Court Lady Episode 55 (Ending) Recap
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When Sheng Chumu arrived at the main hall with his men, Yan Zifang had already rescued the assembled ministers. It was revealed that Sheng Chumu had recruited Yan Zifang, leveraging his knowledge of Lu Yingying's whereabouts. Their supposed fall from the mountain villa cliff was an elaborate act designed to deceive Fushui. Fushui, enraged by the deception, engaged them in battle.
Amidst the chaos, Sheng Chumu inquired about Fu Rou's whereabouts, and Yan Zifang informed him that she had been captured by Yu He, though her exact location was unknown. Seeing the tide turn, Fushui fled. Yan Zifang urged Sheng Chumu to pursue Fushui while he remained to control the remaining rebel forces. After eliminating the rebels, Yan Zifang departed the palace. Meanwhile, Princess Xin Nan, who had faked her death, joyfully embraced Sheng Chuling, relieved that he was safe.
In the Tai Ji Hall, the Emperor received a secret letter confirming Lu Yunj's defiance of the imperial decree and his escape to Dacang Mountain. Prince Zhou expressed concern, but the Emperor remained unperturbed, confident that Lu Yunj would not pass Dacang Mountain. True to the Emperor's words, Lu Yunj and Lu Qi were intercepted by Sheng Xiaojing and the Tang army at the narrow pass of Dacang Mountain.
The Emperor had anticipated Lu Yunj's betrayal, especially after Lu Yunj killed Du Ning, a Ministry of Revenue administrator sent by the Emperor. Sheng Xiaojing had been secretly given an imperial decree, serving as the Emperor's ultimate weapon. Faced with no escape and determined to save his son, Lu Yunj swallowed his pride and knelt, surrendering to Sheng Xiaojing. Lu Qi, seeing his father and their soldiers kneel, also surrendered.
Sheng Chumu caught up with Fushui, and a fierce fight ensued. Fushui was gravely injured, but his subordinates shielded him, allowing him to launch a sneak attack. However, his weapon failed to penetrate Sheng Chumu's armor. It was revealed that Fu Rou had given Sheng Chumu the gold-threaded celestial armor, which the Late Empress had originally bestowed upon her. Fushui, despite his defeat, taunted Sheng Chumu, claiming he couldn't even protect his own woman.
A sense of unease washed over Sheng Chumu, and he furiously demanded to know Fu Rou's location. Fushui cryptically gestured towards a direction, and Sheng Chumu, forgetting Fushui, rushed to find Fu Rou. Sheng Chumu found Fu Rou lying unconscious in a room, having been forced to drink poisoned wine prepared by Yu He. Overwhelmed with despair, Sheng Chumu knelt beside her, weeping. After a moment, Fu Rou unexpectedly stirred and woke up. Sheng Chumu was overjoyed, embracing her tightly.
It was then revealed that Yang Bai had secretly swapped the poisoned wine with a fainting drug, thus saving Fu Rou's life. Following the suppression of the rebellion, the Emperor convened court to address the crimes of Lu Yunj and Lu Qi. Lu Yunj confessed his guilt, acknowledging his arrogance and greed, but pleaded for the lives of his son and daughter. Lu Qi, in turn, begged for his father's life, each vying to take the blame.
Sheng Xiaojing spoke in Lu Yunj's defense, highlighting his peaceful surrender when confronted with the imperial decree. After careful consideration, the Emperor decreed that Lu Qi would be spared death but exiled to Lingnan. However, Lu Yunj's crimes were deemed unforgivable, and despite his personal grief, the Emperor ordered Lu Yunj's execution.
During this time, Concubine Qiao was elevated to Consort Qiao for her meritorious service in protecting Princess Xin Nan, and Lady of Treasure was promoted to Lady of Bright Beauty for her loyalty. Prince Qin, having returned to the palace, first paid his respects to the Emperor and requested a reward for Xiao Lu, who had assisted him. Xiao Lu, however, credited Fu Rou for all the arrangements.
The Emperor affirmed that the Great Tang Empire stood on the principle of clear rewards and punishments. Sheng Chumu was promoted, and Sheng Chuling was granted marriage to Princess Xin Nan. Prince Han was also released and appointed Prince of Qibei County. Despite calls from many ministers for the Crown Prince's execution, Fu Rou presented "Female Rules," a book personally written by the Late Empress.
Reminded of his promise to his late wife, the Emperor commuted the Crown Prince's death sentence to exile in Jinzhou. Subsequently, Prince Qin was formally instated as the new Crown Prince and presented with the imperial seal. Later, Fu Rou encountered Yang Bai, who was being escorted by guards. She thanked him for saving her life by switching the poisoned wine, and Yang Bai explained he never intended to cause her death.
Fu Rou assured him that she had informed the Emperor of his benevolent act, which would likely aid in his disposition. While strolling with the Emperor, Fu Rou requested permission to leave the palace and marry Sheng Chumu. The Emperor playfully revealed that Sheng Chumu had been relentlessly begging for the same permission. Granting their wish, the Emperor relieved Fu Rou of her Court Lady position and allowed her to depart the palace.
As a special gesture, he decreed that Fu Rou and Princess Xin Nan would hold their weddings on the same day, bringing double happiness to the Duke of Lu State manor. Fu Rou gratefully accepted the imperial grace. The Duke of Lu State manor buzzed with activity, celebrating the double weddings of Sheng Chumu and Fu Rou, and Sheng Chuling and Princess Xin Nan.
Sheng Chuling and Princess Xin Nan's union was boisterous and lively, while Sheng Chumu and Fu Rou's wedding night was more intimate and tender. Sheng Xiaojing and his wife, observing the joyous occasion, lamented that Sheng Chujun was not alive to witness his brothers' happiness, recalling his affection for Second Young Lady Sun. Meanwhile, Yan Zifang brought Lu Yingying aboard his ship. She vehemently expressed her unforgiveness, accusing him of being a despicable villain.
Yan Zifang, embracing his bandit nature, admitted to his actions and revealed that he had stolen the Emperor's treasure map during his time as an imperial guard. He announced to his crew that they were embarking on a treasure hunt. Despite Lu Yingying's anger, Yan Zifang stated his readiness to accept the consequences of his deeds, be they good or bad. With that, they set sail.
