The Double Episode 22 Recap
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The common people rushed to the government granary when they saw the food distribution underway, but Xue Fangfei began to suspect that the furthest displaced victims should have come from Dingzhou. As more refugees arrived, Xue Fangfei judged they must have originated from Weixian. She concluded the source of the refugees, suggesting Weixian had encountered problems, leading to their arrival here.
With a plan in mind, Xue Fangfei decided to leave Dingzhou for Weixian, believing in facing danger to understand the full scope of the issue. However, just as Xue Fangfei and her group set out, the refugees intentionally blocked them, inciting conflict. Amidst the chaos, someone even attempted to harm Xue Fangfei in her carriage, unaware it was actually Xiao Heng inside. The culprits were swiftly apprehended.
Xue Fangfei had just formulated a plan when Xiao Heng arrived, expressing his willingness to join forces. She explained to Xiao Heng that she would not leave Dingzhou, as its people were akin to those of Huai Township. Xiao Heng was surprised by Xue Fangfei's ambitious plans but agreed to support her. Upon interrogation, it became clear that the son of the magistrate of Weixian had intentionally directed the refugees to Dingzhou.
Xiao Heng exchanged a meaningful glance with Xue Fangfei, conveying their understanding without words. Xiao Heng prepared to leave for Weixian, asking Xue Fangfei if she had any final words, to which she simply cautioned him to stay safe. Jiang Jingrui and Liu Xu had successfully transported a considerable amount of grain to Dingzhou. Through these trials, Liu Xu began to admire Jiang Jingrui's resolute demeanor, having previously viewed him as indecisive.
Jiang Jingrui, misinterpreting Liu Xu's admiration as a confession, was surprised when she only asked him to move the grain. Meanwhile, Xue Fangfei's uncle feared for her safety, allowing her temporary refuge on the city walls. Despite instigators' attempts to provoke unrest, other refugees wavered upon hearing Xue Fangfei's assurances that there was enough food to support everyone until more supplies arrived.
Facing escalating tensions, Liu Xu opened the city gates, allowing Xue Fangfei to confront the leaders of the disturbance directly. In the midst of this crisis, Ye Shijie arrived with Ye Jiaer and others, delivering much-needed grain, which calmed the situation as people rushed to collect provisions. Ye Shijie had preemptively alerted Ye Jiaer to prepare the supplies, having also received advance notice of the threat against the grain, a foresight shared by Xiao Heng.
Xiao Heng had sent a letter to Jiang Jingrui's father, urging him to secure the grain in Cangzhou, while feigning helplessness himself. Princess Wanning learned of the events in Dingzhou, surprised that Xue Fangfei's father was still alive. She noted Shen Yurong's comments about Jiang Li, which seemed to echo her thoughts about Xue Fangfei. Shen Yurong claimed Xue Fangfei had already been killed by his own hands.
Xiao Heng reported the Dingzhou events to the Emperor, who recognized that Xue Fangfei was the key player in managing the orderly distribution of grain among the refugees. However, due to her unauthorized action in rescuing prisoners, Xue Fangfei would inevitably face punishment. The common people, having benefited from Xue Fangfei's assistance in the past, now came forward to plead on her behalf. Standing before the drum tower, Xue Fangfei personally drummed and voiced grievances for her father.
Xiao Heng watched from above, feeling deeply for her. He remembered how he himself had once drummed in a similar manner. The crowd echoed Xue Fangfei's call for justice for her father, deeply moved by her actions. Soon, news of Xue Fangfei's drumming reached the Emperor and Xiao Heng in the imperial study. Xiao Heng knew Xue Fangfei was not foolish; she would first clear her name before admitting guilt, ensuring she would ultimately be acquitted.
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