Step aside, let me take charge!.

Summary

. Shen Tang is surprised by the quick arrival of Ren Shu, indicating high efficiency from Gu Ren. Gu Chi is also taken aback, noting it’s ten days earlier than expected. As excitement fades, Shen Tang worries it might be a trap due to their lack of court connections and the nature of Zheng Qiao. She contemplates the possibility of betrayal from Gu Ren and Wu Xian but ultimately dismisses it, recognizing their integrity. An envoy arrives, verifies Shen Tang's identity, and delivers Zheng Qiao’s decree, handing over the county magistrate seal. Despite Shen Tang's invitation to stay, the envoy declines due to urgent matters. After his departure, Shen Tang questions if the envoy suspected anything, and Chu Yao expresses concern about the envoy's scrutiny. Shen Tang suggests causing a mishap for the envoy, but Gong Shuwu warns against it, revealing the envoy, Yan An, is a formidable scholar who would retaliate if harmed. .

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