Be My Princess Episode 7 Recap
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When Ming Wei tentatively addresses him as "Grand Tutor," Mu Tingzhou is visibly moved, confessing that in this unfamiliar world, he finally has a purpose. Xiao Zhao then takes Mu Tingzhou to his own home to help him adjust. Mu Tingzhou's parents keep their distance, as he regards them with suspicion, and entrust their son's care to Xiao Zhao.
Mu Tingzhou, claiming the "basic qualities" of a Number One Scholar, quickly masters using a tablet, though he humorously mistakes the search engine "Baidu" for a person and questions why a chair would have wheels. He insists on personally attending to Ming Wei, whom he believes to be the Princess, asserting his true identity as Mu Yun, the Grand Tutor. Ming Wei, playing along, acknowledges his identity, which deeply moves Mu Tingzhou and makes him feel less alone.
Xiao Zhao shows him around the luxurious living space, including a gym that Mu Tingzhou identifies as a "martial arts practice range." Later that night, still immersed in his persona, Mu Tingzhou uses priceless antiques—Master Jingling's old mine Duan inkstone and ancient Yu Mi ink from the Qianlong era—to grind ink, much to Xiao Zhao's dismay. He even boasts of owning a Tang Dynasty Tianqing inkstone.
Despite Xiao Zhao's urging to sleep, Mu Tingzhou stays up late, marveling at modern lights, which he compares favorably to ancient lamp oil. Ming Wei, committed to her role as the Princess, believes that even if pretending cannot restore Mu Tingzhou's memories, it will at least encourage him to cooperate with treatment. As she ponders this, Mu Tingzhou video-calls her, immediately bowing to her as "Princess" upon seeing her on screen. Ming Wei tries to deter his excessive formality.
He asks about her life in this new world, and she explains she is 23, a native of Su City, and now an actress who used to be a translator, having recently filmed "The Grand Chief Cabinet Minister" with "Mr. Mu." Saddened that she cannot recall her "true" past, Mu Tingzhou vows to find those who "poisoned" them.
However, upon hearing about her acting career, he abruptly ends the call and confronts Xiao Zhao, furiously demanding to know why the "Princess" was allowed to become an actress. Xiao Zhao explains that acting is a respected profession in this era and was Ming Wei's personal choice. Mu Tingzhou vehemently disagrees, arguing that a dignified princess should not be seen by common people.
Mu Tingzhou then orders Xiao Zhao to prevent "The Grand Chief Cabinet Minister" from airing, insisting that the Princess must not be "profaned." Exasperated, Xiao Zhao informs him that both he and Ming Wei have signed contracts and the show will air regardless. He then cheekily shows Mu Tingzhou a still image of their on-screen kiss from the drama. Realizing he was the one who had "profaned" the Princess, Mu Tingzhou is stunned.
Overcome with guilt, he pulls out a dagger, declaring himself a "criminal offending Her Highness" and attempting to take his own life as an apology. Xiao Zhao frantically intervenes and manages to disarm him. In a vivid dream, the Princess confronts Mu Yun about the Marquis of Pingxi's proposal to the Empress Dowager for her hand in marriage. Mu Yun calmly congratulates her, praising the Marquis as an exceptional match.
Enraged, the Princess accuses him of being indifferent and happy that her marriage would remove an "obstacle" for him to marry "that invalid." Mu Yun maintains his stance, advising her to accept the good match, leading the Princess to declare her eternal hatred for him. Mu Tingzhou then wakes from this dream, questioning why the scene felt so real.
Early the next morning, Auntie Zhao, Mu Tingzhou's nanny, has already prepared a lavish breakfast for Ming Wei and her sister and has taken their quilts outside to air. Mu Tingzhou, addressing her as "Madam Zhao," eagerly inquires if the "Princess" was satisfied with her service. Auntie Zhao confirms her happiness, mentioning she had followed his instructions to perform the most arduous chores first. Ming Wei reminds Mu Tingzhou that in the current era, everyone is equal.
Auntie Zhao, however, expresses her delight, noting that "Mr. Mu has learned to dote on others." Later, speaking with Xiao Zhao, Auntie Zhao confides her belief that Mu Tingzhou's illness is simply an intense immersion in his character, driven by a newfound affection for the "Princess." Describing his past life as bland and devoid of passion, she expresses happiness that he has finally developed feelings and hopes he will "get his Princess."
Mu Tingzhou reviews several TV shows, finding their content immoral and harmful to the Princess's reputation. He expresses his determination not to allow any man to "take advantage" of her through acting. Xiao Zhao explains the complexities of the acting profession and the role of an agent in selecting scripts.
Mu Tingzhou, having thoroughly researched the duties of an agent, declares his intention to become the Princess's agent himself, offering to pay any breach of contract fees for her to leave her current agency. Xiao Zhao challenges his ability to pay, but Mu Tingzhou, asserting his identity is one and the same as Mu Tingzhou's, argues he can use his assets.
Xiao Zhao warns him about the demanding nature of an agent's job and proposes a more subtle approach: Mu Tingzhou could serve as Ming Wei's personal assistant. Ming Wei is initially taken aback by the suggestion. Shen Su, her agent, deems the idea preposterous, worried about the negative impact on Ming Wei's career if the public saw the Best Actor serving a novice actress.
Xiao Zhao counters by revealing their plan: if Ming Wei agrees, he and Mu Tingzhou's parents will hold a press conference to disclose Mu Tingzhou's medical condition, explaining the unusual arrangement. Ming Wei's primary concern is not for herself, but for Mu Tingzhou's reaction when he eventually recovers his memories, fearing his anger over decisions made by his "Grand Tutor" persona.
Xiao Zhao reassures her that they will protect her legally and morally in the contract and even offers to act as her secondary assistant to supervise Mu Tingzhou. Ming Wei ultimately agrees, and Mu Tingzhou immediately resumes his deferential bowing, which Ming Wei asks him to cease in public. Mu Tingzhou meticulously cares for Ming Wei, making her feel overly pampered. Ming Wei takes him to see a psychologist, Dr. Li.
Mu Tingzhou states his belief that Dr. Li intends to "chase him out" of Mu Tingzhou's body to restore his memories, but affirms he would obey any of the Princess's wishes, even death. Dr. Li gently guides the conversation, explaining that she seeks to understand "why" he holds his beliefs. In turn, Mu Tingzhou expresses his curiosity about why an actor like Mu Tingzhou would forget his identity due to a role.
Dr. Li explains that Mu Tingzhou is a highly sensitive actor who fully embodies his roles, leading him to lose himself. She notes that unlike other actors who find an "anchor" in real life, Mu Tingzhou lacked one, with acting consuming his entire existence. Ming Wei expresses her admiration and pity for Mu Tingzhou's sacrifices.
However, the Grand Tutor counters that if she truly pities him, she shouldn't wish for his return, suggesting Mu Tingzhou might be "tired of his life," weary of constantly experiencing "sorrow and happiness in other people's stories," and has "fallen asleep" to rest, allowing him to awaken. He concludes that forcing Mu Tingzhou back would make him unhappy. Later, Ming Wei goes to the Hongyuan Hotel to be a bridesmaid for a friend.
Her sister reassures her about the impending media attention from the press conference. Meanwhile, Mu Tingzhou questions Xiao Zhao why he isn't preparing for the "important" press conference, only to learn it is scheduled for the next day. Xiao Zhao informs him that Ming Wei is currently serving as a bridesmaid. Mu Tingzhou, unfamiliar with the term, remarks that it sounds like a "dowry maid." He then searches for images of bridesmaids online and is appalled, exclaiming that the pictures are "offensive and unsightly."
