Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

In the aftermath of war, Luanzhou City appears desolate, with hurried passersby. Two beautiful women, Xiao Guan Yin in a red fox fur coat and Su Ba Niang in white mink, attract attention as they walk accompanied by armored warriors. They discuss their new surroundings, with Su Ba Niang feeling threatened by Xiao Guan Yin's charm and status. As they enter a teahouse, Su Ba Niang inquires about local happenings, learning of the ruthless land distribution led by Wang Ning An, who executed Liao nobles and allocated land to Han commoners. The land distribution event stirs emotions among the common people, who are grateful yet fearful after receiving lashes as punishment for their past loyalty to the Khitans. The ceremony is marked by a mix of gratitude and pain, as the commoners chant their newfound identity as Han, vowing to defend their heritage. The chapter concludes with a shopkeeper reflecting on his family's new land, feeling a sense of pride and determination to reclaim their identity.

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