Resumo do episódio 9 de Eternal Love of the Fox
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Huo Xiangjiu, deeply anxious about finding her father and worried about being expelled from Ningshuang Palace by Princess Ningshuang, found herself distraught on a rooftop late one night. Feng Mochen appeared, bringing her some pastries. He noted that she skipped meals and worried about her stomach, warning her that her internal organs might rise up to settle accounts with her.
Huo Xiangjiu dismissed his concern, stating that she was too busy to eat and what she truly feared was losing her chance to stay in Ningshuang Palace, as she had finally found a lead in her search that she couldn't afford to lose. Seeking a new approach, Huo Xiangjiu playfully asked Feng Mochen if he found her beautiful and if he would consider marrying her. Taken aback, Feng Mochen questioned her sudden inquiry.
She explained that if they were to marry, her father would also become his father, and he would surely exert all his effort to help find him. She further suggested leveraging his connections to the celestial realm, hoping to find powerful divine beings who might provide clues. Feng Mochen was amused, reminding her that true immortals do not concern themselves with worldly possessions or financial transactions, unlike the profiteers who exploit their names.
Realizing there were no "back doors" to the celestial realm, Huo Xiangjiu despaired about how to proceed. Feng Mochen then asked if she still wished to remain in Ningshuang Palace, hinting that the most powerful magic lies in the human heart. Understanding Huo Xiangjiu's determination to stay, Feng Mochen devised a plan. He took Huo Xiangjiu to meet the Emperor. Given Feng Mochen's history of saving the Emperor's life multiple times, the Emperor held him in high regard.
During their audience, Huo Xiangjiu respectfully introduced herself as Huo Xiangjiu. The Emperor recalled meeting her before and confirmed she was close to Feng Mochen, stating that anyone close to His Grace was welcome. He offered her an All-Inclusive Tonic Soup, insisting she sit with him. Huo Xiangjiu humbly expressed her gratitude, mentioning her father had taught her to be gentle, virtuous, well-educated, and courteous.
The Emperor remarked on her grace, contrasting it with his daughter, Princess Ningshuang, who gave him headaches with her fiery temper and constant swordplay. Feng Mochen seized the opportunity, suggesting Huo Xiangjiu be appointed to Ningshuang Palace to teach Princess Ningshuang etiquette. Huo Xiangjiu feigned reluctance, claiming she wouldn't dare teach a princess, but the Emperor found the idea appealing.
Although he acknowledged Ningshuang's stubbornness and warned Huo Xiangjiu of potential difficulties, Huo Xiangjiu expressed her gratitude and promised to teach the Princess well. An imperial decree was promptly issued, formally appointing Huo Xiangjiu as the Mentor to Princess Ningshuang, with a long list of honorable titles. The decree explicitly stated that Princess Ningshuang must mend her unruly ways and would not be granted an audience with the Emperor until she had reformed.
Princess Ningshuang, despite her objections, had no choice but to accept the imperial order. Huo Xiangjiu, now holding the title of Mentor, confronted Princess Ningshuang, boldly asserting her authority. She openly challenged Ningshuang's tyrannical rule, citing an instance where a maid was beaten for a simple fart.
Huo Xiangjiu declared that from now on, everyone in Ningshuang Palace was free to fart as they pleased, under her authority, adding that she would uncover any secrets held within the palace to find her father. News of Huo Xiangjiu's appointment reached Crown Prince Fuying, who was discussing Princess Ningshuang's unruly behavior with one of his attendants.
The attendant exaggerated Ningshuang's insults towards the Crown Prince and brazenly suggested marrying Ningshuang "to him" to keep her in line, later even proposing marrying Huo Xiangjiu as well. The Crown Prince dismissed the idea, expressing frustration that Feng Mochen was already a problem, and now Huo Xiangjiu was another. However, Attendant Lü, a trusted advisor, intervened, remarking that perhaps it wasn't a bad thing.
He believed that Feng Mochen and Huo Xiangjiu shared an unusual relationship, and controlling Huo Xiangjiu could be the key to controlling Feng Mochen's weakness. Attendant Lü also revealed that it was Huo Xiangjiu who reported to the Emperor about the Crown Prince's wife, which led to Steward Sun's visit to the Eastern Palace regarding the Princess Consort matter.
Meanwhile, the Emperor was displeased to learn about the potential divorce between Crown Prince Fuying and his wife, fearing it would damage the royal family's reputation. At the Eastern Palace, the Crown Prince and his wife shared a strained relationship. The Crown Prince sternly warned his wife against pursuing a divorce, emphasizing that his father would not approve.
He was about to physically confront her, but his wife quickly reminded him that an imperial decree protected her, implying that striking her would be defying the Emperor himself. The Crown Prince reluctantly withdrew his hand. His wife then coldly told him not to approach her again and asked if he intended for her to spend the rest of her life like this.
