Chongzhou, Chongzhou City.
Prince Chong's Mansion.
In the study, the officials of all ranks in the state stand on both sides, discussing the affairs of Chongzhou.
Ever since the Great Song Dynasty fell into chaos, with Xu Guozhong seizing power and imperial authority waning, the court's grip on localities weakened, allowing each vassal king to heed commands only without having to proclaim them, firmly controlling their fiefs, holding both military and political power.
From that time on, Prince Chong decreed that all county magistrates within Chongzhou must come to Chongzhou City every six months to report to him in person.
Today is the last time this year.
Prince Chong, Chu Yan, listens from above, but his thoughts are not on the affairs of Chongzhou. His gaze is constantly fixed outside the study, waiting for the war report from Huai State.
It's already October; the battle in Huai State should have a conclusion by now.
