Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhang Kai is confronted by Li Qing Ming, a registrar from the Qingzhou army, who reveals that Zhang's family is in their custody. Li Qing Ming pressures Zhang to cooperate with their plans involving Yu Wen Zhi, promising safety for his family in return. Despite his initial reluctance, Zhang agrees to the terms after realizing he has no choice, signing a loyalty document to the Qingzhou army. Meanwhile, the Xiaoguo army faces chaos as news of Li Yuan's invasion spreads, leading to mass desertions. Pei Ju proposes a plan to stabilize morale by allowing soldiers to marry local women, which Yang Tan reluctantly approves, hoping to maintain order as tensions rise.

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