Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Yang Guang enters the hall, appearing fatigued, and initiates a reporting session with General Zhang Xuan. Wei Xuan outlines the reporting process, emphasizing the need for transparency. He questions Zhang about the militia he established in Beihai County, hinting at potential overreach in troop numbers. Zhang defends his actions, explaining the necessity of the militia to combat bandit threats. Wei Xuan then inquires about the release of bandit leader Zuo Xiao You, to which Zhang responds that it was a decision made by General Zhang, not himself. The atmosphere grows tense as Yun Ding Xing attempts to challenge Zhang regarding the death of Beihai's governor, but Yang Guang intervenes, signaling his awareness of the matter. Wei Xuan continues with sharp questions regarding Zhang's military authority and agricultural practices in Beihai, revealing Yang Guang's suspicions about Zhang's intentions. Zhang answers thoughtfully, discussing the importance of disaster relief and his agricultural initiatives, which seem to alleviate some of Yang Guang's concerns. The session concludes with Wei Xuan asking if anyone else has questions.

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