"General Liu claimed he dared to use his life to guarantee that the Emperor did not want to use these children to refine elixir, but on what basis do you dare use your life as a guarantee?! Children... are the future of a nation! Who can guarantee that among these children won't emerge future generals or prime ministers?! Is your life, General Liu, more precious than a thousand children?! How dare you speak of such a guarantee with your life!"
Liu Hong's face turned ashen, unable to utter a single word.
