Episode 12 recap: Yue Qi knew that Luo Zhao Yan was a female disciple. Qiyuan Zong provoked the Zhengwu Alliance and engaged in a fight with everyone.
Zuo Guan Ren, the leader of the Zhengwu Alliance, invited everyone to a room for a discussion. On the way, Ju Shi Fang was mocked by members of other branches of the alliance. Wen Yang, the leader of the Tang, stood up for Ju Shi Fang and scolded those people for treating their fellow disciples that way. When several people saw Luo Zhao Yan, they were delighted. After exchanging greetings, they discussed the plan to continue eradicating Qiyuan Zong. Zuo Guan Ren took out a crystal stone, claiming that it was related to Qiyuan Zong. Yue Jin Zhao immediately stated that the crystal stone resembled the one seen in Wuyan Village, and he offered to investigate it.
Ju Shi Fang led everyone to his workshop and showcased his creations, impressing everyone with his ingenious ideas. During the conversation, Xian Qing looked affectionately at Luo Zhao Yan, who quickly avoided the gaze and Xian Qing excused himself, claiming to feel unwell and needing rest.
Yue Qi noticed something strange between the two individuals, and Yue Jin Zhao mentioned that Xian Qing had feelings for Luo Zhao Yan. Ju Shi Fang was surprised by this and questioned how two grown men could have such a relationship. Yue Qi also noticed the expression on Xian Qing's face, indicating unrequited love as described in novels.
Yue Jin Zhao took Yue Qi to have some delicious food but ended up being mistaken by a demented pastry shop owner as her own daughter. They were treated hospitably and enjoyed the food and drinks. Meanwhile, Xian Qing strolled through the streets and noticed Luo Zhao Yan having a polite conversation with a dog. Upon hearing Luo Zhao Yan addressing the dog respectfully, Xian Qing approached and jokingly scolded her for being unable to distinguish between a dog and a wolf. Xian Qing invited Luo Zhao Yan to have tea together and assured her that she didn't need to hide whenever she saw him.
Luo Zhao Yan admitted that she unknowingly absorbed half of Xian Qing's cultivation, causing him to suffer severe injuries. However, Xian Qing affectionately stated that they should not dwell on the past. He had willingly made that choice, and moreover, he promised Luo Zhao Yan that he wouldn't easily disregard matters of life and death anymore. He hoped that Luo Zhao Yan wouldn't feel burdened and would stop avoiding him.
Aware of Xian Qing's feelings for her, Luo Zhao Yan became restless, so she politely bid farewell and hastily left. Unintentionally, Yue Jin Zhao and Yue Qi witnessed Xian Qing and Luo Zhao Yan's actions, and out of concern for them, they followed after.
Yue Qi and Luo Zhao Yan were sitting together drinking tea when Yue Qi accidentally spilled tea on Luo Zhao Yan's chest. She quickly used her hand to wipe it off and was surprised to find that Luo Zhao Yan's chest was as soft as her own. Startled by this discovery, she hurriedly went to find Yue Jin Zhao. Meanwhile, Yue Jin Zhao and Xian Qing were walking and chatting, teasing each other about their unrequited love.
Yue Qi informed them about Luo Zhao Yan being a female, but they responded indifferently, making Yue Qi realize that they had known this all along. Back at the inn, everyone was preparing to rest when Xian Qing suddenly felt unwell. He smelled the fragrance of the shape-shifting incense. Soon after, Gao Xiao and the members of Qiyuan Zong nearby began shouting loudly, claiming that there was a wolf demon present.
Ming Xiu quickly left the room upon hearing the commotion. The members of the Zhengwu Alliance had already surrounded Xian Qing, Yue Jin Zhao, and the others. Zuo Guan Ren told them that the Zhengwu Alliance never associated with demons and monsters. He ordered his subordinates to capture the demon. Yue Qi and the others fought fiercely to protect Xian Qing, and upon hearing the news, Luo Zhao Yan rushed to the scene. Zuo Guan Ren ordered her to kill Xian Qing, but Luo Zhao Yan drew her sword and stood firm, declaring that she would not allow anyone to harm Xian Qing.
Both sides engaged in a chaotic battle. In the midst of the confusion, a man in white clothes took Yue Qi away. Upon seeing this, Yue Jin Zhao urgently wanted to chase after them but was hindered by the overwhelming presence of the Zhengwu Alliance members. He fought with all his might. As the crowd dispersed, Yue Jin Zhao carried Xian Qing on his back and retreated into the dense forest. Xian Qing told him to leave him behind and quickly find Yue Qi.
Luo Zhao Yan knew that Yue Jin Zhao was worried about Yue Qi, so she told him that Xian Qing would take care of her and reassured him not to worry. It was Bian Luo Huan who took Yue Qi away. He brought her to a safe place and immediately treated her. He informed Yue Jin Zhao that in a little while, Yue Qi would also be affected by the shape-shifting incense.
Yue Jin Zhao arrived and confirmed that it was indeed Bian Luo Huan who had taken Yue Qi. He swung his sword at him, but Bian Luo Huan evaded his attacks without intending to fight back. Yue Jin Zhao managed to remove Bian Luo Huan's mask with a strike of his sword and was shocked to see a face identical to his own.
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