Who Rules The World Episode 25 Recap, Plot

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Hua Chunran insisted on being named Heavenly Maiden, believing that only with that title would she be considered equal in power and capable of negotiating on fair terms — even Huang Chao meant little to her. In their youth, Hei Fengxi, Feng Xiyun, Huang Chao, and Hua Chunran had known each other. As a child, Hua Chunran had longed to wear the Phoenix Crown of the Empress. She now wondered who would place it on her head.

Bai Fengxi remarked that Hua Chunran was the most beautiful woman in Youzhou and now had been named Heavenly Maiden of Dadong. No matter whom she married — whether Hei Fengxi or Huang Chao — she would not be at a disadvantage. Hei Fengxi was surprised that the news of Hua Chunran choosing a husband was only circulating among royal circles, yet Bai Fengxi knew. Bai Fengxi brushed it off.

She guessed that Hei Fengxi would be shocked upon seeing Princess Xiyun. Hei Fengxi asked if she thought Princess Xiyun was inferior to Hua Chunran. Bai Fengxi hastily denied it, leaving Hei Fengxi puzzled. Zhong Li came in with tea and, seeing Bai Fengxi’s expression, revealed that she was jealous. Hei Fengxi was pleased — jealousy meant she cared.

Zhong Li reminded Hei Fengxi to do everything he could to win her over, and informed him that the Qingzhou army was preparing to approach Liang City in a few days. Hei Fengxi sighed that this battle seemed unavoidable. It would be best to resolve it peacefully to avoid bloodshed. Zhong Li was confused, saying the king wanted them to go to war with Qingzhou. Hei Fengxi replied that in the field, a general’s orders could override royal commands.

He decided to write to the Hereditary Prince of Qingzhou, Feng Xieyue. If they could align, things would be easier — but they must still prepare the Ink Feather Cavalry for any scenario. At the Qingzhou camp, Feng Xieyue was planning the battle when Bai Fengxi arrived and called him “big brother. ” It turned out Bai Fengxi was none other than Princess Feng Xiyun of Qingzhou, as Hei Fengxi had once mentioned.

She had come to ask her brother for peace, informing him that Yu Ming was dead and that the new person in charge of Liang City was Hei Fengxi, second son of the Lord of Yongzhou. She suggested that it would be better to talk directly with Hei Fengxi — after all, war would benefit neither Qingzhou nor Yongzhou.

Feng Xieyue agreed to send envoys to Liang City the next day and persuaded Bai Fengxi to stay, luring her with good wine. Zhong Li still hadn’t received word from Bai Fengxi, and Hei Fengxi blamed himself deeply. He hadn’t expected Bai Fengxi to care so deeply, that just one word could upset her so much. Little did he know that Bai Fengxi was enjoying drinks and conversation with her brother, Feng Xieyue.

She asked about their father, who was both worried and proud of her. If not for the risk of exposing her identity, he would have long announced to the world that the famous Bai Fengxi was actually Princess Feng Xiyun of Qingzhou. Feng Xieyue was curious about her and Hei Fengxi’s relationship. Bai Fengxi explained everything and warned him not to reveal her identity when meeting Hei Fengxi.

Feng Xieyue said he would judge whether Hei Fengxi was qualified to be his brother-in-law. Bai Fengxi blushed — her smile when mentioning Hei Fengxi was impossible to hide. Feng Xieyue insisted he must give Hei Fengxi a hard time. Bai Fengxi objected, not wanting him to trouble Hei Fengxi. Bai Fengxi returned. Thinking she had been out all night, she prepared to be scolded by Hei Fengxi.

But instead, Hei Fengxi was full of concern and kindness, showering her with attention. He guessed she was jealous over Feng Xiyun of Qingzhou. Bai Fengxi was shocked, thinking Hei Fengxi had figured out her identity. But then he said he wouldn’t mention Feng Xiyun’s name again, leading Bai Fengxi to mistakenly think he wanted to avoid exposing her. Hei Fengxi kept getting closer to her, just about to kiss her — when Chuan Yu appeared and interrupted.

Chuan Yu reported that the Hereditary Prince of Qingzhou, Feng Xieyue, had sent envoys to negotiate peace with Hei Fengxi and would arrive personally tomorrow. Hei Fengxi summoned everyone to a meeting in the side hall and made two preparations. First, integrate the Liang City defense troops into the Ink Feather Cavalry to guard the city gates and prevent a sneak attack.

Second, set up an ambush inside the capital office — if Feng Xieyue made any suspicious moves, he would be detained. Hei Fengxi discussed with Bai Fengxi their conversation earlier about Hua Chunran and Feng Xiyun. Only then did Bai Fengxi realize Hei Fengxi didn’t know her identity, and she admitted she had been jealous these past two days, telling him not to take it to heart.

The Lord of Jizhou played chess with Huang Chao when a subordinate arrived with news. Furious, the Lord scolded Huang Chao for killing Grand Tutor Ran. Huang Chao explained that Ran had colluded with palace eunuchs and slandered him repeatedly. The Lord of Jizhou berated Huang Chao for lacking a ruler’s mercy, saying he had raised a wolf. Suddenly, the Lord collapsed. Thanks to Yu Wuyuan’s antidote, his life was spared.

Huang Chao was enraged that someone dared poison his father, intending to frame him for patricide. Once he was denounced by the people, they could support a new ruler. Huang Chao gave the order to assemble the Zheng Tian Cavalry — tonight, he would pray for the King and sacrifice traitors to Heaven. Feng Ju reported to the Lord of Yongzhou that Ruyuxuan was involved in treasonous activity.

Investigation showed it was linked to an organization in the martial world called Fountain Abode. Its leader, Hei Fengxi, along with Huang Chao, and Yu Wuyuan, was one of the Four Gentlemen of the World. The organization’s numerous shops secretly gathered intelligence. The Lord asked Feng Ju about his marriage. Feng Ju said he would leave the decision to his parents. The Lord of Yongzhou officially arranged his marriage to the daughter of the Duke of Liang.

Later, the Lord ordered Zhang Zhongge to secretly investigate Ruyuxuan. If it was truly involved in treason, arrest its manager. If Fountain Abode could be used, all the better. Today, Hei Fengxi would negotiate peace with Feng Xieyue. Bai Fengxi said she wanted to come too, claiming it was to see Feng Xieyue. Hei Fengxi was jealous. Hei Fengxi wanted to build a dam in Liang City.

Publicly, to solve the flooding problem and help with farming — a win-win for the people. Privately, as a member of the Imperial Family, only with a flourishing Yongzhou could he have something to rely on. Especially with someone in the world worth protecting. Feng Xieyue praised Hei Fengxi as a wise ruler and decided to withdraw his troops the next day — for he, too, had someone in the world he wished to protect.

As he said this, he glanced at Bai Fengxi, making Hei Fengxi jealous. With peace achieved, Hei Fengxi asked Zhong Li to host Feng Xieyue. He then invited Bai Fengxi for a walk, only to be rejected.

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