Chapter 1398: Deep Problems Require Long Preparation
Chapter 1398: Deep Problems Require Long Preparation
Li Zhuyu was a perceptive person. After a brief silence, she grasped a key point.Qi Xuansu had already submitted a draft, yet he continued refining it in his office. This showed that he knew the draft would likely not pass as it was. The pressure was too great. So he had deliberately left room for compromise.
Within the Daoist Order, compromise was rarely one-sided, as that would simply be surrender.
It was usually mutual.
Li Zhuyu said, “You can mention them, but you don’t have to emphasize them during the discussions. In deliberations, there must be priorities. You’ve split achievements and problems fifty-fifty, so on the surface, both seem equally important. But in reality, neither stands out. That conflicts with the directive from above and the overall direction of the session.”
Qi Xuansu pretended to ponder before saying, “If emphasis is required, then let’s adjust it to 60% problems and 40% achievements. What do you think?”
Li Zhuyu did not respond.
Qi Xuansu continued, “We must consider the Western Daoist Order’s feelings. Even if it’s an internal discussion, it can’t be kept from them.”
Li Zhuyu finally spoke. “Well, since you say so, then for the sake of the Western Daoist Order, this will have to do. My opinion doesn’t carry decisive weight, and I can’t guarantee anything. The final decision still rests with the Hall Master and the Imperial Preceptor.”
Qi Xuansu said, “Once the Hall Master returns, I’d like to discuss this matter with him in detail.”
Li Zhuyu agreed without hesitation. “Alright.”
Although Shen Yuqing was Sage Qingwei’s official secretary, Li Zhuyu, as his adopted daughter, could also make such decisions.