Episode 24 recap: Yun Wei Shan and Gong Zi Yu joined forces, forming a formidable duo, and together they defeated Gong Huan Yu.
Gong Huan Yu learned that there was a half-drawn diagram of the boundless flowing fire on Gong Zi Yu's body. With this knowledge, Gong Huan Yu planned to use Yun Wei Shan as a hostage to force Gong Zi Yu's cooperation. The others surrounded Gong Huan Yu, buying time for Gong Zi Yu. Gong Zi Yu elevated his internal strength and mastered the Snow Moon Flower Nine Stances. In the end, working together with Yun Wei Shan, they defeated Gong Huan Yu. Shang Guan Qian intercepted Shang Guan Qian as she tried to escape, but in the end, Shang Guan Qian let her go. This was because she whispered something in Shang Guan Qian's ear, revealing that she was carrying the bloodline of the Gong family. Fortunately, Shang Guan Qian kept the diagram of the boundless flowing fire that Shang Guan Qian had intended to take with her.
Gong Huan Yu easily broke through the crowd's blockade and escaped from the cellar. He happened to see Yun Wei Shan outside, who revealed that she was now a person of the palace. However, Gong Huan Yu didn't intend to let her go because he knew that Gong Zi Yu had half of the Unlimited Flowing Fire diagram engraved on him. He planned to use Yun Wei Shan as a hostage to force Gong Zi Yu's cooperation. Gong Zi Yu also figured out this point and wanted to go out and rescue Yun Wei Shan. However, considering his current strength, unless he mastered the Mirror Blossom Three Styles, no one could oppose Gong Huan Yu. Xue Zhang Lao and Jin Fan transferred their inner energy to Gong Zi Yu so that he could unleash the Mirror Blossom Three Styles.
The group besieged Gong Huan Yu to buy time for Gong Zi Yu. Yue Zhang Lao unlocked Xue Zhang Lao and Jin Fan's vital points and meridians, allowing them to quickly transfer their inner energy to Gong Zi Yu. Then they rushed out to help Xue Zhong Zi and Yun Wei Shan encircle Gong Huan Yu and gain time for Gong Zi Yu. Xue Zhong Zi was knocked down by Gong Huan Yu, instructing Yue Zhang Lao to protect Yun Wei Shan, as Gong Zi Yu needed to join forces with her to unleash the Wind Blossom Three Styles against Gong Huan Yu.
Just as Yue Zhang Lao was about to be defeated by Gong Huan Yu, Gong Zi Yu accumulated enough inner energy to save Yue Zhang Lao. He and Yun Wei Shan joined forces to unleash the Wind Blossom Three Styles, which proved to be extremely powerful. Gong Huan Yu received a slash, but he still managed to knock Yun Wei Shan to the ground. At a critical moment, Gong Zi Yu used the Mirror Blossom Three Styles to defeat Gong Huan Yu, concluding the sibling rivalry with Gong Zi Yu as the victor. Despite Gong Huan Yu's cunning calculations, he ultimately failed.
Shang Guan Qian took away the half of the Unlimited Flowing Fire diagram from Gong Huan Yu, but she was intercepted by Gong Shang Jue when trying to escape through the palace gate. Shang Guan Qian laid out her entire plan, intending to use the Unlimited Flowing Fire to eliminate Dian Zhu. In the end, Gong Shang Jue let Shang Guan Qian go because she whispered something in his ear, mentioning that she had the palace's flesh and blood. Fortunately, Gong Shang Jue kept the Unlimited Flowing Fire diagram that Shang Guan Qian intended to take away.
Gong Zi Yu, in his role as the leader of the palace, issued a martial decree to the martial world, declaring that the "Half Moon Fly" of the Unfettered faction is not a deadly poison, but rather an illusion that confines the martial world. The true identity of Dian Zhu, the leader of the Qingfeng Sect, is the leader of the Unfettered faction, known for his extreme cruelty. He kidnaps children and trains them to serve his purposes in the Unfettered faction. The martial world is furious, but no one dares to confront him. The purpose of the palace's proclamation is to remind the martial arts sects and righteous individuals that they no longer have to fear and be controlled by the Unfettered faction, and to restore peace and tranquility to the martial world.
Gong Shang Jue came to see Gong Zi Yu and also unraveled a mystery in Gong Zi Yu's heart. It turns out that Gong Zi Yu had always believed that the clearance cheats and guidance notes left by his father were a result of Gong Shang Jue's assistance. This shows that Gong Shang Jue's magnanimity is not as narrow-minded as it seems on the surface, which is also the reason why the old leader chose him as the leader.
Xue Zhong Zi commemorated Xue Gong Zi and recalled the moments they had together. On the other hand, Yue Zhang Lao thought of Yun Que, as if she were by his side, keeping him company. Someone brought him a bracelet that Hua Gong Zi had made for him before his passing. It was originally meant to be given to Yun Que, but fate kept them apart, and the bracelet became a memento of longing.
