Resumo do episódio 12 de A LOVER IN THE MORTAL WORLD
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Xiao Chi and Han Yunling remained confined within a small courtyard, but Xiao Chi appeared perfectly at ease, relishing the rare stillness of being alone with her. He prepared a meal of grilled skewers to share, but the peaceful atmosphere shifted when Han Yunling accidentally took a drink of wine. The alcohol went straight to her head, and she began to act out, jumping around and rambling incoherently.
She even playfully pretended to be a soldier on horseback, exhausting Xiao Chi as he tried to manage her antics. Eventually, her strength faded, and she fell asleep in his arms. As he watched over her, Xiao Chi gently brushed her hair aside with tenderness, confessing that this secluded life was exactly what he had always dreamed of. The following morning, Han Yunling woke up with a painful, stiff neck from her drunken slumber.
Xiao Chi had been busy in the kitchen trying to make amends with a hot meal, but his culinary skills were severely lacking. He presented her with what was supposed to be congee, but he had cooked it so long it had turned into a hard rice crust. When he tried to cook other dishes, the results were equally unappetizing. Han Yunling eventually decided to take over the cooking herself to avoid being "poisoned" or starved.
Xiao Chi tried to assist by chopping vegetables, but in his eagerness, he used far too much strength and snapped the cutting board in two. Despite the kitchen chaos, they eventually sat down to a simple home-cooked meal, which Xiao Chi found far more satisfying than military rations. Meanwhile, at the imperial court, Fei Zheng spoke up on behalf of Xiao Chi and Han Yunling.
He argued that it was unjust to keep such meritorious heroes under house arrest after they had successfully cured the people of Huangpi Village. However, Zhang Ruizhong and Wang Ruhai countered his pleas, insisting the confinement was a necessary safety precaution to ensure the epidemic did not reach the capital. Liu Chu, clearly irritated by the political posturing, ended the debate by decreeing that Xiao Chi and Han Yunling would be released to attend his upcoming wedding.
He also took the opportunity to reprimand Wang Ruhai, ordering him to return to his manor and reflect on his past failures rather than involving himself in court affairs. As the wedding day approached, an imperial decree officially ended the month-long quarantine, summoning Xiao Chi and Han Yunling to the palace to receive their rewards. Han Yunling wasted no time in visiting Jiang Wanyu.
While she complained to the princess about how boring it had been to stay with the "annoying" Xiao Chi, she took a moment to speak privately with Jin Xi. Han Yunling handed over a special medicine she had formulated, hoping it would help treat the underlying condition Jin Xi had been struggling with. Deep within the palace, Liu Xie reflected on the "Way of the Emperor" her father had taught her.
Though she had mastered the art of governance and the balance of power, she harbored a growing resentment over the fact that, as a woman, she could never inherit the throne. Watching her younger brother grow into his role, she realized he might not remain under her influence forever once he was married.
She began to formulate a plan to secure her grip on the empire by focusing on the next generation, intending to control any children born to the royal couple to ensure the long-term stability of the Liu family's power. The wedding of Liu Chu and Jiang Wanyu was a grand, festive occasion signaling a new era of peace between the nations of Jinglan and Changmo.
As the two countries agreed to cease hostilities and open their borders for trade, the court celebrated the hope of eternal prosperity. Liu Xie watched from the sidelines, noting that her brother was finally beginning to embody the presence of a true sovereign. While the palace was filled with music and joy, the significance of the union was felt by all, marking a historic shift in the relationship between the two long-warring states.
Inside the bridal chamber, Jiang Wanyu found herself overwhelmed by the complexity of the ceremony. Exhausted and hungry, she abandoned the strict etiquette her father had taught her and began snacking on the pastries left in the room. When Liu Chu arrived, she hurriedly replaced her veil. Following tradition, Liu Chu used a ceremonial weighing rod to lift the red cloth.
Jiang Wanyu was stunned to discover that the man she had previously known only as "Big Brother" was actually the Emperor himself. Liu Chu explained that he, Xiao Chi, and Fei Zheng were sworn brothers, and as the eldest of the three, he had been telling her the truth about his status all along. The wedding night was soon interrupted when Zhang Ruizhong arrived with urgent news regarding a diplomatic envoy being sent from Changmo.
Despite the late hour, Liu Chu recognized the weight of the matter and agreed to meet with his ministers in the Imperial Study. While the Emperor was occupied with policy, Jin Xi took advantage of the distraction to move through the palace grounds. She carefully mapped out the locations of the Imperial Garden, the kitchens, and the royal bedchambers. She was nearly caught by a patrolling commander, but Fei Zheng appeared and managed to deflect the guard's suspicion, allowing her to slip back into the shadows unnoticed.
