Core of the Sage.

Summary

The Empress Dowager and her advisors discuss the dire situation facing the Great Tang, as Du Yu's army grapples with external threats from the Great Han and Eastern Qi, who seize territory amidst chaos. As Du Yu contemplates military options, tensions rise between pro-war and pro-peace factions within his ranks. Cao Cao's forces and Eastern Qi leaders challenge Du Yu, escalating the conflict. The Empress emphasizes dual strategies of military preparation and appeasement, while Du Yu must decide whether to engage in battle or negotiate, with the stakes high and the Great Tang's stability on the line.

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