The Destiny of White Snake Episode 42 Recap
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On their wedding day, Xu Xuan used his immortal powers to mend Bai Yaoyao's wedding dress, which had been previously damaged by Leng Ning. To declare her ownership and prevent him from leaving her again, Bai Yaoyao took a red thread from the Moon Deity Temple and tied it around both Xu Xuan's and her own wrists, explaining its efficacy and lamenting she hadn't used it earlier.
She pledged to stay by his side, acknowledging his supposed "Fate of Seven Prowesses," and declared that from that moment on, everything about him belonged solely to her. Xu Xuan, touched, offered his entire life to her, wishing only that their time together would be sufficient for his endless love. Bai Yaoyao promised never to leave him in this life. Meanwhile, Fairy Xiao Xiang remained unconscious after being attacked.
Hundred Herbs Immortal Lord, upon examination, discovered that her heart blood had been forcibly taken, noting no other severe injuries, which indicated the attacker was incredibly powerful, defeating her in a single blow. Bai Di reported this alarming incident to the Heavenly Emperor. The Heavenly Emperor then ordered Xu Xuan to investigate the matter in the mortal world, both for convenience in his actions and as an opportunity for him to atone for past mistakes.
Bai Di also expressed concerns about the turbulent times, with the Kunlun Mirror tainted, the Demon Emperor reappearing, and Qi Xiao causing him worry. Back in the mortal realm, Qi Xiao grappled with his destiny. He revealed to his master that he was born with the Fate of Alkaid, which brought many setbacks and often involved innocent people. His master confirmed that Xiao Qing was destined to be the last demon he would subdue.
Qi Xiao adamantly refused, but was informed that because Xiao Qing's blood had dripped into the Kunlun Mirror, only death could break his Alkaid fate if he didn't subdue her, implying a forced separation as the only alternative. His master reminded him of the great responsibilities bestowed upon him by heaven. Later, Xiao Qing, having almost fully recovered, playfully pressed Qi Xiao to fulfill his promise to take her out.
She reflected on the brevity of life for demons and humans alike. Qi Xiao reassured her he would keep his word once they returned to the mortal world. When Xiao Qing asked what he would do if someone tried to subdue her, he firmly stated he wouldn't allow it. For their special outing, Qi Xiao visited a jewelry stall, intent on buying the best hairpin for Xiao Qing.
He selected an imperial court design but found he didn't have enough money. He asked Xu Xuan to cover the remaining cost, who, observing Qi Xiao's dejected look and deep affection, remarked how love, once started, only deepens. Separately, Bai Yaoyao brought cosmetics for Xiao Qing, promising that with her help, Qi Xiao would be captivated.
However, Xiao Hui, a small demon, nervously shared a story from a play: when a man fulfills a promise to a woman, it signifies a final parting. Xiao Qing, refusing to believe such an ominous interpretation, angrily dismissed the book as foolish and ordered Xiao Hui to burn them all. When Xiao Qing met Qi Xiao, he immediately urged her to practice diligently and ensure she wouldn't hinder Bai Yaoyao in the future.
Remembering Xiao Hui's earlier warning, Xiao Qing directly asked Qi Xiao if he intended to abandon her and never see her again. Qi Xiao, without directly answering, advised her to live each day well and prioritize her cultivation, leaving Xiao Qing with a palpable sense of unease. Meanwhile, the Demon Emperor Zhan Huang observed Xiao Qing and Qi Xiao's affectionate interactions.
He revealed to Ni Yun his ancient plan, noting how the Fate of Alkaid had become intertwined with Xiao Qing. Zhan Huang proposed to use Qilin heart blood—likely the same heart blood taken from Fairy Xiao Xiang—to fully acquire the Alkaid and Greedy Wolf fates, despite Ni Yun's concerns about his own recovering primordial spirit.
Zhan Huang deemed it a "worthy trade" for ultimate power, even if it meant a period of recuperation afterward, and instructed Ni Yun to keep his scheme secret from Taotie. Zhan Huang mused on the inherent differences between demons and mortals, believing that coexistence was impossible and that for the demon tribe to rule the three realms, the mortal world must first be transformed into a purgatory.
At Mount Jin Temple, Xu Xuan checked on Master Yong An, confirming his health was good. Despite the master's recovery, the other monks expressed lingering sorrow over their fallen brethren, fearing the temple's decline and inability to preach kindness without Master Yong An. The master himself admitted his heart was still troubled by the past and worried about who would perform the upcoming soul-releasing ceremony.
That evening, Bai Yaoyao, carrying a small oil lamp, almost bumped into Zhan Huang on the road. Although she didn't recognize him and he quickly left after introducing himself, Bai Yaoyao sensed that his aura was strikingly similar to the mysterious figure she encountered after fainting in the Peach Blossom Grove. Later, as Xu Xuan returned home from Mount Jin Temple, Bai Yaoyao met him with the oil lamp.
She explained her anxiety about him being alone in the dark, and Xu Xuan confessed that her presence lit his path and brought him peace. As they walked, Bai Yaoyao mentioned her encounter with Zhan Huang, describing him as a young master but admitting she hadn't paid much attention to his appearance, as her thoughts were solely on Xu Xuan.
Xu Xuan then informed her that the Heavenly Emperor had tasked him with investigating Fairy Xiao Xiang's assault, hinting at a potential connection to Taotie, but reassured Bai Yaoyao he would handle it. Separately, Bai Yaoyao mentioned Leng Ning's visit and her surprising intention to arrange a marriage for Xiao Qing, to which Xu Xuan jokingly replied that only Qi Xiao could truly endure Xiao Qing.
The next day, Xiao Qing confronted Qi Xiao about his failure to notice her carefully dressed appearance. Qi Xiao presented her with the hairpin he had bought, her first gift from him. When she struggled to put it on, he gently helped her, remarking how its green color suited her perfectly. Xiao Qing, delighted, promised to wear it every day. Qi Xiao then took Xiao Qing to a riverside where many people were setting water lanterns.
Xiao Qing understood that these lanterns often symbolized pledges of love, but Qi Xiao explained their deeper spiritual meaning for cultivators: they could "break ignorance, surpass life and death," allowing prayers to ascend to the Heavenly Court. He revealed that Mount Jin Temple disciples would also be present to perform a soul-releasing ceremony.
Xiao Qing realized Qi Xiao had brought her there to help release the souls of the deceased monks, hoping to reconcile the long-standing animosity between Mount Jin Temple and the little demons. She agreed to cooperate, acknowledging that while the little demons' clay figures in the Garden of Heavenly Peaches still held a glimmer of life, the monks were truly gone.
As they prepared to set their lantern, Monk Cheng Qi approached, presenting Qi Xiao with a lotus lantern and cautioning that if it broke, the two individuals involved would become endlessly intertwined. Overhearing this, Xiao Qing, seeking to be bound to Qi Xiao for all eternity, deliberately broke the lotus lantern.
