The Grand Wei Court.

Summary

The banquet in the State of Chu mirrors that of Wei, featuring a central bronze cauldron. Zhao Hong Run examines it, intrigued by its inscriptions, while Yan Mo explains Chu's advanced bronze smelting technology. Despite this, Yan Mo laments that bronze cannot compete with Wei's wrought iron weapons. Zhao Hong Run reflects on the limitations Chu faces in iron smelting due to scarce resources and traditional beliefs. As the banquet progresses, generals arrive, including Cao Jie, who shares his unexpected success against Xiong Qi's army. The conversation reveals the complexities of warfare and alliances, highlighting the shifting dynamics between Chu and Wei.

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