Novoland: Pearl Eclipse Episode 48 (Ending) Recap
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Rebels launched a major attack on Tianqi City, creating an uncertain situation as the soldiers fiercely defended the city walls. The Secret Force located Consort Shurong Tilan in the sealed Lord Chang's Mansion, which was surrounded by numerous rebels. Recognizing Tilan's advanced pregnancy, the Secret Force hesitated to act rashly. A single messenger was sent back to report while the others remained hidden to guard her.
Emperor Xu, deeply concerned for Tilan's safety, refused to delegate her rescue, vowing that the pain of losing Zizan years ago would not be repeated. He insisted on going himself. Emperor Xu commanded twenty elite members of the Secret Force to accompany him. He also ordered Commander Chen to take charge of military affairs and ensure no one knew of his departure from the Palace.
Despite the inherent dangers, Mu Deqing, Tilan's eunuch, insisted on joining Emperor Xu, bringing a carriage for Tilan's comfort. Having served the Emperor for many years, Mu Deqing declared he had no other place to go and wished to die in loyal service. Meanwhile, inside the mansion, Tilan confronted her maid, Bizi, about relaying messages to Zhunian.
Bizi confessed to sending information and revealed she was behind the poisoned soup in Yu'an Palace, but insisted it was not meant to harm Tilan. Instead, she had intended to create a situation that would prompt Emperor Xu to move Tilan to a new palace, thus allowing Bizi to resume communication with Zhunian. Realizing the gravity of her actions, Bizi vowed to protect Tilan with her life. Following Tilan’s instructions, Bizi feigned distress, luring the approaching rebels inside.
Together, master and servant managed to subdue them. Just as more rebels arrived, Emperor Xu appeared and rescued Tilan, leading his elite guards back towards the Imperial Palace. However, their path was intercepted by a large rebel force led by Eunuch Shi Lin. Shi Lin revealed himself to be a Zhunian agent who had been undercover in Dazheng for years, his sole purpose being the dethronement of Emperor Xu. Emperor Xu fought valiantly, but the rebels began to overwhelm them.
In a critical moment, Fang Jianming appeared, protecting Emperor Xu. He urged the Emperor to take Tilan back to the Palace while he single-handedly faced the rebels. Fang Jianming advanced steadily towards Shi Lin, who, intimidated, attempted to flee but was ultimately killed by Fang Jianming's sword. As Tilan was about to give birth, Emperor Xu found a secluded house to shelter her. He instructed Bizi and Mu Deqing to attend to her while he stood guard outside.
Soon, Solan led rebels to their location. Emperor Xu fought fiercely. As the cry of a newborn baby echoed, he finally let out a sigh of relief, his strength failing. Several spears pierced deeply into Emperor Xu's chest. As Solan moved to strike again, Tilan threw herself in front of Emperor Xu, shielding him from the blow. Emperor Xu's eyes widened in disbelief, while Tilan appeared at peace, determined not to live without him.
When Fang Jianming rushed to their side, it was too late. He swiftly cut down Solan. Fang Jianming tried to bring Emperor Xu back to the Palace for Physician Li's treatment, but the Emperor had lost too much blood and was beyond saving. Fang Jianming's voice managed to pull Emperor Xu's fading consciousness back, allowing him to utter his last wishes.
Emperor Xu entrusted the people of Dazheng and his newborn child to Fang Jianming, asking him to live on for them. Meanwhile, Fang Haishi arrived in Tianqi City with Commander Chen's troops and captured the rebel leader, Tang Qianzi. Upon learning of Tilan's death, Tang Qianzi was overcome with grief and committed suicide, bringing an end to the rebellion.
Physician Li, examining the newborn prince, reported that due to his premature birth, his breath was reversed, and he suffered from congenital deficiencies, leaving little hope for his survival. To preserve Emperor Xu's only bloodline, Fang Jianming made the solemn decision to perform Baixi once more, allowing spiritual vines to bind him completely to the Imperial Palace. With the newborn prince's fragile health and the unstable political situation, a legitimate figure was needed to assist him.
Fang Haishi agreed to remain in Tianqi as Madam Pearl. Before darkness consumed his consciousness, Fang Jianming heard Haishi speak of a parallel world. In that world, they met by chance, became a joyful, bickering pair, and years later, married and raised a family, fulfilling their unspoken wishes. Reflecting on this, Fang Jianming felt both comfort and sorrow, lamenting that they had not met in his best years as an ordinary couple in a peaceful world.
With no other choice, Fang Jianming rested his head on Haishi's lap, his eyes heavy with exhaustion, and asked her to remember to wake him up. On August 28th, in the sixteenth year of Tianxiang, Emperor Shunwu of Dazheng passed away. The reign was subsequently renamed Jingheng. His eldest son, Prince Weiyun, was honored in Fengwu Palace, and Consort Chunrong Fang was granted the title of Empress Dowager to rule from behind the curtain.
On December 5th of the same year, Emperor Shunwu was buried at Piling Mausoleum, and the Imperial Secretariat proposed the posthumous temple name, "Gaozu of Dazheng." Since the death of the old Lord of Right Pudun, the new King Duohan had unified the Left and Right Huku tribes and accepted the submission of other tribes, bringing the vast Hanzhou under one rule. Duohan proclaimed himself Bolaha Khan, meaning "Black Mane King" in Huku.
Soon after, an alliance document reached Tianqi City, accompanied by a personal letter from the Khan. In it, he promised that Huangquan Pass would serve as the boundary, ensuring non-aggression and mutual support for all future generations. At this time, Fang Zhuoying finally reunited with his beloved Zhe Liu. The two rode their horses across the vast grassland, embracing their future together. Five years passed.
Prince Weiyun conscientiously fulfilled his duties as a monarch, diligently studying under his Grand Mentor, Fang Jianming, and seeking life wisdom from his mother, the Empress Dowager. Fang Haishi taught him that as an Emperor, he would face difficulties and dangers far more terrifying than sharks. She emphasized that only by having unwavering faith and protecting his people, just as his father had done, could he become a true wise ruler.
Knowing his mother's concern for the Grand Mentor, Prince Weiyun suggested they visit him together. As the sun set, the two figures, one large and one small, slowly walked towards Zhaoming Palace.
