Opening with a Poem, Shocking the Entire Court of Civil and Military Officials!.

Summary

Qin Ying questions Zhao Chang Gong about his master, Na Lan Xiong Tu, and why he seeks help from a stranger instead of his powerful master. Zhao Chang Gong reveals his master has exhausted his goodwill to help him survive, fearing repercussions from the court. They discuss the State Master, a reclusive figure revered for his wisdom and rumored to concoct elixirs, though Qin Ying is skeptical of such claims. Zhao Chang Gong believes in Qin Ying's miraculous abilities, citing his past achievements, including defeating the Wei army and manufacturing firearms, which he sees as essential for reclaiming power.

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