The Eternal Love 3 Episode 22 Recap
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As Qu Xiaotan found herself within the Altar of Souls, she was shocked to see Her Majesty unconscious, realizing then that Xiao Zhen had deceived her. Mo Lian Cheng surmised that Her Majesty had discovered Qu Xiaotan’s connection to the Soul-guarding Pearl, and in that moment, his memories were fully restored. He felt it was a serious matter and wished to shield Mo Feng Yang and Yun Xiu from it, but Mo Feng Yang pressed him for answers.
Reluctantly, Mo Lian Cheng revealed that the mysterious bead inside the Altar of Souls was intimately connected to Qu Xiaotan, and Her Majesty likely intended to use both to enhance her own power. He warned that such an act would endanger them all. Mo Feng Yang was furious, declaring she would not violate cardinal guides and virtues to blindly side with him.
However, Mo Lian Cheng urged her to consider the matter fairly and determine who was truly in the wrong. Meanwhile, Qu Xiaotan, now also within the Altar, recognized the Soul-guarding Pearl. She wondered if Her Majesty was the pearl's host in this parallel world and if it could be their means of returning home. Observing Her Majesty's state, Qu Xiaotan suspected she was suffering a backlash from cultivating the Soul-guarding Pearl.
She worried that Xiao Zhen, who had brought her there and relentlessly questioned her connection to the pearl, might intend a blood sacrifice, similar to what Qu Jiang Lin had attempted. Without the Soul-parting Flute, she felt powerless. Mo Lian Cheng and Yun Xiu, disguised in night clothes, prepared to infiltrate the imperial chamber, planning a diversion to draw out the guards.
Their surprise turned to understanding when Mo Feng Yang arrived, confirming she had indeed thought through the implications of the situation. Mo Feng Yang, using her authority, joined them in entering the Altar of Souls, determined to persuade Her Majesty but vowing to prevent any harm coming to her. Inside, Qu Xiaotan confronted Xiao Zhen, accusing him of pushing her and Her Majesty into a deeper abyss, but he remained resolute in taking her blood.
Mo Lian Cheng realized Xiao Zhen’s true intention was to use Qu Xiaotan’s connection to the Soul-guarding Pearl to awaken Her Majesty, even if it meant risking both their lives. Mo Feng Yang openly accused Xiao Zhen of forging an imperial decree and committing treason. A fierce confrontation erupted as Xiao Zhen and his guards attacked. Mo Feng Yang and Yun Xiu fought valiantly together, while Mo Lian Cheng rushed to Qu Xiaotan's side.
Amidst the chaos, black masses of spirit energy erupted from the Soul-guarding Pearl, attacking everyone. Mo Lian Cheng shielded Qu Xiaotan, Yun Xiu protected Mo Feng Yang, and Xiao Zhen guarded Her Majesty. Severely injured, Qu Xiaotan urged Mo Lian Cheng to escape and protect their son, Yu Er. Mo Lian Cheng refused, declaring he would never abandon her for a world without her, having followed her across lifetimes.
A powerful burst of spiritual energy from the Soul-guarding Pearl then struck them all, leaving Mo Lian Cheng the most gravely wounded. After the Altar of Souls settled, Her Majesty's symptoms of the backlash disappeared. Mo Lian Cheng lay unconscious. Xiao Zhen, recognizing his misjudgment, gently placed Her Majesty down and instructed Mo Feng Yang and Yun Xiu to take Qu Xiaotan and leave, claiming their presence, though initially trespassing, had ultimately protected Her Majesty.
He promised to explain everything to Her Majesty when she awoke. As Mo Lian Cheng drifted in and out of consciousness, he experienced vivid memories of his three lifetimes with Qu Xiaotan, a profound dream that felt like an impending farewell. Three days later, Qu Xiaotan, who had tirelessly cared for him, despaired that he might never wake.
When Mo Lian Cheng finally opened his eyes, he acknowledged that having the memories of three lifetimes was a strange sensation, transforming his perception of Qu Xiaotan. He decided to feign continued memory loss to observe her. Qu Xiaotan, worried, asked if his wound still hurt, but he pretended not to remember the injury or how he got it, only recalling Mo Feng Yang telling him he had saved Qu Xiaotan and been hurt in the process.
He then playfully demanded Qu Xiaotan fulfill her promise to serve him. Qu Xiaotan, observing his familiar demeanor, began to suspect he was faking. She helped him back to their room, and during a subtle test, Mo Lian Cheng's pretense crumbled. He then proposed an experiment to confirm if a kiss would still trigger memory loss. Despite Qu Xiaotan's reluctance to risk him losing his memories again, she agreed.
After their kiss, Mo Lian Cheng had not lost his memories and declared that the memory trigger mechanism had malfunctioned after their return from the Altar, meaning he would never lose his memories again. Qu Xiaotan was overjoyed, embracing him and pleading for him never to leave again. Mo Lian Cheng explained that he had arrived in this world months before her, likely due to the Soul-guarding Pearl's temporal disruption, and without his memories, he had doubted and tested her.
Now, with all his memories restored, he could finally embrace her and promise to face everything with her. Meanwhile, Jing Xin prevented Mo Jingxuan from entering the room, alluding to Mo Lian Cheng and Qu Xiaotan's intimacy. Mo Jingxuan expressed envy for their deep bond. Jing Xin shared how Qu Xiaotan had once spoken of their "three lifetimes of destiny," finding it incredibly romantic. Inspired, Mo Jingxuan shyly took Jing Xin's hand, placed a rose in it, and quickly departed.
Mo Feng Yang and Yun Xiu arrived, bringing medicine for Mo Lian Cheng. It was clear that Mo Feng Yang had accepted Yun Xiu's devotion, admitting she had no reason not to commit to him after he risked his life for her. Mo Lian Cheng and Qu Xiaotan invited Mo Feng Yang and Yun Xiu to their residence the following day for a martial arts sparring match, a "small ceremony."
Qu Xiaotan questioned why the Soul-guarding Pearl had stopped its attack because of Mo Lian Cheng's sacrifice. He clarified that it was actually her act of embracing him from behind that caused the pearl to attack both of them, and her special connection to the Soul-guarding Pearl ultimately caused it to cease its assault. He admonished her for her recklessness, emphasizing the need for one of them to remain to care for Yu Er.
They both reasoned that Her Majesty was likely the Soul-guarding Pearl's host in this world and might possess the Soul-parting Flute. They concluded that merely relying on the Soul-guarding Pearl's power might not be enough to return to their original world and that Her Majesty and Xiao Zhen likely held the keys to other necessary conditions. They resolved to cautiously seek answers, wary of Her Majesty's hidden agenda.
Qu Xiaotan confessed how much she missed Yu Er after not seeing him for half a year, and Mo Lian Cheng reassured her that they would find a way back home. In Her Majesty's chamber, Xiao Zhen attentively nursed her, expressing deep regret for placing her in such peril and wishing he could bear her suffering. Upon waking, Her Majesty inquired about her condition.
Xiao Zhen confessed his actions, detailing how he had used Qu Xiaotan to awaken her, and how Mo Lian Cheng had intervened when the spiritual energy spun out of control. He acknowledged that Mo Lian Cheng's timely arrival had saved them all. Hearing this, Her Majesty inferred that Mo Lian Cheng had saved Qu Xiaotan, not her. Infuriated, she cast aside any lingering hopes for Mo Lian Cheng. She then hardened her resolve, deciding to accelerate her grand plan, concluding that Qu Xiaotan would ultimately have to be sacrificed for the greater good.
