Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter describes the bustling city of Jiang Du, now resembling a capital under the Son of Heaven's influence. Lu Zhuo, a Grand Scholar, meets with Commander Cui Huan at Guangling Tavern, where they discuss the political climate and concerns regarding Zhang Xuan's military actions in Liaodong. They speculate about the potential threats posed by Zhang Xuan's maneuvers and the spread of rumors about him, particularly from rival factions. Meanwhile, in a Goguryeo-owned shop, Wang Xian, a secret agent, converses with Yuan Gai Su Wen about Zhang Xuan's occupation of Beishe City and its implications for Goguryeo. Yuan expresses his father's anger towards Zhang Xuan, labeling him a significant enemy, and they plan to spread rumors about Zhang's intentions to destabilize his position. The chapter ends with an air of tension and uncertainty regarding Zhang Xuan's next moves.

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