Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

As the sun sets in Zunhua City, merchants from Shuntian and Yongping prefectures gather for a lively trade fair, supported by local gentry. Zhang Cheng Jian contemplates a business proposal with Jia Huan, who encourages him to negotiate with Xu Guan Shi. They discuss the potential of a ceramic-making formula and the future of brick kilns, weighing options to improve production or shift to porcelain. After a successful stone deal with Xu Guan Shi, Zhang Cheng Jian feels invigorated, while Jia Huan receives a porcelain formula. The provincial government office buzzes with news of Shan Chang's upcoming court defense, impacting local efficiency.

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