Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhang Xuan assessed his opponent, Xue Rengao, realizing he was at a disadvantage in close combat. Rengao charged at him, but Zhang Xuan countered with a spear attack that caught Rengao off guard. Rengao attempted a surprise attack with a hidden blade but missed, leading to a fierce exchange where Zhang Xuan managed to slice off Rengao's ear without killing him. Rengao fled the arena, and Zhang Xuan received applause. In the afternoon matches, several warriors advanced, and news emerged about a change in rules allowing ten warriors to be exempt from afternoon matches. The criteria for selection were based on performance, leading to speculation and anticipation among the competitors. Luo Shi Xin excitedly announced that he and two others made the list, while Qin Qiong remained downcast about his brother's elimination. Zhang Xuan encouraged a positive mindset, emphasizing the importance of military achievements over fame.

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