Just as expected, the admiral's manor, which had already become absolutely silent, became even more silent. The officials stared dumbstruck and speechless at Fan Xian in the doorway. A few navy generals unconsciously pressed their lips together. They could already smell the upcoming storm. Everyone present sank into a strange silence and atmosphere that hid the air of confrontation.
Deep in that confrontation was the generals' fear. Everyone under heaven knew Fan Xian's identity and what the Overwatch Council did. For the Commissioner of the Overwatch Council to investigate the distant navy with an imperial edict, it was obvious that this was not a small matter.
The Navy generals hid the worry in their eyes. Quietly looking at each other, they all guessed that perhaps the matter on the East Sea had erupted.