The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

Li Yi plays mahjong amidst a tense atmosphere in the Calculation Academy, where court officials are anxious about upcoming accounting results. As they switch to poker, discussions about corruption and business ventures arise, revealing political dynamics and personal ambitions. Meanwhile, many officials feign illness to avoid court, fearing repercussions from impending announcements. The next day, a royal decree demands their attendance, intensifying their dread. Li Yi remains unfazed, focusing on refining a glass bead process that promises economic benefits for women in Kyoto, while a cart loaded with supplies heads to the palace, hinting at significant developments ahead.

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