Core of the Sage.

Summary

Xiao Man challenges Du Yu's ability to reclaim vast territories with his limited force of 10,000 soldiers. Du Yu emphasizes the importance of a rightful title and his formal petition to the emperor for a northern campaign. He believes the timing is right due to the leaderless rebels following recent defeats. While Du Yu expresses confidence, his wife Nong Yu questions the wisdom of rushing into battle. They reminisce about the Qujiang Banquet, reflecting on the Tang Dynasty's lost glory. Du Yu's ambitions as a scholar are hindered by the current chaos, but he resolves to restore the land through fighting. With Nong Yu's unwavering support, he feels determined to reclaim the Tang's former grandeur and allow scholars to flourish once more.

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