Dragon Gate.

Summary

At dawn, ministers gathered for the morning court session in the grand Feng Tian Hall, where Emperor Chen, weary and aged, arrived. Tensions rose as he questioned Jiang Zhong about the investigation into an assassination and prison break, granting him seven more days to find culprits. The Crown Prince, Chen Wen Gong, proposed Su Bai for the position of Xian Ma, surprising the court. The Seventh Prince reluctantly supported the nomination, leading to unanimous approval. Meanwhile, Su Bai prepared to enter officialdom, reflecting on the sacrifices it entailed, yet resolute in his mission for vengeance against those responsible for past injustices.

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