The Legend of Mi Yue Episode 25 Recap
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The King of Qin arrived at the temporary residence in the northern suburbs to meet Lady Ying. Lady Ying revealed that Yong Rui had spent a significant amount of money to acquire a copper tally bearing the character "Wei" from the Yiqu people.
She also presented a secret report from Wei, obtained from a trusted contact in the Wei palace, confirming that the King of Wei intended to recruit Gong Sun Yan and that Gong Sun Yan harbored disloyal intentions towards Qin. The King of Qin expressed his disbelief, recalling how he had once personally recommended Gong Sun Yan and honored him as Da Liang Zao for his past military successes, including conquering Hexi and capturing Gongzi Ang.
However, Lady Ying cautioned that human hearts are prone to change and greed. She pointed out that the ongoing rivalry between Zhang Yi and Gong Sun Yan, coupled with the King of Wei's persistent courtship, was fueling Gong Sun Yan's ambition and turning him against Qin. She advised the King to do what he could and leave the rest to fate. Meanwhile, back in the palace, Yong Xiang Ling, acting on Wei Yan's orders, apprehended Wei Ran.
Wei Ran cried out for his sister, Mi Yue, who rushed to his side. Yong Xiang Ling stated that Wei Ran was accused of stealing Gongzi Zhuang's sword and, according to Qin law, would either have his hands cut off or face castration, as men were not permitted to reside in the harem unless castrated. Mi Yue vehemently argued that Wei Ran had merely picked up a rusted, discarded sword and was not stealing.
She also asserted that as her younger brother, he had Queen Mi Shu's permission to be in the palace. Yong Xiang Ling dismissed Mi Shu's permission as a private matter, insisting that he was enforcing Qin law and palace rules regarding men in the harem. He further revealed that Wei Yan specifically wanted Mi Yue present for the punishment. Realizing Wei Yan was orchestrating this, Mi Yue, after promising Wei Ran she would save him, went to confront Wei Yan.
Mi Yue met Wei Yan, who was engaged in incense burning. Mi Yue accused Wei Yan of malice and demanded to know what it would take to free her brother. Wei Yan feigned kindness, offering to arrange a marriage for Mi Yue with Wei Cheng, a minor official's son from the former Queen's dowry, presenting jade hairpins as a betrothal gift.
Wei Yan’s condition was that Mi Yue willingly marry Wei Cheng, leave the Qin palace, and reside in Daliang with him. Mi Yue understood this was a scheme to expel her. Wei Yan then demanded that Mi Yue write a letter by dawn the next day, stating her love for Wei Cheng and her desire to marry him. She warned that if the letter was not delivered, Wei Ran would be castrated.
Desperate, Mi Yue hurried to Mi Shu’s palace, demanding an immediate audience. Dai Mao blocked her entry, claiming Mi Shu was asleep and that the King of Qin had forbidden outsiders from entering Jiaofang Palace. Mi Yue explained Wei Ran's plight and Wei Yan's threats, emphasizing Wei Yan’s true intention was to force her out.
Dai Mao, however, dismissed Mi Yue’s pleas, citing Mi Shu’s vulnerable state due to her pregnancy and house arrest, and stating that any intervention would only worsen Mi Shu’s situation. She advised Mi Yue to decide for herself and then ordered the doors closed, leaving Mi Yue distraught. Later, Mi Shu, after a walk, questioned Dai Mao about Mi Yue's visit, expressing disappointment that they were separated by a wall. Elsewhere, Ying Hua witnessed Mi Yue’s despair and felt sympathy.
He sought his mother, Wei Yan, to ask her to spare Mi Yue, whom he described as a beautiful and talented woman. He regretted that she would be married to an ordinary servant. Wei Yan sharply rebuked him, reminding him that Mi Yue was a dowry maid destined to serve the King of Qin, and such thoughts could jeopardize his claim to the Crown Prince position.
She reiterated that he, as the King's eldest son, should marry a princess from another state for political gain, not a lowly concubine. Wei Yan concluded that Mi Yue was a seductress and solidified her resolve to remove her from the palace. Meng Ying, having learned of Wei Ran's capture, found Mi Yue. She criticized the opportunistic actions taken against Wei Ran in the King's absence and urged Mi Yue not to sacrifice herself.
Meng Ying gave Mi Yue her out-of-palace pass, instructing her to ride quickly to the temporary residence in the northern suburbs and seek help from the King of Qin. Mi Yue initially hesitated to ask the King for help, but Meng Ying insisted, reminding her of the King’s admiration for her and his noble character, urging her to act swiftly to save Wei Ran.
As Mi Yue prepared to leave, a brief, haunting image of Huang Xie crossed her mind, but her determination to save her brother and sister quickly refocused her. At the temporary residence, while the King of Qin, Lady Ying, and Yong Rui were still discussing Gong Sun Yan, Mu Supervisor arrived. He informed the King that Wei Liangren's maid had reported Wei Ran's arrest and Wei Yan's intention to castrate him.
Lady Ying pressed the King to intervene, but he wondered if Mi Yue herself sought his help. Soon after, Mi Yue arrived, seeking an audience. The King of Qin, aware of her predicament, initially ignored her. In desperation, Mi Yue knelt before Mu Supervisor, asking him to arrange for her to serve the King that night, willing to sacrifice her body to save her brother. Mu Supervisor conveyed her request to the King.
When Mi Yue was brought to the King of Qin's chamber, he was surprised to see her. He angrily confronted her, stating he knew her intentions were solely to save Wei Ran and that he despised being used. Mi Yue, kneeling, admitted her desperation, stating she had no other choice. The King of Qin felt her lack of sincerity and ordered her to leave, asserting he would not force anyone and that her desperate actions were futile.
He declared that her intentions were her business, and his actions were his own. The next morning, Mi Yue, holding the letter, arrived at Wei Yan's palace. Wei Yan mockingly acknowledged Mi Yue's submission, confident that Mi Shu's confinement had left Mi Yue without recourse. Just as Mi Yue demanded to see Wei Ran before handing over the letter, a maid interrupted, reporting that Mu Supervisor had already taken "that little bastard" from the Hidden Palace, the detention area.
Mi Yue immediately went to investigate and found Wei Ran with Aunt Kui. Though Wei Ran had lost a finger, he was alive and recovering. Aunt Kui explained that Mu Supervisor had acted on the King of Qin's decree, sparing Wei Ran from castration due to his youth, but upholding Qin law by amputating one finger as punishment for theft.
Overjoyed and relieved, Mi Yue comforted Wei Ran, promising to protect him and ensure no one would ever harm them again. Furious, Wei Yan confronted Mu Supervisor, accusing him of interfering in harem affairs despite her appointed authority. Mu Supervisor calmly stated he was merely following the King of Qin's orders.
When Wei Yan expressed disbelief that the King, not in the palace, could issue such an order, Mu Supervisor reminded her that the King of Qin was "wise and discerning" and advised her to take her grievances directly to him. He then excused himself, citing numerous duties for the King's imminent return. Far away in the Qi market, Huang Xie, accompanied by a beekeeper, listened to children reciting "Jiaojiao Huangniao zhi yu ji" from the "Classic of Poetry."
This simple verse stirred something profound within him. He kept repeating "Yellow Bird" and "jujube tree" from fragmented memories. Suddenly, he remembered "Zixie" and "Yue'er," identifying "Yue'er" as the "Chu Princess." The beekeeper noticed his distress, asking if he was recalling something. Huang Xie, with a newfound clarity, declared, "I am Huang Xie," repeating his name and the names "Yue'er" and "Huang Xie" as his memories finally returned.
