This was the second most complete, sincere, and beautiful proposal I’ve seen in a Chinese historical drama. Most of the time, marriages in these stories are driven by politics, duty, or constraints.
Characters often get married without a real proposal, simply because they share common interests or are forced into it. Then, over time, they fall in love and eventually confess their feelings but they don’t go through a proper proposal, since they’re already married.
That’s exactly why this scene stands out so much. For once, we get a genuine, thoughtful, and voluntary declaration that truly gives meaning to their relationship.
Chang Yu constantly overwhelms General Xie’s heart. He has cried so many times for her… for our girl. He’s a man who isn’t afraid to show every side of himself to the woman he loves.
And I love that, because it doesn’t make him any less strong or ridiculous quite the opposite. It shows the depth and intensity of his feelings. His emotions overflow naturally, simply because he loves her that deeply.
The beauty of this episode is that they didn’t turn it into unnecessary drama they handled everything in such a mature and calm way. They were simply stunning. I absolutely loved their mutual confession.
Him: “As long as I’m alive, you will only belong to me. I can die, but you have to live.” Her: “I drugged you because I was afraid you’d die on the battlefield.”
They can say “I love you” a thousand times or not say it at all, but their words and actions are the most beautiful proof of love.
Xie Zheng was so romantic today. He said so many meaningful things he’s even willing to settle in Lin’an for her. That relaxed moment between them while they were training was just incredible.
I’m definitely going to watch this episode multiple times.
Honestly, I liked that in the novel she was angry in the moment, but forgave him quickly without letting the conflict drag on. She understands that, at first, he had no choice but to hide his identity, and later, she recognizes the difference in their status, which could have shocked her or made her feel unworthy. She also sees that in the camp, he did his best to protect her, making sure that Wu and Qi were there to watch over her. He even broke several rules himself, despite his reputation for being strict about military law, all for her.
Despite some changes, I’m relieved to see that she doesn’t stay angry and that they resolve the problem quickly, staying true to the novel. The best part of their relationship is that they can’t truly bring themselves to part or stay upset for long, no matter the severity of the issue. Xie Zheng himself, after the revelation of their biggest misunderstandings, quickly decided to go against his principles and his family grudges. He had initially requested a punishment to make amends to his ancestors, but ultimately chose to go find his wife.
I think this drama will also show how this timid squad goes from zero-to-hero.
After meeting Chang Yu, although they were initially assigned to protect her, they eventually began prioritizing her orders over Xie Zheng’s and became her right-hand men, developing a relationship that was more brotherly than hierarchical. They respected and admired Chang Yu.
When Xie Wu saw Chang Yu’s abilities in person, he probably thought, “Yeah… that’s the boss’s woman, she’s no joke! No wonder he likes her, and no wonder he doesn’t dare tell the truth so easily.” She could definitely beat him up if she wanted 😂😂
I think this drama will also show how this timid squad goes from zero-to-hero.
They replaced the relationship Xie Wu and Xie Qi had with Chang Yu by creating this group that’s entirely under her command. They’re directly her subordinates, her brothers, and most likely her future right-hand men and commanders. I really like their group.
Mandi is really cute. I knew he was a debt collector, but with his delicate, good-looking appearance, I didn’t think he could really fight. Yet when facing the enemy, he didn’t hesitate at all he was completely ruthless. It just shows you shouldn’t judge by appearances.
I totally agree, that hairstyle suits him perfectly with those little strands in front that aren’t too strict it really highlights his face. Even if Zhang Linghe is naturally handsome.
The only really good and detailed fight scene Xie Zheng has had so far was against the assassins, and he was seriously injured at that time. Chang Yu has had so many epic fight scenes, and today’s one was once again absolutely incredible. TXW really delivered her gaze, the confidence in her movements… damn, she gave it her all. The Marquis needs to have some glorious moments too, not just in the final battle. I loved today’s episode, but that ending… give me more 😭
It’s even more inconsistent that Xie Wu allowed it to happen, especially considering how much Xie Zheng cares…
It all comes down to common sense. Yes, he hid his identity, but even ordinary soldiers without rank, or civilians forced into the army, know that within a military camp you cannot act as you please or follow your own motivations without risking serious punishment.
