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The East Market was in chaos. The examinees were furious that Xie Ziyun’s name appeared on the exam list. After extreme anger, they all headed to Xie Ziyun’s residence, their words full of grievance and resentment towards him. “All the chaos in the world is for profit. If they truly understood justice, where were they when the principality was in danger? To deal with these hypocrites who are weak outside but preach morality inside, all it takes is to throw a bone and they will fight among…-
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Advanced chapter at patreon.com/caleredhair Outside Qingzhou City, Taihe Village. Over a hundred villagers were talking angrily after hearing the newspaper read out loud. "These old scholars are so annoying. We’ve only just started living a peaceful life, and now they’re stirring things up again." "That’s right! If it weren’t for His Highness’s policies, how would we have good days like this? We absolutely can’t let these scholars fool His Highness with their nonsense." "Yeah! Kick them…
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A faint smell of herbal medicine filled the clinic. Dong Haoran held a teacup in his hands, eyes gently narrowed. After Doctor Sun’s death, he had been frightened for a while, but the many Confucian scholars who came to visit had calmed his heart. Because so many scholars supported him in this matter, it proved he was right and his junior apprentice was wrong. “Everyone’s words are reasonable. We have no objection to Prince Qi’s reforms, but these reforms must not break our rules—whether…
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“I dare! I, a commoner, dare to face you!” Dong Haoran shouted as if grabbing a lifeline. He was just a doctor running a clinic, with different goals from those scholars. While the three scholars and Dong Haoran were confronting each other, suddenly a commotion came from outside the government office. A clerk rushed in and said, “Your Highness, hundreds of scholars have gathered outside, making noise, demanding the release of Dong Haoran. They say he is innocent and ask why the government arrested…
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Advanced chapter at patreon.com/caleredhair “Outrageous!” Xiao Ming exploded in anger, “Since when did I stop handling serious matters, allowing these Confucian scholars to talk nonsense all day long!” Pang Yukun cautiously glanced at Xiao Ming. This outburst showed him a glimpse of the dignity a prince should have. He bowed and said, “Your Highness, please calm down. These Confucian scholars have never truly respected the Bowen Academy. They are focused only on studying the classics, hoping…
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For access to a complete chapter, you can subscribe to my patreon.com/caleredhair The atmosphere in the main hall was serious. Prince Yong frowned tightly, looking ready to explode at any moment. The Shan merchants had managed to play both sides between Yong’s and Liang’s territories for a reason. Both he and Prince Liang were well aware of these merchants’ existence and their activities. But these merchants were generous in their payments—every year they gave him hundreds of…
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Inside the armory warehouse, a row of twenty cannons lay quietly. These cannons were a batch produced by the military workshop for export. "Royal Uncle, these cannons were custom-ordered by Prince Liang and Prince Zhao. They are about to be delivered soon. I'm afraid they can't be sold to Your Highness," Xiao Ming said with a smile. Prince Yong was quite disappointed. Every prince was stockpiling weapons to strengthen their power. Compared to them, he was falling behind, especially after learning these…
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For access to a complete chapter, you can subscribe to my patreon.com/caleredhair "Your Highness, you misunderstand me. I did not mean that," Pang Yukun said as they walked through the corridors of Bowen Academy. His face showed deep thought, and he seemed hesitant to speak. Seeing this, Xiao Ming said, "Just say what’s on your mind. Since when did you become so cautious? You used to be straightforward as the imperial censor." Pang Yukun gave a…
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For access to a complete chapter, you can subscribe to my patreon.com/caleredhair The exam atmosphere at Bowen Academy was steadily growing stronger. Xiao Ming and Pang Yukun inspected the exam locations and finalized the order of the examination rooms. This time, they left the academy grounds. Pang Yukun was naturally very excited. Xiao Ming had agreed to his request, which meant accepting the philosophy he revered. For Pang, this was more important than anything else. He would now have the chance…
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The evening breeze was gentle, and in March, the weather was gradually warming up. Xiao Ming and Fei Yue'er had both taken off their thick winter jackets. The spring flowers in the royal residence had already bloomed, and the willow trees near the pond were sprouting tender green shoots. "Your Highness, this matter of administrative reform is far too important. I don’t dare to comment on it lightly," Fei Yue'er suddenly said nervously. Hearing this, Xiao Ming paused for a moment and asked, "Do you not…
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