Core of the Sage.

Summary

In the Tang dynasty, Wu Meiniang's pregnancy brings hope for a successor amid political tension. The Empress Dowager, seeing the potential heir, defends Wu against her jealous niece, Queen Wang, who questions the Emperor's ability to father children. The Emperor, realizing the implications of the Queen's words, strips her of her title and banishes her to the cold palace, as he cannot accept the challenge to his manhood. Wu Meiniang, now favored, symbolizes the dynasty's future stability. The Empress Dowager prioritizes the royal lineage, recognizing that without heirs, her power diminishes, solidifying Wu's importance in court politics.

Full content