Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhou Meng successfully diverted a mountain spring to supply water to the outer city, leading to the surrender of five thousand Goguryeo soldiers who were left without water. Lai Hu'er celebrated this victory, recalling promises of promotion. Meanwhile, in Pyongyang City, Yuan Tai Zuo and other ministers discussed the Sui army's attack on Beisha City and the potential threat from Qi Dan regarding the Liaodong Peninsula. Yuan Tai Zuo suggested that Qi Dan might weaken Liu City's defenses, allowing them to seize the opportunity. The ministers debated their response, with Yuan Tai Zuo hinting at a strategic plan to let Qi Dan engage first. After discussions, Gao Yuan and Quan Huan speculated on Yuan Tai Zuo's true intentions, suspecting he aimed to claim Liaodong for himself while maneuvering against his rivals.

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