I Want to Be Emperor.

Summary

Zhou Yuan, under the alias Zhang Jin, enters the palace to plead for forgiveness from Liu De after deceiving the emperor by participating in examinations. Liu De finds Zhou Yuan's half-hearted attempt amusing but recognizes his potential. Meanwhile, Zhu Fu Yan, recently married and wealthy, seeks revenge on a merchant who humiliated him. He instructs his wife to deliver a message filled with disdain, referencing a historical anecdote about gratitude and retribution. The chapter ends with tension as Zhu Fu Yan prepares to confront his adversary.

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