The Four Episode 28 Recap
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The Emperor's severe illness led the Empress Dowager to appoint King Xiang as regent. King Xiang, who shared a long-standing friendship with An Shigeng, immediately sought out his nephew, An Shigeng, whom he hadn't seen in years. An Shigeng visited King Xiang in the palace, reminiscing about old times. King Xiang, now regent, hoped An Shigeng would assist him in governing the nation and even suggested An Shigeng change his surname to Zhu.
An Shigeng feigned reluctance but subtly hinted at collusion between Prince Zhu and Zhuge Zhengwo, while secretly planning to seize sole power over the entire palace. Zhuge Zhengwo worried that the Divine Constabulary would become a target due to King Xiang and An Shigeng's close relationship. Meanwhile, a severely injured Qingge tribesman appeared before Chu Limo, collapsing to the ground.
Moerchi rushed out to check on his tribesman, who, before dying, warned Moerchi to beware of ill-intentioned people, as someone was plotting against him. Moerchi immediately suspected his elder brother and third brother. Chu Limo cautioned Moerchi not to suspect family members without evidence, and Moerchi, displeased, demanded that Chu Limo keep the incident secret.
Later, an attempt was made on Moerchi's life when Golden Armored Divine Worms were secretly applied to the auspicious robes he was to wear for his enthronement. Remembering the previous assassination attempt, Moerchi again believed his elder brother or third brother were responsible. Zhui Ming was at odds with Princess Ziluo, the woman he deeply loved despite their outward conflict, but Jiaoniang urged him to reconcile with her.
Tie Shou tried to cheer up a dispirited Zhui Ming by inviting him to go shopping. During their outing, Ling Yiyi deliberately fed Tie Shou candied haws in front of Zhui Ming, causing Zhui Ming to become annoyed and leave. On Ling Yiyi's birthday, Tie Shou intended to buy her a gift, but Zhui Ming firmly stopped him, citing his own conflict with Princess Ziluo and not wanting Tie Shou to repeat his mistakes.
Ling Yiyi was initially upset about not receiving a gift but laughed after Tie Shou explained Zhui Ming's reasoning. Later, Tie Shou took Ling Yiyi to dinner and bought her a gift, which she happily showed off to Zhui Ming.
Zhui Ming, angered by Ling Yiyi's mockery that the Princess didn't cherish him but she would cherish Tie Shou, warned Tie Shou not to regret it, prompting Ling Yiyi to continue criticizing Zhui Ming and the Princess, driving him to near frenzy. Tie Shou also took time to teach Ling Yiyi how to identify thieves.
On one occasion, while they were catching thieves on the street, Ling Yiyi used a poisonous attack that resulted in the death of one of the thieves. Tie Shou was greatly displeased, believing she had not reformed and was still a ruthless woman, comparing her actions to the deceased Wen Ruyu's cruel personality. Ling Yiyi felt wronged and tried to defend herself, but Tie Shou was too disappointed to listen.
Leng Xue struggled with his body, unable to grip his sword due to toxins. Ji Yaohua came to comfort him, but Leng Xue, frustrated by his loss of power, yelled at her. Ji Yaohua remained steadfast, embracing him, though Leng Xue ignored her comfort, consumed by resentment over his inability to recover. Madam Dao informed Leng Xue that his full recovery might take several months. Separately, Wu Qing showed signs of memory recovery.
Chu Limo updated him on recent events, but Wu Qing could not recall Ruyan or matters concerning An Shigeng. The effort of trying to remember caused him severe head pain, leading him to faint.
