Fight For Love Episode 12 Recap
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Song Qingping, having developed feelings for Chu Linyang, affectionately taught him a massage technique. During the demonstration, she playfully instructed him to repeat "Tuantuan, press; Linyang, lift," subtly revealing her nickname. When Chu Linyang inquired about it, she became flustered, but he quickly reassured her, remarking that her endearing clumsiness reminded him of his younger sister, Chu Yu. He then encouraged her to smile more, believing it would aid his recovery.
Inspired, Song Qingping bravely asked him to call her Tuantuan, and in return, she would call him Brother Linyang. Later, Wei Yun invited Chu Linyang for a meeting by the lake. Chu Linyang expressed surprise at Wei Yun's availability given his new responsibilities at the Arsenal Bureau and initially assumed Chu Yu had caused trouble. However, Wei Yun clarified that he sought Chu Linyang's assistance regarding the octagonal crossbow.
He revealed that Chu Yu had married into the Wei family to investigate the crossbow and admitted that his late brother, Wei Jun, had entrusted Chu Linyang with the secret. Fulfilling his brother's promise, Wei Yun handed the octagonal crossbow mechanism to Chu Linyang, asking him to find a solution, as the Arsenal Bureau lacked combat experience. Chu Linyang remained silent, which Wei Yun took as a sign of agreement.
After returning home, Song Qingping couldn't stop talking about Chu Linyang, praising his kindness and his offer to let her practice acupuncture on him. Her brother, Song Shilan, noticing her infatuation, advised her to consider whether her feelings were for his recovery or simply a desire to see him. Meanwhile, Song Wenchang, captivated by Chu Jin since their last encounter at the Wei mansion, had been frequenting Spring Breeze House in hopes of seeing her.
When Chu Jin eventually arrived, he eagerly invited her to his table and directly confessed his affection. Chu Jin, feeling misunderstood by her brother Chu Linyang for her past actions, shared her frustrations. Song Wenchang comforted her, praising her as the "most lovely lady" for her sensible decision to cut ties with Young Master Sun and her courage to face her true feelings.
When the bill arrived, Chu Jin astutely identified an overcharge, prompting Song Wenchang to express his admiration for her accounting skills and how well she would manage a household. Back at the Wei mansion, Madam Chu paid a visit to ask about the family's future arrangements for Chu Yu, particularly concerning a letter of release. Wei Yun, wary of giving a direct answer, stated that the decision should be Chu Yu's. He then discussed the matter with Chu Yu.
Before their conversation could progress, Jiang Chun and Wang Lan arrived outside Chu Yu’s room with herbal medicine, worried about her health. Wei Yun, caught off guard by his sisters-in-law's unexpected visit late at night, quickly hid. Chu Yu feigned a cold, politely declining their offer to enter her room to prevent the spread of illness, especially to the children. Jiang Chun and Wang Lan, convinced, promised to return the next day.
Once they departed, Wei Yun and Chu Yu resumed their discussion. Chu Yu recalled Wei Yun’s earlier suggestion for her to leave the Wei family. Wei Yun admitted that, rationally, he wanted her to leave, but emphasized that the decision was hers.
Chu Yu, citing the practical advantages of staying within the Wei family for her investigation and her mother's difficult nature, expressed her desire to remain and help Wei Yun rebuild his family, predicting his future as a great general. Wei Yun observed the strained relationship between Chu Yu and her mother, though noting her mother's attempts to connect. He then assured Chu Yu, "Now and in the future, you have me."
Wei Yun then updated Chu Yu, informing her that he had fully disclosed their plans to Chu Linyang and returned the octagonal crossbow mechanism. He revealed that Lu Qiba's investigation into Wei Tongfeng's connections had led them to General Yao Yong. Chu Yu recognized Yao Yong as a highly decorated general and a close follower of the Lord of Qin.
