The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing meets Wang Jun, a young man from Tai Xue, who admires him. Their conversation reveals Wang Jun's connection to a privileged faction within the school. Wang Dao Qi, Wang Jun's father, disapproves of his son's association with Zheng Pang Zi and expresses concern over his mounted archery performance. The discussion shifts to a matchmaking event with the Cao family, which causes tension. Cao Xing arrives, and Li Yan Qing receives a token from Cao Xing’s sister as appreciation for his couplet. At the banquet, Li Yan Qing tries to avoid discussions about his marital status, which leads to awkward moments. Cao Xing suggests leaving the banquet early to avoid matchmaking pressures, and Li Yan Qing agrees, asking for rice wine and his bag.

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