Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

Song Xiang, once a prestigious scholar and official, now faces dire poverty in Lanzhou. Despite his past achievements, he struggles with humiliation as his family cannot afford basic meals. After discovering a valuable dagger, he pawns it for money to buy food, bringing temporary joy to his family. However, his brother Song Qi arrives in need, having lost everything due to his wife's illness. The brothers face a moral dilemma about dignity and survival as they navigate their poverty. As time passes, Song Xiang's financial situation worsens, and he grapples with the shame of needing help. His son suggests seeking work under the wealthy Wen Yan Bo, but Song Xiang refuses, valuing family dignity over survival. Eventually, Song Qi brings more food, further complicating Song Xiang's feelings of pride and desperation. Inspired, he decides to open a private school, hoping to regain some respect and stability for his family.

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