Recalling for a moment, he suddenly remembered the words Elder Master Xiao had said to Xiao Jinghong during his birthday banquet—build high walls, delay claiming the throne, and amass abundant provisions.
"The current situation in Shu State... is somewhat chaotic."
Xiao Jinghong waited for a moment. Seeing that he had stopped talking, she couldn't help but ask, "Is that it?"
"That's it."
Chen Yi set down his teacup, looking at her with a half-smile. "Since it's so chaotic, it naturally falls to you, Madam, to pacify everything.
"Otherwise, how could I peacefully remain an idle man?"
Xiao Jinghong was left speechless. She looked at him for a moment before replying, "Jinghong will certainly do her utmost."
Chen Yi picked up the kettle and poured her a full cup of tea. "There is no need for you to rush, Madam.
"These past few days, I read a saying in a book: 'He who commits many injustices is doomed to ruin.'
"Those harboring evil intentions will face disaster sooner or later.
