Episode 19 recap: The Million Contestants in the Elimination Match
In this episode, when Million first encounters Jing Yuan, she instinctively takes a few steps back, appearing somewhat guarded. Jing Yuan casually brings up their early encounter from years ago—when Million was just an innocent eight-year-old girl, far from the weight and fear she carries now. Million suddenly realizes that they indeed share a past.
She candidly explains that her purpose for attending the Wu Lake meeting is to seek the Ling Yao grass to recover her lost memories. Jing Yuan curiously asks what she plans to do after regaining her memories. Million straightforwardly replies that she intends to do the things she was meant to do. This prompts Jing Yuan to reminisce about Million's bold declarations a decade ago when she entered the palace, vowing to act on behalf of justice and do what is right, and he can't help but admire her unchanged ideals.
Jing Yuan leisurely explains why he is fishing there, stating that the things one truly desires don't require forceful enticement; they simply need patience, and the right time will come. At that moment, Qu Zheng arrives in a hurry, and Million wisely chooses to step aside, knowing that Jing Yuan called him over to create a tense atmosphere, hinting at secrets about to be revealed.
Upon returning, Million informs her companions about Qu Zheng's arrival, causing everyone to frown in concern. What worries them even more is the upcoming elimination match the next day, a contest that holds great significance for their honor and future.
The elimination match arrives as scheduled, and the grouping phase is charged with tension. Zi Jing, serving as the host, clearly announces the rules, and then everyone begins to select their teams. Million and Jin Mu Qiu instinctively choose the red team, while Qu Zheng deliberately picks the blue team and tries to pull Million to his side, knowing he was last year’s champion and has considerable influence.
However, Qing Yun prefers the red team. Jing Yuan quickly intervenes to calm his impulsiveness, stressing the importance of winning the first battle and ultimately persuades him to join the blue team.
As the competition heats up, each team searches for tokens to secure victory. Million is fully committed, but when she returns to the base, she discovers that the blue team is already far ahead. Qu Zheng taunts her to give up. Just then, the rules change dramatically, allowing players to switch teams by attacking the opposing side.
This shift complicates the situation, further extending the blue team's lead. Million is anxious until she sees Qing Yun decisively switch to the red team, securing a significant number of tokens for her. Even so, the gap between the two teams remains vast. After leaving her with a resolute promise, Qing Yun hurries away, vowing to help Million obtain the Ling Yao grass.
As the match reaches a fever pitch in the final moments, all rules are thrown out the window. Million confirms with Zi Jing that as long as no harm comes to the disciples of the Nine Layers of the Ghost Palace, anything else is fair game. With confirmation, she devises a plan. Amid the chaos, Million stealthily returns to the base, using her wits to incapacitate the guard watching the tokens and swiftly seizing a large number from the blue team.
Just as she is about to succeed, the blue team's Yu Chen suddenly appears, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown…
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