A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

Shen Xi, a Hanlin official, feels secure in his role, even contemplating sending the mischievous Zhu Houzhao out of the palace to help him understand the world better. However, this risks Zhu Houzhao's position and could lead to Shen Xi's own career challenges. Meanwhile, family tensions arise as Shen Ming Jun and Zhou Shi argue over returning to Ninghua, leading to a physical confrontation. Shen Xi tries to mediate but faces resistance. As Zhu Houzhao studies history, he finds it dry and seeks more engaging lessons from Shen Xi, who reflects on the biases in historical narratives. The palace prepares to select a young Crown Princess, highlighting the era's urgency in marriage and succession.

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