Brocade Odyssey Episode 35 Recap, Plot

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Cheng Fengze deliberately slowed the carriage, wanting Ji Yingying to admire the scenery of Nanzhao. He mentioned the story of Princess Wang Zhaojun and said he never believed in deals that couldn’t be struck. Ji Yingying, worried about Zhu Xiaoniang and the others, was reassured by Cheng Fengze that they had already arrived in Nanzhao, promising she would get to meet them.

While resting at the posthouse, Cheng Fengze instructed Chihu to prepare a royal consort's gown and used the craftsmen’s lives to coerce Ji Yingying into wearing it. Ji Yingying prayed to Lady Leizu, hoping she would protect her family and friends. Although deeply unwilling, she donned the royal consort’s gown for the sake of her loved ones. When she stepped out, Cheng Fengze was captivated by her beauty, imagining her as his consort. Ji Yingying, however, was expressionless and indifferent.

Cheng Fengze invited her to dine with him, but she deliberately ate messily, staining her clothes. Cheng Fengze didn’t scold her. When Ji Yingying realized the food had been drugged, her body weakened, and her mind became clouded. Cheng Fengze carried her back to her room. When Ji Yingying woke up, she saw Cheng Fengze sitting by the bed.

Fearing she had been violated, Cheng Fengze, sensing her fear, reassured her he wouldn’t do anything dishonorable in secret, emphasizing that he would pursue her openly and righteously. The carriage arrived at the royal residence, where Ning Dai and others congratulated Cheng Fengze on his return. Cheng Fengze reminded them to lower their voices to avoid disturbing the consort.

The maids whispered among themselves, curious about the "divine maiden" Cheng Fengze brought from Yizhou and puzzled about her sudden elevation to royal consort. Chihu warned them not to gossip, while Ning Dai speculated that Cheng Fengze’s actions were superficial—if the Nanzhao King desired Ji Yingying, her marital status wouldn’t matter. Cheng Fengze specially prepared flowers for her, but Ji Yingying showed no interest. In frustration, she bit her tongue hard, alarming Cheng Fengze, who thought she was attempting suicide.

He stopped her and threatened to kill the craftsmen if she tried anything drastic. Ji Yingying retorted that he wouldn’t give up the craftsmen, clarifying that she wasn’t trying to end her life but had her principles. She warned Cheng Fengze not to test her boundaries. Aware of his feelings for her, Ji Yingying likened his affection to fragile porcelain—not true love but selfish possession.

The Nanzhao King hosted a banquet, pretending to show concern over the rumors that Cheng Fengze had been ambushed. Cheng Fengze admitted his fault and shifted the blame onto General Niu, presenting a list of Yizhou craftsmen as a potential source of hope for Nanzhao. Du Yan deliberately stirred trouble, urging the Nanzhao King to pressure Cheng Fengze, demanding the craftsmen produce fifty bolts of brocade monthly.

Upon hearing of Cheng Fengze’s attachment to Ji Yingying and the rumors of her being a divine maiden who protected rulers, the Nanzhao King demanded Ji Yingying make a choice. Seeking to escape her predicament, Ji Yingying proposed a business deal with the Nanzhao King, promising to produce the brocade within a year. The Nanzhao King agreed and signed a formal agreement. Disappointed by Ji Yingying’s decision, Cheng Fengze took her to see the Yizhou craftsmen.

Meanwhile, Du Yan plotted against Cheng Fengze, determined to sabotage the brocade project. He killed two rebellious craftsmen in front of Ji Yingying, who condemned Cheng Fengze for standing by and doing nothing. Cheng Fengze gave Ji Yingying another choice: to publicly admit she was the consort of the Nanzhao King. To protect the craftsmen, Ji Yingying reluctantly agreed.

Cheng Fengze scolded her for being too reckless, reminding her that Nanzhao was not Yizhou and urging her to side with him. Du Yan then brandished a knife at the craftsmen, demanding they demonstrate their brocade-weaving skills. Chen Sanlang and others declared themselves dyers, which infuriated Du Yan, who threatened to kill them. Cheng Fengze intervened, while Ji Yingying endured the humiliation in silence. Zhao Xiuyuan proposed leaving Ji Yingying to lead discussions with the craftsmen about weaving brocade.

Cheng Fengze refused and forcibly took her away. He handed her a dagger, testing her resolve to kill him. Ji Yingying pointed the dagger at him and declared that if necessary, they would perish together.

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