The palace chamber was filled with an air of tension as I stood my ground, determined to make the emperor and his court understand the gravity of the situation. The grandeur of the room, with its opulent decorations and the imposing presence of the emperor, contrasted sharply with the dire circumstances I was trying to convey.
I responded to the emperor's skepticism with unwavering resolve, defending the truth of my claims.
"What could be my reason for lying in front of all the important members of the emperor, especially the emperor himself? Because I can't find one," I stated firmly, presenting my argument with conviction.
The emperor, however, was not easily swayed, and he questioned my motives and the accuracy of my claims.
