Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

Chen Shun Zhi is tasked with persuading Zhao Zhen in the capital, while Wang Ning An contemplates the military strategy, recognizing that most battles rely on brute force rather than clever tactics. He feels uneasy about the three imperial envoys heading towards Long state and is wary of the eunuch Tan. As Wang Ning An prepares to deal with Western Xia, Han Zhong Yan arrives with news that Tan and others are planning to send troops. Han Zhong Yan reflects on his relationship with Chen Sheng Zhi, who is ill and anxious about the political climate. Chen expresses concern that Bi Xia may want to eliminate Wang Ning An, but Han argues that Wang Ning An's power is necessary to manage civil officials. They discuss the implications of the secret intelligence agency's actions and the potential for discord between the Emperor and Wang Ning An. Chen Sheng Zhi regrets not reporting the troop mobilization to Wang Ning An, and Han Zhong Yan insists on notifying him. As they converse, reports arrive indicating that troops have been mobilized without authorization, escalating the urgency of the situation.

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