The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing stands by the Yellow River, reflecting on the gentler flow compared to his last crossing. He meets Yang Zai Xing, who informs him that General Zhong Shi Dao wishes to see him. In the main camp, Zhong congratulates Li Yan Qing on his promotion to Xuan Feng Lang due to his successful intelligence work, expressing gratitude for Zhong's support. They discuss concerns about the Western Xia, particularly the potential danger posed by a dam at Wu Ding River that could lead to disaster for the Song army. Li Yan Qing recalls a strategic location, Hu Xiao Gorge, from a map given to him by Zhao Yuan, which indicates its importance. The next day, the Song army begins crossing the Yellow River, while a cavalry team is dispatched to confirm a small path to Hu Xiao Gorge. They leave the river valley road to seek this path through the mountains, aiming to gather intelligence for the impending conflict.

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