Divine Destiny Episode 36 (Ending) Recap
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The Xixuan masters activated the Deity Sacrifice Formation, giving their lives to protect Ji Ruochen and Zhang Yinyin within a barrier. Ji Ruochen cried out in anguish to his departing masters, who entrusted him with the grave responsibility of saving the world. Enraged by High Immortal Taiyi's ruthlessness, Ji Ruochen sought to unleash his Blue Fire of Nine Hells, a move Zhang Yinyin warned would risk his possession.
Despite her own severe injuries and fading demon spirit, Zhang Yinyin bravely confronted High Immortal Taiyi, vowing that she would not allow him to return to the God Realm to harm the mortal world. High Immortal Taiyi scoffed at her defiance. As Zhang Yinyin's life ebbed away, she insisted that Ji Ruochen prioritize defeating High Immortal Taiyi to prevent misery from engulfing the Three Realms, then forcefully transferred her demon core into him to boost his power.
Ji Ruochen desperately pleaded with her to hold on, but Zhang Yinyin whispered that she had no regrets in this life, a sentiment Ji Ruochen tearfully echoed. While Ji Ruochen cradled Zhang Yinyin, her spirit seemed to reassure him that she would always be with him. High Immortal Taiyi, frustrated that his millennia-long plan was being thwarted by the "Demon King and the fox demon," continued his assault.
Just then, Yinfeng arrived, intercepting High Immortal Taiyi and expressing his condolences to the grief-stricken Ji Ruochen. Consumed by hatred for the one who had taken his masters and Zhang Yinyin, Ji Ruochen gathered his immense power, secretly bolstered by Zhang Yinyin's lingering spiritual protection, to strike a devastating blow that brought High Immortal Taiyi to his knees, severely wounded.
With High Immortal Taiyi defeated and the Three Realms finally peaceful, Ji Ruochen cradled Zhang Yinyin, refusing to accept her death. When Yinfeng offered condolences, Ji Ruochen fiercely denied Zhang Yinyin was gone, reminding Yinfeng of her promise to open an inn and grow flowers and vegetables with him in the desert.
Determined to save her, Ji Ruochen resolved to use his Blue Fire of Nine Hells to heal Zhang Yinyin, stating that as long as there was hope, he would not give up. He whispered that if only one of them could live, it had to be her. Strange lights enveloped Zhang Yinyin as her injuries visibly healed, but Ji Ruochen suffered a severe backlash, collapsing beside her. Zhang Yinyin eventually awakened, disoriented but alive.
Yinfeng explained that Ji Ruochen had sacrificed all his Blue Fire of Nine Hells to revive her. Overwhelmed with emotion, Zhang Yinyin frantically tried to transfer the Blue Fire of Nine Hells back, declaring she was not afraid of death and only wanted Ji Ruochen to live. Yinfeng revealed that Ji Ruochen had wanted her to survive, which only intensified Zhang Yinyin's anguish, as she struggled with the thought of living alone with their shared memories.
Ji Ruochen then stirred, playfully complaining that she was pressing down on him too hard, much to Zhang Yinyin's profound relief. Ji Ruochen and Zhang Yinyin, having overcome their trials, found peace. Ji Ruochen expressed relief that everything was finally over and the Three Realms were tranquil, and that they could now return to Xixuan Mountains.
Yinfeng reflected on his past obsession with "deity fate" with Qing, realizing that while it seemed long, it was ultimately a mirage, unlike the genuine "mortal fate" shared by Ji Ruochen and Zhang Yinyin, which was "one glance lasts ten thousand years." He blessed their happiness, stating that returning to the mortal world with such a profound bond was a great fortune.
As Ji Ruochen and Zhang Yinyin prepared to return to Xixuan, they bid farewell to Yinfeng, who was then surprised by the arrival of the Great Heavenly Demon, Mr. Ji, who congratulated Yinfeng on his spiritual growth. Yinfeng recognized him from the past, and Mr. Ji explained that High Immortal Taiyi had destroyed their clan's original homeland and imprisoned him.
