The Earth's First Suzerain

Summary

In a cage where humans are held captive, the arrival of meat soup from alien beings surprises the prisoners, leading to a grim realization about their fate. A middle-aged scholar named Shan Fu warns that the better food indicates the alien races are preparing for action against them. Amidst the tension, a young man attempts to gather information from recently captured Japanese prisoners but is met with hostility. A scar-faced man, revealing his past as a river bandit, takes matters into his own hands to extract military intelligence from the Japanese. The prisoners, including notable figures Xu Shu and Gan Ning from the Han dynasty, discuss their dire situation and the possibility of escape. Gan Ning reveals a plan to utilize a river for their escape but acknowledges the overwhelming number of guards outside. They conclude that external assistance is necessary for a successful breakout, and Xu Shu expresses confidence in their allies, hinting at a coordinated effort to fight back against their captors.

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