In the Name of Blossom Episode 2 Recap
> In the Name of Blossom Recap
One day, a man came into the Flower-Filled Shop claiming to see a doctor. Xiaochun was about to begin a consultation when she looked closely and realized it was her own father. He had always opposed Xiaochun practicing medicine, insisting that for a woman, lacking talent was a virtue and that marriage was the most important thing. Since her father refused to change his mind, Xiaochun no longer pleaded.
She firmly declared that she had no intention of marrying and, although a woman, she also wished to pursue a career of her own. Qin Liulang enjoyed being around He Weifang and often followed her like a little tagalong, never growing tired of it. Jiang Zhangyang clearly noticed Liulang’s little tricks. He hinted several times for Liulang to correct his behavior, but the more setbacks Liulang faced, the more determined he became.
During one outing, he desperately wanted to ride in the same carriage as He Weifang. When he heard Jiang Zhangyang insist that he ride a horse, he deliberately complained to He Weifang, saying Jiang Zhangyang was forcing him to ride. Jiang Zhangyang immediately told He Weifang the truth—it wasn’t as Liulang claimed. Realizing that Liulang was starting to stir up trouble, He Weifang solemnly reminded him that such behavior was unacceptable.
Liulang knew he was in the wrong and regretted his actions, but He Weifang gave him a graceful way out, and the matter was settled. Liu Chang disguised himself as a boatman and arranged a private meeting with He Weifang. When she saw it was Liu Chang, He Weifang turned to leave, but Liu Chang had bribed the boatman and locked the door.
Jiang Zhangyang was outside and knew He Weifang had come to see the boatman, but his sharp eyes noticed someone guarding the door and handing out generous tips—he immediately sensed something was off. He Weifang remained calm and composed, meeting Liu Chang’s gaze without arrogance or fear. She was no longer the timid peony of the past. Now, she had her own ambitions, her eyes full of determination, and she showed no inappropriate conduct.
Eventually, Liu Chang agreed to unlock the door. He Weifang rushed out, flustered, and ran right into Jiang Zhangyang at the door. He took her cold hand, fed her cherries, and deliberately gave her gifts to cheer her up. He Weifang was soon amused by him. This scene was witnessed by Liu Chang, who was filled with jealousy and, upon returning, ate a large amount of cherries out of frustration. Liu Chang’s unusual behavior drew his wife’s attention.
She quickly investigated his servants and learned from them that it was related to He Weifang. She then used her connections to slander He Weifang, claiming that the "Yunbin Elixir" sold in He Weifang’s shop had caused the death of Madam Wu of the Wu family. The victim’s family carried Madam Wu’s body to He Weifang’s shop, crying and wailing at the entrance. Officials also arrived.
With a human life involved, they immediately sealed off He Weifang’s shop and arrested both He Weifang and Xiaochun, throwing them into prison. The jailers tortured them. He Weifang shielded Xiaochun with her body, taking the lashes herself, and her back was torn and bleeding. Jiang Zhangyang came to the prison intending to take He Weifang home, but she refused, fearing she would drag him down with her.
Jiang Zhangyang returned to his residence and began investigating the case in earnest. Meanwhile, Dafu had already traced Madam Wu’s recent movements and reported everything to Jiang Zhangyang. Within a single day, Jiang Zhangyang uncovered the truth. He went to the County Mistress, calmly analyzed the current situation, and used both reason and pressure to persuade her.
He warned that if she continued targeting He Weifang, he would report everything that had recently happened to the King—then Liu Chang wouldn’t even qualify to be a Deputy Transport Commissioner. This warning struck a nerve with the County Mistress, who feared implicating her husband. She had no choice but to agree to release the prisoners immediately and ordered her people to restore the reputation of He Weifang’s shop.
