The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter discusses the local official system in Jia Yu County during the Song Dynasty, detailing the hierarchy of officials including the County Governor, County Lieutenant, and Chief Clerk. The role of the County Deputy was largely nominal, with the Chief Clerk often managing day-to-day affairs. Li Yan Qing, the new County Governor, arrives in Jia Yu County with two aides, Mo Jun and Liu Fang, to help him govern effectively. He focuses on understanding the county's situation and delegating tasks. The chapter also highlights a conversation between Li Yan Qing and his sister, Hu Qing Er, regarding her training with flying stones. They share light-hearted banter before heading to dinner, where they enjoy a lavish meal and discuss the hiring of maidservants and chefs. Li Yan Qing explores his new residence, noting the arrangement of the courtyards and rooms. He finds his study furnished with rosewood furniture left by the previous magistrate and begins to organize his books and ornaments.

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