Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

In the Wu Ying Hall, tensions rise as Nan An Jun Wang confronts Jia Huan for insulting him in front of the emperor. Despite his willingness to return his title for justice, he faces rebuke from Grandmaster Fan, who protects Jia Huan due to their close mentor-disciple relationship. The court is divided, with officials like Bai Zhang and Wei Hong debating Jia Huan's punishment, revealing the intricate political dynamics at play. The emperor intervenes, allowing both men to rise, while Jia Huan, bloodied from his earlier petition, prepares to address the pressing issue of "expensive silver and cheap grain," which could determine his fate.

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