Nirvana in Fire 2: The Wind Blows in Chang Lin Episode 39 Recap
> Nirvana in Fire 2: The Wind Blows in Chang Lin Recap
In the imperial palace, the Empress Dowager and Xun Baishui discussed the marriage between Xiao Yuanqi and Xun Anru. Although the Empress Dowager was not entirely satisfied with this marriage, she could not think of any reasons to object. Xun Baishui reminded the Empress Dowager that it was Xiao Yuanqi who had informed her back then about Xiao Pingjing's intention to raise an army and rebel.
He was a disciple of the Changlin King and a friend of Xiao Pingjing, yet he committed such an act of betrayal. Furthermore, both his parents had committed unforgivable crimes. However, the Empress Dowager believed that it was precisely because Xiao Yuanqi betrayed the Changlin Manor that it showed his loyalty to the Daliang court. And Xun Anru was her favorite descendant of the Xun family, whom she regarded as her most cherished possession.
Now that the wedding was taking place, she naturally wanted to show her favor and proposed to confer Xiao Yuanqi the title of prince. On the day of Xiao Yuanqi's grand wedding, the Marquis of Laiyang's residence was adorned with lanterns and streamers, filled with esteemed guests. In earlier years, his Marquis of Laiyang's residence was desolate and quiet, with few visitors.
Now, having risen through military achievements, he had become a prominent figure in Daliang's court and public life, and a continuous stream of well-wishers came to celebrate, a stark contrast to the past. In the inner hall of Xun Baishui's home, Xun Anru excitedly put on her magnificent wedding gown with the help of her servants.
She smiled as she listened to the servants praise Xiao Yuanqi's distinguished military accomplishments, and she herself greatly admired her future husband, who had turned the tide in the Battle of the East Sea. However, her maid, Peier, quietly began to cry. It turned out that this young woman had lost her family in the Battle of the East Sea, which made her unable to hold back her tears.
Only then did Xun Anru realize her oversight and kindly comforted Peier. Xiao Yuanqi had initially felt that today was his great day of joy, but unexpectedly, Madam Qi from the East Sea suddenly arrived. It turned out that Madam Qi was the liaison between him and Mo Zihou. However, their two-year cooperation had already ended, and he feared that his conspiratorial plans would be exposed, so he was furious about Madam Qi's sudden visit.
But Madam Qi had come this time to deliver a wedding gift on behalf of Mo Zihou. When Xiao Yuanqi opened it, he saw that Mo Zihou had given him the unique Black Crystal Sword, renowned alongside himself. Angrily, he questioned whether Mo Zihou intended to congratulate him or harm him, asking if sending him the Black Crystal Sword, which represented Mo Zihou, meant he thought Xiao Yuanqi's concealment was too good.
Just as he and Madam Qi were bickering, he suddenly heard a servant report that Xun Baishui had arrived to congratulate him on his wedding. Xiao Yuanqi quickly instructed his subordinate He Cheng to put away the Black Crystal Sword and keep an eye on Madam Qi, while he himself hurried to accompany Xun Baishui to his seat.
Xun Baishui told Xiao Yuanqi that the Imperial Cabinet had already decided to restore his princely title, but since King Ning had recently passed away, the imperial decree would only be issued in September. Upon hearing this, Xiao Yuanqi appeared genuinely happy. That night, after the wedding ceremony, Xiao Yuanqi and Xun Anru officially became husband and wife. Xiao Yuanqi smiled as he looked at Xun Anru, recalling the first time he had seen her.
When Xun Anru heard Xiao Yuanqi mention that he had once seen her being escorted by imperial guards, she timidly replied that although she was favored by the Empress Dowager, she was by no means spoiled. However, Xiao Yuanqi took her hand and said that now she was his, so even if she were a bit spoiled, it would be fine; he would protect his woman well. The newlywed couple gazed at each other lovingly and embraced.
