Treasures Around Episode 6 Recap
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Pei Pei was seeking Jade Models for the Jade Competition, but he had approached both Ling Yuan and Hua Dian without clearly indicating he needed multiple models. This led each woman to believe she was his sole choice, fostering a sense of trust in him. While Pei Pei was meeting with Hua Dian, Shan Dandan arrived.
She brought a painting of Hua Dian done by Painter Tan Qinghe and mischievously encouraged Pei Pei to declare whether Hua Dian herself or her portrait was more beautiful, which left him feeling awkward. After leaving Hua Dian's presence, Pei Pei confronted Shan Dandan, accusing her of deliberately causing trouble. Shan Dandan, however, felt resentful that Pei Pei was spending time with other women, viewing his actions as flirting.
Their argument was interrupted when both Ling Yuan and Hua Dian discovered that Pei Pei had approached them simultaneously to be his Jade Model. Angered by his apparent deception, the women became confrontational, prompting a startled Shan Dandan and Pei Pei to quickly flee. Meanwhile, Su Jue's uncle had obtained a design from Precious Pei Pavilion, which he revealed was for an Exquisite Jade piece. Upon seeing the design, Su Jue was pleased.
He instructed his uncle to have an identical Exquisite Jade Ruyi carved and sent to the governor's residence as a birthday gift. Their plan was that once Pei Pei presented his piece at the competition, he would be accused of plagiarism, disqualifying him.
Su Jue also admitted his long-standing admiration for Shan Shuangshuang and declared his intention to win the competition with his piece, the Mandarin Duck in Turquoise Water, and present it to her as a token of his affection. Back at Precious Pei Pavilion, Pei Pei continued to be upset with Shan Dandan's interference. He directly asked if she had been jealous when she saw him with other women, which led her to cause chaos at Full Bloom House.
Surprisingly, Shan Dandan admitted her jealousy, stating her dislike for seeing him with others, his inconsistent behavior, and his previous actions like kissing her without acknowledging it later. Pei Pei seemed pleased by her admission. He then kissed her again, explicitly stating he was not drunk this time, marking a clear step in their relationship. Shan Dandan responded warmly, embracing the moment.
After confirming their relationship, both Pei Pei and Shan Dandan became distracted and seemed less focused on the upcoming Jade Competition. A'Liu noticed their indifference and urged them to concentrate on the important task at hand. Reminded of their responsibilities, they regained their focus and began discussing their competition piece and finding a suitable Jade Model. With the previous plan involving Hua Dian and Ling Yuan falling apart, they needed a new approach.
Pei Pei suggested inviting Hong Yan from Full Bloom House, noting her exceptional dance skills despite not being as famous as the others. They met with Hong Yan and proposed she be their Jade Model, offering her the Exquisite Jade Ruyi they had planned to present.
However, after seeing the Ruyi, Hong Yan explained that it would be difficult to integrate the piece effectively with her dance, making it hard to showcase both the jade and her performance to their full potential. They explained that the Ruyi was very important and couldn't be changed, which presented a challenge. Unexpectedly, Pei Pei decided to change the piece itself, realizing the importance of the Jade Model's presentation.
He asked Hong Yan what kind of jade piece would better suit her dance, mentioning options like a drum, fan, or flute. Based on her input, he committed to creating a jade fan specifically tailored to her performance. Shan Dandan initially worried that changing the piece so close to the competition might be risky, but after Pei Pei sought her encouragement, which led to a kiss, his confidence soared.
He quickly completed the design for the jade fan and personally began carving it. When Pei Pei presented the finished jade fan to Hong Yan, it proved to be a perfect match for her dance. Hong Yan's subsequent performance with the fan was described as astonishingly beautiful, showcasing the potential of the piece. As the day of the Jade Competition arrived, Pei Pei and Shan Dandan were faced with a crisis: Hong Yan was nowhere to be found.
They frantically searched for her, growing increasingly worried. Unbeknownst to them, Su Jue was behind her disappearance. He had instructed Madam Yang at Full Bloom House to prevent her and other dancers from attending the competition, intending to cripple Precious Pei Pavilion's chances. Facing the imminent start of the competition and with no Jade Model, a desperate Shan Dandan volunteered to step in and perform as the Jade Model herself, despite her lack of professional dancing experience.
The competition commenced with various participants presenting their main jade pieces accompanied by performances. However, the City Lord appeared somewhat unimpressed with the initial presentations. When it was Su Jade Pavilion's turn, Shan Shuangshuang took the stage with the Mandarin Duck in Turquoise Water. Her presence with the beautiful jade piece was captivating. Su Jue then delivered a compelling speech about the piece, further enhancing its presentation.
The City Lord was greatly impressed, praising Su Jade Pavilion's entry and seeming ready to declare them the champion before the next competitor even presented. Finally, it was Precious Pei Pavilion's turn. To everyone's astonishment, Shan Dandan had made a last-minute change to their presentation plan. Instead of herself, she convinced Pei Pei to take the stage as the Jade Model, dressed as a woman, holding the jade fan. Pei Pei's appearance was strikingly beautiful, surprising the crowd.
Su Jue was particularly shocked, having anticipated the Exquisite Jade Ruyi based on the design obtained by his spy. The sudden change to a jade fan caught him completely off guard, leading him to believe his strategy had failed. Pei Pei then performed with the fan, captivating the audience. The City Lord received Pei Pei's jade fan and expressed his admiration for it. However, he still felt that Su Jade Pavilion's Mandarin Duck in Turquoise Water was slightly superior.
As the City Lord was preparing to announce the champion, Shan Dandan spoke up from the audience. She urged the City Lord to examine the jade fan closely with a magnifying glass. Upon closer inspection, the City Lord was astonished to discover the long-lost silk thread-carving technique used on the fan. Recognizing the immense skill involved, he was highly impressed by the exquisite craftsmanship.
The judges, however, remained divided, with some favoring Su Jade Pavilion's piece for its material and overall artistry, and others arguing for Precious Pei Pavilion's fan due to its remarkable carving technique. Faced with the disagreement, the City Lord decided to declare both shops tied for first place.
At this moment, Su Jue's uncle stood up and requested that the City Lord open a gift box that Su Jade Pavilion had sent to his residence a few days prior, hinting at a further complication.
