The Rise of Phoenixes Episode 45 Recap, Plot

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Ning Yi pleaded with the Tiansheng Emperor to spare Feng Zhiwei. Otherwise, he would not hesitate to self-harm and perish with the Tiansheng Emperor to save Feng Zhiwei. Ning Yi was gambling that the Tiansheng Emperor would not sacrifice his own life for Feng Zhiwei's. The Tiansheng Emperor was not angered, and even said he was greatly relieved.

He then agreed to temporarily spare Feng Zhiwei, but if she ever harbored intentions to conspire with the Blood Reformation for rebellion, he would surely execute her. Helian Zheng rushed into the residence to visit Feng Zhiwei. Gu Nanyi did not stop him, but he hoped Helian Zheng would clearly think about what he could do for Feng Zhiwei. Feng Zhiwei stood on the pavilion looking up.

Helian Zheng suddenly had an epiphany: he could find a way to make Feng Zhiwei happy, even if she had changed. Helian Zheng, along with two subordinates and Gu Nanyi, began to dance strangely. Feng Zhiwei should have laughed, but her eyes were full of tears. Finally, she let out a chuckle. For many days, Feng Zhiwei had no appetite for tea or food. This time, she finally agreed to eat.

As Feng Zhiwei was wolfing down her food, a minister from Jinshi suddenly arrived to report that the Jinshi King had passed away. Feng Zhiwei and Gu Nanyi left. The minister handed the imperial edict to Helian Zheng, asking him to return to Jinshi and inherit the throne. With the heavy burden of his nation and the revenge for his father's death, Helian Zheng had no choice but to act. He had to fight his way back to Jinshi.

Imperial Palace. Helian Zheng came to the Tiansheng Emperor to request troops, but the latter was hesitant. After Feng Zhiwei wrote two lines of text behind the screen, Zhao Yuan went to persuade the Tiansheng Emperor. The Tiansheng Emperor immediately understood, but hoped Helian Zheng would become his in-law. Upon hearing this, Feng Zhiwei picked up her brush again, wiped away the tears on her face, and handed the writing to Zhao Yuan.

The Tiansheng Emperor bestowed upon Feng Zhiwei the title of Princess Shengying, to return to Jinshi with Helian Zheng and become his queen. Helian Zheng was naturally overjoyed and departed. Only then did Feng Zhiwei emerge from behind the screen. What was written on the paper was her willingness to marry into Jinshi. Feng Zhiwei did not complain. Under the name of Shengying, she kowtowed in gratitude for the imperial favor.

As Feng Zhiwei was leaving, the Tiansheng Emperor called out to her, addressing her as Weizhi. At the same time, he also told her to clarify things with Ning Yi. By the bridge, Ning Yi waited quietly, and Feng Zhiwei arrived for their appointment. Feng Zhiwei was born and grew up in this land, and it was here that she met Ning Yi.

After informing Ning Yi of her impending departure for Jinshi, he only asked Feng Zhiwei one question: "Are you content?" Feng Zhiwei replied that she was calm about leaving this place soon. After their parting today, they might never meet again. Helian Zheng began to doubt himself. With Jinshi currently fraught with danger, would bringing Feng Zhiwei back recklessly harm her? After much thought, Helian Zheng wanted to call off the marriage, but he was stopped by a guard.

If he did so, the Tiansheng Emperor would surely refuse to lend troops, and how then could he seek revenge? Helian Zheng, however, knew clearly that he was unwilling to use Feng Zhiwei. Gu Nanyi wanted to take Feng Zhiwei away. The three met face to face. Feng Zhiwei said, "How does Helian Zheng know that I am not using him?" Feng Zhiwei changed the topic, asking Helian Zheng if he minded that she already had someone in her heart.

Helian Zheng certainly minded, but he would also use all his efforts to make her forget. Feng Zhiwei said nothing, and told Gu Nanyi to pack their bags, preparing to set off. Helian Zheng no longer objected. As long as he was alive, he would surely ensure Feng Zhiwei's safety. The Tiansheng Emperor ordered Ning Yi to go to Jinshi to escort the bride, and to eliminate potential threats for Tiansheng by getting rid of Helian Zheng.

Ning Yi replied, "What if I fail to do so?" Auntie Ling Ying was brought out. After a hurried glance between the two, she was taken away again. Ning Yi naturally understood the Tiansheng Emperor's intention and had no choice but to obey the decree. Master Zong removed Gu Nanyi from the Blood Reformation. Though he symbolically severed ties, their bond remained.

He pleaded with Gu Nanyi to follow Feng Zhiwei for the rest of his life and protect her forever. Gu Nanyi swore that from then on, he would prioritize Feng Zhiwei, and would have no regrets even if it meant facing countless dangers. A few days later, Feng Zhiwei, accompanied by Helian Zheng, grandly departed from Tiansheng, leaving her homeland.

Ning Qi requested the Tiansheng Emperor to control Jinshi's cabinet, so that he could then coordinate with Ning Yi from inside and out. The Tiansheng Emperor agreed. Ning Qi ordered Warden Peng, a master calligrapher, to forge a decree. Warden Peng hesitated repeatedly but finally put pen to paper. This fake imperial edict was a letter to Helian Lie of Jinshi, stating: "If there is no Chu Prince, We shall assist you in becoming king."

Ning Qi truly played a good trick of profiting from others' conflict. While drinking, Warden Peng revealed that the Tiansheng Emperor's decree had been issued, implying Ning Yi's life would soon be in danger. Assistant Minister Xu immediately panicked and came to Xin Ziyan to discuss. Xin Ziyan had no choice but to personally intervene and intercept the secret decree. On the road to Jinshi, Ning Yi suddenly fell from his horse.

Feng Zhiwei had no choice but to go check his injuries. Feng Zhiwei felt pained and resentful, and started crying. Only when Xin Ziyan was on his way to intercept the secret decree did he realize he was too late. Feng Zhiwei knew that this departure meant she would certainly not be able to return. Ultimately, she left Tiansheng with nothing. Ning Yi rested due to his leg injury, while Helian Zheng and Feng Zhiwei went ahead.

In the carriage, Hua Qiong noticed Feng Zhiwei's concern for Ning Yi, but Feng Zhiwei always felt that Ning Yi was plotting something. Dayue. Ning Yi requested an audience with Prince An Jin Siyu. The latter, feeling suspicious, first had his people claim he was not in the city, planning to meet him later. Then he ordered guard Guo Jun to impersonate him and meet Ning Yi, while he himself would pose as a guard.

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