Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

Wang Ning An confronts Wang Gong Chen about the corruption and land usurpation following a devastating flood. He presents evidence of Wang Gong Chen's illicit wealth accumulation, accusing him of exploiting the misfortunes of the common people. Wang Gong Chen, filled with rage and fear of being linked to a traitor, denies the accusations but is cornered by Wang Ning An's relentless questioning. As Wang Gong Chen reflects on his fall from integrity to corruption, he grapples with regret and the desire for self-preservation. Just as he seems ready to confess, a young eunuch interrupts with an edict from the emperor, causing Wang Ning An to lose his chance to extract the truth. The chapter ends with rising tensions regarding a financial crisis involving the jiaozi currency, indicating impending chaos.

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