The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing invites Zhou Dong into his home, where they discuss stone carving and martial arts. Li Yan Qing expresses his reluctance to practice throwing knives due to the potential for violence. Zhou Dong admires Li Yan Qing's principled stance and decides to take him as a disciple. They proceed to a back room where Li Kui, a captured man, is held. A young woman guards him, ready to defend herself. After some banter, Zhou Dong demonstrates his strength by subduing Li Kui, who then realizes Zhou Dong's identity and becomes compliant. Li Yan Qing refuses to disclose Hu Cheng's whereabouts to Zhou Dong despite his trust in him. Later, Li Yan Qing prepares to leave Lushan Academy after five years of study, reflecting on his goals and his master's hopes for him. Yao Ding encourages him to succeed in the county exam, and Li Yan Qing promises to make him proud. As he departs with fellow students, they discuss the upcoming exam and the changes in requirements that may benefit them. In a twist, Li Wen Gui, the Second Clan Chief, approaches Li Yan Qing and proposes a deal for his grandson, Bao Er, to take his place in the exam. Li Yan Qing is outraged by the suggestion of dishonesty and refuses to comply, leaving Li Wen Gui frustrated.

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