The Three Kingdoms: The Prodigal Son of Shu Han, starting with a fiery blaze at Wolong Ridge.

Summary

In the chapter set on the battlefield of Luo Yang, Fa Zheng informs Liu Mang about a plague affecting nearby villages. Fa Zheng proposes a ruthless strategy to use the plague against the Wei army by catapulting infected corpses into Luo Yang, intending to demoralize the enemy without engaging in direct combat. Liu Mang admires Fa Zheng's cunning but ultimately rejects the plan, citing concerns about the long-term reputation of their Han army and the potential backlash from the common people. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image as they approach victory. Fa Zheng acknowledges his oversight and seeks alternative strategies to breach Luo Yang, while Liu Mang reassures him that they are in a strong position against their enemies. Meanwhile, in the Wei palace, Sima Yi expresses frustration at Emperor Cao Rui's complacency amidst the plague threat, warning that it could lead to the city’s downfall. Despite the tension, Cao Rui remains dismissive, indicating a lack of urgency among the court officials.

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