Bloody Romance Episode 6 Recap
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Cha Luo summoned Liu Guang to her chambers, inquiring about the whereabouts of her shadow, Chushi. Liu Guang appeared startled, claiming ignorance, and only then did she learn that Chushi had been stalking Xing Feng and had been caught attempting to steal witchcraft from Xing Feng's room. Liu Guang immediately disavowed any knowledge or involvement in Chushi's actions. Cha Luo then led Liu Guang to the prison where Chushi was confined.
Inside, Chushi lashed out at Xing Feng, boasting of his own advantages and openly declaring his ambition to replace Xing Feng as Cha Luo's shadow, claiming Xing Feng had been adding suspicious witchcraft to Cha Luo's rouge. Chushi then appealed directly to Cha Luo, emphasizing his youth and handsome appearance, and pledging unwavering loyalty, vowing to go through fire and water for her.
Cha Luo, amused by Chushi's sycophancy and betrayal of his own master, put his loyalty to the ultimate test. When Chushi reiterated his promise, Cha Luo commanded him to endure fire and water, which Chushi, horrified, immediately tried to retract. Cha Luo, however, condemned him as a "useless slave" for daring to compare himself to Xing Feng, and mercilessly executed him with her formidable hypnotic killing art, which was empowered by flames.
Afterward, Liu Guang praised Cha Luo's power, and they reminisced about their long history together. Cha Luo then suggested they retire to Liu Guang's residence to drink and discuss selecting a new shadow, whom Liu Guang envisioned as "fresh and imposing," with a "toned body" and an appealing waistline. Cha Luo agreed to name this new shadow "Chushiyi." The following morning, Wan Mei awoke to find Chang'an gone.
When Wan Mei inquired about his whereabouts, Wan Xiang informed her that Liu Guang's shadow had been executed, and a tournament was being held at Chui Xing Tower to select a new one. Wan Xiang mentioned that Chang'an had left at dawn and was likely participating. Wan Mei felt a profound sadness, understanding that Chang'an, being ambitious and unwilling to remain subordinate, would seize such a significant opportunity for advancement.
Overwhelmed, she retreated to her favorite secluded spot in Gui Hua City. Gongzi found her there, noting her despondency. He observed that the shadow she had risked her life to protect was now competing for a position with Liu Guang, making Wan Mei feel abandoned. Gongzi encouraged her to go to Chui Xing Tower, advising her to at least hear Chang'an's reasons directly, suggesting he might have convincing motives.
He urged her not to dwell in sorrow but to focus on how not to be a burden to Chang'an, emphasizing that outstanding abilities were necessary to gain respect in Gui Hua City. At the arena, Chang'an displayed exceptional combat skills, handily defeating all his opponents. Liu Guang was impressed by his prowess and attractive appearance. Although Cha Luo initially suggested Liu Guang could simply claim him, Liu Guang insisted that the selection adhere to the tournament rules.
To further assess Chang'an's capabilities, Cha Luo instructed Xing Feng to send more formidable opponents to test him. Chang'an ultimately emerged victorious in the contest. Cha Luo declared him Liu Guang's new shadow, bestowing upon him the name Chushiyi. However, Chang'an humbly refused the esteemed position. Instead, he knelt before Cha Luo, requesting a second chance for his master, Wan Mei, for her softheartedness in a previous mission where she failed to eliminate Shen Mo.
Enraged by Chang'an's audacity, Cha Luo presented him with a grim ultimatum: either serve as Liu Guang's shadow or be skinned for a lantern. Chang'an remained steadfast, persistently pleading for Wan Mei's reprieve. Liu Guang intervened on his behalf, arguing that Chang'an's loyalty was admirable and that his handsome looks were a valuable asset. Swayed by Liu Guang, Cha Luo agreed to spare Chang'an. Yet, Chang'an continued his pleas for Wan Mei's opportunity.
At that moment, Wan Mei, who had arrived and witnessed the dramatic exchange, rushed forward and joined Chang'an in their earnest appeal. Seeing their combined resolve, Cha Luo relented, assigning them a new mission to assassinate the formidable merchant Han Xiu as a form of atonement for their past failures. Wan Mei earnestly promised to complete the task, even if it meant her own death.
Meanwhile, Grand Tutor Yue Qingya sought an audience with the King, expressing his suspicion that the Prince of Ning, Li Siyuan (who was also Gongzi, the Master of Gui Hua City), was feigning blindness to conceal his true intentions and activities. The King initially dismissed these concerns, citing the Prince of Ning's long history of caution and seclusion. However, Yue Qingya countered that such seclusion could be a strategic ploy to await an opportune moment.
To test the Prince's alleged blindness, Yue Qingya revealed he had located the Prince of Ning's wet nurse and proposed a cunning trial. The King assented and summoned the Prince of Ning to the palace. Gongzi, whose sight had secretly been restored, maintained his pretense of blindness upon entering the palace, even deliberately stumbling to reinforce his deception. He observed that the King's underestimation, coupled with Yue Qingya's cunning, provided him an opportunity.
At Hanlian Pavilion, the King greeted Gongzi, mentioning he had prepared tea. Yue Qingya subtly alluded to a special fish dish, noting that to be tasty, fish must be killed alive. As loud splashing noises echoed, Gongzi, feigning ignorance, commented on the sound and the supposed size of the fish. In truth, the King and Yue Qingya had brutally drowned Gongzi's wet nurse in front of him as a horrific test.
Later, a bowl of soup, which they claimed was fish soup, was served. Despite the immense grief and anger, Gongzi stoically consumed the soup made from his wet nurse's body, recalling a lullaby about a mother's kindness and a son's duty to repay her, maintaining his composure to convince them of his genuine blindness and lack of suspicion. Upon returning to Ting Zhu House, Gongzi was overwhelmed with nausea and vomited.
He refused any further food and, consumed by a burning hatred for Yue Qingya, immediately ordered Moon Shadow to expedite her investigation into matters in Xuan Ji Palace, Southern Xinjiang, vowing that even if his life was short, Yue Qingya would die by his hand. Concurrently, Wan Mei and Chang'an embarked on their mission to assassinate Han Xiu in Jinling City.
Han Xiu, a 35-year-old salt merchant, was an immensely wealthy and influential figure whose network extended even to supplying the Great Liang army. He was also famously known for his extreme devotion to his wife. However, the primary obstacle in their mission was Han Xiu's younger brother, Han Yue. Han Yue was an exceptionally skilled swordsman who remained constantly by his brother's side and had previously thwarted their assassination attempt at Shen Mo's mansion. Han Xiu, Han Yue, and another associate were overheard discussing plans for an evening out, ultimately settling on Xiangfen House for its renowned wine and a famous singer named Mudan.
