Judgment of Dayu.

Summary

The chapter discusses the historical ties between the Youqiong Clan and the Jiuli Clan, both descendants of the Eastern Yi. The Great Lord of the Youqiong Clan employs marriage alliances to assert control over the Jiuli Clan, using envoys to promote unity and condemn the Jiuli Clan's leader. He mobilizes a tribal army under the guise of supplying the court's army, intimidating local families. The Wu Clan, the largest of the northern families, initially resists but ultimately faces a brutal attack from the Youqiong forces after refusing to apologize for alleged mistreatment. The Youqiong Clan exploits marriage ties to weaken the Wu Clan from within, leading to a massacre that solidifies their control. The Great Lord then establishes military camps and legitimizes his rule with the support of the court, ensuring smooth supply routes for the court's army. The Jiuli Clan leader finds himself in a precarious position as the court's army secures strategic locations, while local families prepare for defense against potential attacks from the Sanmiao coalition.

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