I Want to Be the Grand Chancellor.

Summary

In the story, Qin Hui and Xu Wei are accompanied by talented friends, Zhu Dazhou and Tao Da Lin, as they travel to the capital. They bond over their literary skills, but their excitement turns to dismay upon witnessing the devastation caused by a recent earthquake. The capital is in ruins, with suffering citizens visible everywhere. Tang Yi reflects on the dire state of the empire, noting the poor construction of the city walls, which crumble easily compared to older structures. The group feels a heavy sense of frustration and helplessness as they recognize the decline of the Ming Dynasty and the plight of its people. They enter the city, with Tang Yi contemplating the contrast between past glory and present despair.

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