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[ENG DUB] Beneath the Rouge, A Sword Full Episode
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Princess Lainey of Narethia is forced to participate in a lot-drawing ceremony deciding her marriage alliance between the wealthy Myrraveth and the harsh Outlands. Despite rumors that she might be the prophesied Phoenix Chosen, her lowly status sparks doubt and hostility. Lainey draws the short lot, binding her to the feared Prince of Myrraveth, while her sister faces being sent to the brutal Outlands. Accused of rigging the ceremony, Lainey confronts her father, who insists she must comply for the kingdom’s sake or face dire consequences. The episode ends with Lainey reluctantly accepting her grim fate.
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Princess Lainey is being sent to marry Prince Emmet in the distant and hostile Outlands, while Princess Joselyn enjoys a luxurious royal send-off, stirring jealousy. Lainey is warned to win Emmet’s heart to strengthen political ties, but she fears the harsh conditions and doubts her mother will see her off. Despite pleas and fears of barbarian dangers, Lainey accepts her fate. As she departs with attendants, she promises to protect someone named Hill and escape her grim destiny, leaving her future uncertain amid looming threats in the Outlands.
003
Princess Lainey of Narethia arrives at the Outlands to marry Ashton Adkins, encountering a rough welcome ritual that unsettles her. Ashton’s mother, the Queen Dowager of Zuyenne, reassures Lainey and introduces her to the local customs, emphasizing that they are now part of the Outlands. Lainey struggles to adapt, finding the living conditions crude but less hostile than expected. She meets her new sisters-in-law, who present her with a heavy sword, but another gift—a hand-embroidered cloth—acknowledges her delicate Midrealm origins. The episode ends as Ashton returns, leaving Lainey uncertain about her new life and husband.
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Lainey arrives at a Sullands encampment, greeted warmly by the locals who emphasize equality and welcome her as family. Despite warnings about her husband-to-be Ashton, known for his rough demeanor, Lainey embraces her new role and commits to building a life together with him. The community promises protection and even punishment should Ashton harm her. During a tense moment, Ashton is pressured to acknowledge Lainey publicly, highlighting their unsettled dynamic. The episode ends with Lainey receiving a tablecloth gifted by the King of Myrraveth, symbolizing her uneasy acceptance into this new world.
005
At a gathering, a woman named Lainey reveals priceless jade is being casually used as tablecloths and chair props, surprising a visitor who believed jade was valuable. When Lainey accidentally injures herself due to the fragile furniture, a man defends the jade’s worthlessness, explaining their mountains are full of such minerals deemed worthless locally. The visitor points out that even the river is filled with common stones, highlighting the stark difference in value perspectives. The episode ends as the visitor questions if the nearby mountains are merely gold mines, setting up a reveal about their true significance.
006
In this episode, Laney is entrusted with managing her family's vast livestock empire, including millions of sheep and horses, a responsibility she feels overwhelmed by. While others suggest she avoid the hard labor, Laney's uncertainty about handling the operation grows. Amid this, a man close to Laney debates when to reveal his identity as king, worried it might frighten her away, ultimately deciding to wait until she settles in. The episode ends with an awkward gift of lubricant meant to prepare Laney for her wedding night, leaving her confused and the situation tense with unspoken expectations.
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A man and a woman share a quiet, intimate moment as he awkwardly tries on feminine clothing, which she insists he change out of first. Later, they prepare for bed, where the man reveals a hidden dagger under him, raising concern. He admits to carrying it but insists he won't use force on her and is willing to wait until she is ready for whatever is to come. Despite the tension over the weapon, their connection deepens, ending with an unresolved sense of hesitation and anticipation about their next interaction.
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Lainey prepares to visit her family, burdened by worries about her husband’s exhaustion and lack of rest. Maurice, her husband, surprises her by insisting on accompanying her, showing his devotion despite local customs. As they gather gifts and special roots meant to heal and bring good luck, Maurice reveals he’s also bringing Lainey’s mother with them. The weight of the preparations and the true cost of these gifts—that they might secure her mother’s freedom—becomes clear. The episode ends with Lainey grappling with the sacrifices required for this journey.
009
Princess Jocelyn returns to the kingdom with her husband, Prince Emmett of Myrraveth, stirring excitement among the court who admire their powerful alliance and anticipate Jocelyn's rise as a dominant queen. Meanwhile, a hostile elder disparages Jocelyn's sister Lainey, presumed dead among barbarians, igniting heated tensions. Upon arrival, Jocelyn faces scorn from nobles mocking the barbarian prince's rough manners and lack of royal luxuries, contrasting sharply with their own opulence. Despite the court's condescension, Prince Emmett remains composed as he is invited inside, foreshadowing the unfolding political complexities between the kingdoms.
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Prince Emmet arrives at a grand feast prepared in his honor, bringing a rare Jadecrest Crystal as a gift to his father-in-law, the king. During the celebratory gathering, Emmet pledges to represent his husband's court in a critical diplomatic mission to strengthen ties with the kingdom of Zuyenne. However, the atmosphere shifts when news arrives that Lainey has returned from the plague-stricken Outlands with her barbarian husband, raising fear of the disease spreading to the capital. Emmet vows to protect the kingdom, leaving the episode with looming uncertainty over the plague threat.