Step aside, let me take charge!.

Summary

. Shen Tang reflects on the arrival of an envoy from Wu Xian, suspecting ulterior motives due to their past interactions. The envoy, Xu Jie, introduces himself respectfully and has come to congratulate Shen Tang on the New Year. Despite his polite demeanor, Shen Tang remains cautious, recalling Wu Xian's decent character but also the influence of his unscrupulous associate, Qin Li. As they converse, Shen Tang's advisor, Gu Chi, notes the importance of Xu Jie, who hails from the wealthy Xu family in Tianhai, a significant source of power and influence for Wu Xian. .

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