Resumen del episodio 25 de Royal Nirvana
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Young master Zhang Shaoyun, who had been inquiring about purchasing Fan horses, was at a horse betting event when he was approached by a man who claimed to have overheard his inquiries. The man explained that he was connected to Fan horse sellers and always had such horses available, despite the government's strict scrutiny. Zhang Shaoyun, convinced, went with the man and selected a horse he liked, intending to present it to Xiao Dingquan.
Xiao Dingquan tried the newly acquired horse, remarking that it looked "exactly the same" as his own royal horse, so much so that "even the horse's mom can't recognize it." Zhang Shaoyun, feeling proud, was gently rebuked by the Crown Princess, who told him, "Finally you can do it well. But you can't show off because of it."
When asked by Xiao Dingquan where he got the horse, Zhang Shaoyun vaguely claimed to have "borrowed it from a friend," implying his gambling acquaintances. Xiao Dingquan then invited the Crown Princess to ride with him to test the horse's weight-bearing capacity, but she, claiming she "can't ride a horse" and being timid, insisted that Maid Gu (Lu Wenxi) go in her stead. On horseback, with Xiao Dingquan holding her, he noticed her fear, asking, "You are afraid of me."
He then abruptly dismounted, leaving Lu Wenxi to control the horse alone. She deftly managed the situation, drawing comments from maids who were surprised, saying, "Maid Gu, you said you can't ride a horse right? But actually you are such a good horserider." Lu Wenxi, feeling awkward, explained that she had "played polo several times in the palace" and suggested the horse still needed taming before they went back. Xiao Dingquan then inquired about her well-being.
When Zhang Shaoyun went to pay for the horse, the sellers revealed their scheme, demanding far more than initially agreed. They claimed the initial quote was based on a different "horse race in casino" rule and now demanded 30 Guan for the single horse. They then held him accountable for "reserving" ten other horses, demanding a total of 300 Guan. When Zhang Shaoyun tried to flee, the sellers threatened to take him to the Crown Prince's palace.
Fearing his brother-in-law's anger, Zhang Shaoyun was forced to sign an IOU. He then tearfully confided in the Crown Princess, who, frustrated by his lack of discretion, instructed Lu Wenxi to retrieve money from her makeup kit to pay the debt. Lu Wenxi, feeling the situation was suspicious, cautiously advised the Crown Princess to "reconsider" and perhaps inform Xiao Dingquan.
However, the Crown Princess, worried about her brother causing trouble for Xiao Dingquan, especially with the prince busy and the Dragon Boat Festival approaching, insisted on resolving the matter quietly, saying, "I only trust you." She then asked Lu Wenxi to accompany Zhang Shaoyun the next day to settle the debt and retrieve the IOU, reminding them not to tell Xiao Dingquan. Lu Wenxi, despite having other duties, agreed.
Later that night, Attendant Wang summoned Lu Wenxi to Xiao Dingquan's quarters, interrupting her thoughts. Xiao Dingquan, already aware of the situation, asked her directly, "Where have you been with Zhang?" Lu Wenxi, bound by her promise to the Crown Princess, responded, "I can't say it." Xiao Dingquan, unfazed, stated that he knew Zhang Shaoyun had received the money, implying his network of "informers everywhere in this palace." He then calmly inquired, "You advised my princess about this, why?"
Lu Wenxi candidly explained her concerns, stating, "I know a little about the court system. Dealing with horses is a felony. I am worried Zhang will damage your reputation." Xiao Dingquan, seemingly acknowledging her point, then pressed, "Since you know it, why don't you tell me?" Lu Wenxi asserted her loyalty, explaining, "My master is the princess. I will step over the line if I tell you behind the princess' back. It's a betrayal. So you will believe a betrayer?"
Xiao Dingquan then revealed his true reason for summoning her, stating, "You are right. But I don't believe you not because of this." He revealed that he had spoken with Minister Zhang, who confirmed he "didn't receive my letter on the night royal minister Lu was in trouble." Instead, the letter was found "in your place," having been "detained" by Lu Wenxi and not delivered.
When Lu Wenxi struggled to provide an explanation, Xiao Dingquan accused her, noting her unusual familiarity with "everything about the horse and horse trade" for a maid, and concluded she must have intended to "scheme royal minister Lu." He declared, "You want to murder royal minister Lu, I won't keep you. I can't trust my princess to people like you." He then ordered Attendant Wang to "send her back to the palace and leave it to Lady Jiang."
As Lu Wenxi was being dismissed by Attendant Wang, who told her to "pack up your things. You will leave early tomorrow," she saw her father, Lu Ying, entering Xiao Dingquan's chamber cloaked. Overcome with emotion and tears, she internally resolved, "I can't leave," vowing to stay and rescue her family and brother.
Inside, Xiao Dingquan began to question Lu Ying, acknowledging the national policy that "Fan horses exchanged by the official's tea will be used as war horses" and that some had previously entered the capital for the commander's and prince's personal use. Lu Ying clarified that "five years ago, the war began, and the emperor decreed that all new horses for imperial and local forces would come from the Central Plains," with "Fan horses sent to the front line."
Xiao Dingquan then asked about the origin of Fan horses in the central region, to which Lu Ying explained it was "smuggling," where individuals "avoid the government and smuggle tea to exchange for horses," which are then sold "in the central regions."
