Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Wang Ren Ze surrounded Guan Xi Town with three thousand elite soldiers, having previously staged bandit attacks to mislead the locals. After a bloody assault on Song Family Village, he aimed to eliminate any witnesses. Yuwen Chengdu, inside the inn, prepared for a breakout while hiding his staff. When Wang Ren Ze ordered fire arrows to smoke them out, Yuwen seized the moment to charge eastward, cutting through the enemy ranks with his golden spear and causing panic among Wang Ren Ze's soldiers. Despite the chaos, Yuwen managed to escape into the snowy landscape, taunting Wang Ren Ze as he fled. Meanwhile, in Luo Yang, Wang Shi Chong eagerly prepared for his ascension to the throne, despite the recent death of Zhang Zhen Zhou. High-ranking officials urged the frail Emperor Tai, Yang Dong, to abdicate, but he vehemently refused, leading to a tense standoff. Ultimately, Yang Dong took his own life as Wang Shi Chong ascended the throne, changing the era name to Kai Ming. His usurpation caused unrest among officials, with many resigning and siding with the Northern Sui. Despite the political upheaval, celebrations in Luo Yang were muted due to a gag order imposed by Wang Shi Chong. In a tavern, young scholars discussed the absurdity of seeking power, revealing a mix of ambition and humor amidst the tense political climate.

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