The Legend of Mi Yue Episode 45 Recap
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Mi Yue visited the King of Qin, bringing him medicine. She expressed concern about his health, noting his persistent cough during seasonal changes and how he hadn't fully recovered from a poisonous insect bite two years prior in the grasslands. The King explained that he isn't sentimental but felt uneasy about Princess Meng Ying's departure, prompting him to send her off further than usual.
He joked that the imperial doctor's warnings are merely a way to earn their salary and told Mi Yue not to fuss over him. Meanwhile, Wei Yan, discussing with her attendant, reiterated the King's ongoing health issues from the insect bite. She heard that the court was debating the matter of establishing a Crown Prince. Confident in her son's abilities, Wei Yan believed that Gongzi Hua, with his talent and military contributions, was the only suitable candidate.
She noted that many in court and among the old families supported him and felt it was time for the succession to be decided. Queen Mi Shu then summoned Gan Mao, expressing gratitude for his meticulous guidance of Gongzi Dang, which had greatly advanced the young prince's studies. Gan Mao lauded Gongzi Dang as a born military strategist destined to achieve greatness for Qin.
He then revealed that his elderly mother in Chu had received consistent care from the Chu palace, which he attributed to Mi Shu's influence, and pledged his unwavering loyalty and service to Gongzi Dang. Furthermore, Gan Mao mentioned that Chu Li Zi also held Gongzi Dang in high regard and intended to unite with Chu Li Zi to recommend Gongzi Dang to the King. Mi Shu, affirming their shared Chu heritage, considered such mutual support natural.
Mi Shu informed Gan Mao that the King had recently inquired about Gongzi Dang's progress, mentioning the wide range of military and political texts he had studied under Gan Mao and Chu Li Zi. She inferred that the King intended to test Gongzi Dang soon.
Gan Mao agreed to prepare for this, but also cautiously reminded Mi Shu that while the King valued Gongzi Dang, selecting a Crown Prince was a separate matter, recalling the King's past consideration of Gongzi Hua. Mi Shu dismissed Gongzi Hua's claim, emphasizing Gongzi Dang's status as the legitimate son. Gan Mao further bolstered her confidence by recounting how Chu Li Zi had highly praised Gongzi Dang as a "dragon foal and phoenix fledgling," a "born king."
He suggested that Chu Li Zi, being the Left Minister and an esteemed figure with no personal ambition for the throne, would be the ideal person to advocate for Gongzi Dang before the King, promising his own strong support in the court. Following this, Chu Li Zi sought an audience with the King, expressing deep concern. He used historical examples of states weakening or collapsing due to unstable succession, urging the King to decide on a Crown Prince soon.
The King, however, saw through his veiled lobbying, questioning his true intentions. Chu Li Zi affirmed his duty as Left Minister to offer counsel. The King then explained his reluctance, citing his own experience of nearly losing his Crown Prince position due to early establishment amidst Shangjun's reforms, and his grandfather Xian Gong's 29-year exile after being named Crown Prince prematurely.
He concluded that the position of Crown Prince inherently attracts opposition, and establishing it too early only provides a rallying point for those with ulterior motives. Chu Li Zi acknowledged the King's profound wisdom in this regard. The King then inquired about Gongzi Dang, describing him as brave and decisive, traits historically valued in Qin's heirs. He wondered if Chu Li Zi believed Gongzi Dang was destined to lead Qin's armies to glory.
Chu Li Zi cautiously affirmed Gongzi Dang's martial potential, suggesting that with battlefield experience, he could fulfill the King's ambitions, and subtly approved of Mi Shu's decision to have him tutored. When asked about Gongzi Hua, Chu Li Zi praised his intelligence and military contributions but noted his Wei State background through his mother as a potential "burden." The King reiterated his desire for fairness among all his children.
Chu Li Zi then brought up Gongzi Ji, acknowledging the King's affection for him and Mi Yue, whom he referred to as the King's "voice of reason." The King agreed Mi Yue was indeed his "voice of reason," but added that she was "more than that." Chu Li Zi, assured of the King's steadfastness, ended the discussion.
Later, Gongzi Tong and Gongzi Ji were playing with a bird when Gongzi Dang aggressively pursued them, demanding the bird and threatening to harm them. He struck Gongzi Ji. Gongzi Hua, witnessing the scene, stepped in and reprimanded Gongzi Dang for bullying his younger brothers. A defiant Gongzi Dang vowed to grow stronger and defeat Gongzi Hua someday, a challenge Gongzi Hua readily accepted, encouraging him to train diligently.
Wei Yan later expressed worry to Gongzi Hua that his intervention had offended Queen Mi Shu. Gongzi Hua, however, stood by his actions, asserting he merely upheld justice and wasn't seeking favor, especially given Mi Yue's current standing with the King. Mi Yue then encountered Wei Yan and Gongzi Hua in the garden. Wei Yan praised Gongzi Ji's righteousness. Mi Yue sincerely thanked Gongzi Hua for defending her son, to which he modestly replied that he simply couldn't tolerate bullying.
Wei Yan further extolled Gongzi Hua's consistent integrity and popularity among the princes. Sensing the tension, Mi Shu, who coincidentally witnessed this scene while passing by, summoned Mi Yue. She offered Mi Yue some specially prepared peach balls for good health and then apologized for Gongzi Dang's behavior towards Gongzi Ji, dismissing it as childish mischief. Mi Shu expressed concern that the incident might create distance between them or be exploited by others to sow discord.
