Princess Silver Episode 44 Recap, Plot

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Yali visited her father, Sun Jizhou, in prison to learn of Prince Li’s decision regarding her punishment. Sun Jizhou inquired if Wu You had mentioned any punishment, but Yali simply stated that Wu You had said and done nothing, making her feel as though she had never even existed to him.

Sun Jizhou interpreted this inaction as a sign of lingering old affection, but Yali sharply retorted that there had never been any old affection between her and Wu You, only newly found hatred. Sun Jizhou urged Yali to remain in the manor, promising to find a way to get her out and give her a better life, even if he couldn't stage a comeback.

Yali was aghast that her father still wouldn't give up, lamenting how adhering to his teachings of grasping what one desires tightly had only led her to be discarded like a worn-out shoe, her desired love exploited, and her status reduced to a trampled pit. Sun Jizhou insisted all his actions were for her benefit, but Yali passionately rejected this, stating she only now realized the father she had admired was a traitor who brought disaster upon the country.

She confessed she could no longer discern truth from his lies and had no reason to trust him. Sun Jizhou, admitting his past lies about the Silver-Haired Demon and killing those who opposed him, vehemently denied being a traitor or involvement in the northern camp mutiny. Despite his pleas for her belief, Yali declared that his portrayals of justice, virtue, and fatherly love were merely facades for his inner ugliness.

She concluded that their father-daughter relationship was severed, and from that moment, his plans and fate would be entirely unrelated to her. Sun Jizhou, in distress, called out to her as she departed, unable to comprehend her finality. Upon returning to her manor, Yali found it in disarray, with valuable possessions being seized. Former deferential servants shamelessly demanded their wages, even suggesting she bestow remaining valuables upon them rather than letting them be confiscated.

Enraged, Yali grabbed a vase and smashed it to the ground, declaring she would rather destroy everything than let them profit. Overwhelmed by the day's events, Yali collapsed. That evening, inside the Serene Hill Inn, Rong Le (Man Yao) and Wu You embraced. Rong Le gently touched his silver hair, her heart aching with guilt and compassion, knowing he had taken the Ageing Frost, which caused unimaginable pain and reduced one's lifespan by ten years.

Wu You reassured her, saying that this was merely an earlier fulfillment of his vow at the Lantern Festival to hold her hand until they were old and gray. Rong Le confessed that in this short day, she had experienced both the most profound pain and the greatest happiness. Wu You promised that from now on, there would only be happiness, no more suffering. He then asked her to marry him that very night. Rong Le, finally unburdened, wholeheartedly accepted.

Under the watchful moon, with the sky and land as their matchmakers, Zongzheng Wuyou pledged to take Man Yao as his wife, to be together until death separated them, sealing their union by sharing cups of tea in place of nuptial wine.

Wu You promised a grand wedding after they unified Northern Lin and wiped away past humiliations, but Rong Le expressed her preference for their current simple union, born of love under the moon and stars, a bond more enduring than any lavish ceremony. Wu You, still finding their reality dream-like, felt a light kiss on his lips from Rong Le, confirming their profound connection. That night, she finally surrendered herself completely to him, free of reservations.

The following morning, in court, Prince Fanyang officiated their wedding, with Prince Chen as the witness. Man Yao was formally enthroned as Princess Consort Rong Le of Prince Li, and for her significant contributions to policy reforms and assistance in governance, she was granted the unprecedented right to attend court alongside Prince Li and co-rule the nation. After the ceremony, Wu You and Rong Le visited his ancestral temple.

Before his parents' spirit tablets, Wu You solemnly declared Man Yao his wife and a part of their family, imploring his parents' spirits to bless and protect them, ensuring their safety and the eventual unification of Northern Lin.

Unbeknownst to Wu You, Rong Le harbored her own silent guilt during this visit, believing Wu You’s abandonment of Zhongshan and Lady Yun’s solitary confinement in the mausoleum were due to her, wishing to bear that sin alone and praying they would not blame Wu You for it. Later, Wu Yu prepared to depart to defend the border with General Luo Zhi.

Wu You advised him to report any northern movements swiftly, acknowledging that Fu Chou's actions, like fabricating the "Silver-Haired Demon" rumor, indicated his continued refusal to give up. Wu Yu expressed deep self-blame and pain for his parents' fate, wishing he had been more capable to prevent it, and longed for an immediate decisive battle with Fu Chou, who had murdered their father.

Wu You understood his brother's feelings, sharing his own guilt, but explained their current strategy of "transformation" was to allow the people to recuperate and the country to grow strong, aiming to conquer the world with minimal sacrifice when the time was right. He revealed he had instructed Leng Yan to allow the Serene Hill Inn to operate normally, anticipating it as a trap for Fu Chou. Meanwhile, Yali, having recovered from her collapse, received a visit from Ling Yue.

