Love Like The Galaxy Episode 46 Recap
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As Cheng Shaoshang had deduced, the root cause of the recent events stemmed from the two thousand refined copper. Following this clue, Cheng Shi was discovered at the copper mine in Tongniu County. After five days of recuperation, he gradually recovered under the diligent care of Xiao Yuanyi, to whom he recounted the full story. Cheng Shi explained that he and Yan Zhong had discussed how to handle the two thousand refined copper.
Fearing that the military supplies would be plundered if Tongniu County fell, Cheng Shi proposed moving the copper outside the city for safekeeping. However, they were ambushed on the way, and Ma Rong not only stole the cart but also brutally murdered Yan Zhong and his entire family. Cheng Shi, injured, barely escaped with his life, eventually collapsing in the bushes.
When he regained consciousness, he found himself in a small hut, being told by Lou Ben that he was rescued by local miners. Lou Ben then deceived him, claiming that Tongniu had fallen, county assistant governor Li Feng had framed him and Yan Zhong for treason with the refined copper, and the Emperor had ordered their capture.
He convinced Cheng Shi to stay hidden in the mining area, warning that if he appeared prematurely, Ma Rong’s spies would intercept and kill him, leading to the imprisonment of the entire Cheng family. Lou Ben promised to relay news of Cheng Shi's survival to his family and assured him that they would reunite once his innocence was proven. Cheng Shi, fearing for his family, reluctantly stayed in hiding, enduring much frustration.
Xiao Yuanyi pointed out that Lou Ben had acted kindly only because his plans had failed; otherwise, he would have killed Cheng Shi. Just then, Old Madam Cheng burst into the room, wailing and complaining about her suffering and the family's financial losses. She criticized Cheng Shi for his apparent lack of concern, claiming she had spent all her "coffin money" and that her savings had enabled Cheng Shaoshang's journey to save Cheng Shi himself, allowing the family to survive.
Cheng Shi, surprised by her seemingly well-fed appearance after her time in prison, was then even more astonished to see Xiao Yuanyi gently placate Old Madam Cheng. Cheng Shi wondered what had happened in his absence to mend their contentious relationship. Xiao Yuanyi calmly explained that they had realized they needed to be united against outsiders.
With the Lou Ben case finally resolved, the Lou family elders reprimanded Grand Tutor Lou for hindering his nephews' futures, which ultimately led to disaster. Grand Tutor Lou, in turn, shifted all blame onto his wife, accusing her of lacking filial piety, virtue, and alienating his kin. Consequently, First Madam Lou was sent back to her maiden home. The second branch of the Lou family, still reeling from their profound grief, decided to relocate to Hua County.
Cheng Shaoshang, accompanied by Ling Buyi, personally went to bid farewell to Lou Yao. She felt immense guilt over the recent events. Lou Yao, though a person of great integrity, was still struggling with the sight of his brother's death and found it difficult to recover. He acknowledged that Cheng Shaoshang had done nothing wrong and that his brother was entirely at fault.
He reminisced about his time in Hua County as the happiest of his life, only to add that he now wished he had never met her or gone there, as the memory only brought him pain. He confessed that for the immediate future, he did not know how to face her and could not let go of the past. As Lou Yao boarded his horse cart, He Zhaojun approached Cheng Shaoshang to say goodbye.
She was no longer the spoiled, willful girl of the past, but carried herself with confidence and strength, offering heartfelt advice. She promised that if they met again, she would treat Cheng Shaoshang to a feast. However, she also made it clear that while Lou Yao was a man of integrity, their current family situation meant they did not welcome Cheng Shaoshang, and she implied that Cheng Shaoshang's presence was hurting Lou Yao.
Cheng Shaoshang had not seen Wang Yanji since Lou Ben's death, later learning that Wang Yanji had drowned herself in the river to join her husband. The river current that night was rapid, and despite the Lou family guards diving in, they could not recover her body or that of her unborn child.
Cheng Shaoshang felt profound sorrow, remembering how Wang Yanji had often helped her and, apart from Lou Yao, was the kindest person to her in the Lou family. She reflected on how Lou Ben had taken a wrong step that led him to a point of no return. Moved by these tragic events, Cheng Shaoshang earnestly reminded Ling Buyi that she sought neither wealth nor glory, but only peace and joy.
She urged them both never to make a misstep, lest they live to regret it. Ling Buyi paused, seemingly troubled by her words, but chose not to confide in her. Instead, he proposed visiting his mother at Xinghua Courtyard, mentioning that her illness had worsened. At Xinghua Courtyard, Huo Junhua, despite her failing health, appeared lively. She lovingly prepared almond cakes, calling Ling Buyi by his childhood nickname, "A-Li."
