The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The fall of Yanjing City has caused a significant upheaval in the Great Song Dynasty, prompting Emperor Zhao Ji and his ministers to confront the crisis of the Jin Kingdom's invasion. During an urgent military and political meeting, officials discussed strategies to respond to the invasion amid financial difficulties. Zhao Ji expressed his desire to avoid blame and sought solutions. Gao Qiu proposed troop deployments, suggesting reinforcements in Hebei and Hedong, but faced criticism from Wang Fu regarding the effectiveness of certain generals. Crown Prince Zhao Huan offered a plan to strengthen defenses in both regions, proposing specific generals for leadership roles. After some deliberation, Zhao Ji accepted most of Zhao Huan's suggestions but expressed concern over the elderly Zhong Shi Dao's potential return to active duty. The meeting resulted in decisions regarding troop assignments and the need for urgent military funding. Wang Fu outlined a short-term emergency funding plan, which included transferring silver, selling goods, and issuing currency. Zhao Huan opposed one aspect of the plan, emphasizing the need for careful financial management. The Emperor reflected on the severity of the situation, contemplating his own responsibility, while Zhao Huan reassured him that the blame lay with him. The chapter concludes with Zhao Ji feeling fatigued and in need of rest.

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