Ever Night Episode 44 Recap
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The High Priest, upon learning that Ning Que defeated Long Qing and killed Lin Ling in the badlands, decided to publicly declare Ning Que the Son of the Underworld Lord, aiming to turn the world against him. Despite Luo Kedi's concerns about the Sage and King Tang supporting Ning Que, the High Priest planned to use cultivator challenges as a cover to eliminate him.
The High Priest was also worried about Sangsang, who had been entrusted with the Golden Compass by Wei Guangming and possessed the purest Brilliance of Haotian. He decided to send the Priest of Oracle to bring Sangsang back to West Hill, preventing Wei Guangming's successor from remaining in the mortal world. Shangguan Yangyu, unwilling to be manipulated by Wang Jinglue, secretly reported to King Tang, who decided to observe the situation.
Shangguan Yangyu then feigned illness to avoid further involvement in Sangsang's case, but Wang Jinglue ordered him to be brought in for Sangsang's interrogation. Wang Jinglue attempted to pressure Sangsang into revealing her relationship with Wei Guangming, but she refused to speak. He Mingchi arrived, claiming to be sent by State Preceptor Li Qingshan, and forced Wang Jinglue to leave the cell.
He Mingchi questioned Sangsang about any items left by Wei Guangming and Yan Se, emphasizing their importance to the safety of State Tang and the entire world. Sangsang showed him the Golden Compass, prompting He Mingchi to apologize for his earlier behavior. He then inquired about a Tao sword or a "formation key" left by Yan Se, which Sangsang denied knowing.
He Mingchi was secretly acting under orders from the Hierarch of the West Shrine to acquire the formation key, crucial for breaking Yan Se's God-Startling Formation. He Mingchi warned Wang Jinglue to treat Sangsang with respect before leaving, Wang Jinglue became curious about Sangsang's identity after witnessing He Mingchi's change in attitude. Shangguan Yangyu, still fearing Wang Jinglue, had Tie Ying injure him so he could take sick leave.
Li Yu, upon hearing of Sangsang's detention, appealed to King Tang for her release. However, King Tang had received a message from the Hierarch of the West Shrine requesting Sangsang's return to West Hill to inherit Wei Guangming's position. Li Yu wanted to wait for Ning Que's return before deciding. King Tang invited Li Yu to the Queen's Lantern Festival banquet, requesting she bring Xiao Man but not Li Hunyuan, which displeased Li Yu.
At the prison, Wang Jinglue prepared to torture Sangsang, but Pippi Chen arrived, intending to take Sangsang home. Pippi Chen swiftly defeated Wang Jinglue with his Finger of Original Simplicity, revealing himself as Mr. Twelve of the Academy. He dismissed Wang Jinglue's objections, knocked out the guards, and left with Sangsang. Wang Jinglue reported the incident to General Xu Shi, who decided to observe the situation. Ye Hongyu, back at Peach Hill, met Luo Kedi, who noticed her weakened state.
Ye Hongyu reported to the High Priest that her cultivation had dropped. The High Priest accused her of failing to retrieve the Scroll "Ming" of the Almighty Book, neglecting Long Qing, and letting Ning Que escape. Ye Hongyu defended herself, stating the High Priest's information about the scroll was wrong, Long Qing deserved his fate, and Ning Que had done nothing wrong. She explained she was injured by Lian Sheng, forcing her to lower her cultivation to survive.
The High Priest mocked her and ordered her to copy dossiers as punishment. Luo Kedi revealed his plan to incite Master Qishan by informing him that Ning Que destroyed Long Qing's Aperture Qihai and Aperture Xueshan, leading Qishan's disciple, Guanghai, to challenge Ning Que. King Tang expressed concerns about his health and his wish to discuss succession with his Sixth Prince. Queen Xia Tian interrupted him, urging him to focus on his health and take his medicine.
After leaving the palace, Li Yu learned from Huashan Yue that Pippi Chen rescued Sangsang. Li Yu, wanting to undermine Xia Tian, saw an opportunity. Knowing General Xu Shi disliked Xia Tian, she believed securing the Academy's support would guarantee her success. Li Yu decided to bring Sangsang to the Lantern Festival banquet, instructing Huashan Yue to make arrangements.
On the day of the Lantern Festival, Queen Xia Tian hosted the imperial harem banquet, attended by wives and families of officials. Li Yu arrived with Sangsang and Xiao Man. The madams gossiped about Sangsang's identity. Li Yu shamed Madam Zeng, whose aunt was the original Madam Zeng, referencing her tragic death. Madam Zeng defended herself, stating her aunt was responsible for her own fate and revealing she and her husband lost their child because of the former madam.
Queen Xia Tian intervened, inviting everyone to enjoy the Golden Crisp and drinks. Sangsang wandered into the imperial garden, followed by Madam Zeng, who inquired about Sangsang's birth year, discovering it matched her deceased daughter's. Madam Zeng shared her grief, and Sangsang comforted her. Li Yu arrived to take Sangsang home, but Madam Zeng unexpectedly offered to personally escort Sangsang back. Li Yu accepted, puzzled by the offer.