Cheng Shaoshang, wanting to give mother and son private time, left with Cui You. Cui You explained that Huo Junhua, born prematurely and frail since childhood, had been pampered but later risked her life to give birth to Ling Buyi for Ling Yi, leading to her current weakened state, which he described as an oil lamp running out of fuel.
He added that Ling Buyi was also a premature baby, resembling a kitten when born, which is why he was given the nickname "A-Li" for safety. He recounted that General Huo Chong’s son, Huo Wushang, was the same age as Ling Buyi, and they looked so similar that Huo Junhua enjoyed dressing them identically to confuse General Huo. Ling Yi, however, often mistook them due to his lack of involvement in Ling Buyi's upbringing.
Cui You also contrasted their personalities: Ling Buyi was lively and loved almond cakes, while Huo Wushang was quiet, studious, and allergic to almonds but still picked them for Ling Buyi. Cui You then implored Cheng Shaoshang to ensure Ling Buyi, as the last surviving member of the Huo family, would no longer risk his life.
He even offered to double her dowry to ensure she could stand tall against Princess Yuchang, who was renowned for her accomplishments, unlike Cheng Shaoshang's reputation for poor needlework, once making a "chicken wing" out of an embroidered mandarin duck. Offended, Cheng Shaoshang declared their fate had run out and abruptly left. On the journey back, Ling Buyi suddenly developed a high fever and a rash, collapsing in Cheng Shaoshang’s arms.
Upon their return to the manor, physicians confirmed he had consumed almonds, causing the allergic reaction, but assured his men he would recover overnight. His subordinates speculated that Cheng Shaoshang had left without waiting for him to wake up because she was angry at his carelessness.
However, Ling Buyi, barely recovered, immediately rose from his bed and led his men to abduct Peng Kun from the Ministry of Justice, bringing him to the Northern Army Prison for a brutal interrogation regarding the Gu City case. Ling Buyi promised to torture Peng Kun mercilessly, each whip landing in the same spot until he confessed.
Peng Kun, showing no remorse, defiantly stated his motives: he and his soldiers risked their lives while Lord Qian'an reaped the benefits and blocked his promotion. He considered Junior Lord Qian'an useless and thought Huo Chong was simply unlucky that Gu City couldn't be rescued in time. When Ling Buyi pressed him on Ling Yi's involvement, Peng Kun taunted him, accusing him of betraying his own "biological father" to curry favor with the Wen family.
Ling Buyi, enraged, vowed to make Peng Kun suffer a fate worse than death, listing over a hundred methods of torture available in the prison. That same night, Cheng Shaoshang tossed and turned, replaying recent events in her mind. A bold theory began to form. Empress Xuan arrived at her room, having seen her light still on.
The Empress admitted she hadn't been sleeping well and expressed her worries about the Crown Prince, who had been implicated by the downfall of the Lou family and others associated with him. Cheng Shaoshang blamed herself for exposing Lou Ben, thereby indirectly harming the Crown Prince. However, Empress Xuan gently reassured her, admiring her courage and wishing she had been as brave to save her own parents in the past.
She urged Cheng Shaoshang not to worry about the Crown Prince's affairs and to focus on her marriage with Ling Buyi. Cheng Shaoshang then asked Empress Xuan about Ling Buyi's childhood. Empress Xuan revealed that Ling Buyi was once a joyful child, but became quiet and stoic like Huo Wushang after the tragic events of Gu City. She explained that Ling Buyi believed he had to live for the deceased Huo Wushang and could not be reckless.
The Empress expressed her relief that Ling Buyi had Cheng Shaoshang in his life and encouraged her not to worry, saying he always acted with a sense of proportion. Cheng Shaoshang then requested Empress Xuan to stay with her for the night. The next morning, Wang Ling burst into Changqiu Palace, crying and kneeling before Cheng Shaoshang, begging her to convince Ling Buyi to stop torturing her husband, Peng Kun, so their unborn child wouldn't lose its father.
Cheng Shaoshang was perplexed by Wang Ling's deep devotion to a man guilty of such heinous crimes. Wang Ling, however, vehemently defended Peng Kun, claiming he was the most affectionate person to her, unlike her own negligent family. She recounted how he had planted rare flowers in their courtyard despite his asthma, just to make her happy, and had risked his life to save her from a fire.
Cheng Shaoshang countered that Peng Kun's treason was a capital offense that she couldn't influence. Wang Ling clarified that she wasn't asking for a pardon, but for Ling Buyi to stop his "inhumane methods" of interrogation in the Northern Army Prison, accusing him of using unauthorized torture to force a confession. Cheng Shaoshang, stating Peng Kun's guilt was undeniable and required no forced confession, refused to help.
As Wang Ling departed, heartbroken, she warned Cheng Shaoshang that she knew nothing about Ling Buyi, calling him the most unpredictable and terrifying man in the world, a fact she claimed her husband's extensive network of spies in the capital had confirmed.
