The Substitute Princess's Love Episode 11 Recap
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Wen Ye ordered his maid to dress Shen Keyi lavishly for a grand visit back to the Shen Residence to visit her family. He explained that Shen Keyi had lost her jade pendant while staying at the Shen Residence a few days ago and asked for it to be returned as soon as possible if found. Prime Minister Shen stated he had never seen it and immediately dispatched people to search.
Nan Bo reported that the lost consort's jade pendant was found in Madam Shen's room, but it had already been smashed. Madam Shen was speechless and could only seek help from Prime Minister Shen. Prime Minister Shen could barely protect himself, and when trouble arose, he only looked out for his own safety.
Not only did he not plead for her, but he also lectured Madam Shen on behalf of Wen Ye for disregarding the item bestowed by the late emperor. Wen Ye stated that he had always heard Madam Shen enjoyed the punishment of flogging with a cane, suggesting she might as well have a taste of it herself.
Madam Shen quickly knelt at Shen Keyi's feet, begging Shen Keyi to spare her, considering she had helped prepare her dowry, and moreover, she was already old and simply could not endure it. Shen Keyi retorted, asking if Madam Shen had considered the age of her wet nurse when she dealt with her. Wen Ye insisted on not changing his mind, so Madam Shen received forty heavy blows.
Shen Keyi was still not satisfied, feeling that Madam Shen had bullied her and her wet nurse for many years and had not received the punishment she deserved. Even if she had a chance for revenge, she couldn't bring herself to be cruel. Wen Ye tightly pulled Shen Keyi into his arms, stating that by his side, Shen Keyi would never have to grow up and would never be bullied again.
Zhou Yu saw the two getting along harmoniously on the street and knew his feelings were unrequited. He went to a tavern to drown his sorrows, asking the bartender who was better, him or Prince Jin. Drunk and unable to hear what the bartender said clearly, he decided he would snatch Shen Keyi for himself. In the evening, Wen Ye and Shen Keyi reconciled under the moon, letting go of past grievances.
Wen Ye felt guilty for knowing the truth too late. Shen Keyi mentioned the conflict between Wen Ye and her father. Wen Ye explained that during the Liang Kingdom's invasion, he led ten thousand Tiger Leap troops to defend Xiguan. Prime Minister Shen, due to his selfish desires and greed for military funds, caused the delay in grain and fodder, leading to the fall of Xiguan.
A group of his brothers covered him as he fought his way out of the encirclement, with no second survivor. Shen Keyi finally understood Wen Ye's difficulties and declared she would always support him. After their conversation, they had a few drinks together, then slept in the same bed. Waking up the next day, Shen Keyi saw Wen Ye lying beside her and thought they had consummated their marriage.
Her face was full of shyness, and she dared not look directly at Wen Ye. However, Wen Ye said he had only carried Shen Keyi back to the room because she was drunk and that he had not overstepped the line. Shen Keyi couldn't help but get angry at Wen Ye's lack of romantic sensitivity, so she chased Wen Ye back to Shanglin Pavilion for breakfast.
Shen Keyi found Madam Yun Ying to complain, saying that Wen Ye had slept in the same bed with her but did nothing, which clearly meant he disliked her. Madam Yun Ying burst into laughter and quickly explained that Wen Ye grew up in the military camp and simply didn't understand romance, but he was absolutely sincere towards Shen Keyi.
Shen Keyi realized there was much to learn about being a good wife and decided to study hard to please Wen Ye. Madam Yun Ying said that the first thing a consort should learn is managing the mansion, so she handed the mansion's account books and the keys to the storeroom to Shen Keyi for safekeeping. Shen Keyi checked the mansion's account books and found that the savings were not substantial.
Wen Ye liked to help the common people and therefore did not accumulate wealth. Shen Keyi planned to do something using the mansion's savings. After explaining her plan, Madam Yun Ying was very supportive and had Yi Fu accompany her to the street for purchases. Shen Keyi bargained at a fabric shop and bought a lot of cloth at a very low price.
When she was about to return to the mansion, Yi Fu went to hitch the carriage, and Shen Keyi waited alone. Zhou Yu sent a note through a child, indicating there was an urgent situation and arranging to meet behind the mountain. Shen Keyi then changed her plans.
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