Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

The Governor expresses frustration over the ongoing threat of Japanese Pirates, despite increased resources for the navy. Chen Ping, the naval general, pleads for more time to eliminate them, but the Governor warns that failure could jeopardize both their positions. He decides to appoint Pei Zi Yun, a scholar, to assist Chen Ping, raising doubts about the scholar's military capabilities. Meanwhile, Shen Zhi, a subordinate of Ji Bei Hou, learns of the Governor's plans and realizes the political maneuvering at play, as the Governor seeks to undermine military power in favor of civil governance. The situation is tense, with potential consequences for all involved.

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