The Emperor has already made up his mind, seeing that Gu Chengyu has been instructed to present this matter at the morning court sessions, it was not meant for discussion among them. Instead, Gu Chengyu was to inform them on how to implement it.
At this moment, he must not voice any objections, otherwise, the Emperor would likely be displeased. Moreover, the Emperor's decision is unlikely to change, so he might as well be sensible about it.
As the Grand Secretary, he receives substantial tributes. However, he hardly regards those coming from tea farmers.
Xia Qing acknowledges that Gu Chengyu is indeed talented, but he remains too young. Furthermore, his official rank is merely a Secondary Sixth Rank, which is the disadvantage Gu Chengyu faces.
Upon hearing these words, Gu Chengyu couldn't help but secretly curse Xia Qing for being a true old fox, possessing a face thick enough to endure.
