Sun Bai, Sun Qian, and Zheng Sangge convened a meeting with Shao Yunduan, their skepticism toward the government palpable. They had never truly identified themselves as public servants; their loyalty lay solely with Shao Yunduan.
With the world on the brink of chaos and the three major powers engaged in conflict, they anticipated the emergence of opportunistic factions seeking to exploit the turmoil.
In times of disjointed decrees and fragmented authority, nefarious elements were bound to emerge.
In such turbulent times, the law held little sway; it was the power of the fist that truly mattered.
Especially within the territories established by the three princes in the capital. Should powerful individuals aligned with them perpetrate unlawful acts, would they face severe repercussions?
Highly unlikely.
Their actions would likely be met with impunity.
Despite Anze Prefecture City's remote location, they understood the importance of preparation.
