Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

In the second defense battle at the granary, the Yang clan's young men effectively utilized a spear formation on the walls, successfully repelling the mountain bandits' attacks, despite being outnumbered. The archers provided crucial support from above, causing significant casualties among the bandits. The tide of the battle turned dramatically with the death of the bandit leader, Luo Yi Fan, leading to a collapse in the morale of his men and a mass retreat. After the battle, the Yang clan members began the process of recovery and mourning, while the elders convened to discuss the implications of the attack, particularly the threat posed by Yu Wen Shu and the betrayal of Yang Xuan Gan. They decided to sever ties with him and agreed to send him money to disband his forces, ensuring he would not return to the family. Zhang Xuan, who played a pivotal role in the defense, was honored by the clan elders but refused their monetary reward, stating his duty to help the Yang family. The elders then proposed that Zhang Xuan escort a significant sum of money to Yang Xuan Gan, given his reliable skills. Zhang Xuan agreed to assist with this important task.

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