Episode 20 recap: Han Zi Qing Falls into the Spirit Water River
In Episode 20, Chu Fei Yan from the Western Ling and the Li Ge siblings from the Eastern Ling arrive at Nan Zhao, one after the other. Chu Fei Yan maintains his arrogant demeanor, while Li Ge’s sister isn’t backing down either. She deliberately mentions Han Zi Qing, implying that she would come with the Fourth Prince. Li Ge sees through her sister’s intentions but chooses to ignore it.
Before long, Jun Bei Yue and Han Zi Qing arrive as well. The King of Nan Zhao takes them on a tour of the courtyard before everyone prepares to rest. Suddenly, Princess Qian Qian appears out of nowhere, chasing after Si Tu Hao Nan. When she can't catch him, she turns her attention to Han Zi Qing, bombarding her with questions about her relationship with Si Tu.
Han Zi Qing, uninterested, heads inside to change clothes. Seeing this, Jun Bei Yue quickly sits Qian Qian down and introduces her to Han Zi Qing. When Han Zi Qing comes out, only Si Tu remains; Jun Bei Yue and Qian Qian have disappeared.
Si Tu teases Han Zi Qing about not worrying that Jun Bei Yue will be swept away, while Han Zi Qing calmly munches on a banana. At the mention of Qian Qian, Si Tu immediately stops talking and sneaks away. Meanwhile, the King of Nan Zhao suggests a "Divine Guidance" game in Misty Valley to probe Han Zi Qing's background.
As Jun Bei Yue and Han Zi Qing study the map of Nan Zhao, their sights are set on the mysterious Ice Pool. However, Nan Zhao has many rules prohibiting random exploration. Jun Bei Yue suggests they should go openly, as long as the "divine" leads them past the Ice Pool to Langya Mountain. Han Zi Qing understands that this "divine" is merely a human construct and thinks to herself that they might as well have the "divine" lead them as they wish.
The next day, everyone participates in Nan Zhao's traditional activities, dutifully paying their respects, while Qian Qian relentlessly pesters Han Zi Qing with questions. Frustrated, Han Zi Qing tries to brush her off.
In an unexpected moment, Qian Qian accidentally bumps into Chu Fei Yan, provoking the King of Nan Zhao to threaten to kick them out. Han Zi Qing speaks up for Qian Qian, helping her avoid trouble. Grateful, Qian Qian becomes convinced that Han Zi Qing is a good friend.
During the "Divine Guidance" segment, both sides are tense, but Han Zi Qing ultimately wins. This displeases the King of Nan Zhao, but Queen Qin quickly intervenes, suggesting they could go to Langya Mountain via the Spirit Water River. The people from Yaogu readily agree, which calms the King.
Han Zi Qing receives word to change their route to the waterway. While puzzled, she complies. At that moment, Bai Li Wei Sheng returns to check on his master, who warns him not to focus on the islanders to avoid exposing Jin Jiao's identity. In truth, he takes on the bounty hunter role to ensure his master has a better life.
The master advises him to stay home while he travels with the king. When Wei Sheng hears he might see Han Zi Qing, he insists on joining. Meanwhile, Li Ge discreetly seeks information from Queen Qin, who mistakenly thinks he is interested in Han Zi Qing. After clarifying, she reveals that the King of Nan Zhao is testing Han Zi Qing's identity but doesn’t provide further details, promising to keep investigating.
As everyone boards the ship to Langya Mountain, Jun Bei Yue is summoned by the King of Nan Zhao for a game of chess, reminding Han Zi Qing to be cautious. Li Ge also quietly advises her to stay safe. While Han Zi Qing is pondering, Queen Qin requests her presence, and despite her reluctance, she goes.
All the ladies are on the deck when someone suddenly approaches Han Zi Qing from behind. After receiving a signal from Queen Qin, this person pushes her into the water! The water is toxic, and no one dares to rescue her, but Li Ge acts quickly to help.
However, Queen Qin's people claim the antidote isn’t on the ship, only handing over a blanket. As they cover Han Zi Qing with the blanket, she cleverly yanks Queen Qin into the water with her!
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