The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing discovers the county office is in debt of 3,000 strings of cash and has several months of unpaid salaries. Yang Ju, a low-ranking official, reveals he borrowed the money without understanding the implications. They discuss the issue of river bandits, with Yang Ju explaining that a bandit named Zhang Shun has taken control of the area, imposing lower tolls than the previous bandit, Long Wang. Li Yan Qing realizes that to truly improve the situation, he must eliminate the river bandits rather than compromise. After returning to his office, he discusses the debts with his aides, revealing they owe 2,200 strings in salaries and 800 strings in various debts. As shop owners demand payment, Li Yan Qing acknowledges the debts and promises to repay them within a month, surprising everyone with his willingness to recognize the previous debts. He then proposes a business opportunity to the shop owners to seek their cooperation.

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