• Aired:2023-10-24, Last updated: 2023-10-27 01:14

Episode 5 recap: Hu Meng is the true Golden-Faced Fox.

Zhao Tan Tan engaged in lively conversation with Qiu Yue Bai, sometimes calling him "Yue Bai" and other times "Ah Qiu." The name "Ah Qiu" reminded her of him whenever she said it. Cui Chen found it annoying and used his spiritual power to make Qiu Yue Bai continuously be called "Ah Qiu." This coincidence puzzled Zhao Tan Tan, unsure if it was really that convenient.

Miao Yu and Hua Xiang were dining at the Tianxiang Restaurant when they saw Zhao Tan Tan and approached her, demanding the Golden-Faced Fox. Zhao Tan Tan scolded them for having incorrect information, as they had actually caught the Hamster Spirit instead of the scholar. The scholars had already returned safely, and Miao Yu and Hua Xiang's act of kindness should have resolved the matter. However, Miao Yu and Hua Xiang refused to let it go, insisting that they had agreed upon the Golden-Faced Fox. They then mocked the Qingyuan Sect, claiming it had become a joke in the cultivation world. This angered Zhao Tan Tan, and in the heat of the moment, she promised to capture the Golden-Faced Fox and deliver it to them within three days.

Hu Meng was drawn to the argument and appeared, asking Miao Yu and Hua Xiang if they had a reservation number. Upon learning that they didn't, Hu Meng completely disregarded the Tianyin Palace and had the waiter kick them out. Zhao Tan Tan admired Hu Meng's actions, but Hu Meng was actually considering the reputation of Cui Chen and Qiu Yue Bai. Zhao Tan Tan then realized that Qiu Yue Bai was the owner of the Seven Nights Inn chain, which increased her admiration for the talented and promising Qiu Yue Bai. However, she also sensed the peculiar atmosphere between Cui Chen and Qiu Yue Bai and immediately took a step back to avoid them.

Zhao Tan Tan agreed to Miao Yu and Hua Xiang's demand to capture the Golden-Faced Fox within three days. However, they currently had no leads, which made her anxious. She couldn't understand why Cui Chen had agreed to it since he was the respected Mu Bai Zhenren and his words held weight. Cui Chen explained that he couldn't stand by while the Qingyuan Sect and Qing Zhu Feng were being insulted. Although they had no leads at the moment, he was determined to capture the Golden-Faced Fox.

As a token of gratitude for saving her life, Qiu Yue Bai specially arranged for a chef to prepare a table full of delicious dishes. Zhao Tan Tan's eyes sparkled with delight as she happily indulged in the feast. She didn't forget to pick up food for Cui Chen, who reluctantly took a few bites. Qiu Yue Bai found Zhao Tan Tan adorable and proposed to become her disciple. Zhao Tan Tan was surprised by this unexpected offer and couldn't help but feel a sense of pride.

To prevent Qiu Yue Bai from truly becoming his disciple, Cui Chen used his spiritual power to create a knocking sound. Seizing the opportunity while Qiu Yue Bai and Zhao Tan Tan went to investigate, he pushed Qiu Yue Bai out of the door, urging him to return and rest early.

Zhao Tan Tan was resentful that Cui Chen wouldn't let her take on disciples. She kept muttering that she wanted to and went to find Qiu Yue Bai. However, when she saw Qiu Yue Bai, she admitted that she hadn't reached the Golden Core stage and, according to the rules of the Qingyuan Sect, she couldn't take on disciples.

Qiu Yue Bai immediately said he could wait. Upon learning that Zhao Tan Tan's mission was not just to capture the Golden-Faced Fox but also to find the Seven-Leaf Lotus, he convinced Zhao Tan Tan to bring him along, citing the convenience of the Seven Nights Inn, which was spread throughout the world, for gathering information and finding a place to stay. Zhao Tan Tan couldn't help but feel elated at the thought of finding the lotus and becoming the true light of Qingyuan. However, Cui Chen overheard their conversation at the door and reminded Zhao Tan Tan that only the guardian of the Seven-Leaf Lotus could accurately locate its whereabouts.

Zhao Tan Tan immediately changed her previous disdainful expression and welcomed Cui Chen into the house. She cleaned the stool, poured tea, and finally persuaded Cui Chen to accompany her in the search for the Seven-Leaf Lotus. Cui Chen had a tuft of fur from the Golden-Faced Fox, which made Zhao Tan Tan's eyes light up. After questioning, she learned that the Golden-Faced Fox had appeared tonight, and when Cui Chen attacked it, it escaped, leaving behind only the fur.

Hu Meng specially brought a roasted chicken and asked Qiu Yue Bai and Cui Chen to promote it. Zhao Tan Tan, who was money-minded, immediately took advantage of the opportunity and sold the two of them. The scholars who had been captured by the Hamster Spirit organized a spontaneous parade, hoping to attract the real Golden-Faced Fox to accept them so that they could return to their previous lives.

Zhao Tan Tan looked down on these able-bodied individuals trying to take shortcuts and embarrass the Golden-Faced Fox. She didn't notice that Hu Meng's face turned pale with anger. Soon, advertisements claiming that the Golden-Faced Fox would come out to clarify the situation tonight were all over the place. Zhao Tan Tan, Qiu Yue Bai, and Cui Chen went to the square on time and indeed saw the Golden-Faced Fox with its eight fox tails, scaring away the fervent scholars.

Cui Chen and Zhao Tan Tan stood up to chase after it and realized that Hu Meng was the true Golden-Faced Fox. After a fierce battle, Cui Chen finally captured Hu Meng. They learned that Hu Meng had been operating the Yunlai Tower so conspicuously to find her lover, so they let her go.