Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

The chapter describes the troubles faced by the Zhao Song dynasty during the "Huang You" era. In the first year, the dynasty faced numerous challenges, including natural disasters, refugee crises, Liao invasions, famine, and rebellions. The emperor, Zhao Zhen, was exhausted and struggled to cope with the mounting pressures. The political climate was chaotic, with rumors and accusations swirling around officials like Fan Zhongyan and Jia Changchao. Meanwhile, the Liao kingdom was also in a precarious position, caught in a power struggle between the crown prince and the Imperial Brother. Su Xun, a military strategist, believed the Liao kingdom was bluffing and questioned why the Song dynasty was enduring such humiliation.

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