Even simple villagers understand that an army operates under strict rules and a clear hierarchy. Without knowing all the details, it’s obvious that no one soldier or civilian can act freely on sensitive matters.
In this context, Chang Yu’s behavior is reckless and completely unreasonable. In fact, it’s only Xie Zheng’s status that protects her from the severe consequences she would normally have faced.
It’s true that Xie Zheng hid his identity, but the fact that he didn’t explain the basic rules of military discipline when they had just reunited wasn’t intentional. He certainly didn’t expect her to be so careless in her actions, nor did he imagine she would act with such audacity.
Almost all civilians and soldiers know the basic principles: do not act within a military camp without direct orders, especially when it comes to sensitive matters.
Here, Chang Yu is portrayed as too naive, ignorant, and lacking in judgment. It doesn’t make sense that she wouldn’t understand that her actions have consequences, especially without authorization.
Moreover, the soldiers themselves constantly walk on eggshells and avoid acting without orders to prevent punishment. This makes her behavior even more inconsistent.
She had a knife so she probably threatened to kill him and they had not choice but to let her out. As she’s…
She’s the same girl who risked her life for Qian Qian. She’s the same girl who could have escaped with Ning but chose to create a diversion to save the survivors of her village. She’s the same girl who went back to save an old man she had just met, even though she should have focused on surviving to find Ning. She’s also the same girl who saved that princess.
Chang Yu deeply cares about Ning and Yan Zheng, but she would never deliberately put others in danger. She’s the type of person who takes responsibility and puts others before herself.
It’s even more inconsistent that Xie Wu allowed it to happen, especially considering how much Xie Zheng cares…
I understand your point, but I don’t think this explanation fully justifies Xie Wu’s behavior.
First, even if Xie Zheng made questionable decisions regarding FCY and the overall situation, it doesn’t mean Xie Wu should abandon military discipline. His role is precisely to maintain order when things become unstable, not to make the situation worse. Following an already flawed situation doesn’t justify worsening it.
Second, saying that opposing FCY is the same as opposing XZ is an exaggeration. Xie Zheng never gave any order that would justify putting such a crucial asset as Sui Yuanqing at risk. On the contrary, everything shows that he is extremely strict when it comes to military priorities. Respecting his logic would mean preventing this kind of action.
Moreover, FCY’s strength or status does not override military hierarchy. If anything, that is exactly why Xie Wu should have been even more vigilant. Letting emotions, status, or personal relationships interfere in such a critical situation goes against the discipline that defines these characters.
The fact that Xie Zheng accepted punishment does not validate everything that happened. Taking responsibility shows his sense of duty, but it does not make the situation logically consistent. The lies he told are also not responsible for Chang Yu’s behavior. The fact that she knows Sui Yuanqing is an important war hostage and that military decisions are made by the general should never have given her the audacity to act this way.
In a real situation, if Xie Zheng had not been the general in charge, her actions could have led everyone to death for insubordination.
Finally, the fact that Xie Wu went to inform Xie Zheng shows that he was aware of how serious the situation was. So why didn’t he act earlier to stop it? If he knew things could escalate, the most logical reaction would have been to stop FCY from the start, not after the fact.
Chang Yu and Xie Wu are solely responsible for their actions. Xie Wu, in order to maintain Xie Zheng’s secret and preserve order, could have simply said: “You cannot proceed. These are military orders from the general. Anyone who breaks them risks severe punishment, even death.” Chang Yu would likely have backed down for the sake of her squad.
On her side, acting on her personal desires in a military camp knowing that even desertion can be punishable by death is completely inconsistent.
Guys, the main generals know who Changyu is. They know she's XZ's wife, they can't go against her. This is exactly…
It’s even more inconsistent that Xie Wu allowed it to happen, especially considering how much Xie Zheng cares about Chang Yu’s safety. The situation is unstable, and things can go wrong at any moment especially with how unpredictable the aftermath of a battle can be.
