A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

An Ru Sheng, despite his punishment, retains loyal followers, leading to the salt ship incident. Shen Xi, uneasy after the events, is summoned to the governor's office by officials. There, he meets Liu Daxia, a prominent minister known for his controversial past. Liu inquires about the Sun family's contributions during a plague, highlighting the impact of inoculation. Shen Xi, concerned about revealing too much, maintains discretion regarding Yu Niang's identity. Liu Daxia advises Shen Xi on the importance of loyalty and the law, emphasizing that while reporting crimes is commendable, extreme methods should be avoided.

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