The Grand Wei Court.

Summary

Zhao Hong Run, having adjusted his routine due to the war, wakes up unusually early and finds Mi Jiang in the hall, sipping tea. Their conversation reveals Zhao's sarcasm about his people’s laziness, which irks Mi Jiang. They discuss the mysterious Qing Gu, a legendary insect, and Zhao's concerns about it, especially regarding his relationship with Yang She Xing. Despite the tension with the Ministry of War over troop assignments, Zhao defends his decisions. He plans to visit his second uncle at the clan residence for clarity on the Qing Gu, though he dreads the visit. Mi Jiang's curiosity about Zhao's intentions hints at underlying feelings between them.

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