Illuminating King of the World.

Summary

Zhao Wenhao and his group face a humiliating confrontation with Zhang Guanglu, a powerful figure with military ties. Despite their status as wealthy merchants, they are powerless against Zhang’s authority. Zhang violently asserts dominance, smashing wine bottles on their heads, and demands Gu Mengzhu, a former associate, to follow him. Gu Mengzhu, pressured by her friends and Zhang’s threats, reluctantly agrees. Jiang Yurou, a member of the influential Jiang family, intervenes, criticizing Zhang’s behavior. Zhang, recognizing her status, warns her not to interfere, threatening the Jiang family’s stability. Ye Fan, another guest, steps in, revealing his own military connections and challenges Zhang by calling Zhang Zhennan, the military governor of Ningcheng, to resolve the situation. The chapter ends with Ye Fan asserting his authority, setting the stage for a confrontation between the two powerful figures.

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