Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Lin Zheng Biao learns that the Sui army is approaching and meets with Lv Ping to strategize. A scout named Xia Xun arrives, reporting that the Sui navy has retreated and the Tang army is attacking, which excites Lin Zheng Biao. Lv Ping suggests a retreat to Poyang County to avoid confrontation with the Sui cavalry. They quickly evacuate Yuzhang County, loading their troops onto cargo ships and burning supplies to prevent them from falling into Sui hands. After crossing the Gan River, Lin Zheng Biao's army faces exhaustion and limited rations. As they rest, they are caught off guard by an unexpected Sui cavalry attack led by General Luo Cheng, who is waiting to ambush them. Lin Zheng Biao's troops struggle to defend against the onslaught while he attempts to escape.

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