Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

Di Yong followed the Water line upstream, while Yang Huai Yu moved against the Luo Shui, both dealing with sabotage against embankments and capturing many Yue San. Yang Huai Yu brutally interrogated a Yu Hou, who revealed his loyalty to the Cui Jia due to past favors. Meanwhile, Zhao Zhen, in the Luo Yang palace, was furious about the flood devastation caused by breached embankments, leading to massive destruction and homelessness. Zhao Zhen initially planned to halt construction of the Luo Yang palace to focus on disaster relief, but Wen Yan Bo argued against it, citing a memorial from Wang Ning An. Wang proposed that, instead of stopping construction, they should establish cement workshops to repair embankments and roads, ensuring workers were paid adequately to stimulate the economy and prevent rebellion. Wen Yan Bo, initially skeptical, became convinced of Wang Ning An's insights, leading to discussions about funding and establishing the West Capital Bank to support major projects. Zhao Zhen agreed to the bank's creation, promising financial backing from the court and the Royal Bank, while also addressing the need for talented personnel. Despite the initial resistance from conservative merchants, the urgency of the situation and the arrival of talented students preparing for the imperial examination indicated a potential turning point for the region.

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