I Have A Mountain Stronghold.

Summary

Cheng Dalei and Li Wan'er discuss the upcoming martial arts examination, which aims to select generals for the empire, emphasizing not just martial skills but also strategy and leadership. Li Wan'er reveals that the selection process is heavily influenced by nobility and corruption, with name plates being sold and powerful families vying for control. The examination's winner will gain significant military power and influence, prompting fierce competition among factions. Li Wan'er expresses her desire to marry a true hero, not just a political pawn, and enlists Cheng Dalei's help to become an examiner to eliminate unsuitable candidates. She plans to disguise him as a mysterious examiner named Cow Sanjin to infiltrate the examination.

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