Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter depicts a fierce battle between Lu Ming Yue and Xiong Kuo Hai, a formidable opponent wielding a heavy copper staff. Lu Ming Yue, already injured, struggles to defend himself but ultimately finds himself at the mercy of Xiong Kuo Hai, who reveals his identity as the notorious leader of the Eighteen Villages of Taihang. Meanwhile, Zhang Xuan, leading the Sui army, successfully captures a significant number of Lu Ming Yue's forces and discusses strategies for future engagements, particularly focusing on the Li Yang granary's vulnerabilities. The chapter concludes with Zhang Xuan eager to test his theories in a real confrontation rather than just planning.

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