Princess Silver Episode 12 Recap, Plot

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Inside a secret chamber, Long Yue frantically searched for "The Book of Mountains and Rivers." Meanwhile, Rong Le stared at the paintings on the wall, fragments of memories surfacing in her mind. Based on these visions, she located the precise whereabouts of the ancient text. As they exited the chamber, they were discovered. Long Yue bravely created a diversion, drawing the attention of the guards to allow Rong Le to escape ahead.

Wuyou patiently waited for Rong Le on a bridge, amidst the bustling crowd. To his relief, she finally appeared, though he remained unaware that she had come to bid him a final farewell. Under the soft glow of the moon, amidst a vibrant display of lanterns, Wuyou took Rong Le's hand. They strolled through the streets like any ordinary couple, admiring the lights and sharing quiet conversation.

They arrived at a wishing tree, where Wuyou suggested they write down their wishes. He confessed that he once found such acts foolish, believing results only came from hard work. But with Rong Le by his side, he felt as if he were in a fantasy, vulnerable to what fate might hold, yet he found himself hoping that destiny would favor them. Rong Le reassured him that he would not let her down.

After writing their wishes, Wuyou asked Rong Le what she had written, but she playfully refused to tell. He offered to show her his, jokingly stating he wished for "a house full of children." As he handed her the paper, a gust of wind carried it into the river. Without hesitation, Rong Le plunged into the water to retrieve it, and Wuyou immediately followed. Once he found her safe, she gently kissed his cheek.

Meanwhile, Rong Qi, having concluded a banquet, went to see Rong Le. Upon seeing a gift from Wuyou to Rong Le on a table, he was consumed by anger, almost shattering the item before reluctantly placing it back. Wuyou escorted Rong Le back to Moon Embrace Teahouse. Rong Le returned his salvaged wish paper, which was now barely legible.

Wuyou then presented her with a white chess piece, a memento from their very first meeting, stating that it held their most wonderful memories and hoped it would remind her of him, just as it reminded him of her. He urged her to change into dry clothes to avoid catching a cold. As he turned to leave, Rong Le softly whispered "Goodbye," her eyes brimming with profound sorrow. Wuyou bade her farewell, promising to be there the next day.

After Wuyou's departure, Rong Le prepared to leave, bidding farewell to Chen Yu and Xiao Wei and offering them parting gifts. Chen Yu tearfully pleaded to stay by her side, but Rong Le instructed her to remain at the teahouse, assuring her that Long Yue would assist if she ever wished to leave.

Long Yue then handed "The Book of Mountains and Rivers" to Rong Le, questioning her decision to return to Western Qi and hand over the book to Rong Qi. She urged Rong Le to consider her own happiness and Prince Li's deep affection, suggesting that since Rong Qi had already obtained the book, Rong Le's mission was complete, and she could stay and live happily with Wuyou.

Rong Le sadly shook her head, stating she could no longer face Wuyou and had no choice but to prioritize her nation and brother, expressing a wish that she were not the Princess of Western Qi. As they spoke, royal guards arrived, demanding to know who "Miss Man Yao" was and promptly arresting Rong Le. Concurrently, Wuyou returned to his residence, learning that intruders had infiltrated his home and fought Leng Yan before escaping.

Soon after, he received the alarming news that "Miss Man Yao" had been arrested by the Royal Guards. At the palace, the Northern Lin Emperor interrogated Rong Le about her relationship with Prince Li. Rong Le firmly asserted that there was nothing between them. Just as she finished speaking, Wuyou rushed in and knelt beside her. The Emperor, enraged by Wuyou's swift arrival, chastised his impatience, insinuating that his rapid appearance revealed the depth of Rong Le's importance to him.

Wuyou defiantly retorted that not everyone was as cold-hearted and calculating in love as the Emperor. The Emperor offered Wuyou a proposal: if he married Princess Rong Le of Western Qi, "Miss Man Yao" would be spared and allowed to become his second wife. Wuyou vehemently refused, declaring that he needed no second wife, as Rong Le was the only woman he would ever marry.

He reminded the Emperor of their prior agreement: if he found "The Book of Mountains and Rivers" within six months, he would have autonomy over his marriage and the right to reinitiate reforms. The Emperor, while acknowledging the agreement, insisted on holding Rong Le hostage, threatening her life if Wuyou failed to meet the deadline. Wuyou, undeterred, declared his intention to take Rong Le with him, regardless of the consequences.

