The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Gao Qiu and Tong Guan, initially allies against a common enemy, become adversaries as their power dynamics shift after the suppression of Fang La's rebellion. Tong Guan takes credit for the military victories, angering Gao Qiu and military supervisor Tan Zhen, leading them to impeach him. This conflict intensifies as Gao Qiu seeks to protect Liu Yan Qing's authority amid Tong Guan's plans to split the army. Despite Gao Qiu's efforts to influence the emperor, Tong Guan retains control over the Western Army, causing Gao Qiu's disappointment. As the northern expedition begins, Liu Yan Qing receives troubling news about military readiness, raising concerns about the expedition's success against the Liao forces.

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