Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhang Xutuo and over a dozen generals discuss strategies to attack Meng Rang, who is expected to defend Jiaoxi County from within the city. Zhang Xutuo has meticulously prepared for this battle for nearly a year, leading to the successful capture of Gaomi County. The generals consider how to cross the Jiaoshui River, with Fei Qingnu suggesting the construction of rafts and a floating bridge. Zhang Xuan proposes an alternative crossing point marked on Zhang Xutuo's map, which is accepted by the group. Under the cover of night, Zhang Xuan's troops march north to find the crossing point, successfully constructing a floating bridge to cross the river. They avoid enemy patrols and eliminate a northern patrol team of over three hundred bandits, ensuring no one escapes to warn Meng Rang. As dawn breaks, Meng Rang is alerted to the Sui army's movements and prepares to defend against their crossing.

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