Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Li Jian Cheng and Chen Shuda discuss the political landscape, focusing on the ambitions of the King of Chu, who is suspected of plotting for the throne. Chen warns Li Jian Cheng about the King’s cunning nature and his façade of indifference, indicating a deeper ambition. Meanwhile, Emperor Li Yuan grows increasingly concerned about the Crown Prince's secretive meetings with Chen Shuda, fearing a threat to his reign. He decides to take action by sending a secret decree to the King of Chu. Two days later, the King of Chu returns to Chang’an and discusses the implications of the decree with Cui Wen Xiang, hinting at a significant political maneuver.

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