The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Dai Yun Yi, an aide of Tong Tai Wei, learns about a significant incident involving five hundred military crossbows discovered in Taiyuan Prefecture, which were believed to be stolen from the military warehouse. Li Yan Qing, from the Intelligence Division, explains that the crossbows were found during a black market arms sweep but have not yet been reported to the court. Dai Yun Yi, sensing the gravity of the situation, rushes back to Jingzhao Prefecture to inform Tai Wei, hoping to prevent any negative impact on troop morale. Following this incident, the issue of missing military equipment is suppressed, and a financial agreement is reached between Tong Guan and Zhong Shi Dao regarding silver distribution. As tensions rise, the Song army prepares for a large-scale campaign against Western Xia, mobilizing 250,000 troops. Zhong Shi Dao addresses the generals, emphasizing the challenges ahead, while Li Yan Qing's intelligence division is split to guard against spies and support the main army. The strategic route for invasion is identified, highlighting the importance of logistics in the upcoming conflict.

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