The Moon Brightens for You Episode 23 Recap
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Time passed quickly, and Zhan Qinghong, along with Luo Wu, finally completed their punishment. Soldiers helped them down, and despite Lin Fang's stern expression, Zhan Qinghong seized the opportunity to boost morale, leading everyone in a chest-thumping chant of unity. Xiao Lan chastised Zhan Qinghong for acting too much like a man, but Lin Fang approached, carrying a tray of green bean soup. He instructed Zhan Qinghong to drink six bowls until she could no longer stomach it.
Knowing she was at fault, Zhan Qinghong did not dare to argue, instead trying to appease him with playful remarks. Lin Fang, not holding a grudge, later discussed Luo Wu and Gu Qingshan's group with her. Lin Fang, after investigating their backgrounds, confirmed they were of untainted origin, with good character and fighting skills. Lin Fang, noting the volatile military situation in Mianyang, believed the most effective way to defeat the rebels was to directly eliminate Du Zeng.
He proposed training these seven men as trusted confidants, forming an assassination squad that, along with Zhan Qinghong and Huo Yang, could become a pivotal force in securing victory for Mianyang. Meanwhile, Huo Yang noticed soldiers constantly inquiring about Xiao Lan's marital status and trying to court her. He pulled her to the city wall, where he not only confessed his feelings but publicly kissed her. Xiao Lan, who had long considered Huo Yang a trustworthy man, was overjoyed.
Understanding his traumatic childhood and lack of security, she embraced him gently, promising to stay by his side forever. The seven company commanders, including Luo Wu and Gu Qingshan, formally became Zhan Qinghong's disciples. Luo Wu, being the last to arrive, ended up as the youngest disciple, drawing good-natured teasing from his new senior brothers. As the intensive training progressed, the Mianyang garrison visibly improved, much to Lin Fang's satisfaction.
Upon receiving intelligence that the garrison had completed its reorganization, Du Zeng remained dismissive, believing them to be a disorganized rabble. At the House Consort, Xiahou Ying, at Princess Hua Yao's request, met with Wen You. Learning of recent mysterious deaths and sudden resignations among court officials, Xiahou Ying found the situation suspicious and agreed to investigate discreetly.
Wen You tried to inquire about Zhan Qinghong's situation, but Xiahou Ying advised him to let go of the past and regain his composure, reminding him that there was no turning back from his current path. After leaving the House Consort, Xiahou Ying, unable to shake his concerns, immediately sought out Wen Rou. However, once in front of her, he struggled to express himself and feigned illness, complaining of a knot in his chest.
Wen Rou saw through his pretense but did not expose him. After prescribing a relaxing herbal tea and seeing him off, she smiled sweetly to herself. Du Zeng's army advanced to the city outskirts. Xuan Kai refused to personally oversee the battle, making a bloody confrontation inevitable. Zhan Qinghong gave Lin Fang her family's Golden Silk Armor for protection, then led the soldiers to defend the city gates. During the fight, she recognized the enemy as soldiers from Yan.
Thanks to the Golden Silk Armor, Lin Fang was protected from a lethal arrow. Du Zeng, shocked that his powerful arrow had failed, immediately ordered a retreat. The news of the successful defense spread, and all the generals cheered. However, during the celebration, Zhan Qinghong's clothes were torn, revealing her inner garments. Despite Lin Fang's quick attempt to cover her, everyone realized that Zhan Qinghong was, in fact, a woman.
Afterward, Lin Fang met Zhan Qinghong, returning her Golden Silk Armor and tenderly scolding her for disregarding her own safety. He then produced a family heirloom sword manual, containing the mental cultivation methods "Fire Phoenix" and "Galloping Dragon." He instructed Zhan Qinghong to memorize it instantly before he destroyed the manual, ensuring that only she and he knew its secrets.
Later, Xiao Lan teased Zhan Qinghong, saying Lin Fang was like a "dad" when angry, a remark Zhan Qinghong found amusing but cautioned Xiao Lan to keep secret. During the celebratory banquet, amidst general merriment, General Gao, deeply impressed by Zhan Qinghong's martial prowess and beauty, and even feeling some affection, asked if she was married.
Zhan Qinghong openly spoke of her beloved, Wen You, only to be devastated when she learned from General Gao that Wen You had already married Princess Hua Yao and was now the consort. Unable to bear the news, she decided to return to the capital to confront him.
