The Gate of Great Rebellion.

Summary

An Zheng, introduced by jailer Sun, learns he must stay in prison until public sentiment calms. The Honorable Person plans to clear his name and wants him to support the Martial Academy and Ministry of War. Sun praises An Zheng's future prospects, suggesting he could rise to a sixth-rank officer. An Zheng converses with Sun and a young jailer, Kuan, who seems simple-minded but clever. Meanwhile, Chen Zai Yan reports to Mu Chang Yan about the Martial Academy's corruption and the Empress Dowager's influence. They discuss the need for decisive action to preserve the Academy's integrity, with An Zheng's involvement seen as crucial.

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