Are You the One Episode 31 Recap, Plot

> Are You the One
> Are You the One Recap

News quickly spread to the palace that Cui Xingzhou had fallen from his horse and injured his leg while trying to save the young son of the Prince of Beizhou. The Grand Empress Dowager speculated that Cui Xingzhou either genuinely had an accident or was intentionally trying to avoid the marriage proposal.

Ziyu, who had always disliked Cui Xingzhou and was eager for him to settle down, was now even more inclined to find a way to punish him for exploiting this situation. Shi Xueji could tell that Ziyu was already planning something. She knew that since Cui Xingzhou still held significant military power, now was not the right time to punish him, as it could disrupt the morale of the troops.

She comforted the Grand Empress Dowager, suggesting that while Cui Xingzhou may have intended to refuse the marriage, his fall while saving the Prince of Beizhou demonstrated his sincerity. This showed that he did not want to take undue credit and was willing to serve the court loyally.

Shi Xueji's reasoning was sound, and since the new emperor had just ascended the throne and the Suwang was still making small moves, it was indeed not wise to act against Cui Xingzhou at this time. The Grand Empress Dowager agreed, but Ziyu was displeased and left, finding an excuse to do so. After leaving the Grand Empress Dowager's presence, Shi Xueji was summoned by Ziyu to the Hall of Diligent Governance for lunch.

Shi Xueji felt uneasy, having just gone against Ziyu’s wishes, and worried that there might be consequences. When the imperial kitchen served a dish of pork knuckles, Shi Xueji was startled, thinking Ziyu might be punishing her. Ziyu, looking into her eyes, assured her that it was purely an invitation to dine together, as it would bring him some peace of mind. Recently, Cui Xingzhou had been visiting Liu Miantang frequently, hoping to chat with her.

On days with good weather, Liu Miantang would push Cui Xingzhou's wheelchair along the riverbank to enjoy the breeze and scenery, though she still kept a cold demeanor. One night, with a gentle breeze blowing, Cui Xingzhou hobbled to Liu Miantang’s door on his crutches and poured out his heart, asking her to marry him. Liu Miantang was torn. She was well aware of the vast difference in status between them and did not want to become anyone’s concubine.

What she desired was equality. Cui Xingzhou loudly reminded her that he wanted to marry her with full honors as his official wife, becoming the Princess Consort of Huaiyang, not a concubine. Liu Miantang, however, did not agree, throwing a pillow at the doorframe and telling him to leave immediately. The next morning, Cui Xingzhou had already arrived early at Liu Miantang’s grandfather’s room for a game of chess.

He expressed his desire to marry Liu Miantang and even offered to move her grandfather and the entire family to Zhenzhou, where he would provide them with a large mansion. Liu Miantang’s grandfather asked Cui Xingzhou in return: if he liked Liu Miantang so much, why would he want her to give up her budding career in Beizhou just to join him? Cui Xingzhou was surprised and asked if this was her grandfather’s opinion or Liu Miantang’s.

When Liu Miantang woke up, she did not find Cui Xingzhou. She went to her grandfather’s room and found him sitting alone in a daze. Her grandfather recounted what had happened earlier and regretted whether his casual remark to test Cui Xingzhou might have jeopardized his granddaughter’s lifelong happiness. It was absolutely impossible to ask Cui Xingzhou to give up his position as the Prince of Huaiyang, as it was not only his lifelong mission but also essential.

Liu Miantang quickly set out to find Cui Xingzhou, searching many places before returning to the riverbank where they had once spent time together. Cui Xingzhou arrived with a notebook in hand. He seriously showed Liu Miantang his planned schedule, indicating that he was willing for her to stay here. He promised to diligently manage state affairs and return to reunite with her whenever he had free time.

Touched by Cui Xingzhou’s deep affection, Liu Miantang finally agreed to marry him. The two immediately went to the local yamen (government office), and when they saw the bright red official seal on their marriage certificate, they were overwhelmed with emotion.

Episode 30 Recap

Episode 32 Recap

Related Posts