Dao Lord.

Summary

In a tense discussion, Zi Pingxiu and Jia Wu Qun analyze the precarious situation of the Song state amidst the ongoing conflict with Yan. They suspect that Meng Shan Ming's massacre was a strategic provocation, possibly orchestrated by Shang Chao Zong to destabilize rivals. Zi Pingxiu warns that a retreat could lead to embarrassment and chaos, while Jia Wu Qun emphasizes the need for a decisive withdrawal to stabilize their position. They contemplate the role of the Myriad Beasts Sect in the conflict, with Jia Wu Qun expressing confidence in persuading them to assist. The conversation highlights the intricate political maneuvers and the urgency of their situation, with both men aware that the stability of the Song Dynasty hangs in the balance.

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