Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

In the bustling heart of Kaifeng's Imperial Street, life thrived despite the relocation of the capital. The vibrant atmosphere was disrupted when a cavalry unit stormed the once-grand mansion of the Ruzhou King, now in decline due to past mismanagement. Cao Yi, a former ally of the royal family, arrived to oversee the family's capture, confronting Zhao Zong Yi, a member of the royal family, about their failures and plotting. As soldiers executed the remaining family members, Zhao Zong Yi reflected on the demise of his lineage and the failed schemes that led to their downfall. The Ruan Nan Wang Fu was ultimately destroyed, paving the way for commercial development in Kaifeng. Meanwhile, Wang Su, a former governor, lamented his fall from grace and plotted revenge against Emperor Zhao Zhen, who had stripped him of his position and wealth. Wang Su was approached by former allies to join a conspiracy against the Emperor, which involved a plan to assassinate him, using resources obtained from Zhao Zong Yi. As Wang Su attempted to flee with incriminating evidence against high-ranking officials, he was intercepted by Yang Huai Yu and her guards. They confiscated a box containing damning account books, leaving Wang Su powerless and fainting from despair.

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