Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Li Yuan expresses concern over a prophecy regarding the Li family, which suggests that one of them will seize power. He suspects the Yuan family is behind the prophecy, aimed at undermining him. Dou Qing advises him to return home while he contemplates a plan to trace and stop the prophecy's spread. Meanwhile, Li Yuan instructs his son-in-law Chai Shao to retrieve his son Li Jian Cheng for safety, fearing the Yuan family's intentions. Zhang Xuan returns to Luo Yang with his troops and encounters Yu Wen Shu, who expresses disdain towards him. Zhang Xuan learns from his advisor Liu Ling about General Lai Hu Er's imprisonment due to political maneuvering, raising concerns about the implications for other generals and their merits. The situation in the Sui army remains tense as they navigate the complexities of court politics.

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