Episode Summary
Ling Miaomiao and Mu Sheng navigate growing tension as secrets (his cursed headband, her guilt over manipulating his affection) collide. A misadventure with timid bamboo spirit Cui Cui forces teamwork, while Mu Sheng gifts Miaomiao a magic ring after their emotional truce. Cue more angst-flirting and chaotic affection meter swings!
Spoiler Alert
The Morning After (Awkward Edition)
Ling Miaomiao wakes up to find stoic hottie Mu Sheng by her bedside, casually name-dropping his sister Mu Yao as the one who nursed her back to health. But Miaomiao ain’t buying it—she literally launches herself at him to check his injuries, leaving our brooding hero blushing like a schoolboy. Later, he carves her a rabbit-shaped apple (yes, you read that right) because nothing says "I lowkey adore you" like fruit art. Miaomiao’s grin stretches from here to the Eastern Sea, especially when her internal "Mu Sheng好感度 meter" jumps from the negatives to a whopping 8.5. Progress, baby!
Confessions & Control Issues
When Mu Sheng circles back to ask why she risked her life for him, Miaomiao doubles down: "I do care about you!" (Cue the slow-mo heart eyes.) But here’s the catch—her affection isn’t exactly what he thinks. Guilt gnaws at her as his feelings deepen. Meanwhile, Mu Sheng’s got his own baggage: that cursed headband he refuses to remove during fights? Turns out, losing it turns him into a feral beast. But when Miaomiao softly pleads, "Stop bleeding so much, okay?" he folds like origami. Just as things get ~~tense~~, he slaps a control talisman on her back. Why? Because if Mu Yao discovers his monstrous side, it’s game over. His solution? Ship Miaomiao back home ASAP.
Bubble Trouble & Bamboo Hijinks
After a very soapy laundry scene (complete with homemade soap bubbles), Miaomiao pulls a Houdini and heads east instead of home—straight into "Big Bad Bamboo Demon" territory. Spoiler: The "demon" is just timid little Cui Cui, a baby bamboo spirit who panics and traps her with vines. Enter Mu Sheng’s squad, swords drawn, only to find Miaomiao playing bodyguard to… a sentient bamboo shoot. Drama? Check. Comedy? Double-check.
Love Meter Chaos 101
Back at basecamp, Miaomiao decides to flip the script. Tired of simping for Mu Sheng’s approval, she ignores him—and guess what? His好感度 skyrockets. Reverse psychology, folks! But when smooth-talker Liu Fuyi gifts her a protective charm, Miaomiao’s "play hard to get" strategy backfires. Mu Sheng’s meter dips, then spikes again like a hormonal rollercoaster. The lesson? This guy’s heart runs on pure chaos.
Midnight Snacks & Secret Bling
After a passive-aggressive dinner (Mu Yao force-feeds Miaomiao chicken legs; Mu Sheng peels oranges like a guilty golden retriever), Miaomiao caves and sneaks to his room with fruit. Their truce? A pact: "No more kicking me out." He seals the deal with a handcrafted magic ring, sliding it onto her finger himself. Swoon. But let’s be real—this boy’s still 90% angst, 10% softness.
Final Takeaway
Miaomiao is playing 4D chess with Mu Sheng's emotions, Cui Cui needs a therapist, and someone needs to invent a "affection stabilizer" ASAP. Tune in next episode for more magical miscommunications and questionable life choices!
Spoiler Tease: That ring isn’t just jewelry. (You’re welcome.)
