In this short scene, we learn that the Politburo has decided to ban the sale of herbs from the pill pavilion and the treasure hall. The Politburo's elder minister, who is also a member of the Council of Elders, disagrees with this decision, saying that the herb supply to the pavilion is a vital part of the nation's qi system. The elder minister suggests that they send him personally to the herb pavilion to make the final decision, but the king refuses, saying it is better for the Ministry of Justice to handle the matter