Blood River Episode 21

Battle won and challenge made

I am relieved that the old geezer’s technique caused the change in style for Muyu. This is where he strayed from the path of the sword — victory at all cost. He did not see Muyu capable of holding his hate in check. Unfortunately at the end Muyu used his 18 sword technique which revealed his tie to Blood River. And that the peerless sword itself deflected the fatal blow. That was interesting. I understand why he wants the banner gone as well as the old man. The city leader has no alternative but to accept the challenge. I like him and hope he finds a way to be spared tho losing battle. The youth he mentors needs him in spite of his opinion on the matter. Changhe is amused and annoyed at the buzz around Muyu. He will show up at an opportune time for them to work together. Rabbit is still looking for Lianyue and this duel has caught her interest. The gambling house is visited by the city leader because there is too much interest in the duel. The leader of gambling house thinks he will stab the city leader and gets corrected. The two princes are moving their chess pieces and speculationg on how to proceed and who to use. I am enjoying the prince who played a fake general hold his own this drama. I don’t know that I want either of these two winning, but they will hold sway in how the game is played. I liked Muyu and father talking and Muyu getting his father’s approval but also guidance to let it go when this duel is finished. I wanted Muyu to uphold his father’s principles to beat them and he has managed to do that. I want Muyu to win but the WuShuang leader to keep his honor He points to the right direction and has honor his mentors do not have. The old man recognizes he made evil choices and bound his best disciple with too many obligations. I don’t really hold his words of any value, but his disciple wanted to honor him while rejecting his evil path. Muyu did well letting this happen.

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