 Complete the following phrase:  Wang Zhi left behind a difficult legacy, as he was at the same time a merchant who fostered maritime trade and a pirate king who was at the top of a violent enterprise. Years after Wang Zhis death, his name remained toxic and was utilized as a tool to smear political opponents. In 1562, Hu Zongxian was forced to retire after he was accused for being too lenient and friendly with Wang Zhi since they were from the same region, among other perceived transgressions. In another purge in 1565, Xu Jie alleged his rival Yan Songs son Yan Shifan  was involved in a plot to overthrow the dynasty with the remts of Wang Zhis pirate gang. Yan Shifan was executed and Hu Zongxian, being implicated in the matter, died in prison. Even the 