Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Qu Tutong reports the imminent threat of Turkic cavalry to Sang Xian, emphasizing the need to escort the Emperor to safety rather than reclaim Loufan Pass. They decide to split forces, with Qu Tutong leading troops north while Sang Xian prepares defenses. Meanwhile, General Yun Ding Xing learns of the loss of Loufan Pass and executes Commander Ma Xun Wu for dereliction of duty. Zhang Xuan, stationed in Shanyan County, discusses the need for a rescue mission with Fang Xuan Ling, who warns of potential chaos if local gentry recruit soldiers. Zhang Xuan plans to head north to eliminate bandits, believing the Emperor will issue a rescue order due to the dire situation. As Zhang Xuan leads his troops north, the Turkic army attacks Loufan Pass, causing heavy casualties and ultimately surrounding Emperor Yang Guang in Yanmen County. The Emperor's forces are vastly outnumbered, and as the Turkic archers bombard the city, he finds himself in grave danger, fearing for his life.

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