Resumo do episódio 41 de The Legend of Mi Yue
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Mu Supervisor informed King of Qin that Wanghou Mi Shu had submitted a list of her dowry, indicating she was very thorough. Mi Shu had ordered a self-inspection of her own dowry from Chu and instructed her dowry maids to do the same. King of Qin, remembering that Mi Yue had been penniless when she married into Qin, exempted her from this inspection.
He also instructed Mu Supervisor to send two capable individuals to assist Jing Shi, another dowry maid, as she was pregnant and her clan brother was Jing Cha, a gifted scholar from Chu. Regarding Mengzhao Shi, King of Qin recalled that she was Chu Prime Minister Zhao Yang's niece. Later, Mu Supervisor led his men to search Mengzhao Shi's belongings.
When Mengzhao Shi questioned why outside people were searching her things instead of her personal maids, Mu Supervisor cryptically remarked that sometimes small, priceless items in a large dowry hold more value than hundreds of carriages of goods. Soon after, a guard discovered a family letter hidden among Mengzhao Shi's possessions. Mengzhao Shi tried to claim it, but Mu Supervisor confirmed it was what they were looking for.
He then informed her that King of Qin had ordered her to be brought for interrogation. Mi Shu’s maids, Zhenzhu and Shanhu, discussed Mengzhao Shi's disappearance and the rumor that she had colluded with a Wei spy, fearing this would implicate Mi Shu. Mi Shu, already distressed by previous accusations, felt that misfortunes were piling up. To avoid further trouble, she decided to preemptively confess.
She arrived at Xuanshi hall in plain, crude white clothing and barefoot, admitting her failure to oversee her dowry maid and expressed her unworthiness of King of Qin's trust, asking for punishment. King of Qin reassured her, explaining that Mengzhao Shi's secret collusion and trouble-making were hidden acts. He further reminded Mi Shu that she was fortunate in the Heshi jade incident, as she could have been the victim, implying her innocence in the overall scheme.
Later, King of Qin's maid reports that Mengzhao Shi was granted death by King of Qin. News also arrived that Jing Shi, another dowry maid, was so frightened by the events that she went into premature labor and her child died within half an hour of birth. Mi Yue's aunt comments on the dangers of the harem, even for those who are careful. Mi Yue, hearing of Mi Shu’s ordeal, decided to visit her.
Mi Yue visited Mi Shu, encouraging her to step out despite the recent heavy snowfall, seeing it as early spring. Mi Shu, still somber, thanked Mi Yue for defending her to King of Qin during the previous incident. Mi Shu then joined Mi Yue for a walk. Mi Yue’s aunt, concerned about her health after a difficult pregnancy, warned her about the biting spring wind.
Mi Yue proudly showed them the plum blossom trees she had transplanted from Hanzhong a few years prior, now blooming for the first time. King of Qin arrived, playfully scolding Mi Yue for not sharing the blooming flowers or expressing gratitude for his earlier efforts. Mi Yue explained she was just about to send them to him.
King of Qin suggested she keep them for cheer after recent hard days, but Mi Yue insisted on sharing the joy and instructed her maids to distribute the blossoms to Mi Shu and other Furens throughout the palace. King of Qin shared updates on the war at Hangu Pass with Mi Yue. He revealed that while Qin's main army was gathered there, provisions were critically low. He commended Mi Shu for offering her dowry jewelry to fund military supplies.
He reported that only the forces of Han, Zhao, and Wei had reached Hangu Pass, while Yan's army had not yet deployed, and Chu's 200,000 troops had stopped halfway, citing a lack of winter clothing. He also mentioned that General Sima had successfully raided and burned Wei's provisions camp, capturing several Han crossbow craftsmen. Mi Yue then raised a concern about Meng Ying, who had married into the cold region of Yan over three years ago.
Correspondence had ceased since the Yan King's death six months prior, and Mi Yue worried for her. King of Qin assured her that Zhang Zi would soon travel to Yan's capital, where he was determined to see Meng Ying and bring back news. Meanwhile, the scholar Su Qin arrived in Xianyang from East Zhou, seeking an audience with King of Qin to present an important letter.
However, a palace guard denied him entry, explaining that scholars must submit a policy paper. He assured Su Qin that if his paper demonstrated insight, King of Qin would summon him. Su Qin, anxious, returned to the palace gate repeatedly to inquire about his policy. The same guard, frustrated by Su Qin's persistence, reiterated that King of Qin was occupied with military affairs and had no time to review every policy.
He advised Su Qin that if his work was truly valued, the King would send for him, scolding him for his impatience compared to other scholars who waited much longer without complaint. Wei Yan paid a visit to Mi Yue, admiring her son, Ji-er, and noting his unshy demeanor. After Ji-er was taken for his nap, Wei Yan thanked Mi Yue for the plum blossoms she had sent to the palaces, which she saw as a good omen for spring.
As a return gesture, Wei Yan presented Mi Yue with a white fox fur coat, crafted from foxes hunted by her son, Hua. She noted that their statures were similar and encouraged Mi Yue to try it on. Mi Yue expressed reluctance to accept such a precious gift.
Wei Yan then explained her sincere gratitude, stating that Mi Yue’s sharp mind had uncovered the truth about the Heshi jade, preventing a serious misunderstanding with Mi Shu and preserving harmony in the harem. She knelt, imploring Mi Yue to let go of past grievances and forge a bond of sisterhood.
