The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The Jin army's camp, housing over one hundred thousand troops, was in a standoff after a failed siege on Taiyuan. Wan Yan Xie, the marshal, was conflicted about rescuing Wan Yan Lou Shi, who was trapped and had surrendered with only two hundred survivors. News from Li Yan Qing suggested negotiations with the Song army, proposing a withdrawal to Hebei, which angered Wan Yan Chang, who believed they should still attack Taiyuan. A report of heavy losses at a supply depot due to enemy fire further pressured Wan Yan Xie to consider retreat. He decided to send Wan Yan Chang with a force to defend the southern part of Hedong Road while prioritizing their safety. Meanwhile, local uprisings against the Jin soldiers began to form, led by various righteous warriors.

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