Opening with a Poem, Shocking the Entire Court of Civil and Military Officials!.

Summary

The scene unfolds with chaos at the mountaintop as the Xuánjiǎ army witnesses a devastating explosion that kills General Gao Ming and injures Prince Zhao Lin Yuan. The prince, disoriented and bloodied, realizes the threat posed by Qin Ying's advanced firearms, which he had underestimated. Despite his strategic prowess, Zhao Lin Yuan's downfall stems from his reliance on incompetent allies, leading to a significant loss of his forces. As artillery rains down, the remaining soldiers are demoralized, facing an overwhelming enemy they cannot see. The narrative emphasizes the critical impact of information gaps in warfare and the dire consequences of poor leadership choices.

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