Treading the Heavens Without a Trace.

Summary

Tu Chongzheng, Chen Xuanzhen, and Zhao Sihan were concerned about the testing of prototype mechanical beasts at Juquan Ridge, which were undergoing rigorous trials over 50,000 li. The beasts, designed for transporting goods, showed impressive performance and durability, with a significant reduction in size and weight. Tu Chongzheng proposed a three-for-one exchange of mechanical beasts for the Western Garden Army, recognizing their efficiency over traditional wooden oxen. Wen Boyuan's arrival confirmed the Imperial Guard's interest in the beasts, complicating the situation for the Mo Jia Division. Chen Hai's innovations in mechanical puppetry were acknowledged, hinting at his potential to lead Juquan Ridge to prominence in Yanzhou.

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