The Legend of Mi Yue Episode 33 Recap
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Huang Xie waited in the city for Female doctor Zhi's reply, but she never appeared. Zhang Yi encountered Huang Xie and advised him to abandon his search and leave Xianyang, even offering him travel money and warning that staying would only bring trouble to others. Huang Xie, though resolute in his purpose, thanked Zhang Yi for his counsel. Meanwhile, in the palace, the King of Qin had ordered a statue of Shao Si Ming to be built for Mi Yue.
When the King visited Chang Ning Temple, he noted its quietness and suggested to Tang Furen that Mi Yue, being pregnant, should live there for better care, to which Tang Furen readily agreed. Upon hearing of the King's arrangement and the special shrine for Mi Yue, Mengzhao Shi expressed her resentment and concerns about Mi Yue's growing favor to Mi Shu.
Mi Shu, feigning indifference, reprimanded Mengzhao Shi and other concubines for their "noise" but privately worried whether the King's decision to place Mi Yue in Chang Ning Temple, rather than Jiao Feng hall, was a sign of consideration or suspicion towards her. Seeking to ascertain Mi Yue's true feelings and assert her authority, Mi Shu invited Mi Yue to Jiao Feng hall under the pretext of needing help to decorate an empty side chamber.
Mi Yue, understanding Mi Shu's underlying intentions, confided in Aunt Kui, lamenting the growing distance and coldness in their relationship. Mi Shu then went to the King, humbly requesting that Mi Yue be moved to Jiao Feng hall so she could personally care for her sister during pregnancy.
The King initially hesitated, citing Mi Shu's responsibilities to Gongzi Dang and Gongzi Zhong, but Mi Shu passionately argued that it was her duty and that Mi Yue’s child would be a suitable companion for Gongzi Dang. Touched by Mi Shu’s apparent virtue and thoughtfulness, the King agreed to move Mi Yue to Jiao Feng hall. Later, Gongzi Dang’s request for more fighting wooden figures led Mi Shu to send Aunt Daimao to the market.
Aunt Daimao discovered the figures were sold out, learning they were unique creations by a reclusive craftsman, said to be a disciple of Lu Ban. While in the city, Aunt Daimao spotted Huang Xie speaking with Female doctor Zhi. Huang Xie was desperately asking Female doctor Zhi about his letter to Mi Yue.
Female doctor Zhi confessed that she had burned the letter and, to spare Mi Yue emotional turmoil, informed Huang Xie that Mi Yue was pregnant with the King’s child and had found happiness, urging him to forget their past, considering it a dream. Huang Xie was utterly devastated by the news. Aunt Daimao immediately reported back to Mi Shu, confirming Huang Xie was alive and had been seen entering Yong Rui’s residence, going by the name Gongzi Qian.
Aunt Daimao saw this as a perfect opportunity to accuse Mi Yue of illicit relations, a crime punishable by extreme measures. However, Mi Shu, thinking carefully, pointed out that since Mi Yue was unaware of Huang Xie's survival (as Female doctor Zhi refused to deliver the letter), there could be no accusation of "adultery." She also questioned how the King could punish Huang Xie for merely surviving, especially after he risked his life to protect the bridal convoy.
Mi Shu decided against any rash actions, deeming the matter too significant for haste, and instructed Aunt Daimao to keep the information a secret, deciding to visit Mi Yue herself to observe her reactions and avoid Aunt Daimao’s obvious demeanor. Mi Yue moved into Jiao Feng hall. Aunt Kui cautioned Mi Yue’s maids to be extra careful, reminding them that the Queen was the true mistress of the hall and that careless talk could lead to trouble.
Mi Shu visited Mi Yue, showing solicitous concern for her pregnancy and suggesting a change from the traditional red date, black bean, and astragalus root porridge to a more palatable coix seed and yam porridge, based on her own past experience during pregnancy. After sending away their attendants, Mi Shu reminisced about their carefree youth in Chu Palace, deliberately mentioning Huang Xie and how he once risked his life to save Mi Yue.
This brought a flood of sorrow to Mi Yue, who confessed that with Huang Xie gone, much of her life felt lost, leaving only her unborn child to care for. Mi Shu then pressed further, asking what Mi Yue would choose if Huang Xie were still alive. Mi Yue, without hesitation, declared she would face any hardship to bring Huang Xie back to life.
Meanwhile, Huang Xie, in his despair, decided to leave Xianyang and return to Chu, politely declining Yong Rui's offer for a position in Qin. He stated that his nature was unsuited for official life and that he preferred to wander and act unconventionally. Back in Jiao Feng hall, other concubines complained about Mi Yue’s continuous favoritism from the King, who only visited Mi Yue's chamber despite being in Jiaofang Hall. Mi Shu, ever watchful, subtly manipulated the King’s affection.
She arranged for Jing Shi to serve the King at Chengming hall that night, sending Jing Shi with a pear porridge Mi Shu claimed to have personally prepared for the King, who had been feeling unwell from recent toil and a slight cold. The King was deeply touched by Mi Shu’s thoughtfulness and effort, calling her a gentle and virtuous queen.
Later that night, the King, swayed by Mi Shu's gesture, changed his mind and came to Jiao Feng hall to visit her instead. During this time, Aunt Daimao subtly spread the news to Mengzhao Shi that Huang Xie was alive and in Xianyang looking for Mi Yue, causing Mengzhao Shi to become agitated and curious. Soon after, while Mi Yue was at the Shao Si Ming shrine, an unknown palace maid approached her.
The maid revealed that Huang Xie was indeed alive and in Xianyang, living under the name Gongzi Qian. She vouched for her story by recalling how Huang Xie had once cleared her of a theft accusation in Chu Palace and advised Mi Yue to seek confirmation from Female doctor Zhi, who was aware of Huang Xie's survival and his attempt to send a letter. The maid then quickly departed, promising to find another opportunity to communicate with Mi Yue.
Aunt Kui was skeptical of the maid's story, but Mi Yue was visibly shaken and deeply disturbed by the news. Just then, Mi Shu arrived, immediately noticing Mi Yue’s dazed and unwell appearance. Mi Yue quickly feigned illness and retreated to her chambers, leaving Mi Shu pondering the cause of her sudden change, as she had seemed fine that morning.
