Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Bei Hai Jun, once a prosperous county in Qing Zhou, has suffered devastating losses due to bandit invasions, with its population halved and cities in ruins. Zhang Xuan, leading two thousand troops in Yi Du County, aims to recruit more soldiers but faces challenges from local noble families who have formed private armies. After failing to persuade the Teng family to relinquish their troops, Zhang Xuan realizes he must navigate the complex relationships between local officials and the noble clans to strengthen his forces. Meanwhile, Yi Du County is slowly recovering, with commerce beginning to revive despite lingering fears of bandit threats. Discussions among locals reveal a desire to return home, but concerns about potential invasions from neighboring regions persist.

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