Blossom in Heart Episode 17 Recap
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Gu Haitang implored Lang Yuexuan to attend Long Mohua's banquet, viewing it as compensation for their shared history. Lang Yuexuan, though conflicted, reluctantly agreed. Gu Haitang arrived at the banquet early, observing Long Mohua, beautifully dressed, warmly greeting guests. Lang Yuexuan arrived late, and Long Mohua eagerly pulled him onto the stage, publicly confessing her feelings. Under everyone's gaze, Lang Yuexuan publicly accepted her proposal, or agreed to date her, at the banquet to save her from embarrassment.
An overjoyed Long Mohua produced a pre-prepared ring, but Lang Yuexuan only strung it onto her necklace instead of placing it on her finger. He then pulled her aside, explaining that he only considered her his best younger sister and could not deceive himself into accepting her feelings, nor could he hurt her. He stated they could only be friends, though Long Mohua vowed to make him love her. Lang Yuexuan left without looking back.
Gu Haitang, feeling dejected after the banquet, returned home. Her younger brother, Gu Xiahe, noticing her unhappiness, suggested she move back in. Later, Lang Yuexuan intercepted Gu Haitang, anxiously questioning her about why she had gone home the previous night, expressing his worry. Gu Haitang, impatient, told him to concern himself with Long Mohua instead. Lang Yuexuan explained that he had privately clarified his stance with Long Mohua and had never actually agreed to her proposal or dating.
Gu Haitang's priority was to quickly find the formula to cure Lang Yueming's facial injury, believing this would allow her to finally break free from the Lang family. She visited Lang Yueming, who was waiting for her and expressed his happiness with her, also suggesting he'd like to visit her mother next time. Gu Haitang politely declined, urging him to maintain a positive mindset and apply his medicine diligently.
She assured him that once the final ingredient was found, his scars would be completely removed, boosting his confidence. At home, Gu Haitang's mother showed her a piece of clothing she had embroidered with a large Ice Crystal Kirin. Gu Haitang eagerly asked about the plant. Her mother revealed that Gu Haitang's father had once brought one back, and explained that this rare flower blooms only once every five hundred years, specifically when the world's coldest substance falls upon it.
This information strengthened Gu Haitang's resolve, and she sought out Master Shang, who confirmed hearing tales of the Ice Crystal Kirin from older generations. Subsequently, Gu Haitang began tirelessly searching for the Ice Crystal Kirin in the mountains, despite initially finding nothing. During her search, specifically on Duan Touyan on Yangming Mountain, she discovered a beautiful, serene glass house in a scenic spot. Inside, she found elegant decor and equipment for studying flowers and plants.
Meanwhile, Shi Jizhou harbored deep resentment towards the Lang family due to past business dealings. His employee, Xinqiao, reported that the Lang family was expecting a crucial and large batch of raw materials. Enraged by Lang Sinian's thriving business and rumors unfavorable to his own family, Shi Jizhou vowed revenge and devised a scheme against the Lang family. He invited Marshal Long Deshui to dinner, complaining about a previous business deal sabotaged by the Lang family.
Long Deshui, mentioning the current unstable times and his lack of funds for troops, expressed his financial difficulties. Shi Jizhou seized the opportunity, promising Long Deshui 10,000 silver yuan if he would intercept the Lang family's upcoming shipment, which was valued at 10,000 yuan. Long Deshui, seeing a quick profit, readily agreed. Earlier, Marshal Long Deshui and Adjutant Hu had encountered Yi Rongrong on the street.
Adjutant Hu falsely claimed Yi Rongrong was his cousin, a statement that surprised Yi Rongrong herself. Long Deshui was immediately smitten with Yi Rongrong and became determined to pursue her. As the crucial batch of raw materials, vital for Langlichun's production and timely delivery, was en route from out of town, Shi Jizhou and Long Deshui conspired to hijack it. Soon after, Uncle Quan informed Lang Yuexuan that the shipment had indeed been hijacked.
Lang Yuexuan, suspecting Shi Jizhou, immediately went to the Kunyang Wharf with Uncle Quan to investigate. Boatmen described the hijackers as masked men with guns, speaking with local accents. Shi Jizhou then arrived at the wharf, feigning concern. He falsely asserted that Lang Sinian must have offended someone and reminded Lang Yuexuan of the looming delivery deadline for their client, Huajili. Lang Yuexuan, unwilling to endure Shi Jizhou's gloating, left quickly.
Lang Yuexuan reported the hijacking to his father, Lang Sinian, still suspecting Shi Jizhou but lacking concrete evidence. Lang Sinian found it odd that hijackers would target raw materials rather than more easily sellable finished goods. Uncle Quan's report of Shi Jizhou's presence at the wharf confirmed Lang Sinian's suspicion that someone was deliberately orchestrating trouble. Resigned to the situation, Lang Sinian instructed Uncle Quan to prepare a substantial gift and decided to seek Long Deshui's help the following morning.
The next day, Long Deshui, inwardly pleased that the Lang family's goods had been hijacked and delivered to Shi Jizhou, was eagerly awaiting his payment. He discussed the previous day's events with Adjutant Hu and mentioned his desire to arrange a meeting with Yi Rongrong. Just then, Lang Sinian arrived with his elaborate gift. Long Deshui, instructing Adjutant Hu to cooperate, staged a performance, lamenting his lack of funds to suppress bandits.
Lang Sinian, aware he was being manipulated, conceded to Long Deshui's demands. He agreed to provide financial assistance and offered shares in Langlichun's newly opened branch store. Only then did Long Deshui order Adjutant Hu to gather all available troops to quickly retrieve the raw materials. Lang Sinian knew he was being forced to suffer the loss and pour money into Long Deshui's bottomless pit.
He warned Lang Yuexuan to constantly be on guard against Shi Jizhou, a sentiment that led Lang Yuexuan to wonder if an ancient, unresolved feud existed between their families, prompting Shi Jizhou's persistent targeting of the Langs. Lang Sinian offered no direct answer.
