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

Summary

Chen Ping An, having seized military power, faces the noble families, particularly the Li Clan, who come to surrender. Despite their initial arrogance, they recognize his influence. Chen Ping An questions their conditions, revealing his focus on the welfare of the common people, criticizing the noble families for their land holdings that deny sustenance to the populace. Li Xuan Xiao, a sharp and talented member of the Li Clan, challenges his reasoning, arguing that replacing one corrupt system with another changes nothing. Chen Ping An acknowledges her point but asserts he has a solution, stating that the noble clan's influence is too great and must be eliminated, regardless of future opportunists.

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