Dao Lord.

Summary

In a tense standoff between two armies, Mi Man acknowledges the collective effort of the Grand Elders, while an old man expresses concern over the use of hostages. Pang Teng questions the morality of leveraging a newborn in battle, but Zuo Cheng Feng defends the tactic as necessary. As negotiations unfold, tensions rise with accusations and threats exchanged between commanders. Shang Shu Qing, a hostage, clings to her baby, torn between her desire to protect him and the burden of her situation. The baby's cries evoke deep emotions, particularly from Shang Chao Zong, who realizes he is powerless to save his son. Amidst the chaos, the possibility of retreat is debated, raising alarms about the implications for both sides.

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