The Beginning Shocks the Emperor Wu: Did You Write This Poem?.

Summary

The village chiefs and clan leaders are horrified to discover a forged confession letter from the Lu County Magistrate, accusing them of causing a mine collapse to extort compensation. Despite threats and torture, they refuse to sign, valuing their families' lives over false admissions. The magistrate, frustrated by their resilience, resorts to threatening their loved ones, leading to a desperate situation. Eventually, the chiefs are coerced into signing the confessions under duress, but the magistrate reveals his true intentions, declaring them guilty and ordering their execution. Chaos ensues as despair grips the prison, while a calm observer, Chen Ping An, contemplates the unfolding events and their implications.

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