A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

Cheng Min Zheng, facing severe accusations and torture, clings to his innocence despite overwhelming pressure to confess. Min Gui oversees the proceedings, but the case lacks substantial evidence, relying heavily on hearsay. Cheng argues that as chief examiner, he had no unilateral control over exam results, rendering accusations against him baseless. The situation escalates as he demands to confront other examiners to clear his name. Meanwhile, Hua Xing, the informant, grapples with the consequences of his report, realizing its weaknesses. The case reaches a stalemate, prompting Min Gui to seek the emperor's guidance on summoning witnesses, while the investigation reveals potential wrongful accusations against Cheng.

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