Dao Lord.

Summary

Meng Shan Ming, a seasoned military commander, addresses his troops but shows no emotion despite their tears. He struggles with health issues, having coughed up blood due to overexertion while planning a critical battle. His subordinates, worried about his condition, insist he rest, emphasizing that only defeat is allowed, not victory. Meanwhile, the Song Guo army advances towards Yanjing, having breached the Hukou defense line swiftly. Xu Lai Ping, a defeated defender, receives reinforcements and is urged to reclaim the line. The situation is dire, with commanders questioning how their defenses fell so easily, suspecting possible betrayal or oversight.

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