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Summary

By the river's edge, Ning Yi addressed soldiers about the situation in Qixian, expressing guilt over their sacrifices but emphasizing the futility of their efforts. He requested volunteers to assess supplies in Qixian, noting the chaos among the Jurchens. As soldiers began to step forward, Chen Tuozi, a notorious figure, declared his willingness to fight, rallying others to support Ning Yi. Despite injuries, many expressed their readiness to join the mission, leading to a gathering of about seventy or eighty willing fighters. Meanwhile, unrest brewed in the capital as news of the Western Army's defeat spread, prompting citizens and officials to react anxiously.

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