Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter depicts the tense atmosphere as the war begins, with Li Jing receiving reinforcements from General Zhao Liang at Lushui Warehouse City. Despite concerns about the enemy, morale is high upon learning that Prince Qi's main forces are in Hejian County. Luo Yi's army, consisting of twenty thousand troops, launches an assault on Lushui Warehouse, employing siege tactics with ladders and makeshift battering rams. However, the defenders, led by General Duan Xian Da, mount a fierce counterattack, resulting in heavy casualties for Luo Yi's forces. After suffering significant losses and realizing the inadequacy of their siege equipment, Luo Yi decides to halt the attack and send troops to gather materials for more ladders. Meanwhile, he grows anxious about the potential arrival of Zhang Xuan's forces and receives alarming news that they have reached Jixian County, leading to his sudden collapse from shock.

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