A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

A woman, anxious and seeking her father, enters a tavern and is advised to head north or to the capital for help. Shen Xi, pondering her plight, returns home to a slow pharmacy due to heavy rains causing citywide issues. The government demands funds for flood relief, placing stress on the local business association led by Hui Niang, who struggles to gather the required silver. As officials exploit the situation for personal gain, Shen Xi reflects on the corrupt nature of governance and the importance of having connections within the bureaucracy to navigate such challenges. Hui Niang, despite her awareness of the exploitation, remains focused on the welfare of the people.

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