Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

In Licheng County, despite the looming war, life remains peaceful and commerce thrives. Fei Qingnu, a former military commander now reduced to a school officer, frequents the Jinan Tavern to drown his sorrows. He receives a letter from a young man, leading him to meet Gao Hui, a woman from his past. She proposes an alliance with the Bohai Society, offering him a position of power in exchange for his cooperation. Fei Qingnu, feeling resentful towards his current situation, considers the offer but seeks assurance of his ambitions. Gao Hui promises to uphold her previous commitment of making him king of Jibei County if he aligns with them. They discuss potential military actions against neighboring counties, recognizing the shifting political landscape and the opportunities it presents.

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