Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

A cargo ship belonging to Yuan Gai Su Wen is anchored at sea, surrounded by Suijun patrol boats. Concerned about Zhang Xuan's military strength after his capture of Beishe City, Yuan Gai Su Wen travels to Yidu County to negotiate for the return of Goguryeo prisoners and Beishe City. Upon arrival, he observes the prosperity of the region under Zhang Xuan's rule, which heightens his anxiety about the threat it poses to Goguryeo. At the county office, he requests an audience with Zhang Xuan but is met with coldness and dismissal, highlighting Zhang Xuan's formidable nature. Yuan Gai Su Wen is advised by Fang Xuan Ling to adopt a more respectful attitude, as he seeks to negotiate the return of General Jian and Beishe City. Fang Xuan Ling reveals that while General Jian can be returned, Ning Shou De has already been sent to Jiang Du. Yuan Gai Su Wen is left frustrated and anxious, ultimately learning that to secure the return of the prisoners and the city, he must first agree to Zhang Xuan's conditions, which include returning eight ocean-going vessels to Qingzhou.

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