The Crown Prince retorted that it was his business, warning her that he was not as simple as she thought, and her innocence made her unfit for their current situation. He threatened that if "he" found out, her entire family would perish. Despite his threats, his wife subtly reminded him of his lingering care. Later, the Crown Prince tried to reconcile with his wife, presenting her with a pearl necklace from Lord Gongsun.
He insisted on putting it on her, admiring her beauty and reminiscing about how enchanted he was when they first met. He questioned why they were even considering divorce when they could be a loving couple. He admitted his past actions were inconsiderate, including his handling of Huo Xiangjiu. He told his wife that Huo Xiangjiu was now at Ningshuang Palace and suggested she visit her to offer his apologies. His wife agreed.
As he tried to initiate intimacy, she firmly refused, to which he sternly reminded her to be grateful. Back at Ningshuang Palace, Feng Mochen correctly anticipated that Huo Xiangjiu's new life as a mentor would be challenging. He dispatched his subordinate, Mao Jin, to deliver an array of comforts to her.
Mao Jin arrived with an abundance of delicious food, skilled masseurs, and even blueprints for a new "Huoxiang Palace" twice the size of Ningshuang Palace, to be built next door, personally designed by Feng Mochen to ensure Huo Xiangjiu's comfort. Princess Ningshuang scoffed, suggesting Huo Xiangjiu might as well take over the entire Ningshuang Palace.
Mao Jin explained that Ningshuang Palace was too small for Huo Xiangjiu, prompting Huo Xiangjiu to protest that the extravagant plans were wasteful and instructed Mao Jin to return everything except the food. Mao Jin worried about facing Feng Mochen's wrath, but Huo Xiangjiu confidently declared she would handle Feng Mochen if he dared to scold Mao Jin. Princess Ningshuang, watching this display, remarked on Huo Xiangjiu's audacity.
Soon after Mao Jin left, Le Ning arrived with Bai Yu, bringing more food from Chief Steward Sun for the Emperor. Huo Xiangjiu was surprised to see Le Ning with another food box, having just received a table full of food. As Le Ning explained her errand, Princess Ningshuang noticed Bai Yu and the food box. Recognizing the box from a previous encounter, she glared at Bai Yu.
Bai Yu, a usually refined gentleman unaccustomed to conflict, cried out for Feng Mochen to save him and fled as Princess Ningshuang, known for her aggressive and weapon-wielding nature, pursued him. Bai Yu desperately tried to lose her, even briefly attempting to engage a turtle in conversation about cultivating immortality. Princess Ningshuang continued her relentless chase, calling out Bai Yu's name. The chase led them to the Floating Storage Hall, where a breathless Bai Yu sought refuge.
Feng Mochen, observing their dramatic entrance, quickly grasped the situation. Princess Ningshuang demanded to know why Bai Yu had entered her palace that night. Bai Yu confessed he had been looking for Huo Xiangjiu, acting on Feng Mochen's instructions. Princess Ningshuang realized Feng Mochen, Bai Yu, and Huo Xiangjiu were working together, all seeking something in her palace. Feng Mochen didn't elaborate on Huo Xiangjiu's full reasons for staying, instead implying that Princess Ningshuang needn't pry further.
He suggested it was enough for all three of them to achieve their respective goals, reminding Princess Ningshuang that Huo Xiangjiu had promised to help her mend her strained relationship with her mother. Princess Ningshuang, not foolish, accepted the arrangement, thinking that an extra person in Ningshuang Palace was no harm, and if Huo Xiangjiu could indeed help with her mother, it would be wonderful—plus, she would get to see Bai Yu more often.
Later that night, Le Ning found Huo Xiangjiu leaving her room and asked where she was going. Huo Xiangjiu told her to go back to sleep, promising to return shortly. Huo Xiangjiu secretly went out, wondering if she would encounter "that guy." To her surprise, Bai Yu appeared, having waited for her. Huo Xiangjiu called him "Yu" and asked why he was there.
Bai Yu, in turn, questioned her motives for insisting on staying in Ningshuang Palace, despite knowing Princess Ningshuang's temper. Huo Xiangjiu admitted she suspected her father's disappearance was linked to someone in the palace. She explained that the "Ganquan Register" carried Princess Ningshuang's scent, and an evil spirit was lurking in Ningshuang Palace, leading her to believe the two were connected. She was determined to find the entity, believing it held all the answers.
Bai Yu assured her that with his help, they would catch the spirit and find her father, whom he referred to as his "Father-in-law." Huo Xiangjiu playfully told him to stop calling her father his "father-in-law." Bai Yu reminded her of their childhood betrothal, asserting their marriage was inevitable. Just then, Feng Mochen appeared, jokingly calling Bai Yu a "wily fox" and warning Huo Xiangjiu not to listen to his nonsense. Bai Yu retorted, calling Feng Mochen the same.
Huo Xiangjiu, annoyed, ended the conversation, telling them she was going to the latrine and for them to stay put. Bai Yu offered to accompany her, but she refused. As Huo Xiangjiu left, Feng Mochen threatened to skin Bai Yu alive, while Bai Yu muttered about hoping not to run into Princess Ningshuang.
