The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Five days after acquiring a large stock of armor and weapons at a fraction of the cost, Western Xia is well-prepared to equip 50,000 soldiers. King Kang Zhao Gou orders local recruitment in Shaanxi Road. Meanwhile, a military discussion in the Western Xia palace addresses a demand from the Jin Kingdom for troop deployment to Shaanxi Road. Grand Minister Li Ke Zhen warns against breaking a ceasefire with the Song Dynasty, while others debate the implications of the Jin-Xia alliance. Ultimately, they decide to station troops on the border without immediate engagement, allowing for strategic flexibility. Liang An Ping, who is concerned about the potential impact on trade, meets with Qiao Zhong An to ensure that their business interests are safeguarded despite the military actions. Qiao Zhong An is informed of the troop deployment and reassured that trade will continue as normal.

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