Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Chen Leng, a renowned general of the Sui dynasty, faced accusations from Yu Wen Shu after a failed mission against Yang Xuan Gan, leading to his imprisonment by Yang Guang. After realizing the deception, Yang Guang released Chen Leng, who then vowed to protect Empress Xiao. As tensions rose, Chen Leng received a decree appointing him as Grand Minister of State, but he made it clear he would not collude with Yu Wen Hua Ji, insisting on conditions for his departure from Jiang Du. Meanwhile, Yu Wen Hua Ji, fearing Chen Leng's potential alliance with Zhang Xuan, chose not to plunder Jiang Du but instead stripped the palace of treasures as he retreated north with his army. In the background, Zhang Xuan received news of military movements, revealing the complexities of loyalties and strategies among the factions vying for power.

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