I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

Zhang Yue reflects on Han Shuo's ambiguous words and contemplates the need for retaliation in a society where the strong often exploit the weak. He considers investigating Jiang Chong, Han Shuo's close ally, as a means to undermine Han Shuo's schemes. Meanwhile, in Bowang Garden, the gentlemen express their frustration over the Tai Zi's focus on agriculture and the common people's welfare, fearing they will lose influence. They plot to incite conflict between Zhang Yue and Young Master Yan Nian of the Mao Poetry School, hoping to leverage Yan Nian's connections. However, news of Zhang Yue's invitation to a banquet at Bowang Garden causes panic among them, recalling the dire consequences of his previous visits.

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