Love Like The Galaxy Episode 36 Recap
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Life in the deep palace was refined yet cold, but Cheng Shaoshang was endlessly busy, pouring all her efforts into the birthday banquet. She eventually finalized a menu that even Emperor Wen approved of. Still, Empress Xuan’s birthday celebration should not be so extravagant, as it went against Emperor Wen’s principle of frugality. Cheng Shaoshang quickly advised her to discuss it with the Emperor in her capacity as a wife—speaking gently and looking upon him with admiration.
Empress Xuan blushed, unused to such behavior. Having grown up reserved and proper, she found it impossible to act coyly or flirtatiously and instead was amused by Cheng Shaoshang’s advice. Suddenly, the Fifth Princess arrived at Changqiu Palace, claiming she was preparing a new dance to perform at the banquet. Empress Xuan's smile faded and she questioned her about using power for personal land grabs.
The Fifth Princess was dismissive and even accused her mother of favoring Ling Buyi and Cheng Shaoshang while targeting her. Empress Xuan’s expression darkened and she scolded her for being unruly, then ordered Cheng Shaoshang to move the Fifth Princess and her entourage to Concubine Yue’s palace, not wanting to see them around. However, while passing through the imperial garden, Lady Zuo, prompted by the Fifth Princess, pushed Cheng Shaoshang into a pond.
The accompanying maidservants watched her struggle and, instead of helping, threw stones at her. Luo Jitong warned the Fifth Princess not to go too far, lest it result in death, but the Fifth Princess didn't care, saying Cheng Shaoshang’s life was worthless anyway. Cheng Shaoshang tried to swim to shore, but the maids threw a snake into the water. Despite her frantic escape, she was still bitten. Fortunately, the snake was not venomous, and she managed to crawl out, exhausted.
The Fifth Prince emerged from the bushes, but the Fifth Princess warned him and left with her group. The incident left Cheng Shaoshang deeply hurt. This silent yet deadly confrontation left her feeling aggrieved and unable to vent. Ling Buyi suddenly appeared, only concerned with expressing his longing and not noticing anything amiss until Cheng Shaoshang turned away and began sobbing softly. Ling Buyi grew alarmed and immediately asked what had happened, the smile gone from his face.
Cheng Shaoshang clung to him and wept uncontrollably, then gradually calmed down, claiming she missed her family. Though Ling Buyi didn’t believe her, he comforted her and offered to teach her acupoint knowledge and, at her request, a few self-defense techniques. After a few rounds of practice, Ling Buyi pinned Cheng Shaoshang to the bed, staring intently into her eyes and continuing to press her about what had happened.
Confused and overwhelmed, Cheng Shaoshang couldn’t think of a reply at first. After a long silence, she finally asked Ling Buyi to promise her one thing. After several hectic days, Empress Xuan’s birthday finally arrived. Palace maids and eunuchs decorated the halls, and the princes and princesses prepared their gifts. Yet all paled in comparison to those of Cheng Shaoshang and Ling Buyi.
Cheng Shaoshang’s creative presentation of “High Mountains and Flowing Water” was impressive, and Ling Buyi's performance on stage pleasantly surprised the Emperor and Empress. The Third Prince presented a mining topography map, and the Crown Prince offered a pair of jade qilins from the Western Regions. Just as Emperor Wen was praising his thoughtfulness, the Crown Princess foolishly mentioned their exorbitant price, creating an awkward atmosphere. Cheng Shaoshang quickly diffused the tension, earning the Crown Prince’s gratitude.
But upon returning to his seat with the Crown Princess, he saw his old flame, Qu Lingjun, now married, sitting opposite him. The Crown Prince’s constant gaze at Qu Lingjun caused his wife great distress. Meanwhile, Cheng Shaoshang and Ling Buyi shared a sweet moment and a cup of wine, much to the delight of the Emperor and Empress.
The Fifth Princess stumbled during her dance, and Cheng Shaoshang again stepped in with Ling Buyi to present poetry written personally by Marquis Xuan. Empress Xuan’s eyes reddened upon seeing her father’s handwriting. Emperor Wen praised the couple for their heartfelt gift. Noticing Ling Buyi's injured finger, Cheng Shaoshang felt both guilty and touched, since she had asked him to perform. She kissed him on the cheek in front of everyone, leaving the hall stunned.
Yuan Shen and Luo Jitong both looked visibly upset. Blushing, Cheng Shaoshang left the hall and avoided the crowd, heading to Mirror Heart Lake to get some air. The Fifth Princess hatched a new plan and had a maid lure the drunken Fifth Prince there. Drunk and lecherous, he attempted to flirt with Cheng Shaoshang but was unexpectedly pulled into the lake by her. Seeing this, Luo Jitong’s maid also plotted something sinister.
Cheng Shaoshang used the chance to teach the Fifth Prince a lesson and then casually chatted with him. In fact, Cheng Shaoshang realized that although he appeared foolish and lustful, the Fifth Prince was actually knowledgeable in strange tales and history, just misunderstood—much like herself. With this shared experience, they quickly became friends. Meanwhile, Luo Jitong brought wine to Ling Buyi, mentioning her imminent marriage to the Western Regions, but he remained cold and distant. Before she could say more, her maid rushed in, panicked, claiming that Cheng Shaoshang was having a secret tryst with the Fifth Prince by Mirror Heart Lake, causing a stir in the hall.
