The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing and his companions dine in silence after leaving Jiang Quan's residence, contemplating their next steps regarding Zhong Lin's murder. Li Yan Qing suspects Liang Shi Cheng is behind the crime, with speculation pointing to Wang Ding as an accomplice. He visits the Cao residence and meets Cao Sheng, who confirms Wang Ding's ties to Liang Shi Cheng, dismissing other suspects like Gao Qiu and Cai Jing. After discussing the political landscape, Li Yan Qing learns his wife, Cao Yun, is at the Cao residence. They share a tender moment, but Li Yan Qing is troubled by the implications of Zhong Lin's death and the potential for revenge from Zhong Shi Dao. The next morning, he discusses his future plans with Old Master Cao, expressing a desire to take a position in the local government rather than court politics. Cao Ping agrees to assist him.

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