The Three Kingdoms: The Prodigal Son of Shu Han, starting with a fiery blaze at Wolong Ridge.

Summary

. In Chang'an, Cao Cao led a vast army, supported by strategists and skilled warriors, to confront Ma Chao, a formidable opponent entrenched in Liangzhou. Despite previous failures to capture him, Cao Cao was confident, recalling past victories against Xi Liang's cavalry. He intended to challenge Ma Chao directly, seeing a potential path to greater power. Sima Yi observed Cao Cao's political maneuvers with suspicion, noting the growing influence of aristocratic factions. The next day, Cao Cao's army prepared for battle. Ma Chao, eager to fight, faced several of Cao Cao’s generals, including Xiahou Yuan and Cao Zhang, who surrounded him. Despite being outnumbered, Ma Chao’s prowess was evident as he held his ground against them. Meanwhile, Han Sui and the Xi Liang cavalry launched a counterattack, seizing the moment of chaos within Cao Cao's ranks. . Cao Cao remained unperturbed, recalling his past victories and preparing his own reinforcements, including Yuan Shao's halberd warriors, to counter the Xi Liang cavalry's fierce charge. Sima Yi expressed concern over the unfolding battle, recognizing the risks involved. As the battle raged on, both sides prepared for a decisive clash. .

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