The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Yan Qing led 9,000 troops to Xiao Pass, a strategic location against northern nomadic tribes. Upon arrival, he found additional forces already present, including Wang Gui's cavalry and Liu Qi's infantry. Li Yan Qing arranged for supplies and discussed reconnaissance successes, confirming the capture of key strongholds. He expressed concerns about the Xixia army's potential countermeasures, particularly the Iron Hawk cavalry, but decided to mobilize his forces to advance. Meanwhile, Xixia's leader, Li Qian Shun, faced challenges in mobilizing troops and strategizing against the Song army's movements, ultimately deciding to transfer troops to reinforce Wei Prefecture in response to the threat posed by Li Yan Qing.

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