Xie Wu knows Xie Zheng very well. He knows that he is strict and inflexible when it comes to military matters. In that context, letting Chang Yu act so impulsively is far worse than trying to stop her. His role should have been to maintain order and strictly follow strategic priorities.
Moreover, Xie Wu was already being careless by allowing her to see Sui Yuanqing without any authorization. He directly answers to Xie Zheng, who is his superior. Even considering Chang Yu’s status, this is still illogical. In the army, hierarchy and orders come before personal relationships especially when it involves someone as crucial as Sui Yuanqing.
What makes it even less believable is that Xie Zheng was absent, away on reconnaissance. Precisely because of that, Xie Wu should have been even more cautious, not less. He also knew that Chang Yu didn’t have all the information and that Xie Zheng was deliberately keeping things from her. There were simply too many variables and uncertainties to allow her to act freely.
How could he let her leave under those circumstances, knowing how sensitive the situation was?
In short, the issue isn’t just with Chang Yu it’s also with Xie Wu. His behavior goes against his loyalty, his sense of duty, and his understanding of Xie Zheng. The scene feels like military rules were set aside just to serve the plot, at the expense of character consistency.
She had a knife so she probably threatened to kill him and they had not choice but to let her out. As she’s…
Even with a knife, it was superficial. Chang Yu is portrayed as an altruistic character. She was told how important Sui Yuanqing is for the upcoming battle. Based on her personality, she would never have taken such a risk, as she wouldn’t want to put the guards in trouble for disobedience.
We should also remember that she has already been punished with hard labor for lying. She knows that superiors can severely punish their subordinates. In Sui Yuanqing’s case, taking the risk of losing him would be a serious offense that could cost lives in the army.
How could someone as sensitive as her put others in danger so easily? The scene was probably left out on purpose, as it would have sparked a debate about the consistency of her character.
Characters often get married without a real proposal, simply because they share common interests or are forced into it. Then, over time, they fall in love and eventually confess their feelings but they don’t go through a proper proposal, since they’re already married.
That’s exactly why this scene stands out so much. For once, we get a genuine, thoughtful, and voluntary declaration that truly gives meaning to their relationship.
And I love that, because it doesn’t make him any less strong or ridiculous quite the opposite. It shows the depth and intensity of his feelings. His emotions overflow naturally, simply because he loves her that deeply.
Him: “As long as I’m alive, you will only belong to me. I can die, but you have to live.”
Her: “I drugged you because I was afraid you’d die on the battlefield.”
They can say “I love you” a thousand times or not say it at all, but their words and actions are the most beautiful proof of love.
Xie Zheng was so romantic today. He said so many meaningful things he’s even willing to settle in Lin’an for her. That relaxed moment between them while they were training was just incredible.
I’m definitely going to watch this episode multiple times.
Despite some changes, I’m relieved to see that she doesn’t stay angry and that they resolve the problem quickly, staying true to the novel. The best part of their relationship is that they can’t truly bring themselves to part or stay upset for long, no matter the severity of the issue. Xie Zheng himself, after the revelation of their biggest misunderstandings, quickly decided to go against his principles and his family grudges. He had initially requested a punishment to make amends to his ancestors, but ultimately chose to go find his wife.
Chang Yu has had so many epic fight scenes, and today’s one was once again absolutely incredible. TXW really delivered her gaze, the confidence in her movements… damn, she gave it her all.
The Marquis needs to have some glorious moments too, not just in the final battle.
I loved today’s episode, but that ending… give me more 😭
Even simple villagers understand that an army operates under strict rules and a clear hierarchy. Without knowing all the details, it’s obvious that no one soldier or civilian can act freely on sensitive matters.
In this context, Chang Yu’s behavior is reckless and completely unreasonable. In fact, it’s only Xie Zheng’s status that protects her from the severe consequences she would normally have faced.
It’s true that Xie Zheng hid his identity, but the fact that he didn’t explain the basic rules of military discipline when they had just reunited wasn’t intentional. He certainly didn’t expect her to be so careless in her actions, nor did he imagine she would act with such audacity.
