The Cold Door Hero

Summary

On the first day of the Lunar New Year, Wu Min welcomes Bai Shi Zhong, the Right Chancellor, who has come to discuss military honors and rewards. Bai Shi Zhong suggests a more measured approach to the rewards, hinting at his desire to reduce them, which Wu Min perceives as an attempt to undermine military morale. They both recognize the need for consensus among the six ministers in the Zhi Zheng Tang, with Wu Min knowing that Li Gang's support is crucial. Bai Shi Zhong reveals the emperor's dissatisfaction with Li Gang due to the mass exodus of citizens, using this as leverage against Wu Min. Wu Min views Li Gang as a political rival and contemplates the implications of Bai Shi Zhong's schemes. He realizes that Bai Shi Zhong's actions against Li Yan Qing are motivated by a desire to gain favor with the emperor, who feels overshadowed by Li Yan Qing’s military successes. Wu Min sees an opportunity to maneuver politically and considers how to turn the situation to his advantage.

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