Resumo do episódio 31 de Legend of Two Sisters in the Chaos
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Li Huaijin confessed his long-held feelings for Jinzhan. He explained that he had held back when he believed Jinzhan and Jiang Shao were in love. However, with Jiang Shao now dead and believed to be her father's killer, unable to provide her happiness, Li Huaijin wished to spend the rest of his life by her side, caring for her.
Jinzhan, however, gently refused, telling him that she had always seen him as an elder brother, having grown up together, and never harbored romantic feelings for him. While she cherished the memories of him making kites to cheer her up, she couldn't accept his proposal and hoped he would find a woman he truly loved. Heartbroken, Li Huaijin asked if she still couldn't love him even after Jiang Shao's death.
Jinzhan clarified that her feelings were unrelated to Jiang Shao and that marriage could not be forced, just like her bond with Jiang Shao. Accepting her decision, Li Huaijin acknowledged his presumptuousness and departed. Back at the Fu family mansion, Fu Yantong returned, much to the immense relief of Zhenzhen, who tearfully embraced her father, fearing she had lost another family member.
Fu Yantong reassured her, mentioning he would soon go to the palace with Jiang Shao to meet the Emperor. Zhenzhen was delighted that her loved ones were safe and sound. Zhenzhen then went to find Jiang Shao, expressing concern for his injuries. She tentatively asked if he had fled his wedding because he had given up on Jinzhan, and if so, if he could give her a chance, promising to wait for him.
Jiang Shao, however, reaffirmed that Jinzhan was the only woman in his heart. He explained that he had fled the wedding because he had mistakenly believed Prince Wei was his mother's killer. Understanding that Jinzhan still held Jiang Shao’s heart, Zhenzhen’s hopes were crushed. She later prepared a final meal for Jiang Shao, telling him it was her last time cooking for him.
She said she used to see him as her only family, but now she had many relatives, implying she would no longer pursue him. Jiang Shao, remorseful, could only offer an apology. Meanwhile, preparations for Empress Yuzhan's birthday were underway. Ministers presented elaborate plans for a grand celebration involving the Baoci Palace and Qingchun Park, featuring religious altars, ornate halls, and archways.
Xue Rong, however, dismissed the ornate arrangements as too flashy and unsuitable for Yuzhan, suggesting they were more appropriate for an Empress Dowager. He ordered the plans changed to a Guqin pavilion, with famous Guqin masters invited to the capital. He also explicitly stated that the funds for the celebration should come from his private treasury, not the national coffers.
Yuzhan, upon seeing the budget of one million taels allocated from Xue Rong's private treasury for her birthday, expressed concern that it was too much. She suggested the money would be better used to support the border soldiers, especially with winter approaching and their need for warm clothing. Xue Rong assured her that funds for the soldiers were already allocated and that this money was specifically for her birthday.
Yuzhan reiterated that she didn't want a lavish feast; she only wished to spend time with her beloved and share a bowl of longevity noodles made by him. Xue Rong agreed, promising to make her the "best longevity noodles in the world." He set about preparing the noodles himself, but when Yuzhan ate them, they kept breaking. Xue Rong considered this inauspicious, fearing it implied a shortened life.
Yuzhan, unfazed, dismissed it as superstition, stating she valued the tranquility and joy of the moment more than omens, believing a good mood led to a long life. Zhao Wan'er, having learned of the Emperor's lavish birthday plans for the Empress, including inviting famous Guqin masters, pondered the influence of the "Fu daughter empress" rumor, which she believed had helped Xue Rong ascend the throne. She speculated that Yuzhan might be unwillingly holding the position.
Wan'er recalled her own mother telling her that she, Fu Wan'er, was the destined "heaven-sent Fu daughter" because her father was a high-ranking official, unlike ordinary Fu girls. Deciding to visit Yuzhan, Wan'er accidentally bumped into Lanpei, scattering a pile of scriptures. She quickly noticed that Yuzhan had copied prayers for "the security and health of the family of Fu Yantong in the next incarnation."
Lanpei confirmed that Yuzhan had personally copied them to be sent to a temple for blessings. Wan'er later made a pretext to return to Yuzhan's palace, subtly inquiring about the scriptures. Yuzhan clarified that the Fu Yantong family was not her relative or friend, but someone she felt "sorry for." This admission profoundly affected Wan'er, who, upon returning to her own quarters, was overcome with rage.
