Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Pei Ju's carriage moves through Zhongdu as he grapples with the impending shift from a dual chancellorship to a system of seven chancellors, which threatens his power. He realizes the necessity of forming his own faction to protect his interests amidst this change. As he contemplates potential candidates for the seventh chancellor, he considers various influential families, ultimately feeling uncertain about the selection. Upon returning home, he learns that Minister Zheng has been waiting for him unexpectedly. Their conversation reveals Zheng's unease with the shifting power dynamics and hints at his own ambitions for the chancellorship. Pei Ju recognizes the potential of aligning with Zheng to secure a stronger position within the new council. Their discussion leads to the possibility of Zheng becoming a chancellor, which excites Pei Ju as he strategizes for the future.

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