I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

In a pivotal moment, Shangguan Jie advises Zhang Yue about the historical context of Great Xia and its connections to the Han Dynasty. Zhang Yue grapples with the implications of the Moon Clan's dominance over Great Xia and realizes the Emperor's ambition to conquer it. He vows loyalty to the Emperor's vision of unification, emphasizing the Han's responsibility to educate and civilize conquered lands. The Emperor, pleased with Zhang Yue's loyalty and the effectiveness of his strategies against a typhoid epidemic, envisions consolidating his rule. Zhang Yue recognizes the importance of serving the Emperor for future gains, while Shangguan Jie contemplates the art of flattery.

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