Fight For Love Episode 15 Recap
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Chu Yu was at her favorite tavern, a place she thought only she and Gu Chusheng knew about. However, Gu Chusheng was surprised to find Wei Yun there with her. A tense exchange quickly ensued between the two men. Wei Yun stated he was there to take Chu Yu home and questioned why Gu Chusheng, as a government official, wasn’t investigating an assassin instead. Gu Chusheng retorted that he would report his findings directly to His Majesty.
He then pointedly reminded Wei Yun that Chu Yu was Wei Jun's wife. Wei Yun countered, questioning Gu Chusheng’s right to speak on the matter since he was already married. He asserted that once Chu Yu entered the Wei family’s gates, she became one of them. Gu Chusheng argued that since Wei Jun was dead, Chu Yu was no longer bound and shouldn't be confined by the Wei family.
Wei Yun passionately declared that Chu Yu could be his wife, reminding Gu Chusheng that he himself had acknowledged her marriage to his brother was merely a facade, not born of love. Why, then, couldn't she be his? Chu Yu, regaining some sobriety, interrupted their argument, telling Wei Yun it was time to go home. She then directly asked Gu Chusheng to move aside, and Wei Yun, leading her past him, felt a sense of triumph.
Back at the Wei Mansion, Chu Yu, still under the influence, danced gracefully under a flowering tree, captivating Wei Yun. She presented him with a begonia flower. Wei Yun cherished the flower, placing it carefully in a precious white-glazed porcelain vase. He explained that while the begonia could bravely face the wind, he hoped it could also find shelter from hardship and bloom freely.
Wei Qiu, observing Wei Yun’s deep affection, offered to gather more begonias, but Wei Yun insisted he only desired the one Chu Yu had given him. Wei Qiu questioned if Wei Yun had truly considered the implications of his feelings, especially given their differing social statuses. Wei Yun acknowledged societal views but reiterated that he knew Chu Yu’s marriage to his brother was not based on love.
He couldn't pinpoint the exact moment his feelings developed and stated that his affection for Chu Yu was not about selfishly seeking a response, but simply about caring for her. Wei Yun assured Wei Qiu he understood his boundaries, though Wei Qiu remained unconvinced. The next morning, Wanyue informed Chu Yu that Wei Yun had brought her back and had thoughtfully prepared a sobering soup for her.
Wanyue also mentioned that Chun, Wei Yun's second sister-in-law, had invited many unmarried women from Huajing to the mansion that day to select a wife for Wei Yun. Chun was determined to find Wei Yun a wife and pressured him to choose a suitable match, threatening to continue inviting women daily until he did. Chu Yu arrived, claiming to be there merely to observe. Miss Zheng, one of the candidates, offered Wei Yun a dessert she had prepared.
When Wei Yun hesitated, Chu Yu encouraged him to accept and even tasted it herself, subtly praising Miss Zheng’s culinary skills. Wei Yun, however, used the opportunity to deter the women, stating that as a general in times of war, he was always prepared to die on the battlefield, just like his father and brothers. He pointed out that Chun and Chu Yu were already widows, left alone, a stark reminder of their potential future.
His words caused the young women to become hesitant and worry about becoming widows themselves, leading them to leave. After they departed, Chun questioned Chu Yu about her opinion of the candidates and whether she would help Wei Yun find a wife. Chu Yu responded that her preference didn't matter, only Wei Yun's. Wei Yun reiterated to Chun that marriage shouldn’t be rushed and hinted that not everyone feared becoming a widow, praising Chu Yu’s deep loyalty to Wei Jun.
When Chun asked if he already liked someone, Wei Yun denied it, claiming Chun was overthinking. Later, Chu Yu confronted Wei Yun about his earlier behavior. She playfully suggested he disliked the women and wanted her help to get rid of them. Wei Yun’s reaction made her realize her interpretation was off. She then offered to help him find a woman he genuinely liked, but Wei Yun questioned if he needed to tell her who that was.
Chu Yu dismissively replied that his preferences and marriage had nothing to do with her. While Song Qingping was performing acupuncture on Chu Linyang, she appeared distracted. She confided that her coming-of-age ceremony was next month, and the Emperor was already arranging her marriage to the Crown Prince, Li Huan, a match she deeply disliked. She lamented not having Chu Yu’s courage to marry only for love.
Song Qingping then confessed that her efforts to treat Chu Linyang were not for Chu Yu's sake. She boldly asked Chu Linyang if he would marry her to help her avoid the arranged marriage with the Crown Prince. Chu Linyang acknowledged the debt he owed for her treatment but regretfully declined her proposal, stating his feelings for her were akin to those he held for his sisters, Chu Yu and Chu Jin.
Song Qingping tried to dismiss her question as a joke, but Chu Linyang remained firm, emphasizing the seriousness of marriage. He then politely dismissed her, despite her plea for him to continue calling her "Tuantuan." Chu Jin enjoyed a lively game of pitch-pot with Song Wenchang, praising his exceptional talent. He then took her horse riding, which delighted her.
By the end of the day, Chu Jin was exhausted and felt their outing was more like training, but she considered Song Wenchang an excellent match in Huajing due to his family background, looks, and most importantly, his lack of grand ambitions, which she believed would make him easy to manage. Although he was a bit unromantic, she thought she could "slowly teach him" after marriage.
Meanwhile, Song Qingping, still troubled by her feelings for Chu Linyang, confided in her brothers, Song Shilan and Song Wenchang. Song Wenchang enthusiastically declared he wanted to marry Chu Jin because she was beautiful and fun. When Song Qingping admitted she liked Chu Linyang, Song Wenchang was shocked, finding the idea absurd because if he were to marry Chu Jin, he would have to call his own sister "sister-in-law."
Song Shilan gently reminded Song Qingping of her engagement to the Crown Prince, advising her not to harbor other thoughts, as it would only lead to more heartbreak later, a sentiment Song Wenchang readily agreed with. Song Qingping said she would think about it, but then lost her appetite, prompting Song Wenchang to blame Song Shilan for upsetting her.
In the Yao Mansion, General Yao was furious with Yao Jue, accusing her of having let Wei Yun go and then entering his study without permission. He grabbed her by the neck, demanding to know what she saw. Yao Jue denied everything, insisting she had not left her courtyard or entered his study.
When a guard announced the arrival of Wei Yun, Chu Yu, and Wei Lingmo, General Yao threatened Yao Jue, warning her to stay silent or he would harm her and Lingmo. Yao Jue pleaded with him to spare her son. General Yao then greeted Wei Yun and Chu Yu, who explained that Lingmo desperately missed his mother and they hoped he could see Yao Jue, or even take her back to the Wei household for a few days.
General Yao claimed Yao Jue had caught a cold and feared infecting Lingmo. Lingmo tearfully begged to see his mother. Chu Yu suggested they allow mother and son to see each other through a partitioned door to prevent spreading illness while fulfilling the child’s wish, as he would otherwise be inconsolable. General Yao reluctantly agreed to take Lingmo to see his mother, and Wei Yun and Chu Yu followed.
