Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

Lü Hui is shocked to hear about the defeat in Ganzhou, where Xi Liang Wang's troops, led by Mu Zheng, faced a betrayal from Xixia soldiers bribed by Wei Minglang. This defeat threatens Lü Hui's financial investments, as he holds significant stocks tied to the war efforts. He grapples with the implications of the loss, fearing skyrocketing military expenses and declining stock values. Despite his concern for Wang Ning An's leadership, he seeks clarity on the situation and rushes to gather more news, ultimately discovering a significant drop in bond values. Meanwhile, Xiao Guan Yin and her disciple Kaka discuss financial strategies, highlighting the hypocrisy of gentry officials who only pursue profit while neglecting their responsibilities. Xiao Guan Yin plans to use this situation to teach a lesson to those benefiting without supporting reform, considering involving powerful allies to manipulate the market further.

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