Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

The chapter discusses Zhao Zhen's struggles with reforming the Qingmiao Law amidst opposition, reflecting on the historical challenges of system reform. Despite his initial passion, the failure of the Qingli New Policy has made him more pragmatic, believing that defeating external enemies is easier than internal reform. Zhao Zhen inspects the Imperial Guards, acknowledging their unpreparedness against threats like Qing Tang and Western Xia. Wang Ning An proposes an aggressive strategy, seizing an opportunity against Gu Sila's weakened position. Ye Li Yu Qi, once powerless, is determined to regain his strength and trains the hostage troops ruthlessly, pushing them to their limits. Di Qing and Di Yong observe Ye Li Yu Qi's training, with concerns about his loyalty and the quality of their weapons. Wang Ning An devises a plan to manipulate Ye Li Yu Qi by suggesting he could have a child, leveraging the allure of a magical medicine that promises fertility. Ye Li Yu Qi, intrigued by the prospect of continuing his bloodline, prepares to act on this scheme, setting the stage for future conflict and intrigue.

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