Eternal Love Episode 16 Recap, Plot

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Princess Yan Zhi arrived at the Land of Extreme Coldness with Li Jing's commanding seal to rescue her elder brother, Li Yuan, who initially suspected she was sent to kill him. Yan Zhi reassured him she was there to help him escape. Upon learning of Li Yuan's escape, Li Jing was enraged, scolding Xuan Nü for carelessly giving his commanding seal to Yan Zhi.

He expressed fear that Li Yuan, whose mother was from the Merpeople Tribe, would flee to the Long Sea and instigate a rebellion, threatening to hold Xuan Nü responsible if the Winged Realm descended into chaos. Li Jing immediately dispatched guards to pursue and capture Li Yuan, emphasizing the need for secrecy, especially from the Nine Heavens.

Meanwhile, after Lian Song helped Ye Hua slip away to the mortal realm, he complained about having to run all the way due to restrictions on riding clouds. Ye Hua confirmed that Su Jin was serving tea to the chieftains and urged Lian Song to hurry. Lian Song then ordered the guards to prevent anyone from entering the chamber without his permission. Unexpectedly, Su Jin returned prematurely, requesting an audience with the Crown Prince.

The guards, citing orders, denied her entry. Inside, Lian Song panicked, realizing Su Jin's early return could expose Ye Hua's absence and lead to a report to the Heavenly Monarch. To avert suspicion, Lian Song extinguished the candle, signaling that Ye Hua was resting. Su Jin, acknowledging Ye Hua's preference for silence when displeased and interpreting the extinguished candle as a sign to leave, departed after instructing the guards to remain vigilant.

Lian Song mused that this was merely a temporary fix, as Ye Hua couldn't remain confined indefinitely. Upon returning to the mortal realm, Ye Hua found Su Su missing from their cottage and located her asleep in the bamboo forest, clutching the bow he had left behind.

Upon waking, Su Su was overcome with emotion, embracing Ye Hua and tearfully asking why he had been gone for half a year without a word and if his life had been in danger. Ye Hua assured her it had not, prompting Su Su to chide him for his secrecy, which made her feel less like his wife.

He apologized, and when she playfully called him an introvert and urged him to say something sweet, he simply reiterated, "It's all my fault." Su Su fondly reminded him of their first meeting when he was covered in blood, but he dismissed it as an exception. Later, Ye Hua informed Su Su that he had to leave again, this time for "a year or two." Though disheartened, Su Su accepted it, promising to wait.

Ye Hua then presented her with a copper mirror, explaining that they could communicate through it, and he would respond if not busy. Su Su confessed her fear of him returning injured again and asked if he would still be with her if he had nothing. She playfully pointed out that his only possession when he arrived was a sword she used for chopping wood, implying her unconditional love. Ye Hua acknowledged her unwavering acceptance.

He then asked her to close her eyes, promised to return, and vanished, leaving Su Su calling out his name. Returning to the Heavenly Tribe's branch territory, Ye Hua explained to Lian Song that his visit had to be brief to avoid raising suspicion. After a night of deep deliberation, he informed Lian Song of his decision to fake his death.

He explained that while perilous, it was the most effective method to protect Su Su and ensure their relationship had a future, by making the Heavenly gods believe his soul had dissipated. He intended to stage this "death" publicly during the upcoming battle with the Merpeople Tribe, viewing it as a perfect opportunity to escape his duties. Lian Song, concerned, reminded Ye Hua of his status as Crown Prince and that faking his death meant abandoning the entire world.

Ye Hua, however, firmly declared that he chose Su Su over the crown prince position, stating that another could replace him, but if he did nothing, Su Su's existence would inevitably be discovered, leading to harsh consequences from the Heavenly Monarch. Lian Song finally understood the profound seriousness of Ye Hua's feelings.

Ye Hua concluded that as his final contribution to the Heavenly Monarch and the Heavenly Tribe, he would ensure troops were dispatched to pacify the Merpeople Tribe before his "demise." At a memorial ceremony, chieftains felt honored by Crown Prince Ye Hua's personal presence alongside Su Jin. During a subsequent banquet, many remarked on Ye Hua's striking resemblance to the venerable God of War, Mo Yuan, even praising his faster cultivation progress.

