Love Like The Galaxy Episode 47 Recap, Plot

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Ling Buyi secretly intercepted and interrogated Peng Kun without His Majesty's prior approval, and the matter quickly reached the Ministry of Justice. When Yuan Shen arrived at the inner prison, Peng Kun was already severely wounded and weak. Peng Kun, defiant under torture, declared he didn't fear death for treason, stating, "If you want to kill me, it's up to you."

Ling Buyi, unyielding, threatened that if Peng Kun refused to speak, he would remain silent for the rest of his life. Yuan Shen intervened, calling Ling Buyi "mad" for interrogating an imperial prisoner privately. Though Yuan Shen condemned Peng Kun's disloyalty for plotting rebellion and his immorality for murdering Lord Qian'an, who had treated him like a brother, he insisted that the law must be followed and only His Majesty could order Peng Kun's death.

Disregarding any obstruction, Yuan Shen insisted on taking Peng Kun away to the Ministry of Justice, accusing Ling Buyi of deliberately breaking the law and embarrassing His Majesty. When Ling Buyi challenged him, Yuan Shen retorted, "Then you'll have to step over my dead body." He also warned Ling Buyi to think carefully, declaring that if Ling Buyi caused Cheng Shaoshang any more trouble, he would take his place.

The next morning, as Wang Ling tearfully complained at Changqiu Palace, an argument erupted in court. Official Zuo tried to impeach Ling Buyi, criticizing him for brutally torturing Peng Kun. Cheng Shaoshang and the Third Prince immediately defended Ling Buyi. Cheng Shaoshang sarcastically asked if the Censorate blamed Ling Buyi for pregnant women's miscarriages, implying they were idle. The Third Prince added that Ling Buyi was merely anxious to convict a traitor.

The Crown Prince attempted to mediate, suggesting a misunderstanding, but Wen Di ordered them to cease arguing. Cheng Shaoshang clarified that she had only gagged Wang Ling with a handkerchief, not physically harmed her, leading to a comedic exchange where Official Zuo accused her of using a sock and Cheng Shaoshang humorously asked if he had smelled it. Ling Buyi then stepped in to defend Cheng Shaoshang, insulting Official Zuo and declaring that he himself could insult such "important officials."

He stated that Peng Kun's involvement in both treason and the Gu City breach justified his actions. Cheng Shaoshang explained, based on information from Wang Ling, that Peng Kun was forced into rebellion by a mastermind in the capital, linked to the Gu City case. She argued that Ling Buyi's actions aimed to quickly uncover this true culprit.

Official Zuo insisted that Ling Buyi should not be involved due to personal ties to Gu City, but Ling Buyi asserted that his connection made him the most suitable to bring justice to the deceased souls. Wen Di ultimately decreed that Ling Buyi and the Ministry of Justice would jointly investigate the case, with the Third Prince monitoring to prevent torture. Cheng Shaoshang then requested His Majesty to pardon Wang Ling's unborn child, offering to persuade Peng Kun to confess.

Wen Di, believing children to be innocent, agreed to spare Peng Kun's wife and child if he cooperated. After the morning court session, Cheng Shaoshang angrily walked ahead, ignoring Ling Buyi. He caught up to her, asking what Wang Ling had told her. Cheng Shaoshang revealed that Wang Ling had exposed Ling Buyi's deep schemes.

She accused him of deliberately allowing Marquis Yue to collude with Liang Xia to murder Liang Shang and frame the Crown Prince, all to expose Marquis Yue. She also claimed he knew about Madam Wen Xiu's illegal coin minting in Shouchun but never informed Empress Xuan or tried to stop it, preferring His Majesty to be disappointed in the Empress and Crown Prince.

Furthermore, she believed he intentionally escalated the Fifth Princess's incident to force Marquis Yue to attack the Eastern Palace, ultimately revealing himself. Cheng Shaoshang felt that everyone saw her as Ling Buyi's reckless accomplice, but in reality, she was merely his shield. She declared that she could not bear the accusation of being the root of all trouble. Ling Buyi calmly asked if she was finished, then proceeded to explain his actions.

He clarified that the Crown Prince, though perceived as incompetent, was easily swayed by advisors like Wang Chun and Grand Tutor Lou, whom he described as an "incompetent person who indulges in worldly pleasures" and a "hypocrite who's complacent," respectively. Ling Buyi explained that if these "useless officials" weren't removed, the Crown Prince would inevitably make more mistakes, equating it to being unable to cultivate precious plants without first removing weeds.

Cheng Shaoshang questioned if he was indeed behind all these actions. He affirmed his love for her, assuring her that everything he did for her came from the heart, though he admitted that those he plotted against "deserved to be punished" or were "not worthy of their positions." She expressed her desire to truly understand him, especially as they were soon to marry, asking if he had any other significant secrets. As Ling Buyi began to confess, "Actually, I. .

." , he was interrupted by a messenger from the Crown Prince, summoning him to the Eastern Palace. Cheng Shaoshang watched him leave, contemplating his deep ties to the Crown Prince. At the Eastern Palace, the Crown Prince, at Ling Yi's request, tried to reconcile Ling Buyi with his adoptive father, proposing they share a meal. Ling Buyi politely declined, citing his duty to assist the Ministry of Justice in the Peng Kun case.

