Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Gao Lie and Gao Hui discuss Zhang Xuan's intentions, suspecting he is probing their brother's stance regarding Gao Shi Da, who has treated the common people well. Gao Lie decides to take the initiative by sending the Wagong Army to attack Qingzhou, while still planning to hand Gao Shi Da over to Zhang Xuan to maintain appearances. Meanwhile, Gao Shi Da, feeling grateful for his treatment, is lured into a trap by Gao Lie's aides and is ultimately betrayed, leading to his demise. Concurrently, Li Yuan's forces rapidly advance southward, capturing territories and amassing a large army, while local uprisings against the Sui dynasty emerge across the region. In Chang’an, Du Gu Shun expresses his concerns about the Yuan Family's delayed rebellion plans, which are jeopardized by Li Yuan's uprising, and seeks Dou Wei's assistance to influence Li Yuan.

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