Gone with the Rain Episode 30 Recap
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Mo Xi went to collect breakfast for Chen Wende and observed Xiao Wu meticulously inspecting the food for poison. Xiao Wu explained that many people tried to assassinate the General, citing seven incidents in the past month involving poison, assassins, and honey traps. Mo Xi reflected that Chen Wende’s life must be very difficult. Chen Wende insisted that Mo Xi personally serve him the camel hoof soup, which he ate every day.
When she delivered it with a rude attitude, he remarked that such behavior was unbefitting. Mo Xi retorted that elegance was for refined gentlemen, not for someone like him, and then accused him of being jealous when he insinuated she was thinking of a former lover. Chen Wende countered that Wan Jiagui should be the jealous one, as he was the one spending day and night with her. After breakfast, Chen Wende announced they would patrol the city together.
Mo Xi expressed her unwillingness, but Chen Wende declared she must accompany him everywhere and instructed Xiao Wu to tie her up if she refused. Mo Xi, begrudgingly, followed him while muttering insults, to which Chen Wende indifferently said she could curse him all she wanted, as she wasn't leaving his side anyway. Later, in his study, Mo Xi picked up a document from Chen Wende’s desk, commenting on the illegible "chicken scratch" drawings which only he seemed to understand.
She mentioned that others used sand tables for military strategy, subtly referring to Wan Jiagui. Chen Wende, with a hint of sarcasm, implied his practical combat experience made him superior to those from well-off families like Wan Jiagui. Mo Xi questioned his constant sarcasm and jealousy regarding Wan Jiagui, but Chen Wende simply stated that Wan Jiagui was the jealous one, not him. An envoy from Weizhou then arrived.
Chen Wende told Mo Xi to stay in the inner room, implying she might hear news about Wan Jiagui. The envoy informed Chen Wende that 50,000 imperial reinforcements had reached Yihua County and Divine Crow Fire Arrows were being transported from Jingzhou. Wan Jiagui was assembling his forces to attack Qingzhou City. The envoy further revealed that Yaozhou, Xiuzhou, and Xiazhou had pledged allegiance to the court, amassing a total of 100,000 troops.
Despite Chen Wende's apparent readiness to fight, the envoy cautioned that his forces were still "immature" and advised against a direct confrontation. He proposed that Weizhou Governor Cao would mediate the conflict if Chen Wende agreed to a marriage alliance. Chen Wende flatly refused, stating that all his achievements were earned through his own abilities and he scorned the idea of gaining power through nepotism, calling it "selling oneself for glory."
The envoy warned him of future regret, but Chen Wende stopped him. He then questioned whether the envoy was responsible for poisoning his wife, Mo Xi. Without waiting for an answer, Chen Wende stabbed the envoy as a stark warning, threatening to send his head back to Weizhou if Mo Xi was ever harmed again. (Meanwhile, Wan Jiagui was internally resolute, vowing to rescue Mo Xi.
) In another location, Feng Yao anxiously sought news from Wan Jiagui about Mo Xi’s safety, asking if Chen Wende had harmed her. Wan Jiagui explained that due to Qingzhou's intense spy hunt, he could neither contact his informants nor sneak into the city. He assured Feng Yao that Chen Wende would not harm Mo Xi but would likely keep a stricter watch, making a rescue more difficult.
Feng Yao expressed deep regret for not holding onto Mo Xi's hand on the day of their separation, blaming herself for Mo Xi's abduction. Wan Jiagui promised he would not abandon Mo Xi and that he was intensively training his soldiers for the final assault on Qingzhou to rescue her soon.
Feng Yao responded that once Mo Xi was back, they should tell Wan Jiagui’s parents the truth, asserting that Mo Xi was his rightful wife and she would not usurp her position. Wan Jiagui affirmed his intention to properly prepare for Mo Xi's return and their marriage. As evening approached, Chen Wende continued his duties, intending to inspect the weapon forges. Mo Xi complained about being tired and hungry.
