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The Three Kingdoms: The Prodigal Son of Shu Han, starting with a fiery blaze at Wolong Ridge.

Chapter 555: "Attack from the East while Striking from the West," Victory in Xinye . [553]



Summary

. Deng Ai confidently claimed he would conquer Xin Ye in ten days, but Man Chong, a seasoned general, doubted him, recalling the strength of the Han army. As the tenth day approached, soldiers in the Han camp expressed concern about Deng Ai's ability to take the city, fearing he would become a laughingstock. On the final day, Deng Ai ordered a forced assault on Xin Ye, rallying his troops despite their confusion. Man Chong, calm atop the city walls, believed Deng Ai had missed his opportunity. As the battle raged, the Wei army faced chaos, with some soldiers resorting to violence against civilians. Man Chong, maintaining his integrity, refused to use the lives of innocents as leverage and ordered a retreat to the inner city. Despite his resolve, the soldiers recognized the futility of their situation against Deng Ai's strength. Meanwhile, Deng Ai planned to treat the families of Wei soldiers kindly, mocking their predicament. .

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