Legend of Fu Yao Episode 10 Recap, Plot

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A young man arrived at Zhang Henian's mansion, identifying himself as Xuanyuan Hui from the Xuanyuan royal family. He confidently declared his ability to perform Water Bending and expressed his ambition to be king, offering to demonstrate his skill publicly despite the challenge it posed, especially with Kunjing already experiencing heavy rainfall. Zhang Henian, initially skeptical, was met with Xuanyuan Hui's unwavering confidence.

Meanwhile, Qi Zhen had returned to his own mansion, reviewing the numerous invitations from various ministers, including the Prefect of the Masters of Writing, the Marquess, the Chief of the Ministry of Ceremonies, the Commandant, and the Duhu. He noted the absence of any contact from Zhang Henian. Given the impending flood crisis in Kunjing, Qi Zhen was perplexed by Zhang Henian's lack of initiative to discuss the situation.

His subordinate mentioned that Mingwei General Liu He had come to defect, but Qi Zhen dismissed him, stating he had no interest in those Zhang Henian had cast aside. Shortly after, an informant from Zhang Henian's mansion delivered news, revealing to Qi Zhen and Yun Hen that Zhang Henian had discovered a Xuanyuan bloodline. Unbeknownst to them, the young Xuanyuan Hui was actually sent by Changsun Wuji.

Changsun Wuji’s subordinate reported Xuanyuan Hui’s successful meeting with Zhang Henian and their subsequent departure to the palace to meet the King. Changsun Wuji instructed his subordinate to ensure Xuanyuan Hui's safety, explaining that while the young man was a key part of his risky plan, he would bear any other consequences. His subordinate questioned why Changsun Wuji didn't simply reveal his own identity as the crown prince to Zhang Henian to secure the throne more directly.

Changsun Wuji, however, explained his deeper strategy: for him to truly secure and maintain power in Taiyuan, it was essential that Qi Zhen himself be the one to orchestrate his ascension to the throne. This would allow Changsun Wuji to easily dismantle Qi Zhen's influence and eliminate his cronies afterward. Back at his mansion, Qi Zhen was enraged by the sudden appearance of a Xuanyuan bloodline, believing all had been eradicated.

Yun Hen suggested that Zhang Henian's actions were premeditated and that he might have been involved in the crown prince’s disappearance from Mount Xuanyuan, speculating that a spy within Qi Zhen's own ranks might be informing Zhang Henian. Qi Zhen agreed with the possibility, further suspecting Xuanyuan Min's longstanding disloyalty and concluding that Zhang Henian, after years of patient waiting, likely harbored the same ambition for the throne as he did.

At the palace, King Xuanyuan Ren, despite his weakened state, met with Xuanyuan Hui. The King was overjoyed upon learning that Xuanyuan Hui was the son of Prince Xinnan, Xuanyuan Shi, and a direct descendant of the late Emperor Xuanyuan Ce, believing this meant salvation for Taiyuan. However, ministers quickly raised concerns, pointing out that the royal genealogy showed no record of Prince Xinnan's lineage.

Xuanyuan Hui explained that his mother was a maid who passed away after his birth, thus preventing his inclusion in the official genealogy according to Taiyuan's customs. While Lord Zhang attempted to defend this, other ministers argued that the royal genealogy was the very foundation of Taiyuan's succession, questioning how Xuanyuan Hui could prove his true Xuanyuan bloodline if his name wasn't listed. Just then, Qi Zhen arrived and seized the opportunity.

He proposed a definitive test: taking Xuanyuan Hui to Yulin Platform to demonstrate his Water Bending ability, which would unequivocally prove his royal lineage. The King consented, agreeing to defer the discussion about the royal bloodline until after the demonstration. Elsewhere, Changsun Wuji discussed the intricate power of water with Zong Yue.

He explained that after the ancient war between the Five Continents and Qiongcang, Taiyuan was granted control over water, a spiritual element that could bring either immense prosperity or devastating ruin. Thus, only through Water Bending could Taiyuan truly govern itself. Observing the continuous months of heavy rain in Kunjing, Changsun Wuji eagerly anticipated Qi Zhen's next move. Meanwhile, Fu Yao, Zhan Beiye, and their group arrived at the outskirts of Kunjing.

Despite the strange weather—heavy rain falling under a scorching sun—Zhan Beiye decided to press forward, urging his companions to cross a bridge into Kunjing, ignoring Fu Yao's concerns about the storm. At Yulin Platform, Xuanyuan Hui prepared for his demonstration. Under the watchful eyes of the court, he began to perform Water Bending. However, instead of calming the downpour, the storm intensified dramatically, with the sky appearing to "leak," unleashing a torrential deluge upon Kunjing.

The disaster caused widespread chaos and destruction. On the bridge, Fu Yao and Zhan Beiye’s group struggled against the raging waters and fierce winds, with many falling into the churning river, including Zhan Beiye. When soldiers cried out that their general could not swim, Fu Yao, without hesitation, plunged into the water to rescue him. Despite the initial failure, Xuanyuan Hui continued to exert his Water Bending power from Yulin Platform.

