The Prefect of Yangzhou, Wang Jingzhi, approached tremblingly and knelt at the gates, which prompted Su Yingxue to find the scene somewhat farcical. "Emperor, why does this Lord Prefect look as frightened as if he's about to meet the King of the Underworld? Is he not performing his duties well?"
When Chu Yihan quickly reached the entrance, he quietly let go of her hand. "Prefect Wang is diligent and loves the people; his achievements are not bad, and he seldom makes mistakes. However, all the ministers from outside Jiang Du City behave the same when they see the Emperor."
They are either afraid of making mistakes and being punished or afraid that someone has accused them; they fear the Emperor reproaching them for no reason, much like students in a school who fear their teacher even if they haven't answered a question incorrectly—they still fear a severe punishment.
