The Princess Royal Episode 19 Recap, Plot

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Xun Chuan was about to personally thank the princess when she heard Shangguan Xu's voice inside. Shangguan Xu reminded Li Rong that her current position as the head of the Inspectorate was solely due to the emperor's favor. He emphasized that under the crushing weight of powerful families, both aristocrats and commoners were mere ants. However, Li Rong believed that both she and the Shangguan family had the ability to change the rules. She criticized Shangguan Xu for wanting to maintain the current situation, unwilling to disrupt the balance, which ultimately led to a standoff between the emperor and the aristocracy, causing the Shangguan family to gradually decay and become ineffective.

Therefore, Li Rong wanted Shangguan Xu to understand that the Daxia dynasty had gone through four emperors and had been founded nearly a hundred years ago. With turmoil in the northwest and frequent natural disasters internally, it was no longer a newly established dynasty and couldn't afford such chaos. Li Rong stated that she never intended to engage in mutual destruction with the Shangguan family but hoped to preserve their integrity and pride. She proposed Shangguan Ya take over as the head of the Shangguan family. Shangguan Ya openly expressed her willingness to cooperate with the princess to protect the Daxia dynasty. Hearing this, Shangguan Xu no longer opposed and lamented that it was time to hand over power to the younger generation.

Soon, the Inspectorate was fully equipped, from its name, banner, to uniforms. Li Rong selected trusted subordinates to form a team, officially establishing the Inspectorate. Pei Wenxuan stood by, smiling indulgently. Shangguan Ya curiously asked if he felt pressured by his wife's strong character, but Pei Wenxuan believed that only those who were incapable needed a weak wife to highlight their abilities. He hoped that his wife could achieve her wishes.

Because of this, Pei Wenxuan willingly became Li Rong's most solid support, helping her conquer the world or maintain stability in one region. In his view, a husband's love for his wife was not about giving her a golden cage but having the ability to let her do what she wanted freely.

After the establishment ceremony, Li Rong invited the main officials of the Inspectorate to the princess's residence for a meal. Xun Chuan, now appointed as the Inspectorate's local supervisor, was supposed to head to the northwest soon. However, Li Rong insisted on holding a farewell banquet for her, inviting Shangguan Ya, determined to get thoroughly drunk.

This parting was uncertain when they would meet again. Li Rong reminded Xun Chuan to be cautious and not too straightforward while alone. Xun Chuan toasted three times to Li Rong: the first toast was for Li Rong's efforts in overturning the Qin family's wrongful conviction; the second was for Li Rong's favor and letting her realize that women could live differently; the third was for the fortune of meeting Li Rong and Shangguan Ya, having regarded them as confidants, hoping they would remain friends for life.

After the banquet, everyone dispersed. Li Rong returned to the corridor alone, swept the steps with her sleeve, and sat down. Pei Wenxuan sat beside her, gazing at the night sky. Li Rong was happy to have family, friends, and Pei Wenxuan by her side. Their eyes met, and the tenderness enveloped them like a light web.

Meanwhile, Shangguan Ya, drunken and stumbling, was supported by Su Ronghua onto a carriage. After seeing the carriage off, Su Ronghua turned around to find his carriage waiting and Su Rongqing standing nearby with a meaningful smile. The brothers went home together.

That night, Xun Chuan packed her bags and saw Qin Lin waiting for her in the courtyard. Qin Lin knew Xun Chuan was Qin Zhenzhen and felt deeply pained for her sacrifices for the family, but Qin Zhenzhen had no regrets. After bidding farewell to Qin Lin, Xun Chuan saw the crown prince Li Chuan waiting outside.

After this incident, Li Chuan realized he hadn't protected Qin Zhenzhen and still hoped she would stay, giving him a chance. Xun Chuan tearfully refused, unwilling to make any compromises, parting ways with no possibility of reconciliation.

After the establishment ceremony, the Inspectorate started to operate. Li Rong, with Shangguan Ya's help, began with the Qin family case and the military funds case, investigating over seventy officials, which surprised the emperor. Li Rong seized the opportunity to persuade the emperor to uproot corruption, but he warned her there would be more officials to impeach.

As expected, the next day, numerous petitions against Li Rong flooded the court. The aristocrats targeted her directly. Li Rong and the crown prince staged a show, appearing as if they were at odds, though it was just a façade. The emperor, remembering the Qin family's contributions, promoted Qin Lin to General of Loyalty and Courage, Qin Feng as vice general, and Xiao Su as the Grand Marshal of the northwest, guarding Chen Zhou and commanding the northwest army.

Once these matters settled, Pei Wenxuan planned to enhance their relationship. He prepared Li Rong's favorite dishes, personally blended a calming incense, and dressed meticulously. It was the coldest time of winter, but he insisted on wearing a thin white robe. Li Rong pretended not to notice until he couldn't bear it and hurriedly put on his fur coat to keep warm.

Soon after, a kite with the word "stop" appeared in the Inspectorate, but the person who flew it was nowhere to be found. Li Rong ignored it and, after finishing her work, went out with Shangguan Ya. Meanwhile, Pei Wenxuan was shopping in the street when he was attacked by a child assassin. Fortunately, he reacted in time and only suffered minor injuries.

Hearing this, Li Rong hurried back to the residence. Despite Pei Wenxuan's injuries, she personally served him soup. Originally, Li Rong wanted to let the matter rest, but Pei Wenxuan's injury made her determined to be merciless, ordering a thorough investigation. Li Rong then told Pei Wenxuan that she would be leaving the capital for a few days, and Pei Wenxuan insisted on accompanying her. He asked Tong Ye to find an elegant place for them to meet.

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