Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

The chapter summarizes the following key events:. - Wang Ning An arrives in Gaoyang and meets the old general Wang De Yong, who expresses shame and incompetence over losing Yang Wen Bin, a corrupt military official in charge of supplies. - Wang De Yong explains that Yang Wen Bin's escape to the Liao Kingdom could spell trouble, as he knows the ins and outs of the military situation in the region. - Despite efforts to pursue Yang Wen Bin, he manages to escape across the Ju Ma River into Liao territory, much to Wang De Yong's frustration. - Wang De Yong reflects that he should have just ordered Yang Wen Bin's execution earlier, but was cautious due to the lack of a clear death sentence for his crimes. - Wang De Yong rallies his troops, promising to fight to the death alongside them to defend Bazhou against the impending Liao attack. This earns the loyalty of his men, who were also involved in corruption. - The Liao army soon crosses the Ma River and attacks Bazhou, with Wang De Yong leading the defense alongside the citizens.

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