The Sun in the Dark Episode 6 Recap
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Ye Chenyuan, without the aid of the sword crystal, swiftly severed the Soul-Binding Rope with his Divine Sword, revealing that his earlier claim about its ineffectiveness was a lie. He admitted to Bai Xiaoying that he hadn't wanted to break their bond before, but now he did. As the rope snapped, Bai Xiaoying cried out, but Ye Chenyuan admonished her, questioning why an immortal disciple would be unwilling to part ways with a demon after half a month.
He then coldly confirmed he would marry Hua Yuying, stating it was her wish. Just then, Hua Yuying appeared, confronting them. Ye Chenyuan immediately declared to her that Bai Xiaoying had forcibly taken him and that his previous departure was against his will. He emphasized that severing the Soul-Binding Rope clearly indicated his stance and acceptance of Hua Yuying's terms. He further asserted that he and Bai Xiaoying had completely cut ties, making their marriage the best choice.
His only conditions were the Coldwood Origin Stone and the sword crystal. Hua Yuying readily agreed, promising to deliver them after their wedding, and even mockingly invited Bai Xiaoying to stay as their "matchmaker" and honored guest. Bai Xiaoying, observing this, grappled with the realization that she might have been mistaken about Ye Chenyuan all along, wondering if he was truly helping her and if his previous actions indicated affection, though his current decision broke her heart.
She resolved that her confusing time with him needed a definitive end. Heartbroken by the recent turn of events, Bai Xiaoying sought out Ye Chenyuan for a final conversation. She confessed that her initial perception of him as an enemy had changed, but their misunderstandings persisted, and she felt she had personally driven him towards Hua Yuying.
Acknowledging his impending marriage and his opposition to the immortal sect, she stated that she, though no longer a disciple, could not ally with the Night Clan. However, she desired proper closure for their tumultuous time together. Ye Chenyuan curtly agreed, stating that with her words spoken, they could both move on. Their private discussion was interrupted by Hua Yuying and her retinue.
Hua Yuying's subordinate launched into a scathing attack, branding Bai Xiaoying a "sneaky hussy" for seducing their master and accusing her of typical immortal sect hypocrisy with her "coy act of feigned resistance." Hua Yuying herself declared that while the Night Clan fought for those they desired, they detested those who schemed in the shadows, demanding Ye Chenyuan clarify his intentions.
Ye Chenyuan coldly dismissed Bai Xiaoying's pleas, claiming she was "clinging to him unilaterally" and that her actions were "none of his business." As Hua Yuying's followers disparaged Bai Xiaoying as a "lowly wretch," Yun Ya arrived, finding Bai Xiaoying on the ground. He rushed to her side, expressing regret for his delay, and asked if she was hurt. Reassuring him she was fine, Bai Xiaoying allowed him to help her.
Ye Chenyuan then callously threw a bracelet to the ground, telling her to "take your thing away." Yun Ya recognized it as the one he had given her and picked it up before leading Bai Xiaoying away from the scene. Yun Ya, having rescued Bai Xiaoying, urged her to return to Nine Heavens, assuring her it was her true home despite her recent ordeal.
Bai Xiaoying, however, expressed her hesitation, recalling how the immortal sect had lost all faith in her and feared punishment upon her return. Yun Ya assuaged her fears, explaining that the elders' decision to sacrifice her and their use of a forbidden technique were unauthorized and violated celestial laws. He revealed he had found conclusive evidence and would clear her name before the Immortal Lord.
He reaffirmed his trust in her, reminding her that the Divine Sword belonged to the immortal sect, and she couldn't seek vengeance against the Night Deity if she remained a fugitive. He promised to help her regain her standing in Nine Heavens and leverage the sect's power to defeat the Night Deity. As a symbol of his unwavering support, he gently placed the bracelet back onto her wrist.
Upon returning to Nine Heavens with Yun Ya, Bai Xiaoying was immediately condemned as a traitor by the elders and commanded to kneel. Yun Ya vehemently protected her, declaring that until the truth of the final battle was clear, none would harm her. The Immortal Lord, observing Yun Ya's unprecedented display of emotion, questioned why he was protecting Bai Xiaoying after bringing her back.
Yun Ya explained that Bai Xiaoying's outburst was caused by being trapped in a forbidden formation, the details of which he had found in ancient archives, proving it could induce demonic possession. An elder then accused Bai Xiaoying of being a demon, citing her sudden increase in power after the Trial Assembly and her alleged poisoning of Yun Ya.
Yun Ya refuted the accusation, demanding proof of her demonic nature and clarifying that his previous illness was due to his own mistake, not Bai Xiaoying's actions. The elder then suggested Yun Ya harbored romantic feelings for Bai Xiaoying, deeming such a relationship between master and disciple improper. Yun Ya, however, asserted that his "biases" were simply a master's equal care for all disciples, and he was merely fighting for justice for his wrongfully accused student.
The Immortal Lord then admitted to authorizing the forbidden technique, stating that Bai Xiaoying's inner energy was "sinister" and he could not entrust the Divine Sword to her. Yun Ya swore on his life that Bai Xiaoying was not of the Night Clan. The Immortal Lord, still unconvinced and concerned by Yun Ya's aggressive defense, noted that her influence on him was undeniable and asked for concrete proof of her innocence.
Bai Xiaoying stepped forward, proposing a trial in the Soul-Crushing Array, a perilous formation that would either inflict immense pain on an ordinary person or annihilate a Night Clan member. Despite Yun Ya's immediate concern for her safety, Bai Xiaoying remained resolute, stating her certainty that she harbored no Night Deity power, as Ye Chenyuan was not the Night Deity.