Mi Yue reassured her that she hadn't taken the matter to heart, likening it to minor sibling squabbles. Satisfied, Mi Shu then proposed renovating the palace garden and enlisted Mi Yue's help in planning and inviting the King to tour it. Mi Yue agreed. During a garden tour with the King and various concubines, Mi Shu presented the collective ideas for renovation.
Wei Liang Ren proposed an elaborate plan to create a large pond and introduce living water from a nearby lake via a hidden channel, enhancing the garden's vitality. She supported her proposal with philosophical allusions to the principles of water and mountains. The King was impressed by the insightful plan and immediately approved its execution.
Mi Shu then led the King to a prepared area in the back garden, where Gongzi Dang and his attendants were ready to demonstrate military drills. Pearl explained that Gongzi Dang had been diligently studying military tactics under Gan Mao and Chu Li Zi, practicing daily. Gongzi Tong, however, confessed to the King that he avoided playing with Gongzi Dang due to his rough nature, which worried his mother.
The King acknowledged the mother's concern but stressed the importance of boys facing challenges. The King asked Gongzi Dang to begin his demonstration. Gongzi Dang explained their game: a wooden ball would be thrown down a slope, determining the attacking side. When the ball accidentally fell into a hole on the first throw, Gongzi Dang flew into a rage. Unable to retrieve it himself, he violently lashed out at his attendants, ordering them to dig it out with swords.
The King observed Gongzi Dang's excessive aggression. Wei Yan subtly mocked Mi Shu, suggesting Gongzi Dang's furious digging might inadvertently complete the pond project. Gongzi Ji then stepped forward, offering to help. Despite Gongzi Dang's angry rejection, Mi Shu instructed her son to yield. Gongzi Ji calmly directed the attendants to pour water into the hole, causing the wooden ball to float to the surface. The King, delighted by Gongzi Ji's ingenuity, asked who had taught him this trick.
Gongzi Ji explained it was his own deduction from his teacher's lesson that "water can carry a boat." Impressed by Gongzi Ji's ability to apply knowledge, the King showered praise upon him and, by extension, on Mi Yue for raising such a clever child. Mi Shu, deeply displeased by Gongzi Dang's poor performance and her efforts being overshadowed, felt her plans had completely backfired. Pearl tried to console her, suggesting Gongzi Ji's clever solution was merely a stroke of luck.
The next day, Gongzi Ji returned from horse riding with his master, excited about his progress and his father's promise to take him hunting. He noticed a long whip Mi Yue held, prompting her to explain it was a weapon, as effective as a knife, bow, or axe. She then taught him the "Jade Whip Song" and demonstrated the whip's movements, emphasizing its fluid "recovery like a worm, extension like a dragon."
Meanwhile, Queen Mi Shu angrily chastised Gongzi Dang for his persistent neglect of academic and governmental studies, instead dedicating his time to physical pursuits like weightlifting and sword fighting. She was particularly frustrated by his refusal to write an essay on the governance of Shu, a matter of great importance to the King. Gongzi Dang defiantly asserted that such tasks were for officials, not for him, exasperating his mother.
Pearl attempted to calm Mi Shu, reminding her of Gongzi Dang's youth and his status as the King's legitimate son, but Mi Shu expressed worry over the King's unpredictable mind and potential court manipulations, which exacerbated her recurring headache. Mi Shu sent for Female doctor Zhi to treat her headache. Soon after, Mi Yue arrived to visit her.
Mi Shu generously presented Mi Yue with a Dushan Jade, a gift from her brother, highlighting its exquisite quality and expressing it as a token of her sincere affection. Mi Yue accepted the beautiful jade. Observing Mi Shu's persistent cough, Mi Yue suggested it might be connected to her headaches. In return for the jade, Mi Yue offered Mi Shu a small jar of Cliff Honey, sourced from the steep cliffs of Wudu Valley.
She explained that while commonly known for treating rheumatic pain, it possessed remarkable efficacy against coughs and suggested Mi Shu try it. Mi Shu was deeply touched by Mi Yue's thoughtfulness and thanked her. Mi Shu briefly touched upon her past intention to promote Mi Yue, which was regrettably postponed due to Jingsi's miscarriage, and alluded to the treacherous nature of palace life.
Mi Yue, however, dismissed any desire for a higher rank if it caused Mi Shu distress, thanking her for the consideration. During a separate discussion, the King sought Mi Yue's opinion on a pressing foreign policy dilemma: whether to send troops to aid Ba and Laos against Shu and Chu, or to attack Han based on a past grudge of Zhang Zi. Mi Yue gracefully declined to offer political advice, stating that women should not meddle in state affairs.
When the King inquired why she had refused Mi Shu's offer of a promotion, Mi Yue simply asked, "Does Dawang want me to care?" When Female doctor Zhi began treating Mi Shu's headache, she advised her that releasing mental burdens would be key to her recovery, and prescribed both internal and external medication. Suddenly, a troubling buzzing sound filled the chamber.
Female doctor Zhi identified the insects, attracted by the Cliff Honey Mi Yue had given Mi Shu, as "killer bees." She urgently warned everyone not to provoke them, explaining that these rare valley-dwelling bees were exceptionally deadly, capable of swiftly killing even a large buffalo in a swarm. She recounted how her own cousin had died after being stung by them.
