Dr. Cutie Episode 20 Recap
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The father and son, Sun Congrui, found themselves confined in a prison cart, scorned by all, a just retribution for their past actions against Shen Qingyun, just as Shen Qingyun had been framed back then. Ji Heng deliberately brought Ji Zheng and Tian Qi to witness their fate, offering Tian Qi some comfort as half of her father's revenge had been served.
Tian Qi silently vowed to her deceased parents to uncover why Chen Wuyong had killed them and clear her father's name, praying for their blessing. Meanwhile, Kang Ning'er felt increasingly uneasy in her courtyard. Her brother, Kang De, reassured her, dismissing her worries about Ji Heng discovering their previous attempt to frame Tian Qi with the facial cream. Kang De noted that Sun Congrui's act of torturing Tian Qi had inadvertently overshadowed the facial cream incident.
He then unveiled a new plot, giving Kang Ning'er a potent medicine. He explained that a man who takes this medicine would perceive the person before him as his beloved one. Kang Ning'er hesitated, fearing it would be disgraceful, but Kang De dismissed her concerns, stating that becoming the Jiedushi's wife was paramount, even if it meant being infamous. While they spoke, Chun Hua, who was listening outside, accidentally made a noise and was discovered by the siblings.
Upon learning of Chun Hua's harsh punishment—being beaten and confined to the firewood room for eavesdropping—Tian Qi rushed there to check on her. As soon as Tian Qi stepped inside, the door was immediately locked from the outside, a trap set by Kang De. Trapped with a severely injured Chun Hua, whose body was covered in whip marks, Tian Qi embraced her, offering comfort. Just then, Kang De arrived with Ji Heng.
The Kang siblings had already falsely accused them of illicit affection. If Chun Hua were to reveal Kang De's earlier attempt to frame Tian Qi, it would not only be hard to believe but might also cause further trouble. Kang De then urged Ji Heng to punish them severely, perhaps even by death under paddles for "over the wall peeping." Ji Heng, though angry, interrupted Kang De and surprisingly declared a marriage for Tian Qi and Chun Hua.
Tian Qi initially refused, but realizing Chun Hua's life was at stake, she had no choice but to accept, agreeing to marry in three days. Ji Heng further ordered them to leave the mansion immediately after their wedding and serve Marquis Marvel, a move Tian Qi tearfully protested, feeling it was a great mercy she could not accept. Elsewhere, Ji Zheng was planning to plant gardenias, Tian Qi's favorite flower, in his newly built mansion.
He was interrupted by his subordinate, Xu Jin, who informed him of Ji Heng's order for Tian Qi and Chun Hua to marry. Ji Zheng was keenly aware of Tian Qi's unique significance to Ji Heng. He understood that as a Jiedushi, Ji Heng constantly forced himself to be impartial and emotionless. However, the more special Tian Qi became to Ji Heng, the more Ji Heng would try to suppress his feelings.
Yet, Ji Zheng found it unfair that Ji Heng would disregard Tian Qi's feelings and dispose of her so casually. The brothers once again parted on bad terms, arguing over Tian Qi. Their failed alliance with Sun Congrui had only hastened the Sun family's downfall. Ji Heng and Ji Zheng, once fraternal and harmonious, now repeatedly drew swords against each other over Tian Qi.
Tian Qi's unusual influence also drew the attention of Chen Wuyong and the Dong family heir, who grew increasingly curious about her background. Late that night, Tian Qi, with Sheng Anhuai's implicit understanding, managed to enter Ji Heng's bedroom. She held onto a final hope, pleading with Ji Heng to let her remain in the Ji mansion. Ji Heng, seeing her tearful face, clenched his fists, his veins bulging, revealing his reluctance.
However, the more he felt attached, the more he forced himself to be cruel, speaking words of extreme coldness. Tian Qi left in tears, but her momentary pause before closing the door betrayed her lingering hope. Ji Heng, resisting the impulse to stop her, watched as Tian Qi, heartbroken, closed the door, effectively shutting off his own emotions. A restless Ji Heng went to the courtyard, where Kang Ning'er was already waiting with wine.
Ji Heng, feeling depressed, didn't think much of her offer to drink and ease his worries. After just one cup, he began to feel the effects of the drug but didn't realize it. He continued to drink glass after glass until a wave of dizziness and blurred vision overcame him. Kang Ning'er helped Ji Heng back to his room.
Sitting on the bed, Ji Heng mistook Kang Ning'er for Tian Qi, who he imagined was wearing a woman's dress, and passionately expressed his regret for his cruel treatment of her. Under the drug's influence, his previous resolve melted away, and he pulled Kang Ning'er into an embrace. When he realized it was Kang Ning'er in his arms, he instantly understood he had been drugged. He forcefully pushed Kang Ning'er away and stumbled towards Tian Qi's quarters.
Tian Qi, with her hair loose, was lost in sadness when Ji Heng suddenly burst into her room. Ji Heng, intending for Tian Qi to help him detoxify, stumbled upon the truth that she was a woman. However, before he could question her, he succumbed to the drug's effects and fainted. Sheng Anhuai, unable to find Ji Heng anywhere, led servants in a thorough search of the mansion.
They eventually arrived at Tian Qi's residence, where they found Tian Qi and Ji Zheng talking and drinking. Ji Zheng quickly explained that Ji Heng was celebrating Tian Qi's upcoming wedding and had simply gotten drunk. After Sheng Anhuai took Ji Heng away, Tian Qi thanked Ji Zheng again for his timely arrival, which helped them deceive Sheng Anhuai. Otherwise, if a drugged Ji Heng had been discovered in her room, it would have caused endless trouble.
Ji Zheng, feigning drunkenness, also hoped his brother would forget the night's events. Ji Heng dreamt of a picturesque gardenia forest, where he and Tian Qi, dressed in wedding attire, stood together. He gently lifted her veil, revealing Tian Qi's joyful face. The beautiful dream abruptly ended, and Ji Heng woke up, calling Tian Qi's name. Recalling the last moments before he fainted, he refused to believe it was just a dream.
He urgently summoned Sheng Anhuai and demanded Tian Qi be brought to him. At that moment, Tian Qi and Chun Hua were preparing for their wedding. Tian Qi had already explained to Chun Hua that her heart belonged to someone else, and seeing Chun Hua's distress, she was about to reveal her true identity as a woman. Before she could speak, Sheng Anhuai arrived, interrupting them with Ji Heng's order to immediately cancel the wedding. Tian Qi was then instructed to go with Sheng Anhuai to see Ji Heng.
