Blossoms in Adversity Episode 40 (Ending) Recap, Plot

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Gu Chengtao ordered his men to seize the Immortal Envoy, unaware that she had already laid an ambush. Just as Emperor Qing was on the brink of death, Gu Yanxi stepped in at the critical moment and saved him. Seeing Gu Yanxi standing protectively in front of him, Gu Chengtao grinned from ear to ear. The Seven Constellations Bureau quelled the rebellion and captured the Immortal Envoy. Gu Chengtao was overjoyed.

Gu Yanxi said that this incident was thwarted thanks to Hua Zhi’s discovery. The Immortal Envoy admitted she was from the Zhao Kingdom, and that her entire family had died at the hands of Da Qing soldiers. Later, she came to the capital with the refugees and joined Prince Huai’s forces. She was raised as a spy, willing to do anything for revenge. Gu Chengtao scorned her, saying she was like an ant trying to shake a tree—overestimating herself.

The Immortal Envoy mocked Gu Chengtao’s paranoia. Just as she was about to name Prince Hui, Prince Hui stabbed her to death. Gu Chengtao was curious about why Hua Zhi chose to stop the incident. Hua Zhi replied that she didn’t want chaos to engulf the land and for both Da Qing and Zhao to be soaked in blood. At that moment, Gu Chengtao vomited blood and collapsed.

It turned out that the Immortal Envoy had colluded with Prince Hui long ago and that the wine had already been poisoned with bixing. Prince Hui pointed his sword at Gu Yanxi, accusing him of treason and declaring himself the only rightful heir. Just as tensions reached their peak, Prince Hui also vomited blood—he had trusted the poison-blocking pill given to him by the Immortal Envoy, only to be tricked as well.

In his dying moments, he took Emperor Qing hostage. At the crucial moment, Gu Yanxi released a sleeve arrow and took him down. Gu Yanxi told Gu Chengtao that he didn’t hate him at all. He had always regarded him as a father, and the Seven Constellations Bureau would forever remain a sharp sword protecting the capital. Gu Chengtao passed away. Just as the ministers were at a loss over the succession, the Empress Dowager arrived.

She announced that the Gu family still had a legitimate heir and took the hand of the Sixth Prince, Gu Yanzhao. An imperial edict was sent to the north, and the men of the Hua family were pardoned and allowed to return to the capital. Gu Yanxi personally accompanied Hua Zhi to receive them. At long last, under the expectant eyes of many, Hua Yizheng appeared with the children. Everyone embraced in tears.

Hua Zhi smiled, walked up to Hua Yizheng, and took Gu Yanxi’s hand. Hua Zhi and Gu Yanxi followed Hua Yizheng into the ancestral hall. After Hua Yizheng finished paying respects to Lin Wan, Hua Zhi told Lin Wan that she had made up her mind and would never be alone again. Gu Yanxi also expressed in front of Lin Wan his determination to cherish every moment with Hua Zhi.

Hua Yizheng trusted Hua Zhi’s judgment and believed that under Gu Yanxi’s leadership, the Seven Constellations Bureau had changed for the better. Shao Yao was now the Princess of Hele, and even Shen Huan had to bow when he saw her. He was currently studying hard in preparation for the imperial exams. Shao Yao said that if two people wished to marry, mutual affection was enough—nothing else mattered. Chen Qing also began openly courting Bao Xia.

Hua Zhi decided to hold the wedding at the Hua residence in accordance with local customs, and Gu Yanxi did not object. On the wedding day, Gu Yanzhao arrived with the Regent’s seal to congratulate Gu Yanxi and Hua Zhi on their marriage. He invited Hua Zhi to enter the palace as Grand Mentor to guide him and even personally wove a love knot for them.

Gu Yanxi and Hua Zhi looked at the gift without speaking but shared a silent understanding. Hua Zhi said the court wouldn’t miss a Grand Mentor Hua, but between mountains and seas, the world would miss a Hua Zhi. Gu Yanxi gazed at Hua Zhi dotingly and said he would support her no matter what. Dressed in wedding attire, they walked hand in hand into the main hall.

Amid the blessings of family and friends, Gu Yanxi and Hua Zhi came before Hua Yizheng. After the traditional three bows and nine prostrations, the two were finally married. The Hua family’s business was flourishing. The Third Madam oversaw all operations. The money from Hua Qin’s household was managed by Ying Chun. The Second Madam and Concubine Qin were both busy with their respective careers and had no time to look after Bo Li.

Nian Qiu had begun teaching bookkeeping, Fu Dong managed the Zhiming Pavilion’s business, Manager Bai stayed home to care for the children, and Shen Huan devoted great effort to improving the drinks at Zhiming Pavilion, adding puppet shows to attract customers. Bao Xia lived happily, fed daily by Chen Qing. Zheng Zhi was soon to be transferred back to the capital, much to the Third Madam’s delight.

Hua Pingyang traveled the land with his wife and daughter, hoping to raise another girl like Zhi. Hua Yizheng’s books were printed and sold wildly across the city, all thanks to Hua Zhi’s fierce protection back then. The Third Madam no longer focused all her attention on Bo Li, instead caring more for the children in the orphanage. Concubine Qiu also did what she could at the school. Shao Yao delivered a letter from Hua Zhi to Gu Yanzhao. At that time, Gu Yanxi and Hua Zhi were sailing on the sea. Gu Yanxi said that no matter where Hua Zhi went, he was willing to go with her and see the world.

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