The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter discusses the public holidays of the Great Song Dynasty, highlighting that officials had limited time off despite numerous festivals. Li Yan Qing, after ten days of duty, looks forward to his rest day but is interrupted by a social obligation to attend a gathering hosted by the Gao family for his friend Zhou Chun, who is becoming a county magistrate. Li Yan Qing has to ensure Zhou Chun attends a welcome banquet the following evening, which he agrees to despite his usual reluctance for such gatherings. At the Gao residence, Li Yan Qing navigates social interactions, including advice from Gao Shen about the Pan family, who may be seeking his favor due to his past involvement in a case. The chapter ends with Li Yan Qing meeting his friend Cao Xing and a little girl, Jiao Jiao, who he offers to take out to buy cat food, showcasing a lighter, more personal moment amidst the social obligations.

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