Miraculously, the "dome" of the sky began to heal, and the storm gradually subsided, allowing sunlight to break through the clouds. With his successful Water Bending demonstration, Xuanyuan Hui's royal bloodline was undeniably proven, and in the presence of the gathered ministers, he was formally declared the new Crown Prince. At the same time, Fu Yao managed to pull the unconscious Zhan Beiye to shore. As soldiers rushed to their aid, Princess Yalan Zhu of the Qiongye Clan suddenly appeared.

Having long harbored deep affection for Zhan Beiye, she pushed through the crowd, determined to save him herself and openly declared her desire to be his woman. Zhan Beiye, regaining consciousness, recoiled from her zealous advances, quickly pushing her away and fleeing with his bewildered soldiers, leaving Yalan Zhu vowing that he would never escape her. The next morning, Ji Yu approached Fu Yao, offering her a bag of gold as a token of Zhan Beiye’s gratitude.

Fu Yao, amused by the general’s sudden change of heart after previously suspecting her of theft, accepted the gold. However, as she prepared to leave to find Qi, Ji Yu informed her that she could not depart. He explained that while Zhan Beiye appreciated her saving his life (a personal matter), the stolen Bell Shekun remained a public concern, and as long as it was missing, Fu Yao remained a suspect and was required to stay with their group.

Infuriated, Fu Yao stormed toward Zhan Beiye’s room, pounding on his door to confront him, declaring that she should have let him drown if he was so ungrateful. Soldiers tried to intervene, stating the general was resting, but Yalan Zhu abruptly reappeared, creating a chaotic scene as she once again clung to Zhan Beiye’s door, loudly proclaiming her intention to be his woman.

Amidst the pandemonium, Fu Yao saw her chance and slipped away, hoping to find Qi in the bustling city of Kunjing. She noticed a carriage bearing a distinctive mark left by Qi and attempted to follow it, but she was stopped by city guards at the gate, who demanded a visa for entry.

Fu Yao questioned why the carriage she had seen was permitted to enter, and the guard curtly informed her it was a carriage from the Duke’s mansion, which no one dared to impede. Meanwhile, at Qi Zhen’s mansion, ministers urged him to put Taiyuan's interests first and reconcile with Zhang Henian regarding the new Crown Prince. Qi Zhen scoffed at their advice, dismissing them as opportunistic "fence-sitters" who only looked out for their own gain.

He remained defiant, asserting that humanity's true character was revealed in times of crisis and that he would never yield to Zhang Henian. He then inquired about the Tiansha envoy, confirming it was Prince Lie, Zhan Beiye, a formidable figure despite his diminished power. Qi Zhen instructed Yun Hen to handle the situation with utmost care and secrecy, revealing his plan to meet Zhan Beiye later.

He mused that Zhang Henian believed he held a trump card with Xuanyuan Hui, but for Qi Zhen, it was divine favor, a timely replacement for Xuanyuan Min. Unable to enter Kunjing through the main gate, Fu Yao sneaked into Zhan Beiye's room, intending to steal his visa. Zhan Beiye, however, was feigning sleep. Just as Fu Yao reached for the document, he swiftly opened his eyes and grabbed her, initiating a struggle.

The commotion drew the attention of soldiers outside, but upon realizing it was Zhan Beiye and Fu Yao, they smirked and dispersed, assuming a more intimate encounter was taking place. Inside, Fu Yao was quickly overpowered and bound to a pillar. Zhan Beiye demanded to know Qi's whereabouts. Fu Yao attempted to negotiate, hinting that she knew Qi's location, but Zhan Beiye refused any terms, stating he never negotiated.

He declared that she would remain with them until the Bell Shekun was found, regardless of her claims that she was also searching for it. Zhan Beiye then gagged her, stating he would not be threatened, and calmly returned to his bed, prepared to outlast her. The following day, as Zhan Beiye's group prepared to depart, Yalan Zhu attempted to join them but was sternly rebuked by Zhan Beiye, who flatly told her not to follow him.

Observing this, Fu Yao playfully intervened, embracing Yalan Zhu and declaring that they had become fast friends, and she intended to bring Yalan Zhu along. Zhan Beiye immediately dismissed this as "nonsense" and ordered Ji Yu to escort Yalan Zhu away. Fu Yao then challenged Zhan Beiye, pointing out his ingratitude despite her saving his life and provoking him into a bet. She suggested a stone-throwing contest into two jars, with the winner determining the course of action.

Though Zhan Beiye initially hesitated, fearing a loss in front of his men, Fu Yao and Yalan Zhu's taunts about his pride spurred him to accept. As Zhan Beiye was about to win, Fu Yao deftly shattered his jar with a stone, ending the contest.

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