Episode 30
When Lu Wen learned that Shi Xueji had returned from self-examination, he made a special trip to visit her. She happened to be cleaning dates while laughing and chatting with the palace maids. Her innocence and optimism seemed to dispel all the gloom.After Lu Wen took the crystal dates from her and tasted them, the topic naturally turned to her trip home.Shi Xueji used jujube as a metaphor, saying with a smile that jujube is even sweeter after being frosted, implying that Lu Wen should face pressure without losing himself, just in moderation.Her wisdom and thoughtfulness made Lu Wen deeply gratified and convinced that her presence in the harem would not disrupt the government, but would be a stabilizing force.As for why she didn't convey her father's orders, Shi Xueji had a clear mind and knew that fully assisting Lu Wenfang was the right path, and she was willing to become his solid backing.
On the other side, in the deep night, a wisp of unknown smoke quietly invaded Cui Xingzhou's study, the attendants fainted, and the books were scattered.At the moment of crisis, Liu Miantang broke in through the window, saved him from danger, and carefully treated his leg injury. The diary on the table caught her eye, and a different story was revealed between the lines.After the bandaging was completed, Liu Miantang wanted to leave, but Cui Xingzhou gently persuaded him to stay, expressing his feelings and wishing to grow old together.Although Liu Miantang was moved, he remained reserved and did not respond.
The next day, Cui Xingzhou's injury recovered a little, so he rushed to the Qiao Mansion. It happened to be the day when Liu Miantang's sister passed away, and the Qiao Mansion was very happy.The appearance of Cui Xingzhou surprised everyone. After some dealings, he finally got the opportunity to express his intention to marry the Qiao family, but he put it on hold temporarily because of the return of the Qiao family's new son-in-law.Afterwards, Qiao's grandfather privately questioned Cui Xingzhou about his past. He was quite dissatisfied with his past behavior and wanted to punish him with force.Liu Miantang appeared in time and revealed Cui Xingzhou's true identity - the King of Huaiyang. The scene was momentarily embarrassing.Grandpa Qiao respected his bravery but was worried about his past. He firmly opposed the marriage and only hoped that his granddaughter could find ordinary happiness.
