"Therefore, this old official earnestly asks to retire and return to my hometown, hoping Your Majesty will grant his grace."
After saying this, he thudded to the ground with a kowtow.
This immediately caused the young Emperor to rise from the Dragon Chair, striding quickly to the old man's side, personally helping him up.
At the same time, his eyes filled with reluctance, he spoke:
"The Emperor has truly neglected, not realizing that just a few short years have passed, and the old Chief of Staff has already surpassed the age of sixty.
I still remember when I was young, how spirited and vigorous the old Chief of Staff was.
Time spares no one, unexpectedly even the old Chief of Staff has aged.
Alas, since the old Chief of Staff's health is unsuitable and his mind to retire is set, I shall agree to it then.
But for this retirement of the old Chief of Staff, I must ensure it be glorious."
