Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Hao Xiao De and Shan Xiong Xin faced internal conflicts after a failed siege, leading Hao Xiao De to consider breaking away from Shan Xiong Xin. Shan Xiong Xin proposed a duel to provoke the Sui army, but when they remained unresponsive, his general, Sun Chang Le, volunteered to fight. Despite initial reluctance, Shan Xiong Xin approved Sun Chang Le's participation, confident in his abilities. As the battle commenced, Luo Shi Xin, despite being ordered to retreat, felt compelled to challenge Sun Chang Le, who proposed a wager involving their heads. The two engaged in a fierce duel, with Luo Shi Xin initially gaining the upper hand. However, Sun Chang Le's superior horse and strategic defense began to wear down Luo Shi Xin's stamina. As the fight progressed, Luo Shi Xin's horse faltered, leaving him vulnerable. Sun Chang Le seized the opportunity to injure Luo Shi Xin's horse, causing him to fall and lose his spear. Just as Sun Chang Le prepared to claim victory, Su Dingfang shot an arrow at him, allowing Luo Shi Xin to regain his weapon. In a moment of tension, Sun Chang Le demanded Luo Shi Xin keep his promise regarding the wager, while Zhang Xuan ordered a retreat, sensing the situation was deteriorating.

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