To find the Blue Fire of Nine Hells and a way to defeat High Immortal Taiyi, he had relied on Bluestone God's assistance to break free, unintentionally causing Yinfeng and Qing to be banished to the mortal realm. He expressed his gratitude for their indirect role in his clan's liberation. Yinfeng then stated he would not return to the God Realm, finding it no different from the mortal world, filled with greed and obsession.
He believed he could not comprehend the Heavenly Path there, but rather, that the "barren land" could train one to be powerful. Mr. Ji then congratulated Yinfeng for realizing the Tao. Ji Ruochen and Zhang Yinyin returned to Xixuan Mountains. After paying their respects at the memorial tablets of Hierarch Ziyang and other Zhenren, they reunited with fellow disciples like Senior Qiushui and Shi Ji.
Ji Ruochen initially believed he was responsible for rejuvenating Xixuan Sect, but he learned from Senior Bingxian that Master Ziyang had left a secret scroll indicating the next Hierarch. Upon opening the scroll, it revealed Ji Bingxian as the chosen successor. Everyone agreed, acknowledging her bravery and resourcefulness. Ji Ruochen then reiterated his desire to open an inn in the desert and live freely, with Zhang Yinyin happily agreeing to follow him.
Before they could leave, Zhang Yinyin's parents arrived with an extensive dowry, including "tacky precious metal," embroidered blankets, and even several bellybands, cotton hats, and cotton clothes meticulously prepared by her mother for future grandchildren. Zhang Yinyin's mother gently chided them for their hasty marriage in Nine Hells without a formal ceremony but insisted they now offer tea as a sign of respect. Ji Ruochen eagerly agreed, playfully blaming Zhang Yinyin for his delay in formally addressing her parents.
A disciple, Ms. Huang, then suggested they also have wedding chamber antics, a proposal Ji Ruochen readily accepted, now addressing Senior Bingxian as Hierarch. To honor their parents and formalize their union, Ji Ruochen and Zhang Yinyin proceeded with a wedding at the Xixuan Sect. Their fellow disciples, including Senior Qiushui and Shi Ji, excitedly prepared the wedding chamber for them. While the wedding celebrations were underway, Xuanzhen, who had served as a protector, conversed with Hierarch Ji Bingxian.
She questioned why he continued to hide and reminded him of his honorable contributions to Xixuan Sect, urging him not to sequester himself in the back mountain. Xuanzhen, however, stated that as the new "Faceless Man," he was obligated to remain there, offering his service for any challenging tasks the sect might need.
When Bingxian asked if he was truly willing to stay there forever, Xuanzhen affirmed his dedication, stating that protecting the Xixuan Mountains and her in this manner would bring him lifelong satisfaction. After their wedding, Ji Ruochen and Zhang Yinyin finally realized their long-held dream of opening an inn in the desert.
They often bantered playfully with their friends, Old Zhang and Huaniang, celebrating the new era of peace that allowed them to finally run a business without fear of constant relocation and destruction. Ji Ruochen jokingly complained about his wife's nagging, while others teased him about being "afraid of his wife" and reminded him to pay his tab.
Meanwhile, Senior Bingxian diligently served as Hierarch of Xixuan Sect, working alongside Xuanzhen, who remained secluded in the back mountain as the sect's silent guardian. Senior Qiushui and Shi Ji had also settled down and started a family. Sometime later, Ji Ruochen and Zhang Yinyin welcomed a child. Mr. Ji, the former Great Heavenly Demon, visited their inn, and they discussed Qingyi, who, after the great battle, had finally realized the Tao, transforming back into a snake to cultivate intensively.
As a new guest arrived, seeking lodging on his way to the "majestic Xixuan" to learn, Ji Ruochen, with his child in his arms, invited him to join their cheerful group, witnessing how the sect's legacy continued through a new generation of disciples, reminiscent of his own past self.
