Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhang Xuan meets with Pei Ju, who is registering disaster victims. They discuss the challenges of disaster relief and the responsibilities of local governments. Pei Ju shares that the Zheng family is contributing to relief efforts, and they joke about the Pei family's involvement. Pei Ju reveals concerns about the emperor's coldness towards him, linked to Pei Ren Ji's actions. Zhang Xuan receives an imperial edict appointing him as Grand General and Duke of Qi, which he initially declines, but Pei Ju advises him to accept it for political influence. They discuss the implications of Zhang Xuan's rise and the potential support from the Lu family. Pei Ju informs Zhang Xuan that his son has been appointed as the pacifier of Nakahara, prompting Zhang Xuan to express gratitude for Pei Ju's support.

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