Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

In this chapter, Chen Sheng Zhi learns about Yu Cang Hua Ma, a former ally of Li Liang Zuo who now wishes to surrender to the Song army due to his dwindling resources after heavy losses in battle. Tan Xian and Gao Zun Yu discuss the strategic advantage of persuading Yu to cooperate, believing it would lead to the capture of Ling Zhou and the downfall of Western Xia. They express skepticism about Wang Ning An's intentions and suggest that he may be nurturing bandits to elevate himself, which Chen Sheng Zhi vehemently disputes. As the conversation unfolds, Tan Xian reveals the influence of the Secret Intelligence Bureau and hints at a possible plot against Wang Ning An orchestrated by the Emperor. Chen Sheng Zhi is initially resistant to this idea, but Tan Xian argues that a swift military action could shift power dynamics. Just as they plan their next steps, Chen Sheng Zhi pretends to faint to avoid involvement, prompting Tan Xian and Gao Zun Yu to decide to mobilize the troops without him.

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