The Untamed: A little display of support

Wangji’s public confession at Koi Tower is probably one of the favorite romantic and heartfelt scene in this drama, but personally I love this little, blink-and-you-miss-it display of support during the last confrontation with Jin Guangyao. By this point, I know that most people have already forgotten the slander and judgment they threw toward Wuxian years ago. He was now back as another unique hero in their midst, and they worshipped him anew after the second siege at the Burial Ground where he basically saved their unworthy a**. But deep down, I don’t think it’s easy for them to forget how powerful and potentially dangerous Wuxian was. I’m sure they never stopped being wary of him making another unexpected choices.

In this particular scene, it was the first time in a long while that Wuxian was finally reunited with both his Cheng Qing flute and his legendary Tiger Seal. And after everyone witnessed how powerful he was with his whistle alone (even with his lacerated throat), it’s probably to be expected how alarmed they were when Wuxian started to make his move. Apparently, not even the non-judgmental and very understanding Lan Xichen was immune to that. He sharply called out Wuxian’s name, a mix of warning and pleading in his voice. And you can just see how Wuxian sighed internally at this lack of belief.

But then Wangji shook his head toward his brother. Because he was confident in Wuxian’s ability to control the infamous spiritual weapons. Because now he understood Wuxian’s principle and moral very clearly. He calmly nodded his support toward Wuxian. And that little gesture made Wuxian’s smile bloomed: relief and gratitude mixed with a bit of wonder because this guy still steadfastly stood by his side no matter what.