Ling Yue, who had been informed by Chun Ni and had promptly summoned a physician, lovingly fed Yali medicine, encouraging her to live well from now on. Yali, deeply moved that Ling Yue still visited her when everyone else avoided her, expressed gratitude for the unexpected friendship and promised to repay her if ever given the chance, to which Ling Yue jovially replied she would collect generously when the time came.

Wu You later brought Rong Le to visit the adopted children at a local school, hoping to alleviate her recent depression and headaches caused by overthinking. The children, delighted, gathered around, introducing themselves by names given by Prince Li, such as Ya Ge, Zi Jin, Bo Yu, and Bo Rong. As Rong Le listened to them recite a classical poem about Emperor Wen, fragments of memory flickered in her mind.

She asked Wu You why he chose that particular poem, and he explained it was the first one his late teacher taught him as a child. Wu You then recounted a mischievous childhood tale: how he almost kicked a maid into the water while playing on a swing, a swing gifted by his late teacher. He mentioned making a windchime as a return gift and how he later abandoned the swing to immerse himself in weapon training.

Rong Le found the story uncannily familiar, wondering if the child in the memory was herself, and who the "Brother" gifting the windchime might be. The resurfacing memories triggered a severe headache, prompting Wu You to immediately take her to Ke'er. Wu You directly questioned Ke'er, suspecting Rong Le had been hiding her relapses. Ke'er initially deflected, blaming Wu You for overworking Rong Le.

However, when pressed about a recent outing with Wu Yu, Ke'er admitted they had gone to collect herbs but failed to find them. She showed Wu You a record of "Blood Raven Root," explaining it was a magical herb, now taken by someone else. Wu You, still suspicious, demanded the truth about Rong Le's condition and treatment progress.

Ke'er, remembering Rong Le’s explicit instructions not to reveal her poisoning, especially to Wu You, quickly fabricated a story: Princess Rong Le's headache was minor, and Blood Raven Root was merely a remedy for headaches and to darken hair, growing in the dangerous Youji Mountain. She claimed she didn’t tell him to avoid disappointment if she failed.

Rong Le, sensing Ke'er's nervousness, playfully interjected to ease Wu You’s suspicions, confirming she had recovered and that Ke'er hadn't been on a date with Wu Yu. Wu You, partially convinced, decided to leave. Meanwhile, Xiang Ying meticulously observed Serene Hill Inn, sensing something amiss. He subtly returned to his hidden residence, where Hen Xiang and their child were sheltering. Hen Xiang praised his hidden weapon skills, acknowledging their dependence on him for survival over the past year.

She also spoke of their daughter's improved health, thanking him for helping her child thrive. Xiang Ying, acknowledging them as his only family, declared his duty to protect them. However, he urgently commanded Hen Xiang to pack their belongings and flee Qingzhou southward, promising to follow using their secret codes. Hen Xiang questioned his abrupt decision to abandon their hard-won refuge, asking if it was related to the "Silver-Haired Demon" rumors.

Xiang Ying refused to explain, insisting she trust him this one time for their daughter's safety, claiming some things were better left unknown. As Rong Le was dressing, a dart pierced the wall, carrying a note: "Invite from an old friend. Come to Gunian Pavilion in Serene Hill Inn." Curious, Rong Le decided to go, donning her sword and hat. She instructed Ling Yue to notify Wu You if she didn't return within four hours, emphasizing the exact time frame.

Unbeknownst to her, Hen Xiang, tracing Xiang Ying's movements, also arrived at Serene Hill Inn and spotted Rong Le entering the pavilion. Inside the designated private room, Rong Le found a wooden box conspicuously placed, containing Blood Raven Root. Moments later, Fu Chou emerged from the shadows. After over a year apart, their reunion was fraught with tension and a heavy silence.

Concurrently, Ling Yue rushed to find Wu You, but Leng Yan informed her he had already departed the manor. Ling Yue, frantic with worry about Rong Le's safety, handed him the mysterious invitation note. Leng Yan's expression hardened as he realized the gravity of the situation; Wu You had just received intelligence of Fu Chou's presence at Serene Hill Inn and was already en route with guards.

Back at the inn, Fu Chou attempted to reassure Rong Le, stating he had only come to give her something, specifically the Blood Raven Root. Rong Le sharply interrupted him, accusing him of orchestrating the "Silver-Haired Demon" rumors that had led to her public vilification and Wu You’s condemnation. She scorned his pretense of kindness, questioning his motives for offering the herb now. Fu Chou wondered if her intense hatred distorted her perception of him.

Rong Le, however, asserted that he overestimated himself; her heart, having found profound happiness in the past year, was now so filled with love for Wu You that there was simply no room left for hatred towards him.

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