A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

In the narrative, Shen Xi encounters Xi Er and Yu Niang after leaving an inn. Xi Er provocatively demands an apology for stepping on her foot, while Yu Niang expresses admiration for Shen Xi and invites him to converse. They discuss the recent provincial examination, revealing that Yu Niang secretly intervened to ensure Shen Xi's success amidst corruption. She explains the power struggles in Fuzhou City following Song Xi Er's disappearance and highlights the potential of laborers uniting against rival factions. Yu Niang, having left Fuzhou due to conflicts, hints at her past connections and admiration for Shen Xi, suggesting a complex relationship.

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