Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

On July 14, Huang Di moved to the Daming Palace, where the harem, led by Esteemed Consort Zhou, followed. Wu Gui Ren gained favor, leading to speculation about her becoming Esteemed Consort. Various factions within the palace reacted, with some feeling defeated. Jia Huan and Jia Zheng visited Wang Ziteng, who discussed Wu Gui Ren's rise and the implications for their family. Jia Yuan Chun, a historian, was linked to this success, raising questions about the influence of maternal relatives. Despite the political maneuvering, Jia Huan felt conflicted about relying on a woman's rise for family glory. The evening ended with a meal at Wang Ziteng's, while Ru Yang Hou faced his declining influence due to past mistakes.

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