Hearing Wanyan Liang's proposal, Zhuge Yuan seemed to be moved. He pondered for a moment and was about to speak, but before he could, a gentle voice came from the dragon throne, interrupting him.
"Never mind, as heaven has its ways, such a tight net and yet these siblings have escaped: it just shows that heaven's will does not forsake the Jiang Family. Sending more people would be futile, no need to waste any more effort. Focus on governing the Divine Capital instead. Long Yu's real body was slashed by one of my corners; it will return soon enough. Prepare well to deal with it and fulfill the ten-year covenant; that is the urgent matter at hand."
"We will obey your command, Great Emperor."
"Alas, this old one will follow the Great Emperor's decree."
Unlike the brisk and respectful responses of the six from the Marquis of Pingyang, Zhuge Yuan's voice carried a faint exhaustion and helplessness. He sighed softly, his tone full of regret.
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