The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter describes a journey on a passenger ship traveling from Baoyanzhai to Yanzhou via the Wuzhang River. The river is still hindered by floating ice, and the presence of the Liangshan army has made navigation and trade difficult, causing many merchants to avoid the area. Li Yan Qing, the protagonist, is on a mission to gather resources and achieve military merit to expedite his promotion, as the Song Dynasty faces impending invasion from the Jin Kingdom. Accompanied by Zhou Wen Yuan, the steward of Baoyanzhai, they discuss their plans for business in Xucheng, aiming to buy land there. As they approach Jizhou, they encounter a toll inspection station where they must convince a Liangshan army captain of their intentions. After paying a transit fee and providing a tax receipt, they are allowed to continue. During their journey through Liangshan Marsh, Li Yan Qing encounters Ruan Xiaowu, a familiar figure from his past, but manages to avoid recognition. The chapter highlights the tension of navigating through enemy territory while pursuing personal ambitions.

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