After three years in seclusion, you tell me this is the Tang Dynasty?.

Summary

In this narrative, Li Shi Min expresses keen interest in discovering talented individuals, particularly a prime ministerial candidate named Ma Zhou, who was overlooked in history. Ye Tian recounts Ma Zhou's humble beginnings and his eventual rise to prominence after impressing Li Shi Min with his writing skills. Despite his early death, Ma Zhou's contributions to governance earned him a respected place in history, contrasting with Wei Zheng's more contentious relationship with the emperor. The story highlights the importance of recognizing talent and the dynamics of loyalty and respect in leadership. The chapter concludes with Li Shi Min planning to meet Ma Zhou, while the Empress Chang Sun has a serious matter to discuss with him.

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