She realized that Yuzhan was the very person responsible for the destruction of her own Fu family. Wan'er bitterly regretted ever feeling guilty for using Yuzhan or wanting to consider her a sister. She recognized that her family's demise, brought about by the "Fu daughter empress" prophecy, had directly benefited Yuzhan's family, allowing Yuzhan to usurp her rightful place as empress. Addressing her deceased parents, Wan'er vowed to seek "blood for blood" revenge on Fu Yuzhan.
Jiang Shao and Fu Yantong reported to Xue Rong. Xue Rong praised Jiang Shao for his brave infiltration of the enemy camp and the killing of the traitor Xu Yan before he could be fully utilized by Nankuang, thus greatly undermining Nankuang's influence. Fu Yantong then reminded Xue Rong about their earlier secret discussion regarding an assassin who claimed to be sent by Jiang Shao.
Fu Yantong confirmed that Jiang Shao was not the one who sent the assassin and stated that he was actively investigating the true mastermind behind the attempt on his life. Xue Rong offered his full support in the investigation. Later, a maid informed Yuzhan that her father, Fu Yantong, had returned to the capital and was at Funing Palace with His Majesty. Yuzhan joyfully rushed to meet her father, who apologized for causing her worry.
Xue Rong then announced a family feast at Funing Palace to welcome both Fu Yantong and Jiang Shao. Jiang Shao then suggested that Yuzhan could catch up with her father while he and His Majesty discussed matters. Meanwhile, Princess Shou'an received an invitation to the Empress's birthday feast. She was consumed with anger, lamenting that Yuzhan was still showered with Xue Rong's affection and celebrated lavishly, while her own child had tragically died, a loss she blamed entirely on Yuzhan.
Despite her bitterness, Shou'an decided to attend the feast, darkly musing that she would "fulfill her husband's wish" to see the person he held dear. Back in a small courtyard, Jinzhan was still deeply grieving. Li Huaijin was with her, asking her when she planned to return to the capital, but she insisted on staying until Jiang Shao's body was found, despite his arguments that it might be futile.
Looking at a sand table, Jinzhan remembered Jiang Shao's past promises of taking her to all the places on the map, with their final destination being their home, the "Residence of Jinzhan." Despite these cherished memories, her heart ached with the knowledge that Jiang Shao was her father's killer. In a painful moment of resolve, Jinzhan decided to sever all ties with Jiang Shao, declaring their connection terminated.
At Yuzhan's birthday family feast, which was kept simple according to her wishes, the guests presented their gifts. Zhao Wan'er offered her specially blended incense, while Zhenzhen gave a personally embroidered pouch, thanking Yuzhan for resolving her misunderstanding with Xue Rong. Shou'an presented a magnificent pearl. Xue Rong, in a lighthearted moment, jokingly demanded an equally impressive gift for his own upcoming birthday. Zhang Yongyao, too, offered a Guqin score.
The atmosphere was pleasant, and Yuzhan confirmed to Xue Rong that she was very happy. During the feast, Zhao Wan'er offered Yuzhan a specially prepared fruit wine, describing its mild taste. Just as Yuzhan was about to drink, Shou'an intervened, insisting on pouring the wine for Yuzhan herself. A struggle ensued, resulting in the wine spilling on both their clothes. Shou'an quickly suggested they go to a private room to change.
Once alone, Shou'an confronted Wan'er, revealing she had seen her add something to the wine and knew of Wan'er's intention to poison Yuzhan. Wan'er denied it. Shou'an explained that such an impetuous attempt was futile, as all drinks at imperial feasts, even private ones with the Emperor present, underwent strict poison checks. Shou'an then proposed they join forces to kill Yuzhan, confessing her own burning desire for revenge, as she blamed Yuzhan for the tragic loss of her child.
She convinced Wan'er that an alliance would ensure Yuzhan's demise. Meanwhile, in a courtyard, Xue Rong and Yuzhan spoke with Zhang Yongyao about Shou'an. Yuzhan noted Shou'an looked better and urged Zhang Yongyao to continue caring for her to ease Xue Rong’s worries. Xue Rong sternly warned Zhang that if Shou'an suffered any further harm, the consequences would be far more severe than a mere suspension.
Zhang Yongyao expressed deep regret for his past neglect and ignorance of Shou'an’s pregnancy, promising to care for her diligently henceforth. After Xue Rong departed, Yuzhan instructed Zhang to take some high-quality ginseng from her palace for Shou'an. Unbeknownst to them, Shou'an was secretly observing their conversation from a distance, adding to her suspicions and resentment.
