A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

In a teahouse, Su Tong expresses concern over a mysterious case linked to Shen Lao Di, who seems favored by a benefactor. Shen Xi, preparing for the Asuka examination, reflects on the pressures of becoming a scholar. His family celebrates his first-round success, but Shen Xi feels the weight of expectations. While studying, he secretly writes "Jin Pingmei," which is discovered by Hui Niang, leading to a tense confrontation. She is shocked by the content but is persuaded to consider its potential value. Shen Xi's struggle between societal expectations and personal desires unfolds as he navigates familial relationships and his ambitions.

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