A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

Zhang Lian attempts to bribe Commander Wang with a chest of coins, but his plan backfires when the imperial envoy Shen Xi unexpectedly appears, having evaded surveillance. Shen Xi, under imperial orders, confronts Zhang Lian about his negligence in handling a foreign threat and his corruption. Despite Zhang Lian's attempts to assert his authority as a fourth-rank governor, Shen Xi, backed by Commander Wang, orders his arrest. Tensions rise as Zhang Lian realizes he has underestimated Shen Xi's determination and the implications of his actions, leading to a confrontation that threatens his position and reputation.

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