The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter describes a tense atmosphere in the palace following a significant military defeat on the western front, which has been secretly reported to Emperor Zhao Ji. His anger leads to a convened meeting with high-ranking officials, including Cai Jing and Crown Prince Zhao Huan. During the discussion, Zhao Huan suggests punishing Tong Guan, the commander responsible for the defeat. Cai Jing argues against immediate accountability, suggesting that the eastern front could still turn the situation around. The debate intensifies, but Zhao Ji ultimately decides to summon Tong Guan back to the capital and appoint Liu Yan Qing as the new Defense Commander of Shaanxi. The Emperor's fury indicates that Tong Guan's demotion is imminent. Meanwhile, political maneuvering among the officials hints at shifting power dynamics, with implications for Cai Jing's position and the potential rise of Liang Shi Cheng's faction.

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