I Want to Be the Grand Chancellor.

Summary

Xu Jie, once a promising scholar, faced challenges in the cabinet due to Yan Song's dominance. Despite being suppressed, Xu Jie showcased resilience, leveraging his bureaucratic experience to navigate the political landscape. After losing his mentor Xia Yan, he remained silent during the latter's downfall, ultimately transforming into a formidable strategist. Xu Jie orchestrated the Nan Zhilie provincial examination to gain favor with Emperor Jia Jing, hoping to replace Yan Song. A military victory in the southeast reignited his ambitions, leading to a strategic discussion with the emperor about rewarding Tang Shen, a capable official, highlighting Xu Jie's political acumen and adaptability.

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