was perfect to solidify their position and impression. It would be impossible to not win the hearts of the crowd after taking these series of action. Not only he will become the benevolent prince but also a man who cares for his family deeply. A man who is shouldering great burdens with a smile on his face.

Prince Xiuzhi though risked all his chips can only blame himself for giving such a neat oppurtunity to them for only to leave the mortal realm with just an honorary name. With cliff at front and pit at the back he was no longer a threat to them and as for their remaining faction with some compensation no longer have the right to involve or cook schemes. As for the future one can die of many causes such as heartbroken from their loss of beloved child or father.

All the people praised Shiyou for thinking such brilliant idea so quickly. They bid farewell and hurried to perform their given duty. Meanwhile Shiyou orders his eunuch to prepare a lavish farewell for his dear brother and his entrouge.