The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter focuses on the trial of the assassination case of Lin Lingsu, held at the Dali Temple after a year of delays. The central issue is whether the assassination was due to the reckless actions of three soldiers or a deliberate plan by Commander Pan Yue. This case has significant implications for the power struggle between Liang Shi Cheng and Wang Fu over control of the Censorate, as well as the conflict between the Censorate and the Ministry of Justice. Li Yan Qing, a key figure, aims to expose the truth and has summoned Pan Yue to testify. During the trial, the first assassin, Zhang Shun, initially denies knowledge of Pan Yue's involvement but later contradicts himself. Li Yan Qing reveals that Zhang Shun does not even know Pan Yue, which causes chaos in the courtroom. The chapter ends with the arrival of Cai Jing and other officials, indicating the trial's escalating tension and political intrigue.

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