I Want to Be the Grand Chancellor.

Summary

In the narrative, Tang Yi visits Xu Ge's residence after being invited by Cao Da Zhang. Observing Cao Da Zhang's physical changes, Tang Yi reflects on the struggles of being an official in the capital, contrasting it with his father's military duties. Cao Da Zhang expresses his dissatisfaction with the bureaucratic demands, particularly the tedious "qingci" writings. Upon arriving at Xu Ge's home, Tang Yi learns about his father's accomplishments and Xu Jie’s interest in his recent memorial. Xu Jie presents a list of expenses for palace repairs, prompting Tang Yi to analyze the costs critically, revealing discrepancies in the pricing of materials needed for reconstruction after an earthquake. The conversation highlights the complexities of governance and the challenges faced by officials.

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