Therefore, these three points, which appear on the surface to be an apology, are in reality some kind of disclaimer.
"I did my best! But someone was holding me back!"
Who was holding back?
Nonsense, of course, it was Emperor Gaozong of Qi and Qin Huizhi!
Emperor Qihui was already aging and his health was deteriorating by the day; even if he returned to be carefully nursed, it was estimated that he would not live more than a year or so. Hence, the only desire of Emperor Qihui was to enjoy his twilight years in peace.
As for this "father apologizes, son smiles" father-son relationship, even if he held dissatisfaction in his heart, he was unlikely to quibble about it anymore.
But Emperor Yingzong was still young, he had many more years to live.
General Han's words had bluntly brought the conflict between him and Emperor Gaozong to the forefront.
At this time, Emperor Yingzong truly only wished to return to the Qi Dynasty, not daring to hope to continue as emperor.
