Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter describes the intense fifth day of battle at Liu City, where the Khitan army faces fierce resistance from the Sui troops. Despite suffering heavy casualties, the Sui forces remain determined. The Xianbei troops, initially leading the charge, express frustration over their losses, prompting their chieftain, Su Zhi, to seek a temporary respite. Da He Tuo Luo, the Khitan leader, agrees to give the Xianbei a brief rest but prepares for a renewed assault with his own troops. The Khitan army, now fully equipped with siege weapons, launches an attack, facing devastating counterattacks from the Sui army. Da He You, Da He Tuo Luo's youngest son, seeks to prove himself but tragically falls during the battle, leading to a chaotic and bloody confrontation as both sides struggle for dominance. The chapter ends on a cliffhanger, hinting at an unexpected turn of events.

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