Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhang Xuan, pleased with a newly built catapult by craftsman Gan Qing Hong, plans to produce more for defense against an impending attack. As he prepares for potential threats from Zhang Jin Cheng, he learns of a bandit force crossing the Yellow River. Despite the urgency, Zhang Xuan strategizes a detour for reinforcements to avoid ambushes. He sends cavalry to Beihai County while preparing defenses in Wucheng County. Meanwhile, Zhang Jin Cheng plots to exploit Zhang Xuan's concerns, aiming to attack Beihai County. The chapter ends with the bandits, under An Shou Xi's command, ruthlessly attacking a village near Yidu County.

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