The heavy rain has stopped

The Minister of Rites felt as if he had been struck by lightning.

What in the world was going on? This wily old man had been nodding along in agreement to his own words just moments ago.

The Minister of Rites had solicited his support to join the effort to stop the proceedings, and he hadn't refused.

So why had he completely changed his tune now?

The Minister of Rites forcefully swallowed his saliva and, pointing at Liu Gongyun's nose, he said, "Official Liu, how can you speak such irresponsible words? This is clearly a warning from the Heavenly God to His Majesty, imploring him not to act rashly and recklessly!"

Liu Gongyun looked up, his old eyes filled with unwavering determination: "Minister of Rites, has Yue Country really relied on divine will to reach its current state? On the contrary, I believe that Yue Country's accomplishments are the result of the combined efforts of several former Emperors, His Majesty, and the ministers!"