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Summary

The narrative describes a tense military standoff across the Yuxi River, where Shen Xi and his troops face the formidable Ming army and Tatar cavalry. Shen Xi hesitates to fire cannons due to uncertainty about the enemy's formation. Liu Daxia, commanding the Ming forces, struggles against Tatar assaults, realizing reinforcements are insufficient. As chaos ensues, Shen Xi decides to fire the cannons, aiming to disrupt the Tatar forces. The initial cannon fire creates confusion among the enemy, igniting hope for the Ming soldiers. However, the lack of follow-up fire raises concerns about the effectiveness of their strategy. The battle intensifies as both sides grapple with the dire situation.

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