I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

Zhang Yue approached the Son of Heaven with trepidation, proposing policies to curb slavery and reduce servants. The Emperor, intrigued yet skeptical, questioned the funding source. Zhang Yue sought a decree to pardon marginalized groups like live-in sons-in-law and stepfathers, arguing for their chance at reform. The Emperor hesitated, concerned about fairness in pardoning. Zhang Yue presented flour, invoking a dream of an old white-haired man, reminiscent of the Gao Emperor's tale. The Emperor, captivated, requested a taste of dishes made from the flour. Zhang Yue prepared exquisite dumplings, impressing the Emperor with their divine taste, likening it to food of the immortals.

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