Hilarious Family 2 Episode 28 Recap
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Jing Kan sat dejected by the competition stage, the sorrow of his defeat evident on his face. Ai Sixi and An Wanqing arrived, only to discover the contest had already ended, with Luo Zhusi's "Aji Tea" winning the first prize. Ai Sixi, incredulous, quickly comforted Jing Kan, reminding him they were still young and would have many more opportunities. However, Jing Kan revealed his prior agreement with Luo Zhusi: if he lost, he would have to leave the Jing family.
Ai Sixi quickly reassured him, saying she too was tired of the large house and that this was a good chance for them to travel. This comfort helped ease Jing Kan's spirits, and they decided to move on from the defeat. Meanwhile, Luo Zhusi returned, exultant in her victory. For a long time, the glory of tribute tea had been exclusively held by Jing Kan's mother, Qin Baoyi, but now Luo Zhusi had earned this honor through her own efforts.
Her celebration was cut short, however, by the shocking news that the elder master, Jing Nanfeng, had returned. Jing Nanfeng knelt before his mother, Wei Junyi, who became tearful and emotional upon seeing her son alive. Previously, the devastating news had reported his ship's wreck with no survivors, making his safe return a cause for immense joy. Luo Zhusi soon arrived, feigning congratulations for Jing Nanfeng's return.
Jing Nanfeng explained that he had been shipwrecked and eventually found himself stranded on Qiongzhou Island, enduring many hardships before finally making his way home. Later, Luo Zhusi and Jing Nanfeng met privately. Luo Zhusi reminded him of their secret arrangement: she paid him fifty taels of silver monthly on the condition that he never return to the Jing family. Jing Nanfeng, known for his extravagant spending, found fifty taels insufficient.
He feigned repentance, claiming his health was failing and that seeing a friend die alone made him realize he still needed a home. Luo Zhusi, skeptical, reminded him of their deal. Jing Nanfeng then stated three conditions for his return: he would not reveal Luo Zhusi's true feelings about his return, he would not compete for the chief manager position of Jinyu Tea, and he would keep the secret of Luo Aji.
Luo Zhusi retorted with her own three points, emphasizing their existing agreement, his unsuitability for the chief manager role, and that there was no secret about Luo Aji, warning him against using threats. Jing Nanfeng insisted that time would reveal his sincerity. That night, Jing Kan and Ai Sixi discussed Jing Nanfeng's return. Ai Sixi, aware of Jing Nanfeng's gambling addiction, distrusted him, believing he would eventually squander the family fortune and cause trouble.
Jing Kan then revealed to Ai Sixi that Luo Aji was Luo Zhusi's illegitimate son, further intensifying Ai Sixi's suspicions about Luo Zhusi's intentions. The next day, as Jing Kan prepared to uphold his bet and leave the Jing family, the elder branch of the family strongly opposed his departure. They reasoned that if Jing Kan left, Luo Zhusi would likely hand over all of Jinyu Tea's assets to Luo Aji.
Seeing their opposition, Luo Zhusi, unable to force Jing Kan out, pretended to be magnanimous and allowed him to stay. Just then, Lord Pei arrived. Lord Pei spoke highly of Jing Kan's "Anzhou Sweetie" tea and his passionate speech during the contest. He requested Jing Kan to continue refining the tea to be presented to His Majesty.
This unexpected development frustrated Luo Zhusi, while the elder branch of the family seized the opportunity to change their stance and fully support Jing Kan's decision to remain. Ai Sixi observed these sudden shifts with confusion, unable to decipher the elder branch's true motives. Meanwhile, Wang Bufan was released from jail, and Cuiying joyfully went to pick him up. However, Wang Bufan's mind was solely on Luo Zhusi, and he completely ignored Cuiying's enthusiastic welcome.
Cuiying informed him that he had been fired from Jinyu Tea and reassigned to assist Liu at the tea plantation. Wang Bufan was dismayed, unable to comprehend the severity of his actions. Cuiying tried to comfort him and offered to buy him food, but he rejected her harshly. Ai Sixi, still perplexed by Jing Nanfeng's motivations, sought out Wei Shuangxi.
She shared her concerns, suggesting that Wei Shuangxi arrange a drinking session with Jing Nanfeng, hoping to get him drunk and elicit some truths. Wei Shuangxi confidently boasted of her unparalleled drinking capacity. She met with Jing Nanfeng, but when Ai Sixi arrived later, she found Wei Shuangxi heavily intoxicated and asleep, while Jing Nanfeng had already left, presumably to continue drinking with friends. In her drunken state, Wei Shuangxi, unable to suppress her feelings, found Ruan Ling.
She impulsively kissed him and confessed her regret over their breakup, expressing a desire to reconcile. Ruan Ling admitted that he, too, had longed for her. They poured out their hearts to each other, filled with renewed affection. Ruan Ling then proposed that they embark on a journey together, traveling far and wide to search for new teas and document their findings in a "Book of New Tea," delaying marriage.
Wei Shuangxi eagerly agreed, confirming she could still drink wine on their travels. Elsewhere, a drunken Wang Bufan, fueled by alcohol, covertly entered Luo Zhusi's room that night, intending to confront her. However, he woke up to find Cuiying beside him. Seeing Cuiying, Wang Bufan was bewildered and filled with remorse. Cuiying informed him about their encounter last night and suggested they figure out how to handle the situation.
Wang Bufan, horrified, urged her to keep their encounter a secret given the current family affairs. Cuiying offered him hangover soup and breakfast, but he was preoccupied with his predicament. He then sought out Luo Zhusi, but was met with a cold reception. Luo Zhusi not only ignored his pleas but also explicitly forbade him from ever setting foot in Jinyu Tea again, reminding him that he was only out of jail because Cuiying had pleaded on his behalf.
Wang Bufan, hurt and rejected, angrily pushed Cuiying away when she tried to offer him breakfast, warning her not to touch or follow him. Cuiying watched him leave, heartbroken and humiliated.
