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

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Summary: Chen Ping An's southern expedition in Yu Zhou shocked noble families by challenging their long-held power. By ruthlessly eliminating local tyrants and implementing banking reforms, land measurements, and household registrations, he demonstrated the vulnerability of these privileged families. His message was clear: comply with imperial court policies or face potential destruction. Using the metaphor that "water can carry a boat, but also capsize it," he warned that commoners could rise and overthrow the existing social structure if pushed too far. The noble families, particularly represented by Sima Yu Shu, were left uncertain and fearful of their future.

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