Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter describes a lively night in the Tang Dynasty, focusing on the bustling atmosphere of the East Market and Huashan Tavern. Despite the city gates being closed, the tavern is thriving, though the owner, Lv Tong, struggles with profit due to a poor partnership with Li Shentong. A secretive dinner among Lv Ping, Gao Jin, and Luo Yu Min reveals a plot to manipulate the political situation regarding the Crown Prince and Li Yuanji. They plan to fabricate prophecies to support Li Yuanji's claim to the throne, while Yin De Fei presents luminous pearls to Emperor Li Yuan, suggesting a conspiracy involving Li Shi Min. Li Yuan grows suspicious of Li Shi Min's intentions, reflecting on past events and nursery rhymes that seem to support the Qin King's claim. The chapter concludes with Li Yuanji confessing to the emperor about missing treasures, revealing the intricate political maneuvering and the precarious balance of power among the royal family.

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