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

Summary

. Liu Mang noted that the Han army quickly mobilized at Dingjun Mountain, while Cao Cao regained control of Yangping Pass with 400,000 troops. However, Liu Bei held the high ground on Dingjun Mountain, frustrating Cao Cao's attempts to dislodge him. Cao Pi expressed arrogance, but Jia Xu and Sima Yi remained silent, aware of Cao Cao's oppressive tactics. As Xun Yu struggled with supply issues, Cao Cao considered cutting Liu Bei's supply lines via the Jin Niu Road but faced challenges due to unfamiliar terrain. Cheng Yu advised against a reckless attack, but Cao Cao was determined to eliminate Liu Bei, insisting on an all-out effort from his generals. Despite this resolve, Cao Cao's forces suffered a defeat when Sun Li's troops, unfamiliar with the terrain, were ambushed while attempting to disrupt supplies. Liu Mang’s strategic defense and provocations left Cao Cao's morale low, and desertions began within his ranks. As Liu Mang taunted Cao Cao, peasant unrest in Henan grew, leading to uprisings against Cao’s officials, which Xun Yu managed to suppress, but the discontent remained. Seizing the moment, Liu Bei saw a long-awaited opportunity to confront Cao Cao directly. .

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