Red dandelions hold deep significance for Ling’er, symbolizing the special bond she shares with Xiao Yao. When Xiao Yao travels back in time to save her, they share a breathtaking moment surrounded by falling red dandelions—a beautiful and ethereal experience, as these flowers do not exist in the real world. This memory becomes a cherished part of Ling’er’s life, and even as she matures into a young lady over the years, she never forgets that enchanting moment. She patiently waits for her Xiao Yao Ge Ge to return to her.
When Xiao Yao discovers that Ling’er secretly longs to see red dandelions again, he dedicates himself to making that dream a reality. Aware that these flowers are likely non-existent, he prepares something red that resembles them. The sight of this heartfelt gesture brings a radiant smile to Linger’s face, and in turn, fills Xiao Yao with joy. Each effort he makes seems worthwhile when he sees her warm, beautiful smile.
Xiao Yao creates this special moment twice for Ling’er. The second time occurs during a period of tension and reluctance as they navigate their breakup. Even in that awkwardness, he strives to bring her happiness, highlighting the depth of his feelings for her. The red dandelions, whether real or symbolic, encapsulate the love and memories that bind them, illustrating how much they mean to each other despite the challenges they face.
Symbolic flower
The dandelion symbolizes faithfulness, happiness, and the oracle of love, making it a fitting representation for Xiao Yao and Ling’er. Their journey began with the enchanting moment they first encountered dandelions, marking the start of their destined love story. Despite the distances that may separate them—whether in different worlds or through the trials of time—their hearts remain intertwined as eternal lovers.
Even when Xiao Yao loses his memories of Ling’er, he falls in love with her all over again, demonstrating that their connection transcends time and memory. The notion of red dandelions—flowers that are said to be non-existent—serves as a powerful symbol of their miraculous bond. Just as witnessing a flower bloom from a rock signifies hope and resilience, their experience with red dandelions embodies the extraordinary nature of their love. The color red, representing love and passion, perfectly encapsulates the fervent emotions that define their relationship, reminding us that true love knows no bounds.
Significance of the colour red
I found an article written poetically regarding Red Dandelions in Xian Jian Qi Xia Zhuan. The source is unknown, but I feel that it is official due to the nature of where the text was found. The poem was translated courtesy of mac0002.
When Ling’er was young, she came to the grass plain with her mum, the elegant queen BeiQi of Nan Zhao.
The dandelion flying freely around with the wind. BeiQi ask Ling’er: “Dear, what colour do u like?”
“Red!” Linger replied without hesitation. BeiQi then cast the spell to turn dandelion into striking red, Ling’er smiled.
When Nan zhao was in trouble, BeiQi fought the water monster alone in order to save the people of Nan Zhao. She asked granny to take Ling’er away from NanZhao, but Ling’er wanted to find her mother, she cried.
Riding on the golden phoenix, Xiao Yao came from the future and took Ling’er with him. At the same time, they saw the red dandelion flying pervasively in the sky. Ling’er stopped crying.
On duty as the mother of the land, in order to save all the people, Ling’er died with the water monster. When everything was over, Xiao Yao took Yi Ru with him to the grass plain the day they came by.
Wind blows, all the dandelion was flying around, which has appeared many times in Ling’er’s dream. Ling’er, what a silly girl, how can there be red dandelion in the world?
Xiao Yao lost control and started crying, he was so sad that he cried until blood came out of his eyes. At that moment, he saw the red dandelions Ling’er loved very much.
Red represents BeiQi’s love, red is King’s blood, Xiao Yao’s blood…..
Ling’er, are you smiling now?
There are mentions of parts that aren’t all shown in the Tv Drama, and I suspect they were cut scenes, like little Ling’er speaking to her mother, as well as the blood tears Xiao Yao shed after the death of his loved one. The ending scene does show him looking at Red Dandelions, though the graphics seemed like pink petals.
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