Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The Wang Family, a prominent noble clan in Langya County, becomes a crucial ally for Sun Xuan Ya and Meng Rang, as their support is essential for establishing power in the region. After Meng Rang secures the military, he seeks the Wang Family's backing, which they agree to as long as it poses no risk to them. Their support shifts significantly after the Sui army, led by Zhang Xuan, begins to eliminate bandits, prompting the Wang Family to fully back the Sui army. Wang Yong Quan, the head of the Wang Family, meets Shen Guang, who requests assistance for the Sui army to enter the city without attracting attention. They agree on using a closed fabric shop for the Sui soldiers' concealment. Meanwhile, Meng Rang struggles to maintain control in Linyi County, where bandits operate independently, undermining his authority. Shen Guang visits the southern military camp of General Chen Hai Shi, who is hesitant to support Meng Rang. After revealing a letter from Sun Xuan Ya, which indicates that their leader is alive, Shen Guang persuades Chen Hai Shi to reconsider his stance. He explains that the Sui army can infiltrate Linyi County disguised as harvesters, exploiting Meng Rang's weak patrols. Chen Hai Shi realizes the precarious situation and contemplates aligning with the Sui army for survival, leading to a pivotal decision about his future.

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