Oh! My Emperor Season 2 Episode 8 Recap
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Before the meeting with the Empress Dowager, Wangyan, still secretly conspiring, reiterates his plan to kill Luo Feifei first to grieve Beitang Yi, then poison the Emperor and claim he died of depression. Despite the Empress Dowager's initial refusal to see them, Wangyan ensures Luo Feifei is granted an audience. Luo Feifei, nervous, confides in Beitang Yi, expressing that this visit is different as she seeks to clear her people's name and allow Ophiuchus to live honorably in Zodiac State.
Beitang Yi reassures her, revealing a box containing the evidence to clear Ophiuchus: black pearls and white flowers which, when boiled together, form the poison that caused the Ophiuchus people to go mad. During the audience, Luo Feifei and Beitang Yi pay their respects to the Empress Dowager, who expresses suspicion over Luo Feifei's sudden, active presence.
Luo Feifei then presents the evidence regarding the poison brought by Prince Tang from Orion State, explaining it as the key to the Ophiuchus madness, and respectfully implores the Empress Dowager to reveal the truth and clear Ophiuchus's name. As she speaks, Wangyan, who had been hiding and listening, bursts out, attempting to foil the reveal by knocking over the box. However, the box is empty, a trap set by Beitang Yi.
With his scheme exposed, Wangyan attacks Luo Feifei, but Beitang Yi swiftly intervenes, saving her and ordering Wangyan's immediate imprisonment. With Ophiuchus's injustice finally cleared, Beitang Yi congratulates Luo Feifei, noting that the pest plague has also been solved and Prince Tang and Master Xi have returned safely. Xie Yanran asks Luo Feifei about her next plans. Luo Feifei, joyful from the successful redress, playfully asks Xie Yanran if the Queen's palace is large.
Beitang Yi, standing behind them, teases that someone has long coveted the Zodiac State Queen's position. Xie Yanran then excuses herself. Luo Feifei playfully compliments Beitang Yi's handsome appearance, expressing her desire to claim such an emperor, and suggests they "do some sports" when they return to the palace. Beitang Yi, misinterpreting her flirtatious hint, enthusiastically agrees to go running, much to Luo Feifei's disappointment.
In the imperial court, Beitang Yi formally announces the clearing of Ophiuchus's name and the reinstatement of their Constellation Lord. He then commends Beitang Tang and Shang Yu for their crucial role in uncovering the truth about Ophiuchus's madness, revealing Orion State's involvement in setting Ophiuchus up, and awards them ten thousand Constellation coins each. Beitang Tang humbly attributes their discovery to divine blessing.
Beitang Yi further explains that while Orion State is the Empress Dowager's homeland, she prioritizes Zodiac State. He clarifies that he chose to address the internal crises of madness and pestilence before retaliating against Orion State to prevent upheaval within the state. Later, as preparations for the succession ceremony progress, the court discusses contributions, agreeing that the wealthy will provide money and the strong will provide labor.
Ultimately, only Beitang Yi and Beitang Tang offer money, while the ministers pledge their labor. Mei Daren, meanwhile, laments the ceremony's escalating budget, blaming Luo Feifei for being a spendthrift, even suggesting Su Xunxian should cover the extra costs, which Su Xunxian protests, offering only his labor. Luo Feifei meets with her Ophiuchus people, who express their comfort in their current village life, having grown accustomed to past discriminations.
Luo Feifei reassures them that after the upcoming succession ceremony, their Constellation Lord will be fully restored, and they will enjoy equal standing with all other constellations, free from any past prejudices. Beitang Tang later gives Bai Wuchen a book titled "Seeking Flowers and Asking Willows," claiming his brother used it successfully to win Luo Feifei and hoping it helps Bai Wuchen win over Chu Shengnan.
The grand succession ceremony takes place that night, with a festive atmosphere, vibrant banners, and continuous music. Beitang Yi addresses the gathered crowd, declaring his wish for all thirteen constellations to remain united from this day forward, as only through their solidarity can the Zodiac State enjoy everlasting peace and happiness.
Following this, Luo Feifei, as the new Constellation Lord of Ophiuchus, stands with her people and pledges their loyalty to Beitang Yi and the populace, vowing to advance alongside the other twelve constellations to protect the state and ensure its prosperity. After her vow, Beitang Yi asks Luo Feifei if she has any words to share as the new Constellation Lord.
Luo Feifei, reverting to her cheerful self, launches into a speech that bewilders the audience, greeting everyone and declaring her intent to lead Ophiuchus in harmony with the twelve constellations, working together to plant trees, pave roads, and pursue higher GDP goals to improve people's living standards. Mei Daren wonders if she is casting spells. To further liven the atmosphere, Luo Feifei offers to sing, claiming to be a good vocalist fond of challenging songs.
However, she proceeds to sing "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star." Despite her unusual performance, Beitang Yi and the Prince of Chen gaze at her with deep affection. Amidst the ongoing festivities, Bai Wuchen subtly pulls Chu Shengnan aside and asks if he is her "little star," to which she playfully responds that he is a "little monkey." Gathering his courage, Bai Wuchen confesses his feelings, telling her he likes her.
Chu Shengnan, feigning not hearing clearly, asks him to repeat himself, but Bai Wuchen becomes shy and retracts his words. In response, Chu Shengnan leans in and kisses him, then affectionately embraces his shoulder, leaving Bai Wuchen beaming with unadulterated happiness.
