Ruling the World.

Summary

Wang Anshi, disillusioned and surrounded by darkness, contemplates the opposition to his reforms, particularly from Han Qi, who criticized the Qing Miao loan's implementation. Despite its intention to alleviate poverty, Han Qi's stance threatens the foundation of Wang's reforms, which aim to strengthen the national treasury and support the common people. The urgency of the young emperor, Zhao Xu, to see quick results exacerbates the situation, risking a repeat of past failures in reform. Faced with mounting opposition and the potential collapse of his efforts, Wang Anshi considers resigning to force the emperor's hand, signifying a desperate bid to secure his vision for reform against entrenched interests.

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