A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

Shen Xi received a troubling letter from A Er Mei Da, who informed him that King Manuel of Fo Lang Ji had granted him the authority to negotiate with Dongfang countries. Shen Xi feared the implications of this correspondence, as it could be seen as collusion with foreign powers, risking his family's safety. Despite A Er Mei Da's belief in Shen Xi's influence, he lacked significant power in the Da Ming court. Xie Qian, upon learning of the letter, suspected a trap but ultimately trusted Shen Xi's innocence. Shen Xi argued for better relations with Fo Lang Ji, emphasizing the need for Da Ming to engage with the outside world to avoid stagnation and benefit from foreign advancements, such as the Fo Lang Ji cannon and potential agricultural innovations from Columbus.

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