Destiny of Love Episode 9 Recap
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When Fu Chengjin saw Qiao Manman’s condition, he carefully sniffed the medicine bowl and immediately realized he had been drugged. Bilian’s true identity was exposed, and in fear, she tried to flee during the night. The spy Fu Yunnuo had placed by Fu Chengjin’s side immediately delivered the news. It was clear that Bilian could no longer stay in the prince’s residence. Fu Yunnuo stood by watching coldly, ready to enjoy the drama.
The next day, Fu Chengjin took Qiao Manman to the palace to see the Emperor and reported that Bilian had drugged his medicine. Knowing she was in the wrong, Bilian hurried to offer atonement by claiming that, based on her recent observations in the residence, the princess consort was not a true physician—she couldn’t even grasp basic medicinal cooking proportions. Bilian’s words sent a chill down Qiao Manman’s spine.
Indeed, she was a fraud to begin with, how could she possibly distinguish the properties of medicinal herbs? The Emperor was shocked and immediately summoned the imperial physician to verify the claim. Fu Chengjin was also extremely nervous but tried to remain composed, urging the Emperor to consider carefully. He reported that he spent every day with Qiao Manman and could vouch for her knowledge of acupuncture and medicine.
However, the imperial consort pressed aggressively, insisting the imperial physician test her with a few medical problems. The imperial physician arrived at the main hall and brought in several patients, instructing Qiao Manman to take their pulses and diagnose their illnesses, followed by prescribing treatment. Qiao Manman acted the part, and with her sharp mind and keen observations, she actually managed to correctly identify each person’s condition. The consort was still not satisfied and wanted to continue testing her.
When Fu Yunnuo heard that his mother was giving Qiao Manman a hard time, he rushed over and, in front of the Emperor, stated that Qiao Manman’s medical skills were exceptional and that she had once cured the consort’s chronic headaches. With Fu Yunnuo’s support, the consort dropped the matter. The Emperor was curious about what method Qiao Manman had used to cure the consort’s headaches. Qiao Manman stammered, giving a vague and mystical explanation.
The nearby imperial physician, fascinated, couldn’t help but ask, “Could it have been Zhu You Shu? ” Qiao Manman had no idea what Zhu You Shu was, but given the urgent situation, she had no choice but to play along and quickly nodded, confirming it was indeed Zhu You Shu. The Emperor remained skeptical, but since Qiao Manman apparently even understood such mystical healing techniques, he immediately ordered that she be given half a month.
If Fu Chengjin still couldn’t walk by then, she would be severely punished. Fu Chengjin, standing to the side, broke into a cold sweat. Thankfully, the Emperor had given Qiao Manman a chance. As long as he could walk by then, everything would be fine. But the guard Jiu Feng believed it was dangerous for Fu Chengjin.
They had gone to great lengths to maintain this deception for years, intending to stay safe, but unexpectedly, it seemed he had fallen under the spell of a woman. Qiao Manman, unwilling to be punished by the Emperor, hurried to Wan Shi Zhai to consult her uncle about what Zhu You Shu actually was. Her uncle explained the folklore surrounding it—how it was mysterious, formless, without any clear rules, and not even a proper lineage to follow.
Qiao Manman became even more disheartened. How could she possibly master such an elusive method, let alone use it to heal Fu Chengjin’s legs? Her uncle encouraged her to have confidence. As the saying goes, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way. ” As long as she was willing to try, there was still a chance. Qiao Manman had no choice but to steel herself for the challenge.
Every day, she repeated hypnotic suggestions and psychological affirmations to Fu Chengjin, again and again, never giving up. Fu Chengjin saw all this. Qiao Manman was so exhausted that she eventually fell asleep slumped over a chair. Fu Chengjin gently woke her and told her to go back and rest. He then asked, if he were to spend the rest of his life in a wheelchair, would she stay with him? Fu Chengjin’s gaze moved Qiao Manman deeply.
His complete trust made her blush. Qiao Manman solemnly assured him that she would definitely cure his legs. After that, she continued to study treatments for leg disorders.
