Gone with the Rain Episode 28 Recap
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Mo Xi visited Fengyao in her confinement and was alarmed to hear that Fengyao had a poor appetite, scolding the guards for not reporting it. She insisted on entering to see Fengyao. Mo Xi acknowledged her faults, admitting she was wrong to have secretly fostered a relationship with Wan Jiagui while keeping Fengyao in the dark, and to have caused such public humiliation for Fengyao at the wedding.
Fengyao, initially distant, questioned Mo Xi about when she first met Wan Jiagui. Mo Xi revealed that she rescued Wan Jiagui during the war in Jingzhou City and knew him before Fengyao did, conceding that she was the one who meddled in their arranged marriage. Fengyao, however, pointed out that Wan Jiagui had insisted on canceling their long-standing engagement because of Mo Xi.
Mo Xi then confessed that to protect Fengyao, she faked a farewell letter and included a token of love. Fengyao expressed deep remorse, feeling she could never repay such a sacrifice. She angrily confronted Mo Xi for keeping secrets and treating her like a fool.
Mo Xi explained that upon hearing of Wan Jiagui's death, she believed his existence was over and fabricated lies to save Fengyao, never expecting him to be alive, which made the web of lies impossible to untangle. Fengyao speculated that Chen Wende must harbor feelings for Mo Xi, otherwise he would not have tolerated her disruption of his wedding. Mo Xi countered that Chen Wende was a "traitor" and reiterated that they were not truly married.
Overjoyed, Fengyao learned that Mo Xi was still chaste. She optimistically believed that once Wan Jiagui rescued them, Mo Xi and Wan Jiagui could rekindle their relationship. Fengyao dismissed her own arranged marriage to Wan Jiagui, affirming that Mo Xi was the one Wan Jiagui truly loved, and they were the rightful lovers. She strongly advised Mo Xi not to be swayed by Chen Wende's superficial kindness, emphasizing their need to devise an escape.
Unbeknownst to them, Chen Wende overheard their entire conversation from outside the room, leaving him deeply disappointed. After Mo Xi exited Fengyao's room, Chen Wende approached her. He stated that if she sincerely wished for Fengyao's release, he would agree to it. However, he warned her that if she harbored any ulterior motives, she would experience his "tactics." Shortly after, Shen Shumo arrived at the General's mansion, delivering books in a specially designed bookcase.
Shen Shumo explained that he was helping Mo Xi out of gratitude and to secure support for the School for Women in these troubled times. He subtly indicated that the bookcase, designed to "prevent bandits," was spacious enough to conceal two people. This bookcase was integral to Mo Xi and Fengyao's escape plan.
Meanwhile, Wan Jiagui received intelligence from Lichun that various provincial governors were plotting to assassinate Mo Xi, aiming to provoke a conflict between Wan Jiagui and Chen Wende. Mo Xi wanted to seize this opportunity to escape, but Wan Jiagui deemed the plan too dangerous. Mo Xi insisted that her and Fengyao's continued imprisonment only endangered Wan Jiagui further by keeping him in Qingzhou City.
Convinced by her argument, Wan Jiagui reluctantly agreed to the perilous rescue mission at the designated time. Chen Wende, noticing Mo Xi's sudden interest in reading, grew suspicious that she was plotting something. He interrogated her, pointing out her habit of glancing to the upper left when fabricating a lie. Mo Xi confessed that she had arranged for Shen Shumo to send books to Fengyao to uplift her spirits and prevent her from acting foolishly due to depression.
She admitted her struggle to communicate with Fengyao after their relationship was strained by the marriage. Chen Wende revealed he had overheard Fengyao urging Mo Xi to escape. Despite this, he chose to trust Mo Xi and allowed her continued access to Fengyao, hoping she would live up to his trust. That night, Mo Xi went to Fengyao's room and explained her escape plan.
Soon after, she received a message from Wan Jiagui confirming he would be waiting at the West Gate. Chen Wende visited Mo Xi, bringing her a peace amulet he had obtained. This gesture brought back memories for Mo Xi of her mother praying for a protective amulet for her in childhood. Chen Wende implored Mo Xi to stay with him and cease thinking of other men. Although touched by his kindness, Mo Xi remained resolute in her escape plan.
The following day, Fengyao and Mo Xi orchestrated a loud, theatrical argument. Afterward, Mo Xi instructed the servants to move the bookcase into her room, then ordered Lichun to arrange for its return to the School for Women. Unbeknownst to the servants, both Fengyao and Mo Xi were hidden inside the bookcase. At the mansion gate, Xiao Wu noticed the abnormal weight of the bookcase and prepared to conduct a thorough inspection.
At that critical moment, the city gate came under attack from "Divine Crow Fire Arrows." Xiao Wu and his men were forced to abandon their post and rush to address the sudden assault. Seizing the opportunity, Lichun quickly directed the remaining servants to load the bookcase onto a carriage and swiftly depart the mansion, heading for the West Gate to meet Wan Jiagui.
Inside the enclosed bookcase, Fengyao reflected on Mo Xi's transformation, observing that she had matured significantly, becoming thoughtful and resourceful, no longer needing Fengyao to constantly worry about her. Meanwhile, Wan Jiagui, hearing the explosions from the Divine Crow Fire Arrows, recognized they were being deployed without his command. He decided to prioritize rescuing Mo Xi and Lichun, concerned for their safety amidst the city's chaos.
During the chaotic journey, Mo Xi sustained a bleeding forehead from being jostled inside the bookcase but insisted they continue. Lichun, facing fearful and hesitant servants, dismissed them and prepared to proceed with the escape herself with the few remaining loyal staff. Observing the unfolding events at the city gate, Chen Wende confidently surmised that Mo Xi, being far more cunning than his guards, was likely no longer within the mansion walls.
