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The Grand Wei Court.

Chapter 286: Soft Threat. [285]



Summary

Zhao Hong Run, supported by his father, the Emperor of Wei, feels uneasy meeting his uncle Zhao Yuan Yan at the clan residence. The meeting location, a flowerbed, offers some comfort compared to a more oppressive setting. Zhao Yuan Yan, aware of the political implications of the Emperor's support, scrutinizes Zhao Hong Run's cunning behavior, which he disapproves of. The tension arises from Zhao Hong Run's ambition to leverage imperial power against clan authority, a violation of their tacit understanding. Despite this, Zhao Yuan Yan's demeanor softens upon learning the Emperor's intentions regarding profits from river ports, highlighting the conflicting priorities between clan unity and national interests.

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