First-Class Daoist Gate.

Summary

In the dark, Zhang Bai Ren observes the fleeing private soldiers and contemplates Yu Zhong Wen's reckless pursuit, suspecting allegiance to Gao Li. Yuan Tian Gang suggests sparing lives, but Zhang Bai Ren feels trapped by fate. As the Sui army nears Pyongyang, generals debate retreat due to exhaustion and insufficient supplies. Zhang Bai Ren, aware of hidden motives, refrains from intervening, pondering Yang Guang's true intentions. The Sui forces suffer a devastating defeat, with only 2,700 out of 305,000 troops remaining. Zhang Bai Ren collects discarded supplies, questioning the underlying schemes and the significance of the lost soldiers.

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