Since this was an unorthodox martial examination, it was naturally not possible to let Sun Xiangzong make all the decisions alone. Many people were needed to witness the process to ensure fairness while making the generals participating in the Selected Point aware that they were soldiers of the court, not soldiers of the Sun Family.
This rule had been established only about ten years ago.
Before that, Sun Xiangzong did indeed have the final say.
"Sun Dushi,"
Mr. Liu put down the tea cup in his hand, started with a smile, "There are quite a few talented young people this time, several of whom need only a little nurturing to surely become great generals in the future."
"Indeed,"
Sun Xiangzong, dressed in coarse linen, half-closed his eyes, leaning back in the Taishi Chair, "It is also the last time this old man will take disciples, I hope it brings some surprises."
"Mr. Liu,"
