Nirvana in Fire 2: The Wind Blows in Chang Lin Episode 9 Recap
> Nirvana in Fire 2: The Wind Blows in Chang Lin Recap
Lin Xi needed Xiao Pingjing to gather a medicinal herb growing in Chouyun Jian to regulate Meng Qianxue's body. However, Xiao Tingsheng issued a strict order forbidding him from running around during the New Year. Xiao Pingjing had to ask his elder brother Xiao Pingzhang for permission to leave the city for two days to help him block their father.
Xiao Pingzhang learned that he wanted to go to Chouyun Jian, guessed it must be for Meng Qianxue's matter, was touched, and gladly let him leave. The mother of Marquis of Laiyang secretly came to Pu Yangying's alchemy room to see him, bringing up the matter of the cosmetic box gifted to Meng Qianxue years ago, which the Empress was now strictly investigating. She was surprised that Pu Yangying was not anxious.
It turned out that back then, it was she who received this set of cosmetic boxes, secretly containing East Sea Zhujiao, from Pu Yangying. Now that the Empress was investigating, she feared that the craftsmen who made the box back then would be caught and confess. However, Pu Yangying calmly told her not to worry; the craftsmen from that year had been dead for seven years, and the Empress would never find anything.
On her way back to the mansion, the mother of Marquis of Laiyang finally had something on her mind. She recalled secretly meeting Pu Yangying in a market full of strange people and wonders years ago, and asking Pu Yangying to perform witchcraft on someone using their birthdate and time. Thinking of Pu Yangying's warning that performing witchcraft would lead to a backlash, her mood became increasingly uneasy.
Inside Jifeng Hall, Sister Yun intentionally mentioned that Xiao Pingjing hadn't been there for two days. Lin Xi focused on sorting medicinal herbs and didn't respond to her. Then she asked Sister Yun to be her experimental subject for practicing acupuncture, making Sister Yun scream. This cold and beautiful divine doctor's revenge was indeed quick and ruthless.
At this time, Xiao Pingjing was using his movement techniques, climbing up and down the steep and dangerous cliffs of Chouyun Jian to collect medicine. He climbed cliffs and flew over streams, working hard for a day, finally filling a bamboo basket with medicinal plants. Thinking of being able to solve his elder brother and sister-in-law's worries, he felt happy. That night, the wind was cold and heavy, as if it were about to snow.
Meng Qianxue couldn't help but worry about her younger brother sleeping in the wilderness. Xiao Pingzhang comforted her, saying that Xiao Pingjing always claimed to be a Jianghu person and should experience wind and snow. Meng Qianxue happily brought up the matter of the East Sea envoy delegation entering the capital after the New Year.
It turned out that this delegation was entering the capital to discuss a marriage alliance, and a princess from Northern Yan would also be marrying next year. She wondered if the Emperor would assign her to Xiao Pingjing. Xiao Pingzhang asserted that although the Emperor always wanted Xiao Pingjing to marry soon, King Changlin was blocking it by adhering to an old engagement.
Furthermore, the Emperor might not agree to the conditions proposed by Northern Yan, so this Northern Yan princess would naturally not get involved with Xiao Pingjing. Moreover, given Xiao Pingjing's personality, he would surely treat the so-called "command of his lord and father" as idle talk and marry according to his own will. Meng Qianxue stated clearly that she had already picked a girl for Xiao Pingjing, but due to an old agreement, she dared not mention it.
Early the next morning, Xiao Pingjing galloped happily on a fast horse across the plains, rushing back to the imperial capital. He saw Lin Xi standing in a pavilion, waiting against the wind, and thought she was waiting for him. Unexpectedly, Lin Xi was actually waiting for the last medicinal ingredient to be delivered, which greatly embarrassed him. The medicinal ingredients personally prepared by Old Hall Master Li were subsequently delivered.
Lin Xi then took the herbs Xiao Pingjing had collected and told him that once everything was ready, she would give him an update after the New Year. Xiao Pingjing felt disappointed seeing Lin Xi's business-like expression, so he also put on a formal look of gratitude. After Lin Xi got into her carriage, she gave him a water bottle, which made him happy again.
