The Emperor, a promise worth a thousand gold, how could the officer just appointed have his title revoked so quickly?
The Emperor himself wouldn't be foolish enough to slap his own face. It's merely a nominal position with no real power, just a stipend. Why invite gossip by taking it back? He's not stupid.
Therefore, Song Zhiyuan's plan to retreat in order to advance was successful. The position for the second son is firmly established. If they wish to resign in the future, that's their business.
Most importantly, Emperor Chu himself also spoke. Honors like this, which noble family doesn't have them? Don't those young scions all hold one or two sinecures?
So stop complaining. If all these nominal positions were relinquished, who knows who would suffer. Besides, it's said that Song's second wife's family is quite wealthy.
Thus, this matter was settled, and no one thought much of it, as they were distracted by another affair.
