The Story of Ming Lan Episode 39 Recap
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Sheng Rulan was unwilling to marry Gu Tingye. Sheng Minglan, however, had changed her view of him because of his rescue this time, telling Sheng Rulan to rest assured and firmly establish herself as the main wife. Sheng Rulan only wanted to marry Wen YanJing, and Sheng Minglan was speechless. Zhao Zongquan sent people to Yuzhou, asking them to move his beloved wheat over, waiting for a good harvest.
Gu Tingye deliberately mentioned that he had taken a liking to the Sheng family's legitimate daughter. Zhao Zongquan repeatedly expressed his approval, promising him a bushel of wheat. Some days later, Wang Ruofu was very curious to see that Sheng Rulan still showed no signs of movement. She only sent coarse tea and plain food daily. In the past, Sheng Rulan would have long begged for mercy.
Nanny Liu said that she heard people outside discussing the marriage of the two families. Upon hearing that the Emperor intended to bestow the marriage, Wang Ruofu became even more flustered. Sheng Rulan was anxiously pacing around the room, unable to eat a single bite. As soon as Wang Ruofu arrived, she questioned her whether she would marry or not. Sheng Rulan was stunned upon hearing that the Emperor was going to bestow a marriage.
She begged Wang Ruofu to tell Gu Tingye that she was already betrothed to someone, saying that she would casually choose someone from among the juren. But Wang Ruofu said that Gu Tingye was very vengeful; no matter who she ended up marrying, he would surely seek revenge. Sheng Rulan burst into tears upon hearing this. Wang Ruofu was very optimistic about this marriage; she was holding her breath, intending to make Sheng Molan die of anger.
The next day, Wang Ruofu went to speak with Old Madam Sheng. Old Madam Sheng worried about Gu Tingye's character. Wang Ruofu, however, believed that it was just baseless rumors in the capital. Sheng Changbo could not possibly harm his own sister, could he? Sheng Rulan had already made up her mind to marry Gu Tingye, for Wen YanJing and also for the Sheng family. At this moment, she was crying her eyes out.
Sheng Minglan, standing by, listened to Sheng Rulan's heartfelt words but truly found them somewhat incomprehensible. Sheng Minglan then quickly said that if she married Gu Tingye, she would definitely overshadow Sheng Molan; this was the only thing worth being happy about. Sheng Changbo and Gu Tingye came together to Yuqing Temple to admire flowers. Gu Tingye even said he wanted this flower branch to take back and give to his younger sister.
They bantered with each other on the way. Walking to a certain spot, crying sounds were heard. The words mentioned the Sheng family. Sheng Changbo hurried over to see, but saw Sheng Rulan and Wen YanJing in a loving embrace. Sheng Changbo let out an exclamation, fell to the ground, and then quickly stopped Gu Tingye, taking Sheng Rulan home. Sheng Hong was so angry he wanted to beat Sheng Rulan to death, scolding her for being immoral.
Wang Ruofu was extremely distressed. Hai Chaoyun came to speak with Old Madam Sheng. Sheng Rulan had originally gone to bid farewell to Wen YanJing. Who would have thought that she would be seen by Sheng Changbo and Gu Tingyu. Hai Chaoyun feared that Gu Tingye would do something. Old Madam Sheng, however, concluded that Gu Tingye would not turn hostile. However, if this matter spread, the Sheng family might all be implicated.
The maid Xique next to Sheng Rulan was beaten half to death. Xiao Tao cried loudly when she saw this. Sheng Minglan was also very anxious, but she was not afraid of being unable to marry because of this incident. Sheng Changbo went overnight to deliver a message for Sheng Hong. Although Gu Tingye was easy to talk to, this marriage was settled in the Emperor's eyes. Wang Ruofu and Sheng Hong, out of helplessness, came up with a solution.
Gu Tingye had initially said he wanted to marry the Sheng family's legitimate daughter. Sheng Minglan had long been registered under Wang Ruofu's name, so she was also considered a legitimate daughter. They would say that it was originally arranged for Sheng Minglan to be betrothed to Gu Tingye, and Sheng Rulan to Wen YanJing, which would be good for all three families.
Old Madam Sheng was so angry that she burst into curses, calling them greedy and like jackals and tigers. She immediately dismissed their idea. Wang Ruofu could only bring up Sheng Hualan. Now Yuan Wenshao was working under Gu Tingye. She asked Old Madam Sheng to show some affection to Sheng Hualan. Old Madam Sheng still refused. She felt most sorry for Sheng Minglan. In her anger, she even said that Sheng Minglan would become a nun.
Sheng Minglan had been listening outside all along. She was very skeptical about Gu Tingye wanting to marry her. On the day the results were announced, Qi Heng passed the imperial examination with high honors, and Wen YanJing also passed. Qi Heng went home and immediately informed the Princess of the matter. The Princess repeatedly expressed her approval and agreed to Qi Heng's request. She then planned to go to the Sheng family to propose marriage.
Qi Heng became a widower a few months after his marriage. The Princess was actually heartbroken. Now that he had achieved fame, it would not be a disservice to Sheng Minglan. Sheng Hualan was having tea and a meal with Sheng Minglan. Halfway through, she was called away by a servant, who said that Shi Ge'er was crying incessantly. Sheng Minglan originally wanted to go too but was held back by Sheng Hualan. Sheng Minglan and Xiao Tao were enjoying their meal when Gu Tingye arrived.
