The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing returns to the Gao residence at dusk and is greeted by Cao Xing, who is concerned about his late arrival and the absence of Jiao Jiao. Li Yan Qing explains he sent her home after buying her snacks and cat items, which makes him happy. They rush inside to join a family banquet, where the atmosphere is lively, and Li Yan Qing is initially seated with Gao Chong but prefers to stay with him rather than move to the main table with older guests. As the banquet begins, Gao Shen approaches Li Yan Qing to insist on a light-hearted punishment of three cups of wine for sitting away from the main table. Li Yan Qing meets Gao Shen's family, including his son and sons-in-law, and engages in conversation with Cao Ping, who hints at matchmaking but understands Li Yan Qing's desire to choose his own path. They discuss the Pan family's gratitude for Li Yan Qing's help in a delicate situation involving Pan Yue. Li Yan Qing offers wise counsel about patience and hope in difficult times, impressing Cao Ping with his maturity. The chapter concludes with Cao Ping requesting a larger couplet from Li Yan Qing for his granddaughter, who cherished the previous one.

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