The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing receives an urgent summons from Grand Tutor Liang regarding the death of Hou Meng, which Liang suspects is connected to him. During their conversation, Liang reveals his belief that Luan Ting Yu, a hired assassin, is involved, and he hints at Li Yan Qing’s deeper connections to the situation. They discuss the Emperor's anger over Hou Meng's death and the potential military campaign against the Liangshan bandits. Liang suggests that the Crown Prince should lead the charge, with Zhong Shi Dao as the deputy commander, to secure the Crown Prince's position. Shortly after, Zhong Shi Dao is summoned by the Emperor, who discusses the failures in the campaign against the bandits and appoints Zhong as the commander of an expedition with the Crown Prince. The Emperor emphasizes the need for quality troops, and Zhong requests 30,000 elite soldiers. The Emperor agrees, officially appointing the Crown Prince and Zhong Shi Dao to lead the campaign against the Liangshan bandits.

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