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Summary

In Chapter 56 of the story, Changping and Liu Che discuss the political maneuvering necessary to secure the Liu family's interests. Changping acknowledges the need to win over a key figure to prevent him from allying with their rivals. The conversation shifts to innovations like waterwheels and watermills, which promise agricultural advancements. However, challenges arise in their production due to skilled craftsmen's reluctance and resource scarcity. Yun Lang, a central character, struggles with the practicalities of bringing these innovations to life, facing resistance from craftsmen and the complexities of the slave market. The chapter highlights the tension between innovation and tradition, as well as the socio-political dynamics of the time.

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