Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Gu Yi seeks help from Yu Shi Ji regarding a case but is met with refusal. Yu Shi Ji suggests he approach Yu Wen Shu instead. Meanwhile, Yu Wen Shu and strategist Xu Yin devise a plan to leverage the Emperor's authority to pressure Yan Wang into compliance regarding a criminal case. Gu Yi is instructed to summon guards from Yan Wang's residence for questioning, creating a public spectacle to attract imperial attention. Gu Yi confronts the steward at Yan Wang's residence, insisting on cooperation, but faces resistance. As Gu Yi waits outside, Yan Wang is in a meeting with the Emperor, discussing the fallout from a rebellion. Yan Wang complains about being bullied by Yu Wen Shu and Gu Yi, prompting the Emperor to consider intervening in the case. The chapter concludes with the Emperor agreeing to have the Inspectorate investigate the matter, showing a shift in dynamics.

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