The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing reflects on his interactions with Cao Yun, realizing his lack of interest stemmed from viewing her as a child. Meanwhile, Cao Yun feels guilty for not appreciating his gifts and struggles with her pride. As the first snowfall of the season begins, it brings joy to her younger sister, Cao Jiao Jiao, lifting Cao Yun's spirits. The snowfall transforms the capital into a winter wonderland, but it complicates life for the common folk. Li Yan Qing is called to the Left Political Building of the Western Ministry following a decree appointing Fan Zhi Xu as the military supervisor. The meeting introduces the newly established Military Resource Supervision Office, which will oversee logistics for an upcoming Northern Expedition. Fan Zhi Xu outlines the office's structure, emphasizing a distribution of power among the Censorate, Privy Council, and Ministry of War, and addresses questions about official residences and the timeline for their work. Everyone realizes the bureaucratic delays ahead, knowing that efficiency is lacking in the Song Dynasty.

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