Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter describes the Sui army's camp outside Yuguan Town, where Du Huan, a former county magistrate, navigates the complex political landscape following a surprise Sui attack. He meets with General Li Jing, who pressures him to surrender Yulin County to the Sui. Du Huan, aware of the precarious situation, seeks to persuade military leaders and local officials to consider surrendering to avoid destruction. Tensions rise as Du Huan realizes the urgency of the situation, needing to gather support from local clan leaders to act quickly before the Sui army attacks.

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