Ling Yi then attempted to appeal to him emotionally, saying he wished to speak with his son before the wedding. Ling Buyi, however, saw through his pretense, questioning why Ling Yi was so anxious about his investigation into Peng Kun that he would attempt to stall it. When Ling Yi feigned concern for Ling Buyi's health, Ling Buyi dismissed his "meaningless words" and "pretense," telling him to save such acts for Madam Chunyu.

Ling Buyi then abruptly left the Eastern Palace. Later, Wang Ling, who had brought food and wine to visit Peng Kun as per His Majesty's decree, arrived at the Ministry of Justice to find him dead. The clerk reported that Peng Kun had died of an asthma attack, an old illness exacerbated by his solitary confinement, which prevented anyone from discovering him in time to provide treatment.

Ling Yi, also present, callously remarked that it was "retribution" for Peng Kun's role in killing Lord Qian'an and causing the breach of Gu City, and that Ling Buyi could now finally be at ease and marry Shaoshang. Ling Buyi, however, was unconvinced, directly confronting Ling Yi and accusing him of the murder. Ling Yi denied it, calling it an accident. Furious but lacking concrete evidence, Ling Buyi left the Ministry of Justice.

Devastated by the loss of this crucial lead, Ling Buyi sought solace in alcohol, breaking down and weeping in the pouring rain. Cheng Shaoshang found him and, heartbroken, embraced him. She reassured him that if he couldn't accomplish something, no one else could. Ling Buyi confessed his despair, feeling powerless despite his perceived capabilities. He spoke of seeing blood-soaked figures in his mind, constantly questioning why he hadn't avenged them for over a decade.

He felt that all his efforts had amounted to nothing and that he had no way out. Cheng Shaoshang comforted him, insisting there must be a way and urging him to confide in her, his future wife, so she could share his burden. He lamented that it was a "dead end," but she reaffirmed her unwavering support, promising to stand by him no matter what. He once again began to reveal his true identity ("Actually, my name isn't. . ."

), but was interrupted by a guard rushing in with the urgent news that Madam Huo Junhua was on her deathbed. Ling Buyi and Cheng Shaoshang rushed to Xinghua Courtyard, which now felt like a place between life and death. Cui You sat by Huo Junhua's bed, his face haggard and stained with silent tears. Huo Junhua, no longer in her usual state of dementia, experienced a moment of lucidity.

She expressed regret to Cui You, whom she called "A-Yuan," for not having married him, lamenting that she wouldn't have ended up in such a miserable state. Ling Buyi then approached her. Her gaze, shifting from pain and regret, fixed on him with fierce, intense hatred. She repeatedly exhorted him, "Don't forget our revenge." Ling Buyi solemnly promised, "I'll never forget it. I shall avenge us." With his promise, Huo Junhua collapsed onto the bed and passed away.

That night, a torrential rain battered Xinghua Courtyard. The next morning, Ling Buyi dismissed everyone and knelt alone in the ancestral hall before Huo Junhua's ancestral tablet, appearing expressionless and hollow. Cheng Shaoshang, bringing him medicinal soup, asked what he had intended to tell her the previous night. She reiterated her deep love and trust, declaring her willingness to accept anything he disclosed.

She acknowledged his deep pain regarding the Gu City case and his dedication to the Huo clan, and gently suggested that now that Peng Kun was dead and the case seemed to have concluded, he could finally lay down his desire for vengeance and trust her before their marriage. Ling Buyi then asked her, "If I do something that shakes the world one day, would you still feel the same for me?"

Cheng Shaoshang, standing before Huo Junhua's coffin, solemnly swore an oath to the ancestors and deities, vowing eternal love and faithfulness to Ling Buyi, promising never to forsake him if he didn't forsake her. To seal her oath, she "formed a bond with a bite" on her arm, challenging him to do the same. She then pressed him one last time for the truth.

He responded with a hypothetical question: "If someone hurts your family and you know that person is guilty but you can't punish him by law, what will you do?" Cheng Shaoshang fiercely declared that she would not forgive such a person, and would return their pain a thousandfold, reiterating her unwavering support. Ling Buyi then replied, "No," indicating he had no further confessions. Suddenly, Ling Yi and Madam Chunyu arrived at the funeral hall.

Cui You, enraged, attacked Ling Yi, calling him "scum." Madam Chunyu furiously defended Ling Yi, accusing Cui You of slandering Huo Junhua and calling him and Huo Junhua "adulterers." Ling Buyi intervened to stop the fight. Madam Chunyu then explained that Ling Yi's 50th birthday was in seven days, and Ling clan members had already arrived in the capital for the banquet, which Ling Yi had intended to invite Huo Junhua to.

Ling Buyi, to everyone's surprise, agreed to attend the birthday banquet and bring a gift from his deceased mother. Cheng Shaoshang, witnessing this unexpected agreement, sensed a profound shift in Ling Buyi's resolve.

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