Legend of the Female General Episode 6 Recap
> Legend of the Female General Recap
He Yan found herself dismayed after learning that despite her first-place victory in the flag competition, Xiao Jue had selected Lei Hou to join the Jiuqi Camp, leaving many of her peers to lament the perceived injustice. While drinking with them, she passionately expressed her determination to join the elite unit, not for a glorious homecoming, as she had no family, but solely to prove her worth and one day become a general by earning merits in combat.
Later, heavily intoxicated, He Yan stumbled into Xiao Jue's tent, loudly calling him by his given name. She relentlessly questioned his decision, insisting she was "the top one of Yezhou Garrison, an outstanding candidate," and accusing him of having "terrible judgment." She even correctly deduced his true reasoning: he suspected a spy and had repeatedly tested her, confirming her innocence, then subtly implied that Lei Hou was the actual spy.
Xiao Jue repeatedly urged her to sober up, but she adamantly refused to leave, proclaiming that she, He Yan, would one day become a celebrated general. He Yan continued to press Xiao Jue, elaborating on her spy theory. Oblivious to Lei Hou eavesdropping outside, concerned she might reveal sensitive information, He Yan stubbornly refused to put down Xiao Jue's treasured Qinglang Sword, instead insisting on performing a sword dance for him.
In the process, she accidentally split his beloved zither in two. Despite the damage, He Yan impulsively asked Xiao Jue if he liked her. Just then, Feinu arrived to deliver dinner for Xiao Jue, encountering Lei Hou, who claimed he was there to thank the Commander for his selection into Jiuqi Camp. He Yan, still clinging to Xiao Jue, continued to express her disappointment and called his judgment "outrageous."
She passionately questioned where she was lacking, listing her looks, martial skills, and height, only for Xiao Jue to pointedly retort, "Do you have height?" She then stubbornly demanded that he add an extra slot for her in Jiuqi Camp, threatening an unfinished consequence, to which Xiao Jue challenged her to complete her sentence.
The next morning, Cheng Lisu woke He Yan, teasing her about her "comfortable sleep" in Xiao Jue's tent and revealing that Xiao Jue had to "squeeze into my place" last night to make room for her. He Yan was mortified, fearing she would be expelled from the Yezhou Garrison.
Cheng Lisu tried to reassure her, pointing out that Xiao Jue hadn't punished her despite her actions of using his treasured sword to smash his beloved zither and even giving her his bed. He speculated that Xiao Jue's unusual leniency was because he recognized He Yan's "unique physique," marking her as a "rare prodigy." This comment sent a jolt of panic through He Yan, who internally wondered if Xiao Jue had discovered her true female identity.
Cheng Lisu then amusingly reminded her that her "misbehavior demands a proper apology." He Yan's mind raced, grappling with her regrettable actions and Cheng Lisu's surprising interpretation of Xiao Jue's reaction. While He Yan was still muttering to herself, desperately trying to find a way to apologize to Xiao Jue and still secure a spot in Jiuqi Camp, a man named Ding Yi arrived. He introduced himself as an envoy from Yezhou Magistrate Sun Xiangfu.
Xiao Jue immediately noticed Ding Yi's unusually light footsteps and steady breathing, deducing him to be "a skilled fighter," and instructed Feinu to summon Cheng Lisu. Upon seeing Ding Yi, He Yan experienced a chilling moment of recognition; she identified him as her assailant from Yuhua Temple, recalling his distinctive severed finger and voice.
She immediately realized he was a He family henchman who had seemingly infiltrated the Yezhou Magistrate's circle, making her question their true intentions concerning the garrison's military funds and provisions. Sun Xiangfu's invitation requested Xiao Jue's presence to discuss the garrison's military funds and provisions shortages. It also extended an invitation to Cheng Lisu, citing a desire to reminisce. Cheng Lisu immediately panicked, recalling that Sun Xiangfu's wife had arranged his engagement.
He was convinced this was a trap to detain him and send him back to the capital for an unwanted marriage to Miss Song, whom he claimed would turn him into a "lab rat" and torture him to death. He dramatically pleaded with his uncle, Xiao Jue, to save him, to which Xiao Jue teasingly offered him his sharp sword, Yinqiu, implying he could "end it all now."
Later, Cheng Lisu poured out his worries to He Yan, convinced he was walking into a "dangerous place." Meanwhile, Feinu reported to Xiao Jue about Chu Zhao, the Inspector of the Ministry of War and a prized disciple of Xu Jingfu, who had recently returned from Que City. Feinu speculated that Chu Zhao might be connected to the rumors that had damaged Xiao Jue's reputation after the Que City battle.
Xiao Jue, recalling his past dealings with Chu Zhao, concluded that the rumors likely stemmed from him and advised Feinu to "stay vigilant against him." Recognizing the dangers of the mission and Cheng Lisu's lack of martial skill, Xiao Jue decided that He Yan would impersonate Cheng Lisu and accompany him to Yezhou City.
Xiao Jue admitted he didn't trust leaving He Yan behind at the garrison, and since she was so "eager to go," this "ambush banquet" would serve as an opportune test of her skills. He Yan clarified her motivation for volunteering was not just for atonement but also "for my own sake," hoping the trip would "change [his] opinion of me" and secure her a spot in Jiuqi Camp.
The following morning, He Yan appeared dressed in luxurious attire, flawlessly reciting Cheng Lisu's persona details. Confident in her disguise, He Yan eagerly asked Xiao Jue if she looked "charming and dashing," only for him to pointedly remark that she was "even shorter than Cheng Lisu." Meanwhile, a young master of the He family was informed that Ding Yi had delivered the invitation.
Having investigated Sun Xiangfu's lecherous son, Sun Ling, the young master plotted to use the son's misdeeds to implicate the father, announcing his intention to proceed to the Sun residence as "the stage is set, and the actors will soon arrive." He Yan, Xiao Jue, and Feinu arrived in Yezhou City and settled into an inn, rather than the Sun residence. In her disguise as Cheng Lisu, He Yan questioned the choice of lodging.
Xiao Jue initially planned to book two rooms, intending for He Yan to share one with him, but she objected. Maintaining her persona, she then playfully guilted her "uncle" into booking three rooms instead. Before they retired, Xiao Jue sternly warned He Yan not to leave her room that night. At the inn, He Yan, still in character, ordered an extravagant feast.
Xiao Jue allowed it but subtly reminded her of his teaching, "Save and thrive, waste and perish," making He Yan regret her excessive order. After eating, a "stuffed" He Yan loudly feigned drowsiness, ensuring Xiao Jue and Feinu in the adjacent room would think she was going to sleep. Once she believed they were convinced, she secretly slipped out.
However, Xiao Jue was one step ahead, having instructed Feinu to investigate the Sun family's tax records while he would "keep watch personally." He stood on an upper floor, watching as He Yan, believing her escape was a success, walked into the city streets.
