Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

The chapter describes Xia Song's reaction to the news of a breach at the Shanghu mouth. Xia Song, an elderly and physically weak gentleman, is shocked by the news and realizes that his political career is now at an end. He had previously tied his future to the Yellow River, but with Ou Yang Xiu's attacks, Xia Song is forced to personally oversee disaster relief and river repairs. Xia Song then meets with his loyal subordinate, Zheng Xiang, and promises to help him advance in his career. However, Xia Song secretly poisons Zheng Xiang's wine, leading to his death. The chapter ends with Zheng Xiang's sudden demise, highlighting the ruthless and desperate measures Xia Song is willing to take to protect his own interests.

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