Li Qing's smile faded, and he spoke slowly, "Although the world is vast, talented people are few. Ji Chang and Ji Fa, out of selfish interests, sought the artifact and attempted to overthrow the Shang Dynasty. This crime lies with them. You, as ministers, obeyed orders. Although you did not fulfill your duty to advise them, the crime is not yours. Therefore, I have decided to let bygones be bygones. You will enter the Shang Dynasty and work under the Shang Xiang and Bi Xiang. Do your part to help this world that has been thrown into chaos by the selfishness of Ji Fa and Ji Chang. This can be considered as paying back for your sins."
When the four sages heard this, their heavy moods suddenly disappeared like the rain and the blue sky appeared.
They all knelt down and shouted to Li Qing, "Your Majesty, thank you for your great grace! Your Majesty's kindness is as great as a mountain and as great as an ocean! You and I will live up to your expectations and do our utmost for the Great Shang!"
Li Qing smiled and said, "Go ahead. And here are the Eight Steeds, right? I'm not quite sure of your names, but I've heard you're all talented. Come with these four sages. The Shang and Bi ministers will determine your official positions. You'll serve me well in governing the Shang Dynasty!"
The Eight Horses never expected that the Human Emperor would also grant them amnesty.
Tears suddenly welled up in the eyes of these eight younger heroes.
They all knelt and cried out, "Your Majesty, we are so grateful to you! We will die for you and live up to your grace!"
Li Qing just waved his hand.
Only after these twelve people walked out of the hall did Li Qing look at the generals and others.
Military generals are not as guilty as civil officials, and their crimes are much more serious.
Because it's in their hands.
It is stained with the blood of many Shang soldiers!
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