Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhao Ci Jing leaves the Wu De Hall in anger and meets Prince Li Jian Cheng, who is concerned about the turmoil in the court involving Chu Wang. Zhao Ci Jing reveals that innocent officials have been arrested and killed, causing widespread fear. Li Jian Cheng realizes the severity of the situation and worries about their father's indulgence towards Chu Wang, which could destabilize the Tang Dynasty. Despite Zhao Ci Jing's frustration, Li Jian Cheng urges him to calm the Ministry of War. Meanwhile, a decree from the Emperor arrives, indicating financial difficulties and a plan to extract resources from the Gansu nobles. In Chang'an, the Wu Chuan Society, previously inactive, comes alive as nobles gather to discuss military expenses due to the Emperor's increasing demands. Yu Jun and Du Gu Can express their concerns about the financial burden and the Emperor's intentions, deciding to endure the situation for now.

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