A Love Story of Oiled Paper Umbrella Episode 5 Recap
> A Love Story of Oiled Paper Umbrella Recap
Nan Fengyi asked Meng Xizhou if she would let him be her master. Meng Xizhou was pleasantly surprised and asked if Nan Fengyi truly meant it. Nan Fengyi explained that he could teach her magic, but she would need to cover for him. Slightly disappointed, Meng Xizhou said she thought Nan Fengyi genuinely wanted to teach her, but it turned out he just wanted a long-term shield.
Nan Fengyi assured her that he would pay her a salary and teach her all his spells. Hearing about the salary, Meng Xizhou immediately agreed. Nan Fengyi then suggested she move in with him tomorrow. Meng Xizhou was taken aback, and Nan Fengyi quickly clarified that it would be more convenient for their practice. Meng Xizhou hesitated, saying she was worried that her Wu Shu wouldn’t approve, and Nan Sixu didn’t seem to have a good first impression of her.
Nan Fengyi reassured her to leave the matter for tomorrow and began teaching her a spell to control paper dolls. Meng Xizhou learned it instantly, and Nan Fengyi thought she had some talent after all. That night, as Meng Xizhou lay in bed, she felt elated. She noticed a handkerchief beside the bed wrapped around something. Opening it, she found rock sugar. Taking a bite, she felt sweetness in her heart and on her lips.
The next morning, Nan Fengyi overheard Nan Sixu in the courtyard discussing umbrellas with others. Suddenly, they heard the voices of officials from the Ministry of Justice outside, announcing a curfew. It turned out that Situ Hanshan had escaped, and his whereabouts were unknown. When Nan Sixu saw Nan Fengyi, he quickly asked if Meng Xizhou could truly release the trapped energy of people. Nan Fengyi replied that it seemed so.
Nan Sixu exclaimed that they shouldn’t wait any longer and urged Meng Xizhou to move in. Nan Fengyi teased him, asking if he was no longer afraid of being around women. Nan Sixu declared that he would guard his virginity. Just then, Meng Xizhou arrived and asked what they were talking about. Nan Sixu hurried over, grabbed her hand, and apologized profusely for his behavior the other day, blaming himself for the misunderstanding.
Meng Xizhou, seeing his sincerity, reassured him it was fine. As they were talking, someone came to inform them that the Emperor wanted to see them. Meng Xizhou optimistically guessed it might be for something good. To their surprise, the Emperor ordered them to hand over all their case files on Situ Hanshan to the Heavenly Master’s Residence for demon-catching. Nan Fengyi, understanding the Emperor’s decision was final, agreed without objection.
However, Meng Xizhou was unwilling to see their hard work handed over so easily. She argued that Nan Fengyi had invested so much effort in the matter and even thought about it while in the heavenly prison. The Emperor relented slightly, allowing the Ministry of Justice to assist. Meng Xizhou then requested to join the Heavenly Master’s Residence since she had the ability to identify demons with her "Demon-Recognizing Eyes.
"Du Yuelian of the Heavenly Master’s Residence spoke up, stating that while Meng Xizhou had the ability, she couldn’t bypass the required examination to join. The Emperor agreed, instructing Meng Xizhou to take the examination, which was set for the next day. Nan Fengyi and Meng Xizhou went to Wu Shu’s brokerage shop. Upon arriving, they saw a large crowd gathered outside. Meng Xizhou asked Dan Qian what was happening.
Dan Qian explained that news of Meng Xizhou’s demon-catching abilities had spread throughout Changle City, and all these people had come to seek her help in eliminating demons. Wu Shu, noticing Meng Xizhou and Nan Fengyi, instructed Dan Qian to inform the crowd that the shop was closed for the day due to other commitments. When Meng Xizhou entered the room, she found that Dan Qian and the others had already packed her belongings.
Surprised, she asked Wu Shu if he was really okay with her leaving. Wu Shu enthusiastically encouraged her, saying it was a great opportunity. He pointed out that their family didn’t have anyone in a formal job, and just working as brokers wouldn’t suffice. He urged her to seize the chance. Meng Xizhou and Nan Fengyi arrived at Nan’s residence. Standing at the entrance, Meng Xizhou hesitated, afraid Nan Sixu might kick her out again.
To her surprise, she found a large table of food waiting for her. Nan Sixu explained that it was made by Madam Wang from next door. Madam Wang, after serving the food, politely excused herself, saying she’d leave them to enjoy the meal as a family. After eating, Meng Xizhou sat on her bed with a book Nan Fengyi had given her, diligently practicing spells in preparation for the Heavenly Master’s Residence examination the next day.
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