As the tension between father and son escalated, the Emperor delivered a final ultimatum: marry Princess Rong Le of Western Qi, or the hostage would die. Wuyou, refusing to yield to threats, stated there were only two possible outcomes: either he would leave with Rong Le, or they would both perish there. At that moment, an attendant announced the arrival of Emperor Qi and Princess Rong Le at the main hall. Rong Le expressed her surprise at the news.

Wuyou, seeing an opportunity, declared he would confront and settle matters with "this Princess Rong Le" in front of his father. Wuyou escorted Rong Le to the main hall, where many high-ranking officials, including Fu Chou, were already present. The Northern Lin Emperor and Emperor Qi entered, followed by an imposter "Princess Rong Le" and Xiao Sha. Rong Le was astonished to see the imposter, noting the striking similarity in her figure and even her voice.

She quietly questioned Wuyou why he had refused the princess, asking if his failure to find "The Book of Mountains and Rivers" would force him to marry her and abandon his reform plans. Wuyou gently reassured her, promising to find the book and only marry her, vowing to protect her for the rest of his life, even if he failed. He then assured her that he would publicly reject the princess.

The Northern Lin Emperor then instructed the imposter Princess Rong Le to choose her future husband, with Rong Qi's full endorsement. The "princess" walked among the assembled guests and approached Wuyu, who immediately recoiled, declaring that he would still frequent pleasure houses even if he married her. As Wuyu refused to accept her tea, creating an awkward silence, Fu Chou stepped forward, taking the cup from the "princess" and drinking its contents, signifying his acceptance of the marriage.

The Emperor promptly decreed the marriage between General Fu Chou of Northern Lin and "Princess Rong Le" of Qi, to take place in three days. Wuyou briefly congratulated Fu Chou, subtly warning him to maintain distance from "Miss Man Yao," whom he claimed he had Wuyu send back to Moon Embrace Teahouse. Fu Chou, in turn, acknowledged that Wuyou had gotten what he wanted.

Wuyou then told his father that he would return to the Imperial Court, clarifying that his decision was not a surrender of love but driven by his concern for Rong Le and his commitment to reinitiating his reforms. He demanded that his father no longer interfere with his personal life, vowing to find "The Book of Mountains and Rivers" and bring about positive change for Northern Lin. Meanwhile, Wuyu expressed his relief that the "troublesome engagement" was finally over.

Rong Le hurried to the Princess Manor, determined to uncover the truth. She overheard Rong Qi and Fu Chou discussing their long-standing plans. Fu Chou acknowledged that Rong Qi's unwavering support was pivotal to his swift ascent as Northern Lin's General of Defense. He affirmed his commitment to marrying "Rong Le" as planned and anticipated gaining control of Northern Lin with Rong Qi's continued backing, expressing readiness for all of Rong Qi's schemes, including those involving "Miss Man Yao."

Unable to contain herself, Rong Le stepped out, confronting them and realizing that Fu Chou had known her true identity all along, and that this elaborate deception was entirely Rong Qi's plan. She confronted Rong Qi, accusing him of orchestrating her marriage to Fu Chou to overthrow Northern Lin, and of using an imposter for the public ceremony so he could take her back to Western Qi.

Rong Qi dismissed her accusations as a "tantrum," reiterating that Princess Rong Le of Western Qi would indeed marry General Fu Chou of Northern Lin in three days. Rong Le questioned why she was sent to find the book if this marriage was his true motive, expressing profound confusion and betrayal over his years of manipulation. She accused him of exploiting her relationship with Wuyou for his own gain.

Rong Qi explained his actions were to protect her identity and his agents from Wuyou's suspicions, claiming he adapted his plans for her benefit. He promised to bring her home to Western Qi one year after her marriage to Fu Chou, provided she handed over the book. However, Rong Le, feeling like a pawn, no longer trusted him, questioning if he had ever considered her feelings. Distraught, she fled the manor.

Xiao Sha and Ling Yue attempted to stop her, but Rong Qi prevented them, confidently stating she would return because he believed she still cared for and trusted him most. Later, Rong Le confided in Long Yue, expressing her anguish over her brother's betrayal and her struggle to reconcile her past trust in him with his deceitful schemes since she lost her memories. Long Yue offered comfort, suggesting Rong Qi might have had his own complex reasons for his actions.

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