Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Sun Xuan Ya prepares to defend Fei County against the Sui army, deploying twenty thousand elite troops and appointing his brother, Sun Zhi An, as commander. He worries about his limited resources and the impending Sui army threat. Sun Zhi An brings urgent news from Wang Bao, revealing the Sui army is gathering in Dong'an County under Zhang Xuan's command. Sun Xuan Ya learns the Sui army is constructing a fortress in Mengyin Gua, which could threaten his grain supplies. He sends a troop to investigate and potentially destroy the fortress. Meanwhile, the Sui army, led by Li Shou Jie, is repairing the Mengyin Fortress for logistical support. As they work, Li Shou Jie spots bandit scouts and prepares for an impending attack, ultimately deciding to pursue the bandits to prevent their escape.

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