Romance of a Twin Flower Episode 6 Recap
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Because Nie Sangyu was his legitimate wife, Ning Yuxuan had to bring her to the imperial banquet. He approached her to discuss signing a divorce agreement, and Nie Sangyu, feeling she had no other choice, agreed to attend the banquet with him as a compromise. Upon arriving at the palace, Ning Yuxuan reminded Nie Sangyu to be cautious with her words and actions, as no one knew about her amnesia, and instructed her to stay close.
Nie Sangyu sarcastically asked what kind of relationship they should portray—a loving couple, friendly on the surface but estranged at heart, or outright enemies—stating she could perform any role, which left Ning Yuxuan speechless. Inside, Nie Sangyu saw several ladies discussing face creams and tried to join their conversation. However, she was interrupted by General Tao Siwei, who led her to a seat he had specially cleaned, knowing her preference for neatness.
When Nie Sangyu thanked him, Tao Siwei was shocked, remarking that she used to be demanding and critical, even hitting him, and had never shown gratitude. He speculated that Ning Yuxuan was restraining her and encouraged her to revert to her old self, much to Nie Sangyu's bewilderment. She internally questioned his sanity for enjoying poor treatment and politely excused herself by suggesting he go greet the arriving Emperor. The banquet commenced after the Emperor's arrival.
A tense, veiled exchange about past rebellions and current military power took place between the Emperor and Lord Tan. The Emperor then addressed Ning Yuxuan, inquiring about his health. Administrator Ling Jianxing approached to offer a toast, expressing surprise that Ning Yuxuan had brought Nie Sangyu instead of his recently married concubine, whose virtues he then praised. Ning Yuxuan retorted that Ling Jianxing should focus on his own marriage prospects rather than others' family matters.
Nie Sangyu later commented on Ling’s sharp tongue, and Ning Yuxuan replied that it was his usual manner. Ling Jianxing announced he had transported fresh crabs from Haifang as a treat. Ning Yuxuan, unable to eat seafood due to an injury, grew uneasy. When Ling questioned why the couple wasn't eating, Nie Sangyu remarked that transporting the crabs over six hundred miles was a great waste of resources. Ling accused her of mocking both him and the Emperor.
Ning Yuxuan quickly intervened, but Nie Sangyu clarified that she simply knew a less troublesome method to prepare seafood while preserving its freshness. Intrigued, the Emperor commanded her to demonstrate. Nie Sangyu prepared marinated raw crab, or "qiang xie," explaining that eating it raw was key to its flavor. Despite Ling Jianxing's concerns about the Emperor consuming raw food, the Emperor tried the dish and was greatly impressed, recommending it to the court.
When Ling Jianxing offered a crab to Ning Yuxuan, Tao Siwei intercepted it, declaring his love for the dish and taking it for himself. The Emperor then asked Nie Sangyu about her culinary skills. She listed numerous ways to cook tofu and mentioned a medicinal seahorse wine that could nourish yin and invigorate yang, prompting a flustered Ning Yuxuan to usher her back to her seat. The Emperor commented that Ning Yuxuan had married a truly sincere and good-natured lady.
Ling Jianxing then challenged Ning Yuxuan to a sword fight. Nie Sangyu tried to decline on her husband's behalf, citing his incomplete recovery from illness. Despite her protests, Ning Yuxuan accepted. The rule was to seize a flag from the opponent's back. During the duel, Ling Jianxing repeatedly targeted Ning Yuxuan's wound. Seeing this, Nie Sangyu rushed in, blocked a blow, and snatched Ling Jianxing's flag.
The Emperor reprimanded Nie Sangyu for breaking the rules and declared Ning Yuxuan the loser. However, he was so moved by their profound affection and mutual support that he proclaimed them a model couple for the realm and conferred upon Nie Sangyu the title of Second-rank Lady with Imperial Mandate. Nie Sangyu was reluctant, but Ning Yuxuan urged her to accept the decree.
Back at the mansion, while treating Ning Yuxuan's wound, Nie Sangyu mused about the value of her new title and robes. She realized the title could greatly boost her business, envisioning a product like "Scar-Removing Cream with Imperial Mandate." She suggested they delay their divorce, and Ning Yuxuan agreed to a "cooling-off period." Nie Sangyu then proposed a system to track their deeds for each other: a box with colored beads, each representing 100 guan.
Whoever did a good deed would add a bead of their color, and on the day of their divorce, the person with more beads would take the money. She immediately added beads for tending to his wound and bringing honor to the family, while he deducted one because she almost exposed his injury. Ning Yuxuan struggled to recall any good deeds he had done for her, as Nie Sangyu confidently predicted she would leave the mansion a rich woman.
Meanwhile, Ling Jianxing was furious. Noting Ning Yuxuan’s weakness during the duel, he concluded the injury was severe and ordered his subordinate to investigate its cause. Suspecting it was related to an unauthorized investigation into bandits, an act forbidden by the Emperor, Ling saw an opportunity to bring about Ning Yuxuan's downfall. Nie Sangyu told her maid, Muxu, that her new title was a source of "endless gold."
Learning they had only 280 taels of silver, she decided to spend 100 taels to host a lavish banquet for the capital's elite. Her plan was to leverage her new status to network and sell her products, keeping all the profits for herself. Nanny Liu informed Nie Sangyu that the Marquis had ordered her to move back to the main residence, the Rose Garden, as her current dwelling, the Reflection Pavilion, was unbefitting her new rank.
Nie Sangyu refused, stating she had grown fond of the pavilion and decided to rename it "Feiwan Pavilion," meaning "it's not too late." Nanny Liu reported this to Ning Yuxuan, along with Nie Sangyu's plan to host a self-funded banquet to promote her business. Ning Yuxuan was intrigued by the new name but doubted anyone would attend due to her poor reputation. Nanny Liu then mentioned that General Nie, Sangyu's father, and his family were expected to arrive in the capital soon.