Mi Yue accepted her words of thanks but firmly declined the fur coat, reasoning that it was a token of filial devotion from Wei Yan's son, Hua, and she would not presume to take it. Mi Yue shared her own aspiration for Ji-er to grow up like Hua, achieving great accomplishments and earning his own fiefdom, which would fulfill her life's ambition.
Mi Yue's aunt, discussing Wei Yan's visit, expressed anger, recalling that Wei Yan had almost killed Mi Yue and Wei Ran previously, and that Wei Yan was now trying to smooth things over with a mere fox fur. She also referenced Mi Yue's mother, who suffered immensely after wearing a brocade gown sent by Wei Hou, implying a sinister motive behind gifts.
Mi Yue received exciting news that her brother, Wei Ran, would soon return to Xianyang with General Sima and stay for two days, allowing them to reunite before he returned to Hangu Pass. Mi Yue eagerly awaited his arrival, but when he hadn't appeared after several days, she grew concerned. Her aunt explained he was likely occupied with military duties. Just then, Wei Ran surprised them by walking in, having overheard their conversation.
Mi Yue was overjoyed, noting how much he had matured and even grown taller than her. She expressed concern that he might have been injured, sensing his hardships, but he quickly reassured her that he had never brought her shame. Wei Ran recounted his latest achievement, earning military merit by raiding Wei's provisions camp with General Sima.
He updated her on the war, mentioning the gathering armies outside Hangu Pass, but expressed confidence now that Chu Lizi had arrived with 120,000 reinforcements. He then presented Mi Yue with gifts from his military rewards: gold, ten acres of farmland, and two jade pieces for Ji-er as a welcome gift, explaining he had kept them safe to deliver personally. Mi Yue accepted them, promising to save them for him and even add more for his future marriage.
She and her aunt also gave him new clothes, urging him to stay warm on the battlefield. Mi Yue then asked about Sun Zi's Art of War, which she had given him years ago. Wei Ran confirmed he had sewn it into his inner clothing, treating it as his constant "teacher" and frequently consulting its "great wisdom" which he found immensely beneficial. After Wei Ran's departure, Mi Yue played a melancholic tune on her panpipes, reflecting her sadness.
King of Qin observed the "somber sound," remarking that both the panpipes and Mi Yue felt empty, and asked if her melancholy stemmed from Wei Ran’s leaving. Mi Yue expressed her feeling of uselessness, "eating all day with nothing to do," while King of Qin bore the burdens of state.
To ease her mind and utilize her talents, King of Qin proposed a task: to help him sort through the vast number of policy papers submitted by scholars at the Quartet Museum, which had accumulated due to the pressing military situation at Hangu Pass. He explained that these papers, representing diverse philosophical schools, would broaden her knowledge and hone her ability to discern truth from fallacy.
Mi Yue, overjoyed, gratefully accepted, invoking the examples of ancient virtuous women like Tai Ren and Yi Jiang. She pledged to emulate them, sharing King of Qin's responsibilities and acquiring wisdom to guide Ji-er in his future governance. King of Qin consented to her taking on the task. Mi Yue then offered to play another song for him.
Mi Yue began working diligently in Chengming hall, sorting through the various policy papers, identifying and categorizing them, such as a scroll from Gusu Tang Ji of the Mohist school. Mi Yue's aunt later comments that Ji-er cries when Mi Yue is at Chengming hall reading policies and that she believes Mi Yue does this to learn how to manage a fief and expand territory for Ji-er.
Mi Shu considered giving a jade pendant, a personal dowry item from Wei Hou, to Ji-er for his second birthday. Her maids, Zhenzhu and Shanhu, were displeased, questioning why she would give such a valuable heirloom to Mi Yue's son. Mi Shu reprimanded them, reminding them that Mi Yue had saved their lives by clarifying the fake Heshi jade incident to King of Qin.
She stressed the importance of gratitude and respectful conduct towards Mi Yue, especially in front of others. Her maids, however, voiced concerns about King of Qin's increasing coldness towards Mi Shu and his evident favoritism towards Mi Yue, fearing it would undermine their position in the harem. They lamented Mi Yue’s privileged access to Chengming hall for policy studies—a place Mi Shu herself could not easily enter—and her lack of apparent gratitude for Mi Shu’s gifts.
Mi Shu, dismissing their shortsighted anxieties, advised them to look beyond immediate gains. She declared that "winter has passed" and "spring has arrived," urging them to be sharp-eyed as "opportunities are everywhere." Soon after, Mi Shu sought an audience with King of Qin, expressing her distress over his exhaustion from managing the Hangu Pass war.
She proposed to assist by joining Mi Yue in Chengming hall to review and sort the extensive collection of policy papers, highlighting Mi Yue's struggle to keep up. Mi Shu argued that since King of Qin valued intelligent women, and as his wife and Wanghou, it was her duty to humbly learn and enhance her knowledge by studying state policies.
King of Qin, commending her diligence, granted her request, believing that their joint study would foster mutual learning and strengthen them both. Subsequently, Mi Shu and Mi Yue were seen working together, reviewing policy papers. Mi Shu inquired about a particular paper discussing "Yan Confucianism," and Mi Yue patiently elucidated the various schools within Confucianism. After a few hours, Mi Shu felt fatigued and asked Zhenzhu to prepare tea for them.
As Mi Yue continued sorting the policy papers, she stumbled upon a letter addressed to "Father" among Su Qin's submissions, indicating it was from Meng Ying. The contents immediately alerted her that the Eldest Princess was in trouble, leaving Mi Yue quite surprised and concerned.
