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Li Ming, a poor student, studies diligently for years and finally tops the imperial exam, becoming the top scholar. The city celebrates with a grand champion's banquet, but he shocks everyone by refusing to attend. Conflict erupts: he uncovers his family's hidden sacrifices—massive debts and his mother's severe illness, kept secret to support his education. Under intense public scrutiny in the bustling city, former classmates brand him ungrateful while the media hunts for answers. Driven by filial love, Li Ming exposes societal injustices and embarks on a passionate struggle to redefine success. Amid emotional turmoil and suspense, can he turn his rejection into a triumph of integrity?
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