Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

The chapter details the aftermath of Du Gu Shun's assassination, which causes a stir in Chang'an. Li Yuan orders an investigation led by the Ministry of Justice, suspecting Song Jin Gang's involvement. Meanwhile, Yu Jun visits Dou Wei to discuss military support for the emperor, revealing the Du Gu family's significant pledge of resources, likely influenced by Du Gu Shun's death. Yu Jun learns from his son that the assassin is rumored to be the emperor himself, which shocks him and raises doubts about the investigation's conclusions. He realizes the implications of this information and decides to tread carefully, understanding the potential dangers of speaking out.

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