People say that infatuated women become foolish, but they don't know that men in love become even more childlike. Lanterns shone brightly, fireworks rose, and the New Year arrived amidst the sound of firecrackers. On the night of the New Year's Eve, people in Jinling visited relatives and friends, exchanging good wishes. The imperial capital was a scene of peace and prosperity.
Inside the Changlin Royal Mansion, the two Xiao brothers changed into festive attire, waiting for their father to lead them into the palace to celebrate the New Year. Xiao Pingzhang took the opportunity to ask his younger brother what he thought about the old engagement he was bound by.
Xiao Pingjing frankly stated that ever since he could remember, his mother had told him about a girl tied to him by an engagement, leaving him no choice, and his father's promise was a responsibility to him. He had thought many times about that girl he had never met, but she had long lost contact, and even if they met, no one would recognize each other; it was merely a thought of Xiao Tingsheng.
In the grand hall of the Imperial Palace, melodious music flowed, and singing and dancing continued. All royal relatives gathered to celebrate the New Year. During the feast, Xiao Pingjing secretly took out cakes homemade by Meng Qianxue for the Crown Prince to taste. The Empress, who was nearby, saw this scene and was so startled she wanted to stand up.
Xiao Pingzhang observed the Empress's reaction, quickly pretended to play with the Crown Prince, snatched a cake, and put it in his own mouth to prove it was not poisoned, thus appeasing the Empress. Xiao Yuanqi, standing to the side and slightly behind, saw that even among relatives, one had to be cautious at every step and guard at all times. He sighed slightly, feeling frustrated.
Being born into the imperial family was simply full of crises everywhere, unlike ordinary people who could freely visit relatives and friends and enjoy peace. After the banquet, King Changlin led his two sons home to observe New Year's Eve and offer incense to their ancestors. What was enshrined in the royal mansion was a wordless memorial tablet, a gift from the late Emperor.
There are countless heroic spirits in the world, not all of whom can leave their names in history. Although this tablet has no words, the sentiment is in the heart. Anyone wishing to mourn someone in their heart can pay respects before this tablet to express their sorrowful thoughts. After the New Year, Xiao Pingjing brought New Year's gifts from Meng Qianxue to visit Lin Xi.
Lin Xi told him that the treatment preparations were ready, but Meng Qianxue needed to cooperate. The truth needed to be told to Meng Qianxue. Xiao Pingjing mentioned that the mastermind might never be found, which made him feel blocked in his heart. Lin Xi comforted him, saying that Meng Qianxue had a broad and open mind and would surely be able to get through this difficult period.
On his way back to the mansion, Xiao Pingjing accidentally encountered Xiao Yuanqi and his friends having drinks. He was bothered by his sister-in-law's matter and wanted to join them to relieve his boredom. However, he overheard Xiao Yuanqi's friend saying that there was a rumor in the capital that Meng Qianxue's infertility was due to King Changlin's excessive killings. Enraged, he immediately taught the person a lesson. Xun Feizhan passed by and stopped him.
Xiao Pingjing fought him to a draw and explained that the person he was hitting had spoken nonsense about the female members of the Changlin Royal Mansion. Upon hearing someone slander Meng Qianxue, Xun Feizhan angrily took the person who had spoken nonsense away. Back home, Xiao Pingjing said that the truth must be told to Meng Qianxue. Xiao Pingzhang had no choice but to tell his wife all the truth.
Meng Qianxue was in great pain upon learning the truth. Xiao Pingzhang comforted her, saying that Lin Xi could treat her, so there must be hope for recovery. He told her not to overthink, but to follow medical advice and cooperate with the treatment. Moreover, no matter the outcome, Xiao Pingzhang would share it with her.
Seeing the Crown Prince playing with plum blossoms in the courtyard, the Emperor couldn't help but think of Consort Shu, who loved red plum blossoms the most, and was filled with sadness. The Emperor mentioned that the envoy delegation was entering the capital and would offer sacrifices to Consort Shu, and he also instructed the Empress to preside over it. The Empress was unwilling in her heart but dared not disobey.
She could only vent her anger on her elder brother Xun Baishui for not informing her in advance. Xun Baishui comforted the Empress, saying that Consort Shu had been dead for a long time, so why be angry and worried about this.
