Water Margin, Chapter 18: samenvatting

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1. The Ruan brothers lure He Tao’s force into confusing waterways, capture him, and trap the remaining troops with fireboats.
2. Chao Gai’s companions kill the trapped troops, while Ruan Xiaoqi cuts off He Tao’s ears and releases him.
3. Zhu Gui brings the fugitives to Liangshan Marsh, where Wang Lun welcomes them with a feast but avoids accepting them.
4. Wu Yong detects Wang Lun’s reluctance, encourages Lin Chong’s resentment, and arranges for his companions to carry hidden weapons.
5. Wang Lun offers silver and asks the newcomers to leave, prompting Lin Chong to attack while the guests restrain other leaders.
6. Lin Chong kills and beheads Wang Lun, refuses Wu Yong’s offer of leadership, and asks everyone to hear his proposal.

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Lin Chong explains the rejection as fear of capable rivals. This accusation connects Wang Lun’s treatment of the guests to the conflict over his leadership.

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