Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

In the Hall of Supreme Harmony, Jia Zheng pays respects to the Emperor amidst a tense atmosphere filled with officials and princes. Following a coup led by Jia Huan, public sentiment is divided, with many officials critical of him but hesitant to act. Jia Huan confronts dissenters, questioning their past inaction regarding the Emperor's decisions. Fei Zhuang Yuan passionately denounces Jia Huan's regicide, urging officials to stand against him. Despite the fervor, Jia Huan's military power intimidates the officials, leading to confusion and inaction among them. As tensions rise, Jia Huan's retreat leaves the officials grappling with their next steps, unsure if they have truly won or lost in their struggle against him.

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