The Untamed Episode 21 Recap, Plot

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Jiang Yanli was overjoyed to see Wei Wuxian alive and well, and she burst into tears of happiness. She gazed at Wei Wuxian’s thin face with teary eyes, feeling deep sorrow for him. Jiang Yanli wanted to know where Wei Wuxian had been all this time, but Wei Wuxian was unwilling to say much. He held Jiang Yanli tightly and promised that this time, he would never be separated from her and Jiang Cheng again.

The three of them were destined to be a family, never to part for a lifetime. Jiang Yanli’s eyes reddened, and Jiang Cheng, standing beside them, showed a warm smile. At that moment, Nie Huaisang came running over, shouting excitedly to see Wei Wuxian. Taking the opportunity, Jiang Cheng dragged him away, saying he was preparing a banquet that evening to welcome Wei Wuxian. However, Wei Wuxian’s reaction was indifferent.

After everyone had dispersed, he sat alone, gently stroking his black flute. Outside the door, Lan Wangji silently observed everything, his eyes filled with concern that Wei Wuxian might walk down a dark path. Elsewhere, Wen Ruohan, upon hearing of Wen Chao’s tragic death, was heartbroken yet refused to accept defeat, roaring that he would see how the great clans could possibly overcome the mighty Wen Clan. The Nie Clan hosted a banquet to welcome Wei Wuxian.

Seeing that Wei Wuxian was not carrying a sword, Nie Mingjue questioned the reason. Others added fuel to the fire, mocking Wei Wuxian, saying that as a disciple of a noble clan, he refused to carry a sword—how arrogant he must be. Wei Wuxian did not bother explaining, merely responding with a cold smile. The crowd whispered among themselves, suspecting that Wei Wuxian had practiced some sinister magic, likely relying on underhanded tricks.

As everyone raised their cups in a toast to unite against the Wen Clan, Wei Wuxian silently took his wine jug and left the banquet hall. The others watched his departure awkwardly, unable to stop him. Slowly, Wei Wuxian walked to the courtyard. Through the window, he saw Lan Wangji’s proud and aloof figure and recalled the words Lan Wangji had spoken about the dark and deviant path. Smiling self-deprecatingly, he drank to drown his sorrows.

Jiang Cheng followed him outside, advising him to carry his sword from now on. Wei Wuxian refused to reveal the truth, only saying that in his youth, he had been reckless and enjoyed showing off his swordsmanship. Jiang Yanli later visited Wei Wuxian’s room and curiously touched the black bamboo flute, only to feel a burning pain as if scalded.

Realizing that this spiritual weapon had already recognized Wei Wuxian as its master, Jiang Yanli advised him to give it a good name. Wei Wuxian’s eyes flickered with a complex light as he named the black flute "Chenqing. " Jiang Yanli naturally sensed the changes in Wei Wuxian, but she did not press him. She knew that when Wei Wuxian was ready, he would speak on his own.

Meanwhile, Lan Wangji sat in his room, reminiscing about the past when Wei Wuxian was a lively and eloquent youth in their academy. The memory felt like a lifetime ago. The once carefree and spirited Wei Wuxian seemed to have vanished, replaced by someone burdened and solemn, with none of his former carefree radiance. Jiang Cheng searched everywhere but could not find Wei Wuxian, so he went alone to attend the council meeting.

Because Wei Wuxian had missed the discussions regarding the Sunshot Campaign with the other clans, many began to gossip, accusing him of arrogance and indiscipline. At that moment, Wei Wuxian was atop a mountain, where he unintentionally saw Wen Qing and others being held as prisoners, subjected to inhumane treatment. His flute, Chenqing, stirred restlessly in his hands, nearly beyond his control. With no other choice, Wei Wuxian fought to maintain his clarity of mind and played Chenqing.

The sorrowful melody resonated through the mountains, sending rocks tumbling down to temporarily help Wen Qing and the captives. Once the prisoners were taken away, Wei Wuxian finally regained his composure. Jiang Yanli found Wei Wuxian on the mountain and brought him back. Wei Wuxian reassured Nie Mingjue that there was no need to worry about defeating Wen Ruohan because something in this world must exist to counteract the Yin Iron. With that, he turned and left.

The noble clan disciples, seeing that he still carried no sword, cast scornful glances at him, but Wei Wuxian remained indifferent, paying them no mind. Lan Wangji and Lan Xichen were discussing the philosophy of life when they encountered Wei Wuxian and Jiang Cheng. Having no way to avoid them, Wei Wuxian had to step forward to greet them, but his gaze toward Lan Wangji was always evasive.

Lan Xichen could tell that Lan Wangji was deeply concerned about Wei Wuxian, yet Lan Wangji adamantly denied it. Jiang Cheng continued to remind Wei Wuxian that swordsmanship was the true path of cultivation and should not be neglected. Wei Wuxian forced a lighthearted smile, but only he knew the truth—without his golden core, he could never wield a sword again. Lan Wangji hesitated outside Wei Wuxian’s door, wanting to knock but ultimately holding back.

Just then, Jiang Yanli arrived to seek Lan Wangji’s guidance. Lan Wangji, filled with worry, warned Jiang Yanli that the path Wei Wuxian was taking would damage his soul. However, these words were overheard by Wei Wuxian. He stepped out and retorted coldly, his tone sharp. Angered, Lan Wangji turned on his heel and left. Jiang Yanli hurriedly explained, and only then did Wei Wuxian realize he had misunderstood Lan Wangji. He quickly ran after him.

Lan Wangji drew his sword and swiftly attacked Wei Wuxian. Caught off guard, Wei Wuxian barely managed to evade the strike, nearly getting injured. Only then did Lan Wangji withdraw his sword, solemnly questioning why Wei Wuxian refused to carry his sword. Wei Wuxian responded with a bitter, helpless smile, full of unspoken pain.

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