Flourished Peony Episode 19 Recap, Plot

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Mudan encouraged Jiang Zhangyang to host a banquet and invite the young aristocrats to Jiang’s estate to watch a performance. On the stage, she displayed a variety of exquisite flowers. The aristocrats were eager to purchase them, but Mudan informed them that Jiang had already purchased all the flowers from Huaman Zhu. She suggested that if they became regular customers of Huaman Zhu, they would receive priority access to any flowers in the future.

Zhu Fu apologized to Lv Gengchun for the previous misunderstanding, and Lv Gengchun accepted her apology. Qin Shengyi, noticing this, specially prepared a delicate scented powder as a gift for Lv Gengchun. However, Lv Gengchun, not fond of scented powders, declined the gift, leaving Qin Shengyi disheartened. Soon after, Wang Qing appeared again, playing the role of someone concerned for Qin Shengyi, gifting her a hand balm. Qin Shengyi reluctantly accepted it but returned the money to him.

Zhu Fu recognized Wang Qing as Qin Shengyi’s ex-husband, who had once mistreated her. Furious, she confronted Wang Qing on Qin Shengyi’s behalf but accidentally hurt Qin Shengyi in the process. That evening, Mudan learned about the incident and asked Zhu Fu to apologize to Qin Shengyi. However, she shared one sentiment with Zhu Fu: if Wang Qing were to appear again, he deserved to be beaten every time they saw him.

Yet Qin Shengyi remained hesitant, still longing for a man she could rely on. She felt that Wang Qing had changed from the person he once was. Mudan told her that finding someone who truly understood her was far more important than simply marrying. Though Mudan couldn’t persuade her further, she hoped Qin Shengyi would listen. Meanwhile, the County Princess visited the Liu residence, bringing purple bamboo tea as a gift.

She reminded Madam Liu that the tea must be enjoyed within two months of picking to fully appreciate its fragrance. Madam Liu immediately understood the underlying message and agreed that Liu Zishu could marry the County Princess on the sixth day of the following month. However, Liu Zishu cited his busy schedule at the Ministry of Revenue as an excuse to delay, which displeased the County Princess. Madam Liu quickly stepped in to ease the tension.

Seeing Liu Chang’s ongoing frustration, the County Princess agreed to postpone the wedding, which slightly softened his stance. But then she mentioned having taught a lesson to some Ministry officials who had given him trouble, causing them to take leave. This infuriated Liu Chang, who felt she had interfered without consulting him. The County Princess argued that she had acted for his benefit, but Liu Chang was unmoved, accusing her of overstepping.

Later, a dog sent by King Ning bumped into the County Princess. She initially appeared angry but softened when she learned it was King Ning’s gift, even feeding the dog herself. Liu Chang sarcastically remarked about “the dog relying on its master’s power,” to which the County Princess retorted, accusing him of being oppositional. Still, it was clear that the County Princess’s feelings for Liu Chang were deeper, and she eventually conceded.

Yet their peace didn’t last, as they quarreled again. The County Princess then revealed details about the incident at Shuiyu Pavilion, exposing Liu Chang’s lingering feelings for He Weifang. Liu Chang’s first reaction was to defend He Weifang, claiming she wasn’t that kind of person. He overlooked the fact that the County Princess had compromised her own reputation to push for their marriage and exaggerated her actions to coerce him and his family.

The County Princess, now enraged, refused to yield, and their relationship reached its lowest point. Jiang Zhangyang invited Mudan to Huan Yun Lou to watch the competition for the title of courtesan queen. Someone had tampered with the wine at his table, so Jiang ordered Chuan Yu to pour it all out, wary of potential poisoning due to his notorious reputation. Liu Chang was also present, frustrated and drunk.

In his stupor, he accidentally dropped his strategy essay into the water. Mudan, not recognizing the masked Liu Chang, kindly helped retrieve his essay and praised its brilliance. Liu Chang recognized Mudan and knelt before her, pleading for reconciliation. He confessed that he had fallen out with the County Princess and was willing to give up his current position and reputation for He Weifang.

Mudan’s expression turned cold as she mocked him for needing to see a doctor for his mind before it deteriorated further. Liu Chang, angered, accused Mudan of looking down on him like everyone else. Mudan retorted that if he wanted respect, he first needed to become a respectable person and learn to respect himself. Jiang Zhangyang, dressed in a cloak and wearing a mask, watched the scene unfold from the sidelines. Mudan recognized him.

Huan Yun Lou was bustling with guests that evening, and it was already late. Only one room was left in the building. If Mudan and Jiang Zhangyang wished to stay, they would have to share the room.

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