C628 The Tree Wants to be Quiet but the Wind Won't Stop

Jee Gaang quickly knelt again, saying, "Please, Your Majesty, rest assured. I will not let down the Emperor or you."

This time, the Empress didn't ask him to rise. She looked down at him from her elevated position.

"I've actually advised the Emperor," she began. "Our officials aren't superhuman. If tasks are taking longer, then they just need more time. But..." Her tone suddenly sharpened