Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhang Xuan confronts Lu Yi at the Lu Manor, asserting that his presence is due to a matter involving Lu Ming Yue and the Governor Guo. Lu Yi, feeling threatened by Zhang Xuan's knowledge of the assassination attempt, struggles to maintain control as tensions rise. The situation escalates with Zhang Xuan's bold declarations, leading to Bai Xin Yang fainting from fear. Just as Lu Yi is caught in a dilemma over how to handle Zhang Xuan, news arrives that the Emperor is at the manor, shifting the focus entirely. The Emperor, Yang Guang, arrives casually dressed to celebrate Elder Lu's birthday, creating an atmosphere of formality and tension among the guests. After a brief exchange, Yang Guang expresses his intention to mobilize against Goguryeo and requests to meet Zhang Xuan, hinting at his significance.

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