Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Wen Da Ya quickly left Youzhou for Chang'an after witnessing Luo Yi's allegiance shift. Luo Yi, now aligned with Li Yuan, faced challenges in securing the loyalty of his civil and military officials. Meanwhile, Wen Yan Bo, troubled by the situation, expressed his desire to return to Beihai County instead of following Luo Yi to Chang'an. His wife, Pei Shi, supported his decision but warned of Luo Yi's surveillance. Wen Yan Bo planned to send a letter through Uncle Shan, an old family friend, to express his intentions. After successfully sending Uncle Shan away, Wen Yan Bo was summoned by Luo Yi, who was in a good mood due to most generals pledging loyalty to him. However, Wen Yan Bo refused to pledge allegiance, stating his ambition differed from his brother's. Luo Yi, realizing Wen Yan Bo's potential, placed him under house arrest to prevent him from leaving. Meanwhile, Uncle Shan delivered Wen Yan Bo's letter to General Xu Shiji in Shanggu County, hoping to reach Zhang Xuan.

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