Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

Zhang Heng, a diligent official and Governor of Yanzhou, faces challenges from the powerful Kong Jia, who gained prominence after a title change eight years ago. The Kong family capitalized on urban development and monopolized coal production, leading to conflicts over land requisition. Zhang Heng seeks help from his uncle, Zhang Dun, who urges him to confront the Kong family instead of fearing them. Despite Zhang Heng's reluctance, he learns that the issue involves multiple prominent families and a broader struggle over coal resources. Wang Ning An, Zhang Heng's master, reveals that various factions in the court are vying for control of the coal mines, complicating the situation further.

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