Core of the Sage.

Summary

The narrative unfolds at a lavish banquet where the talented Du Yu captivates the attention of many distinguished women, eliciting envy and admiration. As Du Yu recites poetry, he confronts the disdain of his father-in-law, Lin Ru Hai, who attempts to mask his humiliation through excessive drinking. Meanwhile, in a parallel subplot, An Lu Shan learns of a failed assassination attempt on Du Yu by Cui Qian You, who is ultimately killed. The tension escalates as An Lu Shan considers the implications for his plans against the Tang court, realizing the precariousness of his position without his trusted advisor. The evening concludes on a note of triumph for Du Yu, overshadowed by Lin Ru Hai's drunken state and the looming threat from An Lu Shan's ambitions.

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