Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhang Xuan's proposal to exchange Loufan County for Xiao Xi and her father is met with skepticism by Li Yuan and his advisors, who believe it undermines their military strategy regarding the crucial Loufan Pass. Li Yuan decides to shift focus to the Hetao issue, threatening to disregard previous agreements if the Northern Sui do not withdraw. The negotiations stall, leading to the Northern Sui envoys being placed under house arrest by the Tang army. Meanwhile, Yu Wei Ming learns of the situation and conveys important messages between factions, revealing the complexities of political alliances and the urgency of the crisis. Yu Jun, upon receiving a letter from Zhang Xuan, feels encouraged by the support for his family and the call for unity among aristocratic families in Guanzhong.

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