The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing visits the Hao brothers, who have assumed new identities as farmers named Chen Da and Chen Er. They discuss improvements in their gunpowder production and successful experiments with new materials. Li Yan Qing inspects the naval preparations and appoints two experienced military men, Mai Shi and Xie Bo, as vice commanders. A constable brings urgent news of an impending ambush by the black-hearted Long Wang, delivered through a crossbow bolt. Li Yan Qing deduces that the warning likely came from a familiar ally. He later discusses the situation with Hu Qing Er, who insists on participating in the campaign despite the risks. Li Yan Qing, aware of the threat, decides to prepare for the ambush.

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