Brocade Odyssey Episode 16 Recap, Plot

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Ji Yingying learned that Yu Shu wanted to fulfill his son’s last wish of completing the ancient pattern design. She decided to set off with Zhu Xiaoniang and Yu Linglong to Gubei Village to search for the pattern and persuade Yu Shu. Zhu Xiaoniang, traveling so far from home for the first time, was thrilled. Upon arriving in Gubei Village, Zhu Xiaoniang was immediately captivated by the intricate patterns.

Ji Yingying, hearing about a sacrificial ceremony, eagerly followed to see what was happening. Cheng Fengze suddenly appeared, intentionally lingering in Ji Yingying’s view. Yu Shu asked the village elders for support, emphasizing the importance of his son’s ancient pattern. However, the village chief declared that outsiders were not allowed into the village. Cheng Fengze commented that Yu Shu was too fixated on the past, to which Ji Yingying retorted that Cheng Fengze was also stubborn.

Cheng Fengze replied that his only fixation was on Shu brocade. Ji Yingying asked Yu Linglong to distract Cheng Fengze while she discussed matters with Yu Shu. Understanding Yu Shu’s dedication, she gained his respect. He praised her courage and determination to revive the art of Shu red dyeing but lamented that the Yu family no longer had anyone to inherit such a legacy. Meanwhile, Cheng Fengze exchanged a few polite words with Yu Linglong before leaving.

Observing his powerful movements, Yu Linglong concluded that he was a martial artist. Cheng Fengze sneaked into the ancestral hall and discovered the ancient-patterned brocade box unlocked. Upon opening it, he found it empty. When villagers caught him, they accused him of stealing the brocade. The village chief blamed Yu Shu, accusing him of colluding with outsiders to steal the brocade. When Ji Yingying heard about the theft and Cheng Fengze’s capture, Cheng Fengze deliberately implicated her in the matter.

Yu Shu promised that if the brocade was recovered, he would hand over the brocade workshop. Ji Yingying sought the brocade using psychological tactics to gain the chief’s cooperation. She noticed Liu Er’s suspicious behavior. Pressured, Liu Er confessed that he had damaged the brocade while urgently needing money. He pleaded for forgiveness, explaining that he thought the villagers were too poor and that selling the brocade would help them repay debts.

Seeing the situation, Ji Yingying suggested a plan to help the villagers: Yu Shu could repair the brocade and sell it to generate income to support the village. Yu Shu hesitated, but Ji Yingying convinced him that this was the only way to strengthen the Yu family and ensure their protection. At the military governor’s camp, Yang Jinglan impressed the governor with his courage and intelligence.

He informed the governor about General Niu’s misconduct and requested permission to investigate the case to avenge his master, Shen Brocade Official. The governor, initially dismissive of Shen Brocade Official’s significance, was surprised to learn that he was a former grand tutor who had gone into hiding. He advised Yang Jinglan to proceed cautiously. While at the camp, Yang Jinglan saw the transportation officer who had killed Ji Guinan.

Ji Yingying and her companions worked tirelessly for days to repair the ancient-patterned brocade. Once completed, Ji Yingying urged Yu Shu to collaborate with her to preserve the legacy of Shu brocade. Finally, Yu Shu agreed. The villagers, grateful for their efforts, prepared hot wine to celebrate. Cheng Fengze joked about their survival after the ordeal, and Ji Yingying encouraged him to be more honest, suggesting that they might work together in the future.

Watching Ji Yingying’s cheerful demeanor, Cheng Fengze thought about acquiring the brocade workshop and patterns, but he also found Ji Yingying’s unique personality intriguing. Yang Jinglan had been waiting outside the city gates. When he saw Ji Yingying’s carriage return, he questioned Cheng Fengze’s background. Cheng Fengze exaggerated, claiming that he and Ji Yingying had shared life-and-death experiences, which annoyed Yang Jinglan.

Ji Yingying quietly returned home, trying not to alert Madam Ji but was surprised to find Zhu Xiaoniang’s mother waiting. Zhu Xiaoniang declared that she didn’t want an arranged marriage. She wanted to carve her own path and prove her capabilities to her parents. Ji Yingying comforted her, acknowledging that the path chosen by parents is easier but affirming her support for Zhu Xiaoniang’s decision. On her way back, Zhu Xiaoniang ran into Sang Shisi.

He promised to persuade his father and formally propose marriage to her family. However, Zhu Xiaoniang rejected his offer, stating that she didn’t want an arranged match. She wanted a partner who could walk alongside her as equals, turning down Sang Shisi’s feelings.

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