Oh! My Emperor Season 2 Episode 7 Recap
> Oh! My Emperor Season 2 Recap
Xia Bing arrived with Tang Wang at a city in the Orion State, where she promptly left him. Tang Wang called out, reminding her she had promised to take responsibility for him, but Xia Bing merely told him to go away. Meanwhile, in the Zodiac State, ministers reported that what was initially thought to be a monster was, in fact, a severe pest plague. Black and red hard-shelled pests were everywhere, destroying fields and causing immense suffering among the people.
The infestation had spread from the fields into the city within days, leading to widespread rumors of strange omens and rampant monsters. The ministers explained that these pests destroyed everything in their path, leaving behind a thick, foul-smelling mucus. More terrifyingly, they were known to eat humans, instantly tearing apart anyone who fell into their midst, leaving little behind. When threatened, these pests would coalesce into a massive, fearsome creature known as Jixiong.
Responding to these dire reports, Beitang Yi commanded Mei Daren and Zhang Tianzheng to investigate the source of the pests. He also ordered General Chu Shengnan to lead elite troops into the city to protect the citizens and eliminate every pest they encountered. In the imperial prison, Xie Yanran arrived to rescue Luo Feifei. Their joy was short-lived as the Grand Empress Dowager unexpectedly appeared, locking them inside the cell and confiscating the key.
Just then, news reached the palace that Tang Wang had returned, greatly relieving Beitang Yi. Tang Wang, fatigued but recovering, was taken to rest before meeting His Majesty. Back in prison, Luo Feifei played cards with the jailers. They discussed the ongoing pest plague, and a jailer attempted to draw one of the creatures for Luo Feifei, but she couldn't identify it. Soon after, the very bugs they were discussing appeared inside the prison.
Luo Feifei immediately recognized them, exclaiming they were crayfish. Tang Wang, having recovered, reported to Beitang Yi that the Ophiuchus people’s poisoning was orchestrated by the Orion State. They had developed a mind-controlling poison to subjugate the Ophiuchus people, which served to divert attention from the Orion State, reduce their own risks and resource expenditure, and ultimately enable an internal strike against the Zodiac State.
Beitang Yi thanked Tang Wang for the crucial information, promising him an iron back elephant as a reward. As the pest plague intensified, none of the Twelve Star Lords could offer a viable solution, and people began to starve. Fearing a potential riot, Beitang Yi issued an order to open the granaries and distribute food, aiming to stabilize the populace and gain time to effectively solve the problem.
Tang Wang, now back in the palace, persistently pleaded with the Grand Empress Dowager to release Luo Feifei. Chen Wang subtly supported him, suggesting that Luo Feifei might be able to resolve the pest plague. The Grand Empress Dowager was already anxious about the crisis, especially as the pests had spread to her own Qingxin Palace.
Though initially hesitant about Luo Feifei, her resolve broke when palace staff frantically reported a massive infestation in Qingxin Palace, even presenting a foot-long crayfish. Terrified, the Grand Empress Dowager immediately ordered Luo Feifei's release. After her release, Luo Feifei learned from Xie Yanran that Tang Wang had been instrumental in her freedom. Beitang Yi and Luo Feifei then went to visit Tang Wang.
Beitang Yi brought a physician, but Tang Wang insisted he was fine and didn't need medical attention, finding the fuss troublesome. Luo Feifei gently reminded him that Beitang Yi was simply looking out for his well-being. Tang Wang then tried to elicit sympathy, leading Luo Feifei to offer him a comforting hug, but Beitang Yi intervened, pulling Tang Wang into a hug himself. Delighted by the abundance of crayfish spreading throughout the city, Luo Feifei promptly cooked three plates.
Both Chu Shengnan and Xie Yanran were apprehensive about trying them. Luo Feifei skillfully provoked Chu Shengnan, questioning her valor, until Chu Shengnan, though visibly nervous, finally picked up a crayfish. Beitang Yi observed the scene with a subtle smile. Soon after, the Emperor hosted a banquet, introducing crayfish as a new dish to his ministers. Their reactions varied greatly, with some relishing the taste, others staunchly refusing, and a few bravely taking the plunge.
Luo Feifei quickly capitalized on the situation, starting a crayfish business. Mei Daren grumbled that Luo Feifei refused to sell him the brand for her spicy crayfish for 400 C-coins. He was stunned when Su Xunxian revealed he had paid 40,000 C-coins for it. Across the city, crayfish became a popular delicacy, with citizens enthusiastically catching them. Even the Grand Empress Dowager was eager to enjoy the popular dish.
However, as she was about to eat, a young man named Wang Yan coldly reminded her that she was too engrossed in personal pleasure, forgetting the critical plans for their nation. He pointed out that the growing closeness between Beitang Yi and Luo Feifei was hindering the Orion State's strategy to sow discord between the Ophiuchus and Zodiac States.
He proposed a chilling plan: first, to kill Luo Feifei to cause Beitang Yi immense grief, and then to poison Beitang Yi and declare his death was due to depression. The Grand Empress Dowager, while acknowledging her grandson's unfortunate fate, did not fully align with the Orion State's extreme measures, given that Beitang Yi was her own flesh and blood. At that moment, Beitang Yi and Luo Feifei requested an audience. The Grand Empress Dowager initially refused, but Wang Yan, with an air of authority, publicly announced for Lord Luo to be ushered in.
