Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

The chapter depicts a tense political struggle among officials following Zhao Zhen's inquiry about the paper money issuance rights. The officials realize they've fallen into a trap, leading to severe punishments for the eunuchs in charge and a shift in control over military equipment and paper money. Key points include: - Zhao Zhen's authority surprises the officials, who feel trapped between punishment and compliance. - Jia Chang Chao calculates the risks and decides to play it safe, wary of past threats. - Han Qi cunningly deflects blame while proposing oversight for the paper money department, aligning with Wang Ning An's intentions. - Wang Gong Chen voices concerns about the Seedling Law, highlighting its misimplementation and negative impact on the populace. - The discussion reveals the exploitation of high-interest loans affecting the common people, prompting Zhao Zhen to realize the harm of such practices. - Wang Ning An argues for the necessity of the Qing Miao Law as an alternative for the people against the gentry's exploitative lending. The chapter concludes with rising tensions as Wang Gong Chen defends his position against accusations of harming the common people.

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