Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Li Shi Min mourned Qu Tū Tōng's self-immolation and decided to continue his campaign to reclaim Yan'an County despite the loss of Taiyuan. He established a logistics base in Yincheng County and sent scouts to gather intelligence. Reports indicated that Fushi County was heavily fortified and controlled by the Zhou army, which had relocated many locals. Li Shi Min considered the risks of an attack on Fushi County, weighing the need for reinforcements and the potential for a counterattack. He received an imperial decree ordering a retreat based on celestial signs, which he found nonsensical. The decree was linked to a ceasefire condition from the Zhou Dynasty, leaving Li Shi Min frustrated and conflicted about the strategic implications of holding Yan'an County.

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