Silver Fox.

Summary

After the Lantern Festival, Tokyo's atmosphere turned chaotic due to a martial arts examination that fueled a gambling craze. The city's focus shifted to contenders like Yang Huai Yu and Hu Yan Shou, though the real interest lay in betting. The gambling frenzy spread beyond Tokyo, leading to significant profits for the court, despite opposition. Emperor Zhao Zhen, aware of potential unrest, allowed the gambling but ensured city defenses were strong. Meanwhile, a "Heroic Chronicle" booklet profited from the craze, catching the Emperor's attention. He expressed frustration over pampered young masters seeking official positions and decreed that selected candidates would serve at the northwest border for three years.

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