Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

. Wang Liang Jing gives his soft sword to Wang Ning An, who learns to wield it effectively. After a night of counting in Wolf Valley, they are shocked to find a group of stripped Liao soldiers and corpses. Wang Ning An's mood darkens as he recalls past grievances and blames corrupt officials for the tragic fate of soldiers. Bao Zheng arrives with his group, acknowledging the grim scene and preparing to report to the court. Tensions rise as Wang Ning An criticizes Bao Zheng for his inaction and cowardice in the face of Liao invasions. He argues that Bao Zheng’s rash actions against the Cui Jia family have led to chaos and that the court is filled with incompetent officials. As Bao Zheng attempts to maintain control, Wang Ning An challenges him to take responsibility for the safety of Cangzhou and the citizens, expressing his frustration over the potential consequences of Bao Zheng's resignation. The chapter highlights themes of accountability, the consequences of political decisions, and the struggle between duty and personal ambition. .

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