I Want to Be the Grand Chancellor.

Summary

Zhao Wen Hua confronts He Mao Cai about his official position, hinting at the need to eliminate obstacles for control over the Southeast, crucial for tax and grain. He Mao Cai, feeling pressured, confesses to embezzlement. Zhao Wen Hua further tarnishes He Mao Cai's reputation by accusing him of colluding with pirates. Meanwhile, Wang Ju, recovering from illness, meets the new Governor, Zhang Jing, who expresses empathy for his situation. Tang Yi suggests that merchant families are behind the pirate attacks, motivated by profit loss due to strict maritime reforms. Zhang Jing's arrival signals potential trouble for Zhao Wen Hua, as he seeks justice against the corrupt.

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