The Cold Door Hero

Summary

In the afternoon, Li Yan Qing and his wife visited the Cao residence, having postponed a meeting with his father due to other commitments. As they approached the Cao family, Cao Yun reminded Li Yan Qing to mention their adopted child, Xiao Lian, out of respect, but he thought it unnecessary given the child's gender and the old man's age. They discussed the emotional aspects of adoption, with Cao Yun emphasizing the importance of nurturing the mother-daughter bond through involvement. Upon arriving, they were warmly welcomed by Cao Xuan and his wife, who were pleased with the gifts Li Yan Qing brought from Jingzhao. Inside, they spoke with Cao Ping, who was considering relocating due to potential threats from the Jin army. He sought Li Yan Qing's advice on land acquisition in Jiangnan. Li Yan Qing assessed various locations, ultimately favoring Hangzhou over Suzhou for its strategic advantages. He suggested the area around West Lake and Phoenix Mountain for land purchase, explaining that while Phoenix Mountain was significant for future palace construction, it would be safer for the Cao family to acquire it, as the court could not easily requisition their land. Cao Ping appreciated Li Yan Qing's insights and requested a private conversation afterward.

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