"Unfortunately, Li the rebel has overwhelming numbers and the support of cavalry. Earl of Jingnan Huang Degong led his troops in a valiant stand, fighting as they retreated. Though they successfully pulled back to Wei County, his cavalry forces were all but wiped out, and Regional Commander Ma Dai’s whereabouts remain unknown."
"Your Majesty, I have finished reading the entire courier report." Seeing Emperor Chongzhen sitting motionless on the dragon throne, Wang Chengen whispered a reminder.
Emperor Chongzhen looked up, his face clouded with worry.
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