"The Ministry of Works must immediately appoint the most skilled water engineers, bringing their equipment and rushing overnight to Si Province."
"At the same time, mobilize nearby laborers and auxiliary troops, coordinate their efforts, clear blockages, and repair collapses. Every moment gained brings more initiative."
"Stability lies in maintaining internal peace, with particular emphasis on the Capital."
"When the canal transport is disrupted, people's hearts are most easily unsettled. We must immediately stabilize grain prices in Bianjing and strictly suppress hoarding to prevent chaos before it begins."
"Confuse potential adversaries, thereby buying time."
"News of the border army's temporary lack of provisions must not reach the Liao and Xia. In fact, let them suspect that our dynasty intentionally feigns weakness to lure them into a trap."
Gu Jun's voice was very calm, but it did not significantly improve the atmosphere in the hall.
