Judgment of Dayu.

Summary

The chapter describes a grand banquet hosted by the great lord of the Wu clan to welcome the garrison commander of Qing Zhou and the great lords of the Shang and Qian clans, all united to support the court against the Sanmiao rebellion. The garrison commander, who lost a leg in battle, shares the dire situation of their forces, prompting the lords to pledge their support and resources for troop mobilization. The great lord of the Huai Mountain clan outlines the military organization and enlistment of troops, with all lords agreeing to comply. They discuss troop contributions and prepare for an early deployment. After the banquet filled with camaraderie and celebration, the great lord of the Huai Mountain clan feels the weight of his new responsibilities as he prepares to lead troops into battle for the court, marking a significant shift from years of peace among clans.

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