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Summary

As the sun set over Du Xi, the town was filled with flames and military activity as the victorious Nü Zhen Eastern Army celebrated their recent conquests. However, confusion arose among the generals regarding the unexpected setbacks faced by Zong Han and his troops in the southwest. Despite their previous confidence, the defeat of Wan Yan Xie Bao's thirty thousand troops by Ning Yi's smaller force raised doubts about their understanding of the situation. The generals debated the reasons for the defeat, attributing it to poor decisions and a lack of proper strategy. Zong Bi and Zong Fu discussed the implications of these events, noting that Zong Han seemed to have aged and was now seeking stability rather than confrontation. They reflected on the changing nature of warfare and the diminishing willingness of their troops to fight fiercely as they once did. The brothers recognized that the old methods of battle were becoming outdated and that the Nü Zhen needed to adapt to the evolving circumstances. They expressed concern that without courage and a willingness to adapt, the fate of their kingdom could be at risk.

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