Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

Wang Ning An expresses his fury over the perceived favoritism towards Fu Bi, questioning why he deserves leniency despite the serious accusations of treason. Cao Yi warns him about a rumored pact among military families to overthrow Emperor Taizong, which has led to unrest and suspicion. The conversation reveals the complexities of loyalty and betrayal within the royal court, highlighting the influence of military families and the Qiying Society. Cao Yi, fearing for his life and the lives of others, suggests seeking leniency from officials, but Wang Ning An dismisses this as absurd, insisting that the alleged pact is a fabrication. He argues that the political landscape has changed drastically over the decades, rendering the pact irrelevant. Despite the tension, Wang Ning An contemplates the implications of the Qiying Society's actions and the potential chaos they could unleash. As the situation escalates, Wang Ning An decides to visit the heavenly prison where Fu Bi is held. He confronts Fu Bi, hinting at the dangers of the journey to the Western Regions and insinuating that his family may not survive. Wang Ning An leaves a mysterious white porcelain bottle in Fu Bi's cell, suggesting a threat to Fu Bi's lineage.

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