Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Meng Hai Gong, leading an army of 60,000, aimed to eliminate the Jiangnan Association but faced setbacks when General Wang Shun was killed by the Sui army during an ambush. Realizing the danger posed by the Sui forces, Meng Hai Gong ordered a retreat to Qu’a County. Meanwhile, the Sui army helped the fleeing citizens of Jiangning, providing shelter and food, which garnered gratitude from the locals. Zhang Xuan, overseeing the refugee camp, recognized the strategic capabilities of his advisor, Bing Yuan Zhen, who suggested addressing women’s needs to win public support. Bing Yuan Zhen also proposed reclaiming land from wealthy aristocrats to promote development in Jiangnan, which Zhang Xuan considered carefully.

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