The Beginning Shocks the Emperor Wu: Did You Write This Poem?.

Summary

In a court session, Wu Di praises Chen Ping An for his success but advises him to avoid reckless adventures. Chen Ping An acknowledges the escape of Xia Bo Ran and his daughter, attributing it to their cunning. Wu Di expresses concern over potential retaliation from the Wan Zhou Alliance. Chen Ping An confidently assures Wu Di of his ability to protect the dynasty and offers to return five million taels from the alliance to fill the treasury, astonishing the court. Wu Di rewards him generously and discusses currency reform, eager to confront the aristocratic families. Chen Ping An proposes establishing a bank, which sparks outrage among officials tied to powerful families due to its potential to disrupt their profits. Wu Di, though intrigued, questions the feasibility of Chen Ping An's ideas, leading to a heated debate in the court.

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