The Immortal Lord, after Yun Ya demanded to know the terms for her exoneration if she passed, agreed to Bai Xiaoying's proposal. He ordered the activation of the Soul-Crushing Array, promising that if she emerged alive, she would be reinstated as Nine Heavens' official Sword Master. Inside the array, Bai Xiaoying faced agonizing pain, nearing her breaking point and mentally apologizing to Yun Ya.
However, a sudden glow emanating from the bracelet on her wrist imbued her with renewed strength, allowing her to persevere. She successfully endured the array, unequivocally proving she was not of the Night Clan and did not possess the Night Deity's power. The Immortal Lord publicly acknowledged his error, reinstated Bai Xiaoying as the Sword Master, and entrusted her with the sacred responsibility of eradicating the Night Deity and safeguarding the Three Realms.
Despite achieving vindication, Bai Xiaoying remained visibly dispirited. Yun Ya found her lost in thought and gently inquired about her mood. Bai Xiaoying thanked him profoundly for his unwavering support in clearing her name, which finally granted her a legitimate identity within the Three Realms. Yun Ya, on the verge of expressing something more personal, instead reaffirmed his role, stating that protecting his disciple and clearing her name was merely his duty.
He gently chided her for her reckless bravery in entering the Soul-Crushing Array, to which she explained she only wanted to spare him from a difficult choice. Yun Ya then sternly reminded her that regardless of her past connections with Ye Chenyuan, her primary duty as the War God was to slay the Night Deity and oppose the Night Clan, forces eternally at odds with the immortals. Bai Xiaoying acknowledged his words, confirming she understood her responsibilities.
Hua Yuying, attempting to initiate intimacy with Ye Chenyuan, was firmly rebuffed. He reminded her that their impending marriage was solely a transaction, a condition she herself had set to jointly rule the Night Clan and for him to gain the sword crystal. He explicitly warned her not to "delude herself into thinking you're my real wife" and if she wished to reconsider, they could discuss other terms.
Hua Yuying scoffed at the idea of being a "widow in life" and then angrily pointed out that Bai Xiaoying had returned to Nine Heavens as the Sword Master, now destined to kill him. She accused him of playing tricks and insisted it was too late, declaring Bai Xiaoying their enemy and that there was "no future between you two." Ye Chenyuan sharply commanded her to "Shut up!"
yet then strangely remarked that he found "this version of you more appealing." Ye Chenyuan forcibly entered Nine Heavens to retrieve Bai Xiaoying. Upon seeing her, he immediately criticized her for returning and accepting the role of Sword Master despite how Nine Heavens had treated her.
He questioned whether her motive was magnanimity, ambition, or affection, and further mocked her for allegedly becoming "entangled with your master" so soon after leaving the Night Clan, calling it a "cosmic joke" that defied natural order. Bai Xiaoying fiercely defended Yun Ya, declaring him the "finest man in all realms" for protecting her and restoring her title, questioning what any of this had to do with Ye Chenyuan.
Ye Chenyuan attempted to drag her away, but Yun Ya intervened, declaring that Ye Chenyuan would not take Bai Xiaoying. Ye Chenyuan scoffed at Yun Ya's attempt to stop him and easily defeated him, leaving Yun Ya spitting blood.
As Ye Chenyuan pulled Bai Xiaoying, she struggled, accusing him of having given up the sword crystal and questioning why he was now changing his mind and criticizing her, given his previous indifference to her pathetic pleas not to marry Hua Yuying. He affirmed that he still wanted the sword crystal. Yun Ya, recovering, drew his sword and prepared to fight, but Bai Xiaoying unexpectedly stepped in front of Ye Chenyuan, blocking Yun Ya's attack.
She assured Yun Ya that Ye Chenyuan was not there to start a war but to help them retrieve the sword crystal, which was needed to awaken the Divine Sword to slay the Night Deity. She promised to explain everything later and asked Yun Ya to trust that Ye Chenyuan meant no harm. Ye Chenyuan acknowledged that their personal scores would be settled another time.
With Bai Xiaoying's intervention, the three settled down for a negotiation, choosing the Mortal Realm as a neutral ground, with Bai Xiaoying acting as the human representative, Ye Chenyuan representing the Night Clan, and Yun Ya representing Nine Heavens. Yun Ya first inquired about the sword crystal, to which Ye Chenyuan confirmed it was still with Hua Yuying.
Yun Ya acknowledged Bai Xiaoying's revelation that Ye Chenyuan was not the true Night Deity, noting that the real Night Deity would not have lost to his subordinate. Ye Chenyuan retorted by reminding Yun Ya that he himself had lost to his own disciple and had even attempted to kill her. Their exchange quickly escalated into a heated argument about past events and who was responsible for Bai Xiaoying's plight, with Ye Chenyuan asserting he had saved her life.
Bai Xiaoying intervened again, proposing they set aside old grievances. She suggested the best approach was to combine Yun Ya's power with Ye Chenyuan's plan: they would assist Ye Chenyuan in overthrowing Hua Yuying to reclaim the Night Clan, and in return, they would secure the sword crystal. Yun Ya, while trusting Bai Xiaoying, expressed his deep distrust for Ye Chenyuan, suggesting it would be better to directly invade the Night Clan with Nine Heavens' forces to seize the crystal.
Ye Chenyuan scoffed at this, claiming Yun Ya would be defeated before even reaching the Night Clan. To resolve the impasse, Bai Xiaoying proposed using Truthwater to ensure honesty. Yun Ya, upon splashing the Truthwater on Ye Chenyuan, first asked if he would surrender the sword crystal if they helped him defeat Hua Yuying, to which Ye Chenyuan immediately replied "Yes."
Then, Yun Ya directly confronted Ye Chenyuan, asking if he was taking the sword crystal for Bai Xiaoying, and if he had feelings for her. Ye Chenyuan responded "Yes" to the former, just before Yun Ya could finish the latter.
