Once everything had settled, the ministers showed the Emperor even greater respect than before.
Yet there was one single matter they remained intensely focused on.
"Your Majesty, affairs of the realm are now fully pacified. The imperial court today requires fresh blood to be injected in order to secure the foundation of the state and cause our imperial lineage to flourish. The selection of consorts is both a matter of national importance and Your Majesty's private family affair. We hope Your Majesty will place the realm above all else, extend the imperial lineage for the royal family, and pray for the blessings of the people."
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