Pretty Boy Episode 9 Recap, Plot

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When they were not attending lessons, Qing Cai, Gan Pu, Han Aizhen, Wang Yishao, and Gao Yin often sat together for tea. Although they engaged in lighthearted conversation, there was an undercurrent of tension among them. Surprisingly, Hong Hui, upon confirming Qing Cai’s "widow" status, prepared a bouquet of flowers to give to him. However, Han Aizhen refused to let Qing Cai accept gifts from anyone, promptly throwing the bouquet away.

After Qing Cai and Han Aizhen left the group, they discussed the relationships between the manor, Wang Yishao, and the prince. Based on Wang Yishao’s claim that the Mo Gate was his enemy, it seemed logical that the manor might also be opposed to Qing Cai. However, Yin Niang had released Qing Cai’s adoptive father and treated his injuries immediately upon learning that he knew the whereabouts of the late king’s prince. This hinted at deeper interests and connections.

The details of these connections were likely only known to the adoptive father, but no one could get close to him now. Qing Cai suggested that Han Aizhen find an excuse to meet with Yin Niang, gain a sliver of her trust, and use that to approach her father. This way, they could uncover more information. During their meeting, Yin Niang, aware of Han Aizhen’s connection to the general, specifically asked if she knew Mr. Shangshan.

Anticipating this, Qing Cai had shared some stories about Mr. Shangshan with Han Aizhen in advance. Although Mr. Shangshan was well-known in the martial world, Qing Cai, after spending several days with him, discovered that he was just a simple, childlike old man from the countryside. When Han Aizhen candidly described Mr. Shangshan as "just a countryside old man with a childlike heart," everyone laughed, thinking she was being bold. Only Yin Niang believed her.

She dismissed Han Aizhen, then ordered her subordinates to renovate the dormitories for some newly recruited maids. Since that night when Gan Pu saw Qing Cai’s adoptive father place his and Han Aizhen’s hands together, she had deliberately kept her distance. Qing Cai, understanding her feelings, also began reducing their interactions, especially after Wang Yishao suggested that their factions might be opposing forces. He wanted to spare Gan Pu unnecessary pain in the future.

One day, Wang Yishao openly expressed his feelings for Gan Pu by placing a fresh flower in her hair. Some laughed and teased him, saying he had given Gan Pu a white flower. Gao Yin explained that white symbolizes elegance and purity. However, Gan Pu removed the flower and handed it to Gao Yin, telling Wang Yishao honestly that she already had someone in her heart.

She added that she wasn’t suited for such a flower, as her experiences traveling far and wide had stripped her of the purity symbolized by white. Instead, she said Gao Yin was much better suited for it. Gan Pu’s meaning was clear, but Wang Yishao persisted, declaring that he would wait for her. He stated that his feelings were his own and had nothing to do with anyone else. Seeing his determination, Gan Pu no longer tried to dissuade him.

Gao Yin, though usually reserved, had witnessed the dynamics between Gan Pu and Qing Cai, and now with Han Aizhen involved, she empathized deeply with Gan Pu’s emotions. When they were alone, Gao Yin asked Gan Pu if she had found a way to cope with her feelings. Gan Pu responded that she had grown accustomed to the current situation. While it was hard to maintain a completely carefree attitude, she believed peaceful coexistence was achievable.

Seeing Gan Pu’s calm smile, Gao Yin felt reassured. Meanwhile, Zhang Fang, who often wandered the countryside discovering interesting items, visited Qing Cai’s restaurant. He became intrigued by the "Lover’s Tears" fruit wine and, after tasting it, found it delightful. He immediately paid for ten jars with shiny silver ingots. Bringing the fruit wine back to the manor, Zhang Fang shared it with Wang Yishao, who praised it highly after tasting it. "Good wine needs a discerning audience," he remarked.

Initially, when Qing Cai recommended this wine, it had few buyers. Now, it had gained popularity among the people of the manor, who were even willing to spend a fortune to order more.

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