The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter begins with the annual examination at Taixue, where students, including Li Yan Qing, prepare for a rigorous test akin to the imperial examination. Candidates must adhere to strict protocols, including bathing and wearing Confucian robes. The examination hall accommodates 100 candidates, and with only 150 upper students this year, the atmosphere is competitive yet familiar. The exam consists of various questions on classics and miscellaneous topics, requiring extensive knowledge. Li Yan Qing reflects on his motivations for studying while taking the exam. He encounters challenging questions, particularly one regarding governance, which he answers using historical references. After the exam, he and his friends, Wang Gui and Tang Huai, discuss their futures and the impending military training they must undergo. Each expresses concerns about their assignments and the possibility of being separated. Li Yan Qing cautions Tang Huai against a risky military location, and the friends grapple with the reality of choosing different paths, realizing that their decisions now will significantly impact their futures.

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