Ever Night Episode 49 Recap, Plot

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Sang Sang, upon learning of Ning Que's severe injuries, rushed back to their home at the House of Calligraphy, disregarding her parents' attempts to stop her. Later, Ning Que awoke feeling weak, but the aroma of beef egg congee prompted him to go downstairs. He found Sang Sang cooking for him, and she gently chided him for drinking excessively, to which he promised to abstain.

The Emperor of Tang, aware of Ning Que and Sang Sang's mutual affection, decided to bestow a marriage upon them with Empress Xia Tian's support. Meanwhile, Sang Sang finished the congee, and as they shared it, she revealed two miniature paintings symbolizing his newly clear vision: "The autumn breeze on the lake" and "The shadows you left at the aisle."

At the same time, Mo Shanshan packed her belongings and departed the capital with her Mochi Garden disciples, ending her relationship with Ning Que. She recalled their shared experiences and confessed to herself that she liked him. Ning Que received a letter from Mo Shanshan, expressing her emotions and farewell. She wrote of the distance separating them and her hope for a future reunion. As Ning Que read her words, Sang Sang silently observed him.

Simultaneously, Dao Shi's body was transported back to the White Pagoda, where his master, Qu Ni, grieved, vowing revenge. Learning that Dao Shi had used his most powerful technique, the Tianqing Palm, and still perished, Qu Ni concluded that Ning Que had entered Qi Deviation and dispatched a messenger to summon Great Master Bao Shu from the Xuan Kong Temple.

Upon his return to the Academy, the Sage sought out Pippi Chen to inquire about Ning Que's victory over Dao Shi, particularly concerning Ning Que's potential Qi Deviation. Meanwhile, Ning Que, accompanied by Sang Sang, visited the Grand Secretary's Mansion to apologize to the Zeng Jing couple. Lord Zeng refused to allow Sang Sang to follow Ning Que again, but Sang Sang insisted it was her choice.

Ning Que stepped forward, promising not to interfere with their family reunions but stating his priority, that Sang Sang would only return for festivals and otherwise remain with him to manage his shop. Enraged, the Zeng Jing couple initially refused, but Sang Sang knelt, addressing them as "Father" and "Mother" for the first time, moving them to accept.

The Hierarch plotted to exploit Ning Que's presumed Qi Deviation, using Great Master Bao Shu's potential testimony to launch a crusade against the Academy and State Tang. He also planned to involve the South Jin Sword Pavilion by exploiting Liu Yiqing's ambition and instructed his subordinate to monitor Liu Yiqing.

Concurrently, an envoy from Yuelun State demanded an explanation from the Emperor of Tang for Dao Shi's death, but the Emperor dismissed their complaint, asserting that Dao Shi had provoked the challenge and Ning Que had acted within Tang law. After the envoy's departure, State Preceptor Liqing Shan expressed concern, but the Emperor remained confident that the Sage's return would ensure proper handling of the matter.

Liu Yiqing received a letter from the Jurisdiction of West Shrine, challenging him to confront Ning Que. Initially hesitant, he was provoked by an associate who claimed it was his opportunity to step out of Liu Bai's shadow. The associate tempted Liu Yiqing with Chao Xiaoshu's sword, assuring him it would guarantee Ning Que's acceptance and a "vicious battle" that would bring him honor. Liu Yiqing accepted the challenge.

Meanwhile, Ning Que was packing when Pippi Chen informed him that the Sage had returned and wished to see him. Ning Que, nervous, wanted to prepare himself, but Pippi Chen dragged him towards the back hill. Ning Que arrived at the back hill to find the Sage surrounded by his senior disciples.

He knelt respectfully, recognizing the Sage as his former drinking companion and panicking, remembering how he had drunkenly boasted about killing Dao Shi and revealing his alleged Qi Deviation. He nervously apologized, but the Sage admitted he "loves to haggle." The Sage formally acknowledged Ning Que as his student, praising his ability to pass the back hill trials but reprimanding him for his reckless behavior and acceptance of Dao Shi's challenge.

Citing Ning Que's "mind" problems, the Sage postponed his Master Ceremony and punished him with an indefinite retreat to the Confessing Cliff for self-reflection. The Sage's disciples prepared a welcome feast, where Pippi Chen presented his "Roast eel cake." The disciples pleaded with the Sage to ease Ning Que's punishment. Li Manman expressed concern that Ning Que might never comprehend the lesson.

The Sage explained that Ning Que had comprehended the Qi of Magnanimous, making him a successor to Ke Haoran, and desired Ning Que to face similar trials to master it, as it was indistinguishable from Qi Deviation to outsiders. He revealed his intention for Ning Que to become the Universe Traveler for the second floor, but the other disciples voiced objections due to Ning Que's lower cultivation level, fearing he would bring shame to the Academy.

However, the Sage's decision remained unyielding. Sang Sang packed Ning Que's belongings, distressed over his impending suffering. Ning Que tried to persuade her to return to the Grand Secretary's Mansion if he were gone for an extended period, speculating that his punishment might be related to Ke Haoran's Qi of Magnanimous, rather than his rumored identity as the Son of Lord of the Deceased. Sang Sang refused to leave him, insisting she would stay by his side.

Simultaneously, Great Master Bao Shu performed a ritual over Dao Shi's corpse, sensing a "cloud of black air" but cautiously stating it was insufficient evidence to confirm Ning Que's Qi Deviation. Qu Ni interpreted this as confirmation and pressed Bao Shu to publicly announce it. Bao Shu deflected, claiming he "can't see clearly" and advising her to let the matter rest.

Enraged, Qu Ni threatened to appeal to Great Master Qi Nian, the Universe Traveler of Xuan Kong Temple, vowing to expose Ning Que's supposed Qi Deviation to the world. Sang Sang accompanied Ning Que to the Confessing Cliff, where the Sage and Li Manman awaited. Ning Que, bewildered by the cave's simple appearance, expressed his fear of being trapped for an unknown duration and separated from Sang Sang or the familiar comforts of the world.

He questioned the reason for his confinement. The Sage stated that entering was Ning Que's choice. As Ning Que stepped inside, the Sage established a powerful ban at the cave entrance, and Sang Sang confirmed that if Ning Que failed to comprehend his lesson, he would never be able to leave.

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