Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

. Jia Chang Chao and Ou Yang Xiu, former rivals, unite with a shared goal of improving river management for the Yellow River. Jia proposes an ambitious plan to redirect the river and establish flood relief channels, which Ou Yang supports, suggesting a technique to reduce sediment buildup. However, their plans are undermined by a court letter revealing Xia Song's opposition, with the court favoring a return to the river's old course. Both men express frustration over the court's decisions, which they believe are misguided. Jia suspects that the officials, who once championed reform, have become self-serving and indifferent, prioritizing political maneuvering over effective governance. Ultimately, they recognize the dangers posed by the Yellow River's altered course, particularly its implications for the defense of their capital, Bianjing. .

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