Opening with a Poem, Shocking the Entire Court of Civil and Military Officials!.

Summary

The narrative unfolds aboard a pirate ship where the second-in-command, Hei Hu Zi, is in peril, prompting a tense standoff. The pirates realize they are trapped, leading to a negotiation for hostages. Qin Ying, the Ninth Prince, intervenes, promising to take revenge on the water bandits. After a dramatic cannon barrage, the bandits are defeated, and Qin Ying shows humility towards the rescued civilians. As he strategizes to strengthen his naval forces, he encounters Dong Zhi, a captured assassin. They discuss a potential alliance to find a healer for Dong Zhi's sister, revealing themes of loyalty, redemption, and the complexities of honor in a world rife with violence.

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