Yun Wei Shan discovered her true identity. She was actually from the Yun family in Lixi Town, and she was also a twin. This explains why Gong Shang Jue's investigation into her identity did not reveal anything. Gong Zi Yu gave Yun Wei Shan a large box of jewelry, once again expressing his love for her and hoping to never be separated from her in this lifetime. He also wished that Yun Wei Shan would smile every day and not be as unhappy and trapped in the palace as his mother. Yun Wei Shan gave Gong Zi Yu a pill to reassure him, saying that as long as he is there, it is the most peaceful place in the world. She is willing to accompany him in this lifetime.
Yun Wei Shan expressed her wish to return to Lixi Town for a short visit, promising to come back in just a few days. The two agreed on a time to meet again, and Gong Zi Yu regretted that as the leader, he couldn't accompany her on the journey. Jin Fan began to cling to Gong Zi Shang and refused to leave, while Gong Zi Shang became a bit spoiled. The two of them also became a unique scene in the palace.
Yun Wei Shan returned to the Yun family in Lixi Town and unexpectedly saw someone who looked exactly like herself. At the same time, the leader of the Unfettered faction also appeared at the Yun family's residence. When the agreed-upon time arrived, Gong Zi Yu arrived early in front of the palace gates to wait, but from sunrise to sunset, Yun Wei Shan's figure was nowhere to be seen, and he had a foreboding feeling in his heart.
(The end of the drama)
It's almost the same routine, it seems that the other three families bear the blame for the Feng family's downfall, as the elders mentioned that the Feng family has declined, but they didn't explain why the entire family disappeared... Moreover, they spent decades secretly opposing the Gong family.
The cause could very well be that the Boundless Flowing Fire directly or indirectly led to the transformation of the Feng family into aberrant beings. Otherwise, the disappearance of the Feng family and the origin of the aberrant beings would be difficult to explain...
This is like a conflict between two factions, viewed from the perspective of one faction, creating a bias. Yun Wei Shan can be seen as betraying his own faction. Everyone says Wu Feng is the antagonist.
But in the end, it's a matter of winners and losers. Yun Wei Shan is just a minor character within a faction, like a spy in modern terms. So his death is certain. However, he infiltrated the enemy camp and managed to turn one of the leaders of the enemy faction.
So Wu Feng's reign is not secure, he's just a mid-level character among the minor roles. The true leaders have yet to appear.
I believe that the seamless leader (Dianzhu) is a woman from the Feng family in the Wind, Flower, Snow, and Moon clan (that's why she knows about the Boundless Flowing Fire, why she possesses the Hundred Herbs Elixir, why she knows many secrets of the Gong family, and why Yun Wei Shan practiced the Heart Sutra of the Lady of the Blade).
She must be a woman burdened by emotional wounds. She left the valley and established Wufeng (Windless) to oppose the Gong family and seek revenge for love. A woman seeking revenge for love is the most terrifying.
It's almost the same routine, it seems that the other three families bear the blame for the Feng family's downfall, as the elders mentioned that the Feng family has declined, but they didn't explain why the entire family disappeared... Moreover, they spent decades secretly opposing the Gong family.
The cause could very well be that the Boundless Flowing Fire directly or indirectly led to the transformation of the Feng family into aberrant beings. Otherwise, the disappearance of the Feng family and the origin of the aberrant beings would be difficult to explain...
This can't be considered as the ending; it's more like setting up the groundwork for the second part. The more setups there are, the more explosive the anticipation for the second part will be.
The pace of this drama is slow, and not many things have been revealed throughout the entire series. How can they wrap up the story when the plot hasn't even fully unfolded? That's why they need to release a second part to continue exploring the unresolved matters.
For example:
1. The story of the Feng family and the reasons behind the establishment of Wu Feng (No Wind). It's clear that there is a deep grudge against the Gong family.
2. Shang Guan Qian's situation - whether she is truly pregnant.
There will definitely be further intersections, otherwise, if she's pregnant, why would they let her leave? A lost illegitimate child? Such a character can usually bring down an entire family.
3. The two sisters looking alike, and who will appear later on. Both sisters are crucial to the plot.
4. The mysterious person from the mountain hasn't appeared yet. Leaving this setup as a foreshadowing means there will be an explanation, along with special effects.
Please note that this is a bit condensed to fit the character limit, but it captures the main points of your comment.
I'm getting more and more angry as I watch this ending. It was clearly a setup, and they even provided a real map for everyone! Are they afraid that people won't find their way?
If it weren't for that map, Xue Zhong Zi and the others wouldn't have been found so quickly. And what about Xue Gong? Since he's going to abandon them anyway, couldn't he have left earlier?
If you had left, Shang Guan Qian wouldn't have caused any trouble!
And then there's Gong Er, who's supposed to be the strongest fighter. He can't even defeat a single Wǎng.
It's so difficult for him to fight two against one. If it were a Liǎng, could he have annihilated the Gong family on his own?
And what about Xiao Hei? Why use a knife when you have firearms?
If you were a little more decisive, you wouldn't even have a chance to ignite anything! Since you didn't plan on surviving, why did you have to die and explode only after your father died?
In short, they dare to invite anyone to the pot, even those who can't fight. And they provided a real map. If you don't eliminate them, who will?