I Want to Be the Grand Chancellor.

Summary

Tang Shen, a reluctant scholar, feels out of place at a lavish banquet meant for newly appointed scholars. Despite his insecurities, he enjoys the exquisite crab dish served, only to be interrupted by his son, Tang Yi, disguised as a servant. Tang Yi offers to assist his father with a required poem for the event, highlighting their close bond. The banquet features dignitaries, including Ao Xi, who delivers a stern speech emphasizing loyalty to the ruler and caution against forming cliques. Scholars feel pressured by the threat of losing their prospects if they oppose the established authority, leading to a sense of unease and conflict between personal beliefs and ambitions.

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