Scent of Time Episode 16 Recap, Plot

Based on the provided content and the translation glossary, here is the English translation:

It is time for the former runaway adopted daughter of the Ya tribe to appear. Hua Qian recalled how Zhong Yelan and Mu Yao found the tooth lady, Qian Po, persuading her to return to the City of Splendors to identify the Hua family. Then, she called Hua Rongzhou and asked him to go to a town in the border region to find someone. However, when Hua Rongzhou heard "Huiyang County," a hint of shock and panic crossed his face. Despite his reluctance to face that place, he agreed to go for Hua Qian's sake.

Hua Qian found Princess Chang and asked her for permission to divorce Zhong Yelan. Princess Chang was greatly surprised and advised Hua Qian to calm down first. But Hua Qian couldn't wait any longer and told Princess Chang that if she didn't agree, she would have to seek Zhong Xiwu's help. With a headache, Princess Chang advised Hua Qian to calm down and make her own decision regarding the divorce.

As she left, Lady Gao approached and told Hua Qian that Zhong Xiwu was looking for her. When Hua Qian entered, she was examined by an old nurse who was measuring her with a rope. Zhong Xiwu stated that he intended to make a new garment for her, suggesting she could decide on the divorce herself. However, in Hua Qian's view, Zhong Xiwu was just using it as an excuse to prepare a gift for Mu Yao. She couldn't help but persuade him that even if Mu Yao didn't become a concubine to Zhong Yelan, she would never accept being trapped as the main wife in the inner house. Therefore, Zhong Xiwu should think carefully. Upon hearing this, Zhong Xiwu appeared distraught and only regained his composure by gripping his knees tightly.

Later, Hua Qian returned to the Hua family. She announced her intention to divorce and reminded Hua Wenang that the Hua family was already in a precarious situation, and there were potential threats everywhere. Over time, they would find themselves powerless and unable to escape the traps set by others. The issue with Hua Shen was proof of that. Hua Wenang couldn't refute her but was reluctant to give up his power, so he changed the topic, asking why Hua Qian had changed. Hua Qian ignored him and continued persuading him, suggesting that if he resigned now, the Hua family might have a chance of living the rest of their lives peacefully.

On the other hand, Mu Yao had already investigated and found out that the tooth lady, who had previously procured furniture for the Mu family, had adopted a little girl she had bought and sold years ago and raised her as her own. Later, she had privately sent the adopted daughter away for marriage, indicating a deep emotional bond. This adopted daughter, named Xu, now lived in a border town. Zhong Yelan was thrilled and planned to follow this lead. However, when he learned that Hua Qian had asked Princess Chang and Xu for permission, his joy faded away.

Back in the room, Mu Yao was startled by the unexpected arrival of Wu Suomo. Wu Suomo informed Mu Yao that when she and Zhong Yelan first met under the tree, she had actually been nearby. He had intended to help but was preempted by Zhong Yelan. Mu Yao recalled the past and confirmed that Wu Suomo was not lying; they had missed each other due to unfortunate circumstances, which may have been manipulated by Hua Qian.

Upon learning that a visitor had come to her family's house, the girl from the Qi family was delighted. She almost ran out to greet Jin Lin, the housekeeper. Fortunately, a maidservant reminded her of the decorum for young ladies, and she didn't cross the line. Upon discovering that Jin Lin was preparing to get married, she felt that all her hopes had been dashed. Suddenly, her future seemed to darken, and the path forward was unclear. She tore a piece of paper to shreds, blaming herself for her earlier misjudgment of people.

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