The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Zhong Shi Dao meets Gao Shen, who reveals that Li Yan Qing's military achievements were unjustly attributed to Yao Zhong Ping's nephew. Zhong Shi Dao is outraged at the deception and feels betrayed by Yao Zhong Ping. Gao Shen expresses his intention to report Li Yan Qing's accomplishments truthfully but is hesitant to expose the matter in court due to potential infighting. Zhong Shi Dao requests permission for Li Yan Qing to command local militias to bolster his forces against enemies in Hebei. A eunuch summons Zhong Shi Dao to the emperor, who discusses the difficulties surrounding Li Yan Qing's recognition and promotion. The emperor agrees to promote Li Yan Qing to 7th-rank Court Gentleman and grant him a monetary reward, while also allowing him temporary command of local militias. Meanwhile, Li Yan Qing prepares for an upcoming battle, discovering new weaponry at the supply dock and receiving crucial intelligence about enemy troop movements.

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