Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter describes a tense standoff between the Bohai army and the Sui army that has lasted for seven days. As supplies dwindle, the Bohai army, led by Mu Sui Xin, prepares for a desperate battle while Gao Lie leads a larger force to break through to the north. The Bohai troops launch an attack, but their movements are quickly detected by the Sui scouts. Zhang Xuan, the Sui commander, anticipates their retreat and prepares to pursue them. Meanwhile, Gao Lie’s forces begin to falter under pressure, leading to a potential collapse as they prepare for battle against the advancing Sui army. The chapter ends with Zhang Xuan ordering his cavalry to intercept the pursuing Bohai troops, setting the stage for an impending confrontation.

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