Episode 19 recap: Zhao Ruoqi was bestowed the title of De Fei.
Due to the matter regarding the achievements of the third prince, the sage summoned Zhao Ruoqi and said that she would be punished. The eunuch informed Zhao Ruoqi that the sage was suffering from a headache, a condition that the late emperor also had. When the sage experienced an episode, his temper would worsen, and he would refuse to take medicine even when offered. The eunuch advised Zhao Ruoqi to be cautious. The sage asked Zhao Ruoqi if she desired to become the empress. Zhao Ruoqi expressed that everyone aspired to be a virtuous mother of the nation and share the sage's concerns.
The sage inquired about Zhao Ruoqi's reaction if she became the empress dowager and the third prince became the sage. Zhao Ruoqi stated that she would relinquish power. The sage remarked that few people could resist the temptation of power, and Zhao Ruoqi believed that having power might not necessarily be a good thing. The sage asked Zhao Ruoqi how she would handle a neighboring country's invasion. She believed that peaceful resolution would be the best outcome, as it would be the people who suffer in times of war.
The sage mentioned that the empress's family was inclined towards warfare, causing hardship for the common people. He commended Zhao Ruoqi for her understanding. The sage declared that it was getting late, and they should retire for the night. Zhao Ruoqi received the imperial edict, and she was conferred the title of Fei, with the honorary title De.
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