Almost all civilians and soldiers know the basic principles: do not act within a military camp without direct orders, especially when it comes to sensitive matters.
Here, Chang Yu is portrayed as too naive, ignorant, and lacking in judgment. It doesn’t make sense that she wouldn’t understand that her actions have consequences, especially without authorization.
Moreover, the soldiers themselves constantly walk on eggshells and avoid acting without orders to prevent punishment. This makes her behavior even more inconsistent.
Chang Yu deeply cares about Ning and Yan Zheng, but she would never deliberately put others in danger. She’s the type of person who takes responsibility and puts others before herself.
First, even if Xie Zheng made questionable decisions regarding FCY and the overall situation, it doesn’t mean Xie Wu should abandon military discipline. His role is precisely to maintain order when things become unstable, not to make the situation worse. Following an already flawed situation doesn’t justify worsening it.
Second, saying that opposing FCY is the same as opposing XZ is an exaggeration. Xie Zheng never gave any order that would justify putting such a crucial asset as Sui Yuanqing at risk. On the contrary, everything shows that he is extremely strict when it comes to military priorities. Respecting his logic would mean preventing this kind of action.
Moreover, FCY’s strength or status does not override military hierarchy. If anything, that is exactly why Xie Wu should have been even more vigilant. Letting emotions, status, or personal relationships interfere in such a critical situation goes against the discipline that defines these characters.
The fact that Xie Zheng accepted punishment does not validate everything that happened. Taking responsibility shows his sense of duty, but it does not make the situation logically consistent. The lies he told are also not responsible for Chang Yu’s behavior. The fact that she knows Sui Yuanqing is an important war hostage and that military decisions are made by the general should never have given her the audacity to act this way.
In a real situation, if Xie Zheng had not been the general in charge, her actions could have led everyone to death for insubordination.
Finally, the fact that Xie Wu went to inform Xie Zheng shows that he was aware of how serious the situation was. So why didn’t he act earlier to stop it? If he knew things could escalate, the most logical reaction would have been to stop FCY from the start, not after the fact.
Chang Yu and Xie Wu are solely responsible for their actions. Xie Wu, in order to maintain Xie Zheng’s secret and preserve order, could have simply said: “You cannot proceed. These are military orders from the general. Anyone who breaks them risks severe punishment, even death.” Chang Yu would likely have backed down for the sake of her squad.
On her side, acting on her personal desires in a military camp knowing that even desertion can be punishable by death is completely inconsistent.
Xie Wu knows Xie Zheng very well. He knows that he is strict and inflexible when it comes to military matters. In that context, letting Chang Yu act so impulsively is far worse than trying to stop her. His role should have been to maintain order and strictly follow strategic priorities.
Moreover, Xie Wu was already being careless by allowing her to see Sui Yuanqing without any authorization. He directly answers to Xie Zheng, who is his superior. Even considering Chang Yu’s status, this is still illogical. In the army, hierarchy and orders come before personal relationships especially when it involves someone as crucial as Sui Yuanqing.
What makes it even less believable is that Xie Zheng was absent, away on reconnaissance. Precisely because of that, Xie Wu should have been even more cautious, not less. He also knew that Chang Yu didn’t have all the information and that Xie Zheng was deliberately keeping things from her. There were simply too many variables and uncertainties to allow her to act freely.
How could he let her leave under those circumstances, knowing how sensitive the situation was?
In short, the issue isn’t just with Chang Yu it’s also with Xie Wu. His behavior goes against his loyalty, his sense of duty, and his understanding of Xie Zheng. The scene feels like military rules were set aside just to serve the plot, at the expense of character consistency.
We should also remember that she has already been punished with hard labor for lying. She knows that superiors can severely punish their subordinates. In Sui Yuanqing’s case, taking the risk of losing him would be a serious offense that could cost lives in the army.
How could someone as sensitive as her put others in danger so easily? The scene was probably left out on purpose, as it would have sparked a debate about the consistency of her character.