Since leaving Jinling, Xun Feizhan had been living a life of wandering, seeking out masters for sparring, and living freely. He rarely came to Langya Pavilion to visit Meng Qianxue and Xiao Pingjing. He drank several cups with Xiao Pingjing and spoke of the Battle of the East Sea in Daliang.
He stated that he was in Northern Yan at the time and was actually very anxious, but he had not expected Xiao Yuanqi to be able to resolve the crisis, thinking that Xiao Yuanqi had improved too much after his experience in Ganzhou. But Xiao Pingjing did not agree. However, since both of them had already left the Daliang imperial court, they decided to no longer discuss court matters, only Jianghu.
After chatting over drinks all night, they arrived at a hilltop at Langya Pavilion early the next day for a duel. Xiao Pingjing initiated the attack; his sword techniques were always fierce and ruthless, adept at aggressive assaults. Xun Feizhan's sword techniques, on the other hand, were always upright and principled, maintaining a steadfast defense that was impenetrable, yet his counterattacks were extremely swift. They dueled for a long time, but it was difficult to determine a winner.
Coincidentally, Old Master Lin Chen of Langya Pavilion had compiled the new list of Langya martial arts masters. Since Mo Zihou had entered the East Sea court, he was removed from the Jianghu masters list. In the new list, Cangqi Sword of Northern Yan was ranked first, Hanhai Sword second, and Xun Feizhan's name was third. Lin Jiu asked the Old Master why Xiao Pingjing was not on the list, given that he no longer held any court positions.
The Old Master replied that he knew Xiao Pingjing sought a quiet life, so he did not want the list to bring him unnecessary trouble. Lin Jiu chuckled, saying that the Old Master's actions were biased and unfair. The Old Master glared fiercely at him. Then he asked if Xiao Pingjing had not asked him for the East Sea's archives.
Lin Jiu shook his head, and the Old Master said with relief that it seemed Xiao Pingjing had truly let go. However, Lin Jiu felt that the more deliberately he ignored it, the more it indicated that he had not truly let go psychologically. But he admitted that although Langya Pavilion remained aloof from worldly affairs, he would definitely tell the truth if Xiao Pingjing asked.
After Xiao Pingjing and Xun Feizhan finished their spar, he quickly stopped Lin Jiu to ask for the new list of masters. Lin Jiu reluctantly handed over the list. Xiao Pingjing was surprised why Mo Zihou, who had long topped the list, was not on it.
Lin Jiu told him that it was because the Lord of the East Sea had passed away half a year ago, and Mo Zihou now effectively controlled the East Sea Kingdom, thus making him unsuitable for inclusion on the list. Xiao Pingjing was greatly shocked by this news. Lin Jiu knew that he would surely want to consult the East Sea archives at this point, so he told him to follow him.
Xun Feizhan also understood Xiao Pingjing's thoughts and was troubled for his brother, who was about to re-enter the world's turmoil. Xiao Yuanqi ordered He Cheng to throw Mo Zihou's Black Crystal Sword into his own pond, while also keeping an eye on Madam Qi until she left Daliang. However, unexpectedly, when He Cheng threw the sword, he was coincidentally seen by Peier, Xun Anru's personal maid.
Although Min'er, who had entered the residence with her to serve Xun Anru, advised Peier to pretend she hadn't seen it and not to know too many secrets of these prominent families, Peier couldn't help but recall the incident. Later, while dressing Xun Anru, she heard that the mastermind behind the East Sea treason case, the Vice Minister of War, had been arrested, and she suddenly became distracted.
Xun Anru noticed her absent-mindedness, and Peier had to once again use the excuse of missing her family to get by. However, she was always preoccupied with this matter, even becoming distracted when the Empress Dowager bestowed upon Xun Anru a twin-phoenix hairpin, which only a princess consort could wear, much to Xun Anru's displeasure. On the other side, Xiao Yuanqi was not concerned about the title of Prince of Laiyang. However, he intended to first feign obedience to Xun Baishui.
