Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

Dragon Lock Pass, a strategic military point north of the Yellow River, is under siege as soldiers clash fiercely. Amidst the chaos, Lu Wang and his advisor Xie Cheng Dong strategize to capture the pass, urging the defenders to surrender. Despite initial resistance, the tide turns as some soldiers yield, swayed by claims of loyalty to the rightful ruler. Lu Wang, initially vengeful, is convinced to offer mercy, leading to a significant number of surrenders. With the pass secured, Xie Cheng Dong advises an immediate assault on the capital, emphasizing the need to act before the imperial army can mobilize, despite their limited forces.

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