Here lie his academic supporters, countless talents, and his highly esteemed reputation in this place.
Now, Xu Mansion in Jiangning Prefecture and Yingtian Prefecture is bustling with visitors and a constant stream of carriages and horses.
Many southerners eagerly await Champion Hou to stand up and voice their concerns. They no longer wish to be exploited by the North; this is both the heartfelt sentiment of the southern gentry and the demand of the common people.
They may not understand the grand principles of national unity, but they know that giving up the North would mean paying fewer taxes. At least, that's what the southern officials are saying.
This notion may not dominate the Court, but it gains traction among the people, with some tabloids secretly fanning the flames to boost sales.
Xu Qing arrived at Yannian Palace to meet the Emperor.