This is what his father had admonished him about: never underestimate these old men, never think that just because they've retired to the sidelines that they're of no use anymore.
He always kept his father's words in mind, and this time, his previous investments finally yielded unexpected returns.
The Governor felt delighted inside; he never thought that his unintentional actions could achieve two goals at once, satisfying his own desires and truly bringing substantial benefits to his domain.
He could even imagine that once the martial arts tournament is held in his domain and brings real benefits to the people there, his reputation will reach an unprecedented height.
Although he had never used his authority to do anything against heaven and reason in his jurisdiction, he knew that in the eyes of the local commoners, he was just a second-generation heir living on the legacy of his father.
