Episode 9 recap: Wuxie Decides to Form an Alliance with Zhang Haike
In Episode 9, Zhang Qiling demonstrates his agility, easily dodging the oncoming steel spikes, keeping his companions safe in the process. They venture deeper into Zhang's Fortress, a mysterious place where the dim light of their torches only illuminates a small path ahead. Along the way, they encounter dried-up corpses and scattered remains, sending chills down their spines.
As the group carefully moves forward, Wuxie suddenly has a glimmer of hope, thinking he has found the resting place of the clan leader, where the celestial staff might be located. Eagerly rushing ahead, he is shocked to see his shadow eerily pass in front of him, just before a swarm of venomous insects descends, causing him to scream in agony. His companions rush to his aid and manage to rescue him in time.
Fortunately, they had previously used Zhang Qiling's blood, which seems to possess a strange power that prevents the insects from poisoning him. Zhang Qiling quickly disperses the insects with his torch and decisively takes the celestial staff from the clan leader. This action appears to trigger a hidden mechanism in Zhang's Fortress, enraging more insects that swarm toward them.
In a moment of desperation, Wuxie uses a dagger to cut his palm, spilling his blood around them to drive away some of the insects, buying precious time for their escape. After much effort, they finally find an exit. At the last moment, Zhang Qiling ignites the oil on the iron chains, and a blazing fire quickly engulfs Zhang's Fortress, turning the insects to ash.
With the celestial staff in hand, they escape from the ruins, filled with relief at having survived. However, Wuxie is puzzled by Zhang Qiling's eagerness to obtain the staff, knowing he is not one to seek power. He stands before Zhang Qiling's statue, filled with respect and confusion, yet convinced that Zhang Qiling has a higher purpose.
Wuxie decides to stay and continue searching for the truth, inspiring the chubby guy to join him in this quest. The following morning, an eerie bell tolls, shattering the silence, and rumors spread that the Day of the Withered Sun is near, heralding the arrival of the Night God. Wuxie and the chubby guy realize the urgency of their situation and must make quick decisions. Faced with the two opposing forces of the foreigner Denasi and the descendants of Zhang's family, they decide to split up and infiltrate each side for information.
The chubby guy successfully approaches Zhang Haike, while Wuxie takes advantage of Old Feng's fondness for drink, concocting a scheme to get him intoxicated, allowing him to examine the foreigners' documents. They are horrified to discover that the foreigners possess information about Wuxie's body structure and blood composition, making them feel like prey on a butcher's block.
In a critical moment, Wuxie remembers the hexagonal bell given to him by Zhang Haike. It had once ensnared them in hallucinations, but it also serves as proof of Zhang Haike's sincerity. After careful consideration, Wuxie and the chubby guy decide to side with Zhang Haike to combat the foreign conspiracy.
They devise a clever plan that allows them to evade the foreigners' pursuit, stepping onto a new journey ahead. This experience strengthens the bond between Wuxie and the chubby guy, as they acknowledge the unknown and dangerous path that lies ahead. Yet, they believe that with justice and courage in their hearts, nothing can hinder their progress.
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