Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The Hero Conference concludes, leaving the people of Luo Yang buzzing with discussions about rankings, particularly debating whether Zhang Xuan or Yuwen Chengdu is the second strongest general. Despite Zhang Xuan's impressive performance against Li Xuan Ba, Yuwen Chengdu retains the higher rank due to his previous victories and the weight of his weapon. Meanwhile, Luo Shi Xin expresses dissatisfaction with the emperor's broken promises regarding titles and rewards for the top participants. Zhang Xuan seeks a blacksmith to repair his slightly damaged halberd, leading to the introduction of Elder Yan, a renowned craftsman. After inspecting the halberd, Yan assures Zhang Xuan he can repair it. Later, Zhang Xuan meets Xiao Xi, a warlord from Jingzhou, who congratulates him on his ranking and shares his plans to return to his homeland as a magistrate. Xiao Xi offers Zhang Xuan a place to go if he ever needs help, hinting at future alliances.

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