The Emperor's tone was gentle, it couldn't be considered unhappy, but it was definitely not a joyful tone.
The nameless old eunuch's heart jumped slightly. With a combination of the decisions and actions the Emperor had recently made, he knew in his heart that the Emperor must now see Chu Mo's danger as greater than his contribution.
From the Emperor's perspective, that indeed seemed to be the case!
If Chu Mo were no longer present, then the Great Xia would become safer and more pleasant!
The primordial stone deposits of Skybreaker Mountain had been completely depleted. The Emperor didn't voice it, but inwardly, he was somewhat displeased.
People are just like that; their own interests are always their first consideration.
It couldn't be said that the Emperor was in the wrong. It just gave off the impression that he was somewhat fickle.
