General and I Episode 30 Recap
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Zhang Guifei secretly vowed that she would one day gain supreme power, ensuring all men who belittled her would perish without a burial site. She believed her current humiliation was a worthwhile sacrifice, accepting that without love, her interactions with others, whether the Emperor or commoners, were merely transactions using her beauty as currency.
In Bailan, He Xia ordered the city walls to be reinforced, adding five inches to their height and seven inches to their thickness, aiming to make them the strongest in the world. Once completed, he brought Princess Yaotian to inspect the impressive fortifications. Yaotian praised his efforts, noting the well-trained Bailan army practicing outside.
She invited ministers to witness their might, observing how He Xia had expanded the army fivefold in a short period and gained immense prestige due to his martial prowess, with soldiers now following his every command. Prime Minister Gui, however, remained skeptical, dismissing He Xia's display as mere self-aggrandizement. Back in Jin State, the "mulberry silkworm disorder" caused unrest across various regions, with the military lacking strong leadership and generals at odds.
Faced with these challenges, Sima Hong suddenly missed Prince Zhenbei. He confided in Grand Marshal Xie, asking if it was possible to invite Chu Beijie back to the imperial court to manage state affairs. Grand Marshal Xie eagerly volunteered to personally visit Chu Beijie at his secluded residence in the Eastern Mountains. Meanwhile, Chu Beijie and Bai Pingting were enjoying a peaceful, idyllic life.
Pingting repeatedly sought reassurance from Chu Beijie, asking if she would always be the Pingting he cherished, no matter what she did. He patiently affirmed his unending love and devotion. One evening, Pingting felt nauseous and began vomiting. Alarmed, Chu Beijie rushed to get Zui Ju the next morning to check Pingting's pulse, constantly cautioning Zui Ju about the medicine's potency, much to Zui Ju's frustration.
Zui Ju later playfully remarked to Pingting that if she didn't get well soon, Chu Beijie would need medicine too, noting their affectionate display. While Zui Ju was checking Pingting, Chu Moran arrived to announce Grand Marshal Xie's unexpected visit. Upon entering his study, Chu Beijie found Grand Marshal Xie, who read an imperial decree from King Sima Hong. The decree appointed Chu Beijie as Prince Regent, granting him the surname Sima, placing him on par with the royal family.
Chu Beijie was stunned. Grand Marshal Xie knelt, pleading for Chu Beijie to emerge from seclusion and rescue Jin State from its dire crisis. Though deeply reluctant, Chu Beijie accepted the decree, asking for time to consider. Zui Ju confirmed Pingting's suspicion: she was pregnant. Zui Ju excitedly declared that she would now be solely responsible for Pingting's diet and daily life, forbidding sad music or late-night stargazing due to the pregnancy.
Aware of Grand Marshal Xie's visit, Pingting sensed trouble. Seeing Chu Beijie's troubled expression after Grand Marshal Xie departed, she understood the gravity of the situation. When Chu Beijie inquired about Zui Ju's diagnosis, Pingting deliberately concealed her pregnancy, claiming it was just a slight cold that medicine would cure. She did not want the news of their child to influence Chu Beijie's critical decisions.
Chu Beijie then unexpectedly proposed an earlier departure for the regions beyond the Great Wall, setting off in three days. Despite her surprise, Pingting agreed. That night, Chu Beijie urgently drafted a letter and instructed Chu Moran to deliver it swiftly to the capital. Meanwhile, in Bailan, Yaotian informed He Xia of the news from Jin State: Sima Hong was attempting to bring Chu Beijie out of retirement.
She admitted she lacked confidence in persuading the Prime Minister to deploy troops if Chu Beijie became involved, as the opponent would be too formidable. He Xia countered that if one particular person could be convinced to pledge allegiance to Bailan, Chu Beijie's defeat would be certain. Yaotian understood he was referring to Bai Pingting. She encouraged him to act on his plans, assuring him of her full support within the Bailan imperial court.
Back in Jin State, Grand Marshal Xie reported to Sima Hong the terrible news: He Xia, Bailan's Prince Consort and Generalissimo of the Flying Cavalry, was leading a three hundred thousand-strong army towards the Jin-Bailan border, putting Jin State in grave danger. Grand Marshal Xie then presented Chu Beijie's resignation letter, stating Chu Beijie's firm resolve to remain in seclusion and requesting the King not to force him. At this critical juncture, Zhang Guifei appeared.
She volunteered to personally persuade Prince Zhenbei to return to the imperial court on behalf of Jin State. Sima Hong granted her request, promising that if she succeeded, she would regain authority to manage the imperial harem. Chu Beijie, accompanied by Pingting and their retinue, embarked on their journey towards the regions beyond the Great Wall, bringing along Pingting's beloved zither, a token of their love. Along the way, they heard children singing.
It was Zhang Guifei, leading a group of orphans from the Jin-Liang War. She claimed to be bringing them along to accumulate blessings for her unborn child, teaching them to read, write, and conduct themselves. Chu Beijie was visibly moved by this sight.
