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After hearing Patriarch Situ's reasoning, the rest also breathed a sigh of relief. Indeed, with the way things had developed to this point, anything but an uprising would be illogical.
The third-in-command must have wanted them to leave a positive impression on everyone, what an effort indeed!
"Third-in-command, please speak freely. Should there be anything amiss with us, we will certainly correct it wholeheartedly!"
"Exactly, listening to the third-in-command's teachings is an honor for us. Should there be any impropriety in our actions, just point it out!"
"Absolutely right, recognizing one's mistakes and correcting them is my greatest asset. As long as it's pointed out by the third-in-command, my clan will surely take it as an ancestral command!"
Atop the high platform, a group of Family Heads said with smiling faces, all pretending to understand.