Opening with a Poem, Shocking the Entire Court of Civil and Military Officials!.

Summary

Qin Ying contemplates the significance of talent over the Sword Gate Pass, emphasizing that without people, even the grandest gates lose meaning. The court is in turmoil over the potential threat of cannons and firearms, particularly the Hongyi Cannon and flintlock guns, believed to be made by a mysterious figure known as the Great Mister. Qin Ying reassures his officials, asserting that the technology cannot be easily replicated. Amidst the chaos, news of the Emperor's declining health spreads, prompting Qin Ying to dismiss the court. The ministers, aware of the Emperor's condition, prepare for the inevitable transition of power, while one official, Hu Ping Yun, sees an opportunity in the Great Mister's firearms.

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