I want to establish an Aristocratic Family.

Summary

In the afternoon, government officials delivered a messy bundle of cashmere, surprising Shangguan Jie. Zhang Yue, his 'dear brother', hinted at a secret plan, igniting Shangguan's curiosity. Zhang Yue aimed to leverage noble merchants for military support, understanding their power could stabilize the Han dynasty's northwest. Meanwhile, Ren An, a general with a troubled past, sought Zhang Yue's help for a frontier position. Zhang Yue agreed, recognizing the political norms of their time. Their relationship was well-known, and advocating for Ren An would not provoke the Emperor's ire, but rather align with Han values.

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