Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter details the strategic movements and conflicts involving the Wa Gang Jun and the Sui cavalry. Zhai Rang, seeking to intercept Yuwen Huaji, suffers heavy losses after a six-month battle and is further demoralized when Zhang Xuan claims credit for defeating Yuwen's forces. As Zhai Rang grapples with his anger and the realization of his dwindling power, he orders a retreat to Liang Jun after learning of the approaching Sui cavalry. Meanwhile, Wang Shi Chong, anxious about the shifting power dynamics, prepares his troops for a joint campaign against the Wa Gang army, marking the beginning of a coordinated effort to hunt down Zhai Rang.

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