Ashes to Crown Episode 10

Strong minds, masterful strategies and some romance

Chu Zhao proved she is a general's daughter through and through. Her strategic mind, her father's wisdom, and her knowledge of the enemy helped immensely in defending Wangchong when the odds were against them.

Not knowing if A'Jiu had survived the battle made her run out onto the battlefield, searching for him among the fallen. But then he appeared, riding towards her, and they ran into each other's arms, embracing in pure relief at seeing the other alive. That was a beautiful scene—I even rewatched it a couple of times! But seeing the fallen hit Zhao hard. They were brothers, sons, fathers, and husbands to someone waiting for them, who would now never be able to meet again. I think she was even more emotional about them because she has felt that kind of loss herself, and she still doesn't know if she'll be able to see her father ever again. A'Jiu comforting her and finally confessing was a profoundly touching and heartfelt moment. The kiss there was so well-placed and thoroughly deserved!

But to make things worse, now her father has lost his sight? That breaks my heart more than I can describe. The thought that even when they finally reunite, he won’t be able to see her is devastating. The plot is building up to his death, and I can only pray they manage to meet while he is still alive.

On a brighter note, I want to applaud the Little Emperor! No one else fits the throne quite like him in this drama. Xiao Yu has all the qualities and the aura—his voice is steady, his words are confident, and he isn't cowering in front of all those grown men in the court hall. I am so proud of that boy!

Lastly... does Deng Yi fancy Chu Tang? It certainly looked like it, and the feeling seems mutual! Did Zhao anticipate this, and is that why she left her in the capital to "hold the court"? Hmm... Could Chu Tang be used as the key to sway Deng Yi over to our side, maybe?

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