The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Lin Lingsu, a prominent Taoist priest of the Shenxiao sect, was involved in a case that had been under review for a year. The case stemmed from an incident where he performed a ritual to drain swollen rivers, leading to an attack by city guards that resulted in three deaths. The Emperor imprisoned the soldiers involved and ordered a review by the Three Departments. The delay in resolution was due to disagreements over the classification of the incident as a premeditated assassination attempt versus an ordinary attack. Li Yan Qing, the inspector, learned that the soldiers claimed they acted under orders, complicating the investigation. The commanding officer, Pan Yue, had significant family connections, which influenced the case's handling. Li Yan Qing later treated his subordinates to tea at a high-end teahouse, where they discussed various topics, including the ongoing negotiations for peace in Liangshan.

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