The Emperor’s tone of self-righteousness succeeded in silencing many ministers who had intended to object. If the rain continued, more people would die. Since there was now a solution—to sacrifice one person to save the entire nation—why not try it?
Deng Ren bowed helplessly and retreated, exchanging a glance with Li Tianzhuo and Jun Chenyi to signal that they needed to think of a way out. Jun Chenyi gave Li Tianzhuo a look, his own mind racing, but seeing the Emperor’s expression, it was clear his father had made up his mind to have Han Xian sacrificed. He dared not defy him.
Everyone pinned their hopes on Li Tianzhuo. Li took a deep breath, stepped forward, and bowed.
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