Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

. Wang Ning An believes sending a royal family member to the Liao Kingdom is a strategic move, as the Zhao family needs a purpose. He contemplates sending Zhao Zong Shi but considers other options. His personal motive is to mend relations with Zhao Yun Rang, the father of a future emperor, to avoid further political fallout. Upon returning to the palace, he discusses the potential benefits of sending someone to Liao with Zhao Zhen and Ou Yang Xiu, emphasizing the opportunity to gather intelligence and leverage trade against the Liao Kingdom. Zhao Zhen expresses concern about potential backlash from Liao. Meanwhile, Zhao Zong Jing, one of Zhao Yun Bi's sons, hesitates but ultimately asks to go to Liao, despite his brothers' reluctance to leave their comfortable lives. Zhao Yun Bi is frustrated with his sons' lack of willingness to serve the empire. .

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