I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

The Son of Heaven discusses the upcoming grand court assembly with Minister Zhang Yue, who reveals alarming data about the dire situation in Qingzhou, Yangzhou, and Xuzhou. Overpopulation and land annexation have left millions landless and jobless, leading to rampant crime and potential uprisings. Zhang Yue warns that the local gentry, once powerful, now fear the consequences of their actions. The Son of Heaven is outraged by the reports, contemplating severe punishments for officials. However, Zhang Yue emphasizes the need for cooperation to resolve the crisis, as both local aristocrats and the central authority face a common threat from the desperate populace.

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