Chen Wende, acknowledging her hunger, instructed Xiao Wu to get eight buns for her. Mo Xi accompanied him to the forges, where she noticed many disabled soldiers working late into the night. She provocatively asked if he was truly planning a rebellion, given the massive weapon production. Chen Wende vehemently denied being a traitor. He then showed her letters proving the collusion between Marquis Mingde Zhong Yuqi and Wu Lang with various state governors.
He explained that the Emperor had been deceived into believing him to be a rebel, and it was his duty to protect Qingzhou’s iron ore from falling into the hands of these true "thieves." Mo Xi, though unable to read, recognized Wu Lang as untrustworthy and expressed surprise that Marquis Mingde was involved.
She suggested Chen Wende should inform Wan Jiagui, but Chen Wende dismissed the idea, stating Wan Jiagui was merely a pawn in Zhong Yuqi and Wu Lang's schemes, too naive to realize it. Mo Xi again inquired about the high number of disabled men at the forge. Chen Wende explained they were his former comrades-in-arms who had been injured in battle and could no longer fight. He provided them work at the forge, ensuring they received the same military pay.
The workers expressed their profound gratitude, acknowledging that Chen Wende was the only general who had truly kept his word. Chen Wende encouraged them, saying with such formidable weapons, they could achieve anything. Mo Xi then asked if Chen Wende had fought many battles, given the number of injured soldiers. Later that night, Mo Xi suggested sleeping in a separate room, but Chen Wende reminded her of his rule: she must not be more than five "zhang" away from him.
She found a maid's bed in a side room, exactly five "zhang" from his. During the night, Chen Wende thrashed in his sleep, shouting "No! Don't kill them!" Mo Xi, hearing his cries, came to check on him and was almost struck by his sword. Startled awake, Chen Wende warned her that he killed people in his nightmares and instructed her to stay farther away next time, to which Mo Xi retorted that she almost got slashed for her concern.
The next morning, Mo Xi noticed servants changing the bedding, implying evidence of Chen Wende's nightmare. She pressed Xiao Wu about Chen Wende’s night terrors, and Xiao Wu reluctantly revealed that Chen Wende had suffered a tragic incident that left him with an affliction. Mo Xi confronted Chen Wende that evening, demanding to know the truth behind his nightmares, reminding him that she almost died last night and that he was responsible for her safety.
Chen Wende initially suggested he would sleep in the study, but Mo Xi scorned him, calling him a coward for being afraid to sleep with his newlywed wife. He then agreed to tell her his story. Chen Wende recounted that after his uncle’s death, he became a wanderer. He was captured by bandits and forced to join their raids, enduring severe beatings for his repeated attempts to escape. Eventually, he was rescued by the Beishuo Army, which he joined.
Starting as a lowly soldier, he distinguished himself in various expeditions, steadily rising to the rank of Commander of Palace Guards, surrounded by loyal comrades. One cold Winter Solstice, while on a bandit extermination mission, he impatiently led his troops down an unexplored path, hoping to quickly return so his men could enjoy warm camel hoof soup. This reckless decision led to an ambush by escaped bandits, resulting in heavy casualties.
He revealed that the disabled men working in the forge were survivors from that tragic battle. Although he was fortunate to be saved by a few of his brothers, the incident left him with bitter regret. Since then, he had consumed camel hoof soup daily as a constant reminder to never be reckless or underestimate an enemy. The incident also left him with a recurring illness, causing nightmares more terrifying than hell, where he relived the horrors of that day.
He confessed his enduring guilt for his fallen comrades and those who suffered lifelong disabilities because of his mistake. Mo Xi, visibly moved, apologized for forcing him to recall such painful memories. Chen Wende simply stated that it happened years ago and few remembered it now. He suggested they switch rooms, with her taking the main room and him the side room.
Mo Xi questioned if he was shy or merely guilty, and why he was so eager to leave after finally sharing his innermost fears. Chen Wende then went to the rooftop with a bottle of wine, reflecting on how he had opened up to Mo Xi and fondly remembering his lost comrades. From below, Mo Xi watched him, musing that she had never expected such a tough man like Chen Wende to possess such a soft heart.
