Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Cui Junxu reports to Regent Zhang Xuan and the Ziwei Pavilion about his mission to the Turks, revealing that Princess Yi Cheng is unwilling to engage with them due to resentment and has set difficult conditions for peace. The Turks plan a southern invasion with over three hundred thousand troops mobilizing by the end of February. Zhang Xuan outlines three actions: preparing for battle, relocating civilians from threatened counties, and negotiating a ceasefire with the Tang Dynasty. Preparations include transporting supplies and recruiting sleds for winter transport. Meanwhile, Pei Ju, now an envoy to the Tang court, navigates political discussions with Chen Shuda, revealing the complexities of their diplomatic situation.

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