Last chance.

"I never remember summoning anyone here to tell me about the suitability of my decision." Lu Xifu's voice came out sluggish but still, it was enough to make everyone stiffen in their position. 

Sensing the sin, he has committed, the Third Philosopher didn't stay standing confidently for long. At once getting on his knees, he was quick to repent for the confidence he bore all this while. "My Lord, please forgive me. My duty is to stay by your side and serve you by giving suggestions according to your needs. I never held a position to change your words. Please be kind to forgive me."

He begged, but then again, his begging was nothing but eating his words. Didn't he tell he was made of deception and tainted sins? Then now how could he expect him to be someone kind and merciful?