The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter describes the vast Jin army camp outside Daming Prefecture, commanded by Wan Yan Xie Ye, who is known for his ruthless leadership. Wan Yan Du, a general, faces punishment for disobeying orders by attempting to raid Kaifeng instead of Daming Prefecture. Despite his elite cavalry, Wan Yan Du's defiance leads to his demotion, which he reacts to with anger and a desire to leave the military. Wan Yan Xie Ye, concerned about the strategic situation, emphasizes the importance of following military orders and expresses his wariness of the Song commander, Li Yan Qing, who has proven to be a formidable opponent. Meanwhile, in the capital, Li Yan Qing is overseeing defensive preparations against the Jin army. He implements strategies to fortify the city, including compacting the ground and erecting wooden stakes to counter enemy projectiles. As he inspects the demolition of homes to improve defenses, he faces resistance from elderly citizens who refuse to leave their ancestral properties. Despite the challenges, he orders the forced removal of these individuals to proceed with the defense preparations. The chapter ends with Li Yan Qing receiving a letter, prompting him to head towards the Alum Tower.

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