When Xiao Dingquan questioned if "severe punishment won't work," Lu Ying highlighted the immense profits, explaining that horses costing "4 or 5 Guan" through official tea exchange could be sold for "40 or 50 Guan" internally, making it impossible to stop. He then revealed that "it's all the courtiers and officials in the dark," which Xiao Dingquan confirmed.
Xiao Dingquan already suspected a wider conspiracy, commenting to Lu Ying about An Pingbo (Zhao Yong)'s ubiquitous profit-making schemes and noting, "An Pingbo is not alone. They have accomplices." He declared his intent to hold all responsible accountable, regardless of their powerful family connections, asserting, "Frontline soldiers are fighting hard. And these people are undermining the foundation of the country. So ridiculous. You should bring him into justice. Tomorrow you should catch him on the spot.
If you can make this happen, you will be a hero of our country." Meanwhile, Chancellor Li Baizhou and An Pingbo (Zhao Yong) had approached Prefect Zhou, with Li Baizhou pretending to be concerned about the recent incident at the market where "someone who dealt with Fan horses. . . hurt your constables." Prefect Zhou confirmed the incident and admitted to having found the culprit, but found it "a little tricky."
Li Baizhou then revealed the target: Zhang Shaoyun, urging Zhou to act. Though Zhao Yong questioned whether "Zhang Shaoyun is so valuable," Li Baizhou dismissed him as "worthless," clarifying, "I have said I would hit the yellow bird with him. It all depends on tomorrow morning." Unbeknownst to them, Xiao Dingquan was fully aware of their machinations, telling Lu Ying that this was a "mantis stalking the cicada" scenario, and their target was "not just Zhang Shaoyun."
He confessed that he had intentionally used "himself as bait" to draw them out, and "now he is in my trap." Lu Ying, concerned, warned him that "Fan horses are war horses" and advised against taking risks. Xiao Dingquan indicated that action would be taken "after the polo" and promised Lu Ying, "I will implore the emperor to give you the opportunity to atone for your crime," asking for Lu Ying's full cooperation in return.
Lu Ying readily agreed, deeming it his duty. Having overheard Xiao Dingquan's intentions to help her father, Lu Wenxi, tearful and determined, resolved to stay. The next morning, as a maid announced, "The carriage is waiting for you outside," Lu Wenxi was nowhere to be found. Maid Chen, who was supposed to attend Xiao Dingquan, was inexplicably still asleep, a rare occurrence.
When Xiao Dingquan questioned Lu Wenxi, she revealed her trick: she had "blackened the paper with ink and paste it on the window" and "drove some orioles away," making Maid Chen oversleep. Xiao Dingquan, intrigued, then asked if she had "figured it out" regarding her failure to deliver the letter.
Lu Wenxi confessed that she hadn't given the letter to Minister Zhang, not to harm her father or for the reasons Xiao Dingquan suspected, but because she believed "royal minister Lu is safe," and so she "didn't need to give him the letter." She then boldly declared that she didn't want to leave because she "used to love you very much." Xiao Dingquan skeptically remarked, "I thought only my opponent today would make you say so."
Lu Wenxi then pleaded to stay, promising, "I will be helpful to you. I am familiar with the horses and horse trade. I can help you even if I will bring you many troubles." She asked if he was unwilling to take the risk, highlighting her potential usefulness. Xiao Dingquan, however, dismissed her, stating, "A girl. Protect yourself well. Don't tell such lies if you are not sure. . .
I don't think you are eligible to stay here for another day." When Lu Wenxi declared her love, Xiao Dingquan, after a moment of intense scrutiny, waved away the surrounding maids. He then seized her neck, drawing her close as if to kiss her. Seeing her fear and resistance, he released her, coldly advising her, "A girl. Protect yourself well. Don't tell such lies if you are not sure." He then dismissed her, saying, "You go.
I'll take care of it." Just as Lu Wenxi left, the Crown Princess arrived outside, wondering why Xiao Dingquan was not yet ready to "go to the palace." Maid Chen also arrived, ready to assist Xiao Dingquan, casting a hostile glance at Lu Wenxi as she passed. The polo match commenced, with the Emperor and Xiao Dingquan competing energetically. Afterwards, Imperial Concubine Zhao subtly inquired about Jia Yibo (Gu Fengen), asking, "Why I can't see Jia Yibo today?
He usually follows you and makes trouble, is he still angry?" Xiao Dingquan directly informed the Emperor, "He left, your Majesty. I sent him away. I sent him the horse you gave me." He added that Imperial Concubine Zhao already "knows this, so we don't need to beat around the bush." The Emperor, first angered, questioned, "You gave your horse to him? So this is. . . You have gone against my decree. Why do you deceive me?"
Xiao Dingquan replied, "Your Majesty, I deceive you because of the traitor." Simultaneously, Zhang Shaoyun and Lu Wenxi arrived at the meeting spot to settle the debt. Zhang Shaoyun, seeing Lu Wenxi, joked, "My sister told you to follow me, right?" They found the sellers waiting. One seller expressed impatience, noting, "They are late." Another guard questioned "Why the maid?" but was told, "His Royal Highness ordered us to catch the seller. That's all."
Zhang Shaoyun asked where the horses were and why only one person was present. Lu Wenxi wanted to see the horses, and the seller offered to show her "just in the rear." Zhang Shaoyun instructed Lu Wenxi, "Don't move around before I come back."













