General and I Episode 54 Recap, Plot

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Upon reuniting with Bai Pingting, Chu Beijie was eager to know if she was still single, yet he feared the answer. Sensing his apprehension, Bai Pingting playfully told him she was no longer living alone. As Chu Beijie’s hopes began to wane, she clarified that the person she lived with was a three-year-old son named Changxiao, who was obedient, sensible, and thoughtful.

Chu Beijie was overjoyed at the revelation, vowing that he would never again allow them, mother and son, to be separated, no matter where they went. He affirmed that since their reunion, nothing else held greater importance to him than her and their son. As Bai Pingting helped Chu Beijie don the battle armor thoughtfully prepared by Thirteenth Lady Yan before her departure, she noticed he had grown thinner and the armor no longer fit perfectly.

Chu Beijie dismissed the ill-fitting armor, stating that if it wasn't suitable, he wouldn't wear it, as his priorities had shifted entirely since they reconnected. Bai Pingting, however, expressed her concerns about Great Jin, which was in dire straits with He Xia having attacked its capital, leaving chaos in his wake.

She worried that her past strained relationship with Great Jin's court officials and common people might tarnish Chu Beijie's reputation as Prince Zhenbei and hinder his efforts to restore the nation if she accompanied him. Chu Beijie silenced her worries with a kiss, telling her to set aside her concerns for country and family and her intelligence, and simply be his woman.

Despite her protests about unfinished tasks and letters, Chu Beijie picked her up, declaring that he would never allow her to escape or grieve alone again. He asserted that a wife follows her husband on military expeditions, and if they were to die, they would die together. News of the Prince Consort, He Xia, breaching Jiankang City and conquering Jin territories reached Bailan, leading to widespread anticipation of the world's unification.

However, many Bailan officials worried about a change in their kingdom's leadership. Princess Yaotian, addressing her anxious ministers, assured them that Bailan's royal bloodline would not be severed, nor would the kingdom change rulers. She asserted that she was clear-headed and had decided the moment He Xia arrived in Bailan that he would never ascend the throne, regardless of his future glory or popularity.

She firmly declared that only the child in her womb, the true bloodline of Bailan, would be the kingdom's future king. Meanwhile, in He Xia's camp outside Yun'an City, Fei Zhaoxing reported the city's internal divisions. He noted that ministers promoted by He Xia were preparing to celebrate his victory, while Princess Yaotian was secretly meeting with veteran court officials. Unable to ascertain the details due to tight palace security, Fei Zhaoxing suggested dealing with the "problem" of the Princess.

He Xia, however, dismissed the idea of rash action that might alarm his enemies. Instead, he ordered Fei Zhaoxing to meticulously monitor Princess Yaotian’s every move and identify her faction within the court, ready to act as circumstances dictated. Princess Yaotian, deeply troubled, sought out Feng Yin, the Prince Consort's attendant. She directly asked Feng Yin if she believed the Prince Consort would rebel. Feng Yin replied with a blunt "He will."

She explained that He Xia’s decision to keep his army stationed outside Yun'an City, rather than returning triumphantly after conquering Jin and Liang, clearly indicated his intention to seize military power and gauge Bailan's response. Feng Yin emphasized that He Xia's strategic mind and overwhelming popularity meant no one in the court could rival his power, and the common people were already singing his praises.

She stressed that the time for the Princess to make a firm decision was now, as the century-old foundation of Bailan rested on her choice. Feng Yin dismissed the idea of spousal love in such critical times, stating it could not compare to the kingdom's fate. In a private conversation, Dong Zhuo advised He Xia to rest after years of arduous campaigns, acknowledging the perilous path still ahead.

He expressed concern for Princess Yaotian, observing her deep affection for He Xia, especially now that Bai Pingting was no longer with them. He Xia, however, stated that he had no path of retreat. Every step had been taken for the honor of his Jing'an Royal House and the spirits of his parents. He vowed to continue forward without hesitation, promising not to harm the Princess as long as she did not act against him.

Dong Zhuo acknowledged that the world had changed, pledging his unwavering loyalty to He Xia, ready to live and die by his side. In the Great Liang army camp, General Ruo Han addressed his demoralized troops, asserting that He Xia had already swallowed Jin and was poised to conquer the world. He urged his soldiers to find a way to thwart He Xia's ambitions.

When a commander suggested surrendering due to their lack of soldiers, generals, and provisions, Ruo Han flew into a rage. He brutally executed the commander, vowing that anyone who spoke of surrender would suffer the same fate. As the soldiers murmured amongst themselves, questioning the wisdom of fighting He Xia's formidable army, General Ruo Han, despite his unwavering stance, found himself at a loss.

It was at this critical juncture that Bai Pingting arrived, shocking Ruo Han who believed her to be dead. After a brief discussion of the dire war situation, Ruo Han knelt, pleading for her to take command, reminding her of her past miracles in saving Great Liang. Bai Pingting agreed, though she expressed concern that her status as a "weak girl" might make it difficult to gain full conviction from the troops. Ruo Han assured her of their full support. Just as she was about to outline her strategy against He Xia, Chu Beijie himself entered the camp, a sight that invigorated the spirits of the weary Liang soldiers.

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