The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter contrasts the literary and martial arts markets, highlighting the literary market's appeal to young women through subtle emotional expression, while the martial arts market serves as a communication channel primarily among men, particularly between seniors and juniors. It discusses notable families and their martial arts legacies during the Great Song Dynasty, emphasizing how these skills influence the younger generation's futures. The setting is at the Cao family's riding and archery grounds, where elders, including high-ranking officials, observe martial arts displays. The narrative introduces the characters Gao Shen, Cao Ping, and Pan Xu, discussing the stalled case of Pan Xu's nephew, Pan Yue, who is imprisoned and in poor health. The chapter reveals the appointment of Li Yan Qing, a talented young man favored by the Crown Prince, as a new Censor, which raises concerns among the elders regarding the power dynamics within the court. Li Yan Qing attends the martial arts display, receives preferential treatment, and is invited to a family banquet by Gao Shen, who uses the occasion to strengthen ties and resolve past awkwardness.

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