Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

In the serene Jing Garden, Han Jin and Chu Wang engage in a chess match, reflecting on political maneuvers in the court. Minister Gao Guodui's controversial suggestion to appoint Jin Wang as Crown Prince stirs tension among officials. The Emperor, Yong Zhi Tian Zi, questions Gao's motives, leading to a plea for mercy. Amidst court discussions, Hua Mo proposes promoting Yang Guifei, igniting uproar due to her controversial background. The Emperor remains silent, contemplating the implications of these discussions. Ultimately, he decides to follow Hua Mo's suggestion regarding Gao, leaving the court in confusion about the future of the Crown Prince and the harem's hierarchy.

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