Ye Hua humbly acknowledged their sentiments, then subtly questioned their zeal for protecting the world, referencing Mo Yuan's past sacrifices. He claimed his visit was to strengthen their bond with the Heavenly Tribe, not just to request troops. The chieftains, however, deflected, asserting their loyalty while avoiding a commitment to fight.

Ye Hua directly addressed their lingering resentment over past leadership changes, which they denied, instead recounting their tribes' heavy sacrifices in previous wars, including the complete annihilation of Su Jin's tribe. Ye Hua acknowledged their heroism with a toast to the fallen, then appealed to their duty, recalling Mo Yuan's sacrifice for the realm. He earnestly requested their troops to pacify the Merpeople Tribe for the peace of the Four Seas.

Despite Ye Hua's impassioned plea, the chieftains remained hesitant, citing their tribes' discouragement from past conflicts. Seeing the chieftains' continued reluctance, Ye Hua subtly glanced at Su Jin. Understanding his unspoken cue, Su Jin stepped forward and passionately reminded the chieftains of her father and her entire tribe's ultimate sacrifice 70,000 years ago to protect the Heavenly Tribe and the world.

She urged them to cast aside past grievances and unite with Ye Hua to defend the realm, thereby honoring their ancestors. Her heartfelt appeal swayed the chieftains, who declared their trust in Ye Hua and their readiness to deploy troops. Ye Hua thanked them, promising to lead the charge and pacify the Merpeople in Long Sea within half a month. The chieftains then pledged their lives to follow him.

Following this, a general informed Ye Hua that the Long Sea Water Monarch's weak leadership and attempts to appease the Merpeople, including an intended marriage between a princess and the Merpeople leader, presented a significant obstacle. He suggested seeking assistance from Die Feng, Mo Yuan's eldest disciple, known for his past aid to Long Sea. Back in the Heavenly Palace, Ye Hua reported to the Heavenly Monarch and requested permission to go to Long Sea.

He explained his two objectives: to verify the rumors of the Long Sea Water Monarch's appeasement of the Merpeople and to observe their movements to find an opportune moment to initiate war. When the Heavenly Monarch expressed caution, Ye Hua argued for a swift, preemptive strike. The Heavenly Monarch granted permission but advised patience. Ye Hua then revealed his intention to go "undercover" to sever the ties between the Water Monarch and the Merpeople.

His strategy was to maneuver the Water Monarch into proactively requesting Heavenly troops, thereby providing a legitimate reason for intervention. The Heavenly Monarch commended Ye Hua's meticulous planning, acknowledging his own past hesitation to avoid appearing to usurp authority from other Water Monarchs, and approved the plan. Meanwhile, Feng Jiu, tipsy from eating fruit given by Cheng Yu, encountered Emperor Dong Hua in the Heavenly Palace. He noted her intoxication and questioned her about the fruit.

Feng Jiu, in her drunken state, stumbled into him and boldly confessed her profound love. Emperor Dong Hua calmly stated he already knew. Feng Jiu then expressed her interest in the views from Early Dawn Palace, his residence, but Emperor Dong Hua playfully dismissed himself as an "old man," advising her not to waste her time and suggesting Si Ming could show her around.

Feng Jiu disputed his age, but he reminded her of their immense age gap, stating her grandfather was not even married when he ruled. When she asked if he disliked her youth, he told her to sit quietly while he found maids to escort her home. Feng Jiu protested, fearing she would be scolded by the Crown Prince's cousin upon returning.

Observing from a distance, Si Ming commented to Cheng Yu that Feng Jiu's intoxicated honesty would surely charm the Emperor, predicting sparks between them. He then playfully suggested that Cheng Yu might have used a similar tactic to win over Lian Song in the past. Cheng Yu, however, reacted with clear annoyance at the mention of Lian Song.

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