Of course, Xu Qing only gave Zhao Bao this one chance, and if Zhao Bao went north later, should he appear before Xu Qing again, he wouldn't be courteous anymore.
In life, compromises are inevitable.
Xu Qing didn't dwell on this trivial matter.
In any case, this could be considered a mutually beneficial conclusion.
Moreover, the Government Officials and Official Army on the entire ship, as long as they were present, everyone got paid; they were all in the same boat, so there was no risk of anyone snitching afterward.
Even the Martial Monks received incense money.
Xu Qing had to take care of every aspect, which indeed required considerable Heart Power.
But those who frequently pondered rebellion knew well that warfare was but a minor part of their venture; the real deal was the distribution of interests.
Whoever dominated this affair naturally had a say, and subordinates would naturally support you.
