Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

. In a military tent illuminated by a flickering whale oil candle, Di Qing reflects on the bold words of a young boy, which challenge his long-held beliefs derived from the *Zuo Zhuan*. Despite his past dedication to the book's teachings, he feels unsettled by the youth's insights. He calls for his son, Di Yong, to discuss his performance as a governor. The next day, two high-ranking officials, Jia Chang Chao and Fan Zhong Yan, surprisingly collaborate, acknowledging their limitations and agreeing to share responsibilities in strategizing against the Liao bandits. Di Qing is astonished by this shift in power dynamics among the civil officials, feeling a mix of hope and emotion as he realizes that chaotic commands may finally come to an end. .

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