Judgment of Dayu.

Summary

Chang Feng realizes he has fallen into an ambush by the Guandou army and orders a retreat, managing to distance his troops from a raging fire set by the enemy. The Guandou soldiers prepare to leave their camp unnoticed. Meanwhile, the Youqiong Clan's guards receive reports of the fire but underestimate the situation, assuming it is a minor harassment. After several scouts confirm the Guandou army has retreated, the Youqiong guards decide to inspect the empty camp. The Xiahou guards conclude it is too late to pursue the enemy but send swift horses to track their retreat direction. Commander Huai Shan and Grand Chancellor Xia Qi are informed of the Guandou army's withdrawal, leading to a discussion about focusing on fortifying their position and training new troops instead of pursuing the retreating enemy. Dayu emphasizes the importance of addressing the threat posed by Yi Di, suggesting that the Sanmiao rebels are not an immediate concern. Xia Qi agrees and organizes a meeting with officials to strategize on locating Yi Di and eliminating any remaining threats. During the meeting, officials prioritize finding Yi Di, recognizing that his capture by the Ying He rebels could destabilize the realm. They conclude that the search for Yi Di is critical to maintaining control and preventing chaos. After the meeting, Xia Qi discusses with Huai Shan the need to focus on Yi Di over the Sanmiao rebellion, as Yi Di's influence could lead to widespread unrest.

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