A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

The Dali Temple in Nanjing, a legal office of the Ming Dynasty, holds the same rank as its capital counterpart, with Jiang Li Wei serving as the Left Chancellor. Despite his noble position, he presents himself as an ordinary scholar. His background reveals a martial scholar with connections leading to his appointment, highlighting the disparity in ranks among scholars. Shen Xi speculates on Jiang's motives for visiting Tingzhou, linking it to past incidents, suggesting he may be investigating related matters. The atmosphere at the banquet is lively, but Shen Xi senses hidden agendas, particularly from Yu Niang, who seems protective of secrets.

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