Grace of the Prosperous Tang.

Summary

In the rain-soaked city of Yunzhong, Liu Wuzhou reflects on the dire state of Mayi County, facing famine and impending chaos as the Sui Dynasty crumbles. He and Yuan Jun Zhang discuss the insufficient grain supplies and the looming threat of war among noble families. Liu, feeling marginalized despite his past battles, yearns for a chance to rise above the aristocracy. As chaos erupts in Shenwu County, local officials retreat in fear while rascals, emboldened by the turmoil, prepare to loot. The narrative captures the desperation and power struggles in a land on the brink of collapse, highlighting the fragility of order amid the storm.

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