The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Guo Yao Shi's betrayal led to the fall of Zhuozhou and Yizhou, threatening the already weakened Liao State. The young Liao Emperor's regent, Empress Dowager Xiao Pu Xian, summoned military officer Xiao Gan to devise a plan. Xiao Gan suggested exploiting the weaknesses of the Song army, particularly targeting the self-serving Tong Guan. He proposed a strategy involving negotiations with the Song Dynasty to buy time for Liao State's military preparations, including appointing Ye Lu Da Shi as deputy commander despite his past opposition to the Empress Dowager. Meanwhile, in the capital, Li Da Qi, anxious about his son on the northern expedition, met with Tang Zheng Zong, who reassured him about their sons' safety. They discussed Yao Wan Nian's proposal to relocate Lushan Academy, and as they conversed, news of potential promotions for Li Yan Qing circulated among patrons, further heightening Li Da Qi's concerns.

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