The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The Taiyuan Academy, the largest in the Hedong region, is abuzz with excitement over a recruitment notice from the Hedong military for ten staff officers. The commander, Zhong Shi Dao, delivers a compelling lecture on military affairs, emphasizing the importance of the staff officer role in intelligence and military strategy. He outlines the potential for career advancement and generous wartime salaries, attracting over two thousand scholars eager to sign up. After the lecture, Li Yan Qing meets with old friends Wang Gui and Niu Gao, discussing the military's opportunities and the challenges they face. The chapter highlights the competitive environment at the academy and the allure of military service as a pathway to officialdom.

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