Even though they were once clear-cut opponents, Minister Dai is determined to withdraw from the court. Seeing his former rival so downcast, he feels more sympathy than anything else.
Duke An couldn't muster a smile and whispered bitterly, "Unfortunate for my family to produce a renegade like Zheng Chen. I've come to the palace to plead guilty to the Emperor."
Is a farewell letter between father and son enough?
The Zheng Family continues to bleed until the Emperor is satisfied.
Minister Dai knew well, and sighed, "The Emperor is benevolent and has, after all, spared the Zheng Family. When you see the Emperor, you must thank him properly."
Duke An nodded.
Minister Dai continued, "I've submitted three resignation memorials, and the Emperor finally approved. Once I leave the palace today, I will no longer be a court official. I can take my family and leave the Capital City to retire in our ancestral home. It is fitting to bid farewell to you, Duke An."
