I Want to Be the Grand Chancellor.

Summary

In a tense conversation, Tang Yi, intoxicated, confronts Hu Zongxian about their political strategies against Japanese pirates. Hu Zongxian argues that incompetent officials are more dangerous than corrupt ones, advocating for the restoration of the Maritime Trade Office to stabilize the region. He believes that allowing trade will strengthen the economy and military, ultimately diminishing pirate threats. Tang Yi, initially skeptical, recognizes Hu's boldness and insight. As they discuss the precarious political landscape, Tang Yi warns Hu of the dangers of rising to power through treachery, urging him to consider a safe path forward for their future.

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