Koningin van het slagveld: haar terugkeer naar glorie

• Avenge
• Uplifting Series

• Ep. 1
  Sophie Devin, known as Xixi, is a formidable warrior who has fought valiantly to defend her nation, honoring her late father and brother who perished in battle. However, her mother, fearing for her safety, urges her to abandon her military life and live as an ordinary woman. Reluctantly, Sophie agrees and marries Blake Jaffe, the man chosen by her mother. On their wedding day, Blake departs for a mission, leaving Sophie behind with a promise to return and live a peaceful life together. A year later, Blake returns, but with shocking news. He reveals that he has fallen in love with another woman, Yifang, whom he met on the battlefield. Despite his earlier vow to never take another wife, he now seeks to bring Yifang into their household as an equal. Sophie, heartbroken and betrayed, confronts Blake, reminding him of his promise. Blake dismisses her feelings, claiming that his love for Yifang is genuine and unlike anything he has ever felt before. Determined to reclaim her dignity, Sophie demands to meet General Yifang, setting the stage for a confrontation that will challenge her resolve and redefine her path.
• Ep. 2
  Sophie Devin, now married to Blake Jaffe, finds herself in a tense household dynamic. Blake, who returned from a mission a year after their wedding, introduces Sophie to Yifang, a renowned female general and his new companion. Sophie, who had once been a celebrated warrior herself, is now confined to domestic life, much to her frustration. The tension escalates when Sophie confronts Yifang, questioning her willingness to be a secondary wife. Yifang, confident and unyielding, dismisses Sophie's concerns, asserting her position as a military leader and Blake's equal. Sophie, feeling betrayed and sidelined, struggles to reconcile her past glory with her current role. The household is further strained by the presence of Sophie's loyal maid, who voices her mistress's grievances, only to be silenced by Blake. Despite the turmoil, Sophie is reminded of her promise to her mother to live a quiet life, even as her heart yearns for the battlefield and the respect she once commanded.
• Ep. 3
  Sophie Devin, now married to Blake Jaffe, finds herself in a tense family discussion. Her mother-in-law suggests that Sophie bear a child to secure her future, but Sophie resents the idea of being reduced to a mere vessel for offspring. She questions whether her worth is only tied to producing heirs, expressing her frustration at being treated as a secondary figure in the household. The conversation escalates as Sophie's mother-in-law and others pressure her to accept their plans, emphasizing the importance of Blake's military achievements and how Sophie should benefit from them. Sophie, however, refuses to be silenced. She challenges their expectations, asserting her independence and rejecting the notion that her life must revolve around Blake's legacy. Her defiance sparks a heated exchange, with accusations flying about her intentions and loyalty. Sophie's maid steps in, defending her mistress against the condescending remarks of the family, highlighting the hypocrisy of those who claim honor while undermining Sophie's dignity. The scene reveals Sophie's growing determination to reclaim her identity and resist the constraints imposed on her, setting the stage for her eventual return to the battlefield and her true calling.
• Ep. 4
  Sophie Devin, now known as Song Xixi, finds herself in a heated confrontation with her husband, Blake Jaffe, and his family. After Blake's mother falls ill, tensions rise when it is revealed that the renowned physician, Dr. Shan, refuses to continue treating her, citing moral reasons. Blake accuses Song Xixi of being behind this decision, calling her a "poisonous woman" and threatening to divorce her. He warns her that if he does, she will lose all her dowry. Song Xixi, however, remains calm and defiant, challenging Blake to go ahead with the divorce. She seems confident, hinting that she has a plan to outmaneuver them. Her maid, Baozhu, expresses concern, but Song Xixi reassures her, suggesting that she is not easily outwitted. Meanwhile, Blake's mother collapses, adding to the chaos. As the family scrambles to tend to the ailing matriarch, Song Xixi's composure and cryptic remarks suggest she is preparing to reclaim her power and dignity, refusing to be a pawn in their schemes. The scene sets the stage for her eventual return to the battlefield, where her true strength lies.
• Ep. 5
  Sophie Devin, now known as Lady Song Xixi, stands resolute outside the palace gates, determined to meet the Emperor. Despite her father and brother's military achievements, the Emperor hesitates to see her, fearing it might undermine the morale of the generals who have recently been granted marriage decrees. When she is finally allowed in, Sophie boldly requests a decree to annul her marriage to General Zhan, citing her family's honor and her unwillingness to live a life of compromise. The Emperor, though reluctant, hints that he might grant her request. Meanwhile, General Zhan and his ally, General Yi, are puzzled by the Emperor's sudden refusal to meet them, suspecting Sophie's influence. They dismiss her efforts, confident that her plea will not alter their plans. Sophie, however, remains steadfast, determined to reclaim her autonomy and honor.

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