Cambrian Period Episode 13 Recap
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Jian Zi awoke in the hospital to find Tang Yin sleeping by his bedside. In her sleep, she softly called his name, urging him to run. As Jian Zi gently caressed her hair, he reflected on recent events, shedding tears. He remembered past conversations about home, where Tang Yin had once told him that wherever she was, was home.
He, in turn, remembered saying that his home was across the sea, and her lamenting that he was too late, as she once had her own home. Meanwhile, Li Yongji returned to the ambulance involved in the incident, searching for the detonator he believed was hidden underneath. Finding it gone, he grew tense. He questioned the ambulance staff, sternly asking if anyone had touched the cab, despite being told no one usually went near that part of the vehicle.
He then apologized for his nervousness and dismissed them. Cai Jiayi visited Mai Quancheng in the detention room, only to find him as unrepentant as ever, giving unsolicited dating advice to other detainees. Disappointed by his behavior, Cai Jiayi confronted him, accusing him of illicit activities within the police station. Mai Quancheng defended himself, claiming he was merely teaching others to find girlfriends seriously, not engage in prostitution, and that he was helping the police.
Cai Jiayi then informed him that Jian Zi was critically injured and hospitalized. This news shocked Mai Quancheng, who immediately became contrite, grabbing Cai Jiayi's leg and begging to be released, promising to behave well in the future. Softening, Cai Jiayi agreed to let him out to visit Jian Zi, reminding him of his remaining detention time. Back at the hospital, Tang Yin watched the weak Jian Zi, crying as memories of their shared experiences flooded her mind.
Jian Zi awoke and, seeing her distress, felt a pang of heartache. They both tearfully apologized to each other. Tang Yin felt she was a burden to him, but Jian Zi believed his late brother, Suo Tou, was to blame. Remembering Suo Tou's sacrifice and his last words – "I will kill those who betrayed Qiu Men," and "Protect that changer; I risked my life for it, boatman!" – Jian Zi attempted to confess his identity as Face Mask.
However, Tang Yin seemed unwilling to discuss the matter, deliberately deflecting his attempts to speak. Just then, Mai Quancheng arrived, providing a timely interruption that Tang Yin secretly welcomed. He asked about Jian Zi's condition, who then made a joking comment about their "killer love." An emergency meeting was convened by the police regarding the previous night's gunfight. The Director instructed the major case group to manage the aftermath.
During the meeting, the supervision department announced the results of their investigation into Officer Li Yongji. He was to be immediately suspended and awaiting review, with the major case group being disbanded and restructured. While others whispered about the severity of the decision and a potential power centralization, Li Yongji appeared unfazed. He calmly accepted the decision, stating that all actions were his own and pleading with the Director not to blame his colleagues.
As he packed his personal belongings, Li Yongji took with him the Face Mask retrieved from the sea, determined to uncover the secrets behind Qiu Men. He also privately believed his return to the force would not be far off. Meanwhile, Director Ding received a call from Zhan Shili, who assured him of Jian Zi's protection and also informed him of a "great gift" he intended to send.
After the call, the Director instructed a subordinate to ensure all of Jian Zi's needs were met and to assign a special team to handle the "Lu Gougong" matter, pondering what the gift could be. Despite his suspension, Li Yongji persisted in his private investigation. He visited Jian Zi at the hospital, ostensibly to check on his well-being but secretly to interrogate him. Jian Zi was uncooperative, refusing to speak.
Tang Yin quickly intervened, explaining that Jian Zi was timid and still recovering from a traumatic experience. Li Yongji, as the Deputy Director of the police department, pressed on, showing photos from the crime scene and questioning why only Jian Zi and Tang Yin were unharmed while Suo Tou suffered over twenty stab wounds and other perpetrators were killed. Tang Yin continued to shield Jian Zi, emphasizing his fear and inability to recall details. She begged Li Yongji to stop.
Li Yongji eventually relented, telling Jian Zi to rest and contact him if he remembered anything, and then asked Tang Yin to meet him later to discuss the note he had left for her previously. Jian Zi, not fully recovered, insisted on being discharged from the hospital. Mai Quancheng, frustrated, informed Tang Yin, expecting her to dissuade Jian Zi. To his astonishment, Tang Yin not only agreed to his discharge but also offered to help with the procedures.
Mai Quancheng complained that they both seemed to have lost their minds, but ultimately agreed to help them get a car. During this time, Jian Zi also spoke with Mai Quancheng about his previous dark investigations, emphasizing Qiu Men's power and acknowledging that while Li Yongji's suspension seemed beneficial, Li Yongji "is not that simple." Later, Jin Lin arrived at the hospital, feigning a coincidental encounter.
She attempted to subtly question Tang Yin about the previous night's events, expressing curiosity about why a high-level criminal like Face Mask would target "ordinary people" like them, suggesting they might possess something he desired. Sensing Jin Lin's hidden agenda, Jian Zi cleverly sent Tang Yin away to retrieve an item. He then directly told Jin Lin that Tang Yin was naive and that any questions should be directed to him.
Jin Lin, feigning ignorance about Suo Tou's connection to Jian Zi and about Suo Tou's death, deepened Jian Zi's suspicions. She quickly took her leave, though not without inviting them to her home. That evening, Jian Zi secretly infiltrated Jin Lin's home. Using a locating system, he overheard a phone conversation between Jin Lin and her subordinate.
Jin Lin confirmed that an investigation in Jiangsu had revealed evidence implicating Li Yongji, with Uncle Zhang having stolen Chairman Pei's confidential documents containing correspondence and transfer records involving Li Yongji. She also inquired if "the messenger" had been "handled," her subordinate assuring her that "dead men tell no tales." Just as he gathered this information, Jian Zi was discovered and had to make a swift escape.
Jin Lin's subordinate mentioned not seeing anyone wearing a face mask, leaving Jin Lin to wonder if it truly wasn't "him." When Tang Yin woke up that night to find Jian Zi gone, she grew anxious. Upon opening her door, she found Jian Zi returning, his wound having reopened. Despite her anger at his recklessness, she gently re-bandaged his injury, using a special medicine his master had given him.
She firmly told him he was not to go anywhere without her permission. Jian Zi, feeling her concern, was deeply moved and thanked her for always bringing him warmth. He also warned her to be careful of Li Yongji and Jin Lin, stating they were "not as simple as you think," but Tang Yin insisted he focus on his own recovery. Before returning to her room, she left his door ajar, telling him to call if he felt unwell.
Separately, Qiu Men's housekeeper, who was also Jian Zi's master, received a phone call from Zhan Shili. After the conversation, he mused that "the day is going to change," expressing concern about pushing Jian Zi too hard.
