The Song of Glory: Princess Consort's Defiance and the Matou Battle

Escape and Political Schemes

• ⚠️ Liu Yikang (Prince of Pengcheng) and his allies are ambushed by Wei's army led by Lu Yuan, escaping a burning hill with help from a local tribe.
• 🔑 Lu Yuan attempts to frame Liu Yikang's death, using a decree to bind his own fate with the Prince's, and later returns to Jiankang with a fake coffin.

Princess Consort's Stand

• 👑 The Princess Consort confronts her family's chief secretariat for conniving with Lu Yuan and opposing Liu Yikang's New Policy.
• 💬 She asserts her loyalty to her husband and the Emperor's reforms, stating that people are the true foundation of an empire, not just noblemen.
• 🔒 Her defiance leads to her confinement by her family, who aim to control her will.

Battle for Matou

• 🔥 Shen Lige (disguised as Shen Feng) and her allies successfully rescue her father, General Shen, from Wan Jingsheng's forces at Matou.
• ⚔️ Wan Jingsheng (Wei's General) attempts peace talks, demanding Pengcheng and Matou, using General Shen as leverage, but Liu Yikang refuses to compromise sovereignty.
• 🛡️ During the intense battle, a subordinate named Chengxun sacrifices himself, and General Shen expresses pride in his son's growth as a warrior.

Pangu Tribe Conflict

• 🌲 The Pangu tribe faces internal strife as Mei Ya attempts to usurp leadership from Mei Qi, falsely accusing her of killing their father.
• 🤝 Liu Yikang and his allies intervene, helping Mei Qi against Mei Ya's attempt to burn her to death according to tribal customs.

Strategic Reunions

• 🤝 Liu Yikang reunites with his brother and General Shen, strategizing to eliminate external enemies before addressing internal traitors.
• 🎯 They plan to reclaim Matou and avenge the Prince of Pengcheng, with Pangu warriors joining their cause.