Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter details a swift military response to an assassination attempt on the heir and the Wang Fei, orchestrated by Assassins believed to be affiliated with the Turks. Guard officer Zhao Huan discovers the Assassins infiltrated the palace, prompting Luo Shi Xin to mobilize troops and search for the attackers. After confirming the heir's safety and the death of Young Master Yu Wen, Luo Shi Xin leads an assault on the Assassins' hideout on an island. The Assassins, realizing they are cornered, attempt to escape but are ultimately captured, with one female Assassin committing suicide to avoid interrogation. The chapter concludes with Luo Shi Xin reflecting on his failures in palace security and the looming threat of the Turks.

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