Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Pei Yun visits Lu Zhuo in a shabby guest hall, expressing concern for Lu Zhuo's health and hinting at impending danger. He reveals that the Emperor plans to act against Li Yuan, which could lead to Lu Zhuo's imprisonment. Pei Yun suggests that Lu Zhuo should either resign or become an envoy to avoid disaster, with the latter option potentially arranged through Pei family connections. Pei Yun also mentions canceling a marriage alliance with the Cui family, signaling support for Lu Zhuo. Ultimately, Pei Yun proposes to arrange for his granddaughter, Zhi Zhi, to become a secondary wife to Zhang Xuan, which Lu Zhuo agrees to in exchange for protection.

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