Ruling the World.

Summary

Li Xin, injured and weary, emerges from the fortress of Xingping to find the city in chaos, with only police defending against rebel attacks. His cousin Han Tan informs him that key figures have fled, leaving the city vulnerable. Meanwhile, Han Gang and Zhang Zong meet near Kaifeng, discussing the political turmoil and the need for cooperation to ensure peace. They negotiate a new agreement between their factions, aiming to stabilize the region after the upheaval. The Empress Dowager, having survived a coup, recuperates as the remnants of the court face dire consequences. Ultimately, the parliament convenes to decide the future of leadership, signaling a shift in governance.

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