Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Cheng Yaojin's absence raises concerns as Wang Xiao leads Sui soldiers to seize the South City Gate. They find the Tang soldiers drunk and unguarded, swiftly killing them and opening the gate for reinforcements. The Sui army captures Balin County, disrupting the Tang's logistics and threatening their eastern campaign. Simultaneously, Liu Lan Cheng leads a surprise raid on Yiling County, exploiting the Tang's weakened defenses and aiming to dismantle their naval presence. The Tang forces remain unaware of the impending attack, setting the stage for further conflict.

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