"Even if the Liao and Jin were strong, how could they be stronger than the Northern Barbarians?
"Back when our dynasty's founder embarked on the Northern expedition, even though he captured Shandong, the majority of the north remained in the hands of the Northern Barbarians. To ensure a thorough victory, Emperor Taizu first took over Henan, then advanced the troops to Tong Pass, and only after pruning away all the surrounding branches did he manage to decide the fate of the world in one battle.
"And indeed, that was the case. After sweeping the surroundings, it took only one month to capture the capital.
"The so-called impregnable city is, after all, dependent on people for defense. Once the momentum is built, there is always a way to take down any city.
"It's just a pity that although the Qi Dynasty held important territories such as Shandong and Henan in its own hands, it was utterly helpless when it came to the mere Yan Cloud region."
