Wei Family's Zhongdao.

Summary

Wei Ning excitedly returns home with two wooden boxes, prompting his family to examine their contents. The first box reveals eight mirrors, astonishing everyone with their clarity. Wei Ning suggests keeping some mirrors for themselves instead of giving them all to the emperor, arguing that rarity increases value. The second box contains seventeen glass beads depicting mythical creatures and seasonal scenes, which impresses his family. Wei Ning plans to wait a year before purchasing an official title, aiming to improve their family's business environment. He requests skilled blacksmiths, carpenters, and guards for protection as he experiments with new ideas. His father agrees to help but advises caution in his words and actions.

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