Go East Episode 28 Recap, Plot

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A Shu returned to her new residence to pack her belongings, while Yuan Mo was extremely reluctant to let her go. A Shu explained that since she had just been officially titled, she would have to receive envoys from various nations, and it would be more convenient to live in the Princess Residence. Yuan Mo still wanted to persuade her to stay, but Third Lady and Fourth Lady had already sent him away.

Envoys from various nations took turns meeting with A Shu, but she couldn’t keep track of all the different customs and rituals. She had to rely on Shen Bailian, who stood beside her giving physical cues. By the end of the day, A Shu was utterly exhausted. She had initially thought that being a princess would be an enjoyable experience, but it turned out to be full of rigid protocols, leaving her with no freedom.

In the evening, Yuan Mo came to the Princess Residence to see A Shu, but the guards stopped him. A Shu wanted to meet Yuan Mo alone, but Third Lady and Fourth Lady refused, forcing Yuan Mo to leave in frustration. Late at night, Yuan Mo climbed over the wall to enter the Princess Residence. Suddenly, Kang Yunhai came to visit.

A Shu worried that Kang Yunhai's sudden appearance would arouse the White-Clad Guest’s suspicion, but Kang Yunhai reassured her that it was appropriate for him to visit under the guise of an envoy. Avoiding contact would only seem suspicious. He explained that he had come to discuss important matters: the puppet ruler supported by Long Tuqi had suddenly fallen ill, and Long Tuqi had declared himself regent. He was now only one step away from seizing the throne.

While these developments were expected, Kang Yunhai was concerned about A Shu's safety. Yuan Mo suggested reporting to Yu Deshui to strengthen the security at the Princess Residence and having Yuchi Hua stay with A Shu for company. A Shu then asked whether it had been Kang Yunhai's doing when Duomi was rescued and she escaped from the shoe shop. Kang Yunhai admitted that he couldn’t openly oppose the White-Clad Guest, so he had to act in secret.

Yuan Mo apologized for his earlier rudeness toward Kang Yunhai, but Kang Yunhai brushed it off. He only advised Yuan Mo to protect A Shu and work toward becoming the Sifang Hall’s supervisor, just like his father Yuan Hanjing had done. That way, he could assist A Shu and help her stay in Dayong. The next day, Yuan Mo moved into a new house, and only Xiaobai was around to share a few words with him.

Wang Kunwu brought some cheap military wine to celebrate with Yuan Mo. Yuan Mo asked Wang Kunwu what plans he had with Yuchi Hua, but Wang Kunwu didn’t know how to respond. The two drank heavily, and Wang Kunwu ended up staying at Yuan Mo’s house to rest. A Shu had asked Yuchi Hua the same question.

Yuchi Hua revealed that when she was unconscious, Wang Kunwu had confessed his feelings, but later, when she subtly tested him, he completely denied it. This made her no longer want to deal with him. A Shu believed that someone as straightforward as Wang Kunwu might have been serious. Regardless, the two were close sisters, and A Shu mentioned that they would eventually get married together. Yuchi Hua promised to make A Shu’s wedding dress, and they both happily agreed.

The next day, after sobering up, Wang Kunwu remembered Yuan Mo’s words about not waiting too long and decided to confess his feelings to Yuchi Hua immediately. When he arrived at the Yuchi Residence, he overheard Huo Zian bidding farewell to Yuchi Hua. Huo Zian mentioned that he was heading to Mobei to mine a stone that could be used to weave soft golden armor.

Yuchi Hua expressed her hope that all soldiers could be protected by such armor, and Huo Zian promised to do his best to make that happen as a way to protect her. He had long noticed that Yuchi Hua only had feelings for Wang Kunwu, and he was content as long as she found happiness. Wang Kunwu entered and sincerely said goodbye to Huo Zian. Yuchi Hua still didn’t want to acknowledge him, but Wang Kunwu finally confessed his feelings.

He explained that he hadn’t dared to face his emotions before because he was afraid of losing the most important person in his life. While distributing money and food on the streets, A Shu encountered several refugees from Yule suffering from a pox infection. She arranged for Third Lady to find an abandoned courtyard and gather all the infected refugees there. Ji Mingli brought some Sifang Hall guards to help, using honeysuckle to disinfect and treat the sick.

Half a month later, the epidemic subsided, and Sifang Hall hosted a banquet to celebrate. They made plans to attend the upcoming Lantern Festival together. Yuchi Hua, who had never been interested in such events, now paid attention to beautiful places, thanks to her time spent with Wang Kunwu. After the banquet, Yuan Mo wanted to escort A Shu back to the Princess Residence, but Third Lady and Fourth Lady stopped him at the door.

Wang Kunwu, who had taken a drunken Yuchi Hua back to the Yuchi Residence, was caught by Duke E, who, seeing Wang Kunwu’s determination, further acknowledged him and instructed him to cherish Yuchi Hua for a lifetime. Elsewhere, Yi Yi asked the White-Clad Guest why, having already found the Yule princess, they didn’t just eliminate her.

The White-Clad Guest replied that the people of Yule valued their bloodline above all else. Controlling the princess would allow them to dominate Yule and even the Great Desert. What Long Tuqi wanted was also what the White-Clad Guest desired.

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