Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter depicts a tense confrontation at Lu's residence involving General Yu Wen Shu, who loses his composure over Zhang Xuan, a guard associated with Yan Wang. Yu Ju Luo intervenes to prevent violence, leading to Yu Wen Shu reluctantly agreeing to let Zhang Xuan go for her sake. Meanwhile, Zhang Xuan remains calm, recognizing the gravity of his situation due to his knowledge of Yu Wen Shu's secret dealings. The narrative shifts to Lu Shen, the patriarch of the Lu family, who learns about the incident and grapples with the implications of Zhang Xuan's presence. Tensions rise between Lu Yi and Lu Zhuo regarding how to handle the situation, with Lu Yi advocating for Zhang Xuan's expulsion to avoid offending the general. However, Lu Zhuo suggests consulting with their brother-in-law, Yu Ju Luo, before making any decisions. The chapter ends with Lu Shen emphasizing the need for a careful approach to navigate the political complexities involving both Yu Wen Shu and Yan Wang.

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