Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

The chapter begins with the Wang family celebrating the 100-day milestone of their new baby girl, who has won everyone's affection, especially her father, Wang Ning An. He is crafting a wax pendant for her when Su Gui, a eunuch, visits with news of an imperial decree. This leads to the unexpected arrival of Emperor Zhao Zhen, who expresses his desire to witness the military front despite his inexperience. As the discussion shifts to military strategies, Wang Ning An expresses concern over Wang Anshi's reform proposals that threaten the aristocracy. Meanwhile, in the battlefield, the Wang family army, led by Wang Ning Ze and his brothers, decisively defeats the Qing Tang soldiers, causing a rout. Dong Zhan, the Qing Tang leader, chooses to retreat, abandoning his troops. The battle concludes with the Song Dynasty's victory in Xizhou, where the Qing Tang soldiers surrender en masse. The chapter ends with Su Gui announcing the victory to Emperor Zhao Zhen, who rejoices and plans to visit the victorious generals.

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