First-Class Daoist Gate.

Summary

Zhang Jin arrives to find Zhang Bai Ren upset over Hu Si Zheng's actions, which threaten the army's loyalty to the emperor. Despite their concerns, both Zhang Jin and Bai Ren feel powerless against Hu Si Zheng's influence. Lai Hu'er joins them, expressing urgency over the siege's impact on morale. Yuwen Shu later emphasizes the need for unity against Goguryeo, but Bai Ren laments the emperor's trust in Hu Si Zheng. A secret meeting among generals to address Hu Si Zheng's influence fails, highlighting internal strife. As tensions rise, Yang Guang confronts the generals, blaming them for cowardice, which exacerbates their fears of punishment and leads to discussions of a potential military coup.

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