This reminded her of Gu Chusheng's previous hints about hidden details in the Lord of Qin's treason case, which had implicated Gu Chusheng's own family and whose life Chu Yu's father had saved. Realizing Yao Yong's deep ties, they concluded that Lady Jue, Yao Yong's cousin, might hold crucial information. Concurrently, Yao Yong, learning of Wei Tongfeng's death and concerned about exposure, ordered the elimination of all associated individuals.
Upon receiving a letter for Lady Jue from the Wei family, he became suspicious and summoned her. Lady Jue, having just read Chu Yu's letter revealing Yao Yong's collusion with North Qi, was in distress. Yao Yong feigned anger at his housekeeper for Lady Jue's modest attire before offering her a "Mother-child Soup," subtly threatening her by explaining its preparation from a hen and chick.
He implied that if the Yao family faced ruin, her child, Lingmo, residing in the Wei family, would not be spared. Terrified, Lady Jue immediately instructed her maid to send a message to Chu Yu, stating that with her divorce papers, she was no longer connected to the Wei family and wished to sever all ties. She then burned Chu Yu's letter.
Elsewhere, Princess Li Changming expressed her desire for a Hu Southern Pearl owned by her brother, the Emperor, but was dismayed by his price of 100,000 taels. She gathered her retainers for a solution. One of them, Xue Hanmei, suggested that instead of using her own funds, she should devise a plan for the wealthy and powerful families of the capital to donate money to the national treasury, a proposal that greatly pleased the princess.
With the lead on Lady Jue closed off, Wei Yun and Chu Yu discussed their next steps. Chu Yu understood that Lady Jue's harsh message was a desperate measure to protect Lingmo. Later, seeing Lingmo wanting to give a drawing to his mother, Chu Yu promised to take him to see Lady Jue if he excelled in his studies. Wei Yun instructed his subordinate to monitor the Yao family and ensure Lady Jue's protection.
Reflecting on Chu Yu's tough but sweet nature, he smiled. Just then, Gu Chusheng arrived uninvited at the Wei mansion. Knowing Chu Yu would refuse a private meeting, he requested to see both her and Wei Yun. Once inside, Wei Yun made it clear that there were no secrets between him and Chu Yu, urging Gu Chusheng to speak plainly. Gu Chusheng persisted in his request for privacy, hinting at crucial information regarding the Lord of Qin's treason case.
He explained that North Qi had a long-term plan to annex their nation, with contact points throughout the capital. He then presented Chu Yu with a bamboo slip listing several locations he had uncovered. He remorsefully apologized for his past abandonment of Chu Yu, claiming he had to rebuild his career to vindicate his family, and asked her to trust him again.
Wei Yun swiftly interjected, ridiculing Gu Chusheng's "prodigal son" rhetoric and asserting that any respect shown was due to his official position, not his character. Chu Yu confirmed it was too late for his help, as she and Wei Yun already had promising leads. Gu Chusheng, undeterred, stated his belief that he would eventually regain her trust. After Gu Chusheng's departure, Chu Yu conceded that Wei Yun "did reasonably well" in supporting her.
They examined the bamboo slip, and Wei Yun pointed out one of the locations was Qinxi Valley, an estate belonging to Princess Li Changming. They decided to investigate there, speculating whether the Princess's property might be unknowingly exploited by their adversaries. Late that night, Chu Yu scaled the wall into Qinxi Valley. From her hidden vantage point, she observed Xue Hanmei toying with another guest by tricking him into believing he was poisoned by harmless plants, causing a severe itch.
After the panicked guest departed, Xue Hanmei, with surprising perception, called out Chu Yu. Surprised at being discovered, Chu Yu acknowledged his sharp insight. Xue Hanmei explained that few would dare to infiltrate the princess's estate, and her leisurely observation made her an obvious suspect. Chu Yu took this as a compliment and clarified that she had no need to climb a wall if she wished to see the princess. With that, she purposefully grasped Xue Hanmei's hand. He asked, "Isn't it inappropriate?" to which she provocatively responded, "Why is it inappropriate?"
