Other language: Vietnamese

I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Chapter 409: Two Extremes of Joy and Sorrow. [408]



Summary

As night fell over Chang'an, the city split into two worlds: one of darkness and silence, the other vibrant with revelry among the wealthy. Despite a recent suicide of a chancellor and a disaster looming over the Qishan Mountain region, the elite continued to celebrate, oblivious to the impending famine. The local grain yield was alarmingly low, and the rising rice prices left commoners like Li Er in despair. As prices soared to 200 coins per stone, families struggled to afford basic sustenance. The stark contrast between the opulence of the nobles and the suffering of the common folk highlighted the growing crisis, with many fearing for their survival as the situation worsened.

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