"Dispatch envoys to the nobles throughout the land to proclaim my will. And use those who are dissatisfied with Henry to check his movements.
In short, I will make Henry understand that his every move is under my control!"
Once the Emperor finished speaking, the hall fell so silent you could hear a pin drop.
The heavy atmosphere made everyone hold their breath, not daring to make a sound. In the silence, only the Emperor's breathing was distinct, laced with suppressed anger and helplessness.
At this moment, both sides were frantically cursing the Emperor in their hearts.
The ministers cursed the Emperor's indecisiveness and short-sightedness. They had long seen Henry's ambition, but dared not say more due to the Emperor's indulgence.
Now that the situation was out of control, the Emperor was taking his anger out on them, making them the scapegoats.
