Episode 24 recap: Hu Zi and his companions, Qi Xiao Xuan, Zhao Xin Tong, Wang Yu Qian, finally arrived in the Kingdom of Qianyu.
They could finally sit down quietly and enjoy the scenery. It had been a long time since they had the chance to sit down peacefully and chat. Wang Yu Qian told everyone that the Kingdom of Qianyu was built on high ground, adorned with flying eaves, arches, carved railings, and jade pavements. Such a magnificent view against the golden sky was indeed rare to behold.
Qi Xiao Xuan recalled that he had seen such beautiful scenery in his childhood, but after his parents passed away, he had never had anyone to accompany him in appreciating this beauty. Hu Zi thought that after this matter was resolved, the Bai Xing would all live peaceful and prosperous lives, and he would definitely find some friends to feast and celebrate with. Wang Yu Qian told everyone that he had been confined within the red walls since childhood, indoctrinated with the concept of governing the country by his imperial father. However, he had always liked traveling the world and making friends.
Hu Zi thought that Wang Yu Qian's idea sounded great, but if his imperial father found out, he would probably be furious. Qi Xiao Xuan's wish was to lift the curse of the twins and free everyone from this anguish. Zhao Xin Tong wanted to be a quiet tree, observing the ever-changing world silently.
Hu Zi jokingly teased Zhao Xin Tong, making him a little embarrassed, but everyone was happy. Er Zhang Gui informed them that Mo Ling Zhi had searched many places but found nothing. However, Mo Ling Zhi believed that there must be something missing, and it might be found in a painting.
Wang Yu Qian shared a story he had heard, saying that the legendary emperor who founded the Kingdom of Qianyu 500 years ago had the assistance of the Qi Ling Shen, a divine being capable of turning stones into gold. Therefore, this divine being was highly respected throughout the country. Mo Ling Zhi speculated that this divine power must be hidden within the Kingdom of Qianyu.
As soon as Wang Yu Qian heard that he would meet his imperial father, he felt a bit nervous. Xiao Yun Zi also thought it was time for Wang Yu Qian to return. Mo Ling Zhi and the others believed that Qi Xiao Xuan's health shouldn't be agitated by constant traveling and wanted him to stay behind.
Xiao Yun Zi felt that Hu Zi's thinking was a bit simplistic and that finding the Kingdom of Qianyu wouldn't be so easy. Wang Yu Qian told Hu Zi that the people they encountered on the way were all merchants of Qi Ling Shen, and he informed Hu Zi that his country thrived on mining, so during the peak season, many carriages and horses came here for business.
Upon hearing that there was money to be made, Hu Zi became excited and hurriedly ran ahead. However, when he reached the bridge, he discovered that it had been intentionally cut. Xiao Yun Zi told everyone that the bridge must have been deliberately sabotaged, and the guards were not on duty. It felt suspicious, and he thought they should quickly return to the city. Cheng Ji Nian saw his father without clothes and felt saddened, but Cheng Shu told his son that as long as he was the country's imperial demon master, there was still hope.
When the group arrived at the city, they found many common people clamoring there. Wang Yu Qian and the others were successfully captured and thrown into prison. The guards recognized Wang Yu Qian as the prince and quickly released him. Wang Yu Qian was astonished to see his homeland in such desolation.
Elder wanted Qi Xiao Xuan to quickly regain his physical body, and Mo Ling Zhi wanted Mo Gu Zi to cooperate with Qi Xiao Xuan to increase their chances of success. The national teacher came out to welcome Wang Yu Qian and explained that the bridge was cut because of the recent events.
Wang Yu Qian saw his father's fear and the King of Qianyu decided to let his son stay here for a few days while he took his friends back. He didn't want his son to get involved in these dangerous matters. The King of Qianyu knew that Zhao Xin Tong and the others must have come from their own country with other purposes, and because the country had suffered severe losses, he didn't want to get involved. Hu Zi wanted the emperor to use the power of the Qi Ling Shen, but the emperor angrily implied that his son didn't possess the legendary thousand-year divine power. Hu Zi wanted to find the Kingdom of Ju Lun, but Zhao Xin Tong told him that the Kingdom of Ju Lun had been destroyed.
While Hu Zi and the others were strolling, they discovered that monsters were harming people. Zhao Xin Tong felt something was off and wanted to go and see the bodies. Hu Zi felt the need to determine what kind of monster it was. Wang Yu Qian found it strange that the monster stole fragrant wax. Hu Zi and the others witnessed the wax escaping and followed its familiar scent to a cave.
Wang Yu Qian informed the national teacher that they had found the monster bird, and Zhao Xin Tong wanted the national teacher's help in capturing it.
I continued watching for the sake of Wang Yu Wen, but the plot is too childish. Are all the commanders newbies? Where did the old team members go? It would make sense for Wu Li Dan to take on a role, but are all the old team members from other camps extinct?
The Grand Commander just took on the position casually? The Master Commander is even more arbitrary, and even recommended Cheng Ji Nian. Something's wrong with their minds.
The Master Commander is considered at the level of military district commander, so why is he wandering around like a wanderer?