The Cold Door Hero

Summary

Li Cheng Hao led 10,000 Iron Hawk cavalry into an ambush by the Song army, while Li Ren Zong arrived with 20,000 cavalry at Wan Shi Ling. The Song army had constructed a military camp called "Wan Shi Zhai" on the northern side of a crucial pass, transforming it into a stronghold. Inside, 2,000 soldiers were stationed, equipped with catapults and defensive structures. The Song army was preparing for a strategic advantage against the Western Xia, which was struggling with depleted resources and dissatisfaction among its tribes. As the generals discussed the situation, news arrived that 20,000 Western Xia cavalry had arrived but lacked supplies for a siege, indicating a possible retreat. A report from General Gong Zu Wen revealed a significant defeat for the Western Xia at Qing Gang Gorge, with heavy casualties. Li Ren Zong, upon learning of the losses, ordered a full retreat back to Shunzhou.

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