209. 520s BC part 9: FIRE! FIRE! FIRE! China 524 BC

In 524 BC, the unthinkable happened—four capitals in ancient China were engulfed in flames on the same day. But this wasn’t a random disaster; it was foretold. In this episode, we uncover the prophecy, explore the political intrigue surrounding the fires, and spotlight Zichan of Zheng, "Exemplary firefighting plan" saved his state from devastation. 

But did he save the turtle? Was it divine punishment or a clever conspiracy? Let’s find out!

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