"I can tolerate the privileges of the Great Aristocratic Families, their desire for power and land, and even their incessant growth in ambition," Chen Xi said, almost making Chen Shang's heart bloom with joy. "As long as they do not shake the foundation of the state, in my view, the existence of the Great Aristocratic Families is reasonable."
"However, all privileges, all desires for power and land, must be linked to responsibility; otherwise, what the Great Aristocratic Families do, in essence, is undermine the foundations of the state." Chen Xi's words left Chen Shang utterly helpless.
"Is there no room for turning back?" Chen Shang asked helplessly.
