Stealing Fragrance.

Summary

The scene outside Spring Mansion was bustling, with Shan Fei losing his temper, disappointing Gu Zhanggui and Zhang Fen from prominent families. Their hopes reignited when Sun He arrived, a respected figure. Shan Fei, initially confused by Sun He’s age, defended himself against accusations of negligence regarding the Yamakoshi thieves. He argued that the problem predated his tenure and challenged Sun He’s authority, suggesting that if the Yamakoshi had been a long-standing issue, it was unreasonable to expect immediate results from him. The crowd began to support Shan Fei, questioning the claims against him, while Gu Zhanggui faltered under scrutiny. Shan Fei's clever retorts shifted the blame back to the accusers, demonstrating his resolve to maintain his position despite the pressure from the noble families.

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