Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

The chapter describes the intense peace negotiations between the Great Song and the Liao Kingdom. Ou Yang Xiu, determined to reclaim the Yan Yun region, initially demanded the Liao Kingdom to cede 16 prefectures, but later lowered the request to 7 prefectures. However, Youzhou, a stronghold of the Liao Kingdom, could not be given up, leading to a deadlock in the negotiations. Ou Yang Xiu then threatened to take back the land by force. During this time, Ou Yang Xiu, accompanied by Zhang Dun and Lü Huiqing, visited a temple dedicated to the respected general Yang Ye, who had earned the respect of both the Song and Liao Kingdoms. Ou Yang Xiu expressed his regret for not being able to restore the Yan Yun region and avenge Yang Ye, but vowed to bring the general's spirit home with dignity.

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