The Great Idle Person of the Zhenguan Era.

Summary

The Grand Ming Palace was originally intended for the Taishang Emperor's retirement, but it was actually a luxurious prison built by Li Shi Min for his father, Li Yuan, after the Xuanwu Gate incident. The palace was filled with beautiful gardens, pools of wine, and hills of meat, as well as numerous beauties, gold, silver, and jewels. Li Shi Min had his father placed under house arrest, not allowing him to participate in state affairs. The construction of the palace began in the eighth year of the Zhenguan era, but it was stopped after the Taishang Emperor's death. Now, Li Shi Min has decided to rebuild the palace, mobilizing 100,000 laborers from Guanzhong, which has created a huge stir among the ministers. Li Su is concerned about the impact of the reconstruction on the people and the country's economy, while Xu Jingzong is torn between his loyalty to the emperor and his moral obligation to speak out against the decision. The rebuilding of the palace is seen as a symbol of Li Shi Min's indulgence and desire for luxury, which may have serious consequences for the country.

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