The Three Kingdoms: The Prodigal Son of Shu Han, starting with a fiery blaze at Wolong Ridge.

Summary

The chapter depicts the return of the Northern Expedition army, marking a transition from winter to spring in a chaotic world where people have lost the feeling of reunion. Liu Bei, now emperor, struggles with the burdens of leadership while sharing a small bed with his brothers, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. Despite his complaints about the bed size, he enjoys their company. Zhuge Liang and other ministers present him with a large pile of memorials, highlighting the tension between imperial power and ministerial authority. Liu Bei expresses exhaustion and contemplates abdication, realizing the challenges of being an emperor. Meanwhile, Liu Mang, the Crown Prince, enjoys a leisurely life in the Eastern Palace, surrounded by palace ladies, until he receives a message from his father about attending court. Liu Bei, half-asleep during the morning court, announces his decision to abdicate the throne to Liu Mang, who protests, fearing the responsibilities that come with being emperor. The chapter concludes with a humorous yet tense exchange between father and son over the burdens of leadership.

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