# HONORABLE MAN PART 8
## Chapter 215: The Qin family says goodbye
- **The Funeral of Emperor Hoang Tri**
- Courtiers in Phung Thien Palace cry and make sacrifices.
- Ministry of Rites officials are busy with other tasks, contrasting with the somber funeral atmosphere.
- Traditional mourning rules dictate three years of national mourning.
- Ban on alcohol, celebrations, and marriage during this period.
- Violation of these rules is considered a grave disrespect to the deceased emperor.
- **Zhou Hau Chieu's Situation**
- Zhou Hau Chieu is described as a "wooden puppet," manipulated by circumstances.
- Despite the national mourning, Zhou Hau Chieu is preparing for marriage.
- Commoners are forbidden from marrying during mourning, but the royal family has different standards.
- The Chu family’s lineage is at stake; a new king needs to secure the future of the kingdom.
- **Conflict Between Tradition and Royal Necessity**
- Tension between adhering to mourning traditions and the practical need for royal continuity.
- Legal and social implications of breaking mourning rules for the royal family.
- Public perception and potential backlash against the royal family’s decision.
## Themes
- **Tradition vs. Practicality**
- Exploration of how societal norms can conflict with political necessities.
- **Power Dynamics**
- How power influences the interpretation and enforcement of rules.
- **Emotional Turmoil**
- The emotional state of characters amidst political and cultural pressures.