Fight For Love Episode 32 Recap
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Lu Qiba, showing concern for Chu Linyang's limited mobility, presented him with a specially crafted wheelchair. He proudly explained that he had designed it to be light, portable, foldable, and easy for Linyang to operate, granting him newfound freedom of movement. Linyang noted its similarity to Zhuge Liang's Wooden Ox, which Lu Qiba confirmed was his inspiration. Lu Qiba added that he had considered a "combat wheelchair" but decided against it, deeming it unnecessary in times of peace.
Linyang thanked him for his thoughtfulness. Their friend Song Wenchang jokingly requested one for himself, to which Lu Qiba playfully refused. As their friends chatted animatedly, Wei Yun and Chu Yu exchanged glances and quietly slipped away to find a moment alone. Wei Yun confessed he had missed her all day and felt troubled. He revealed his confusion as to why he alone was lauded as the God of War when everyone had contributed significantly to their victory.
He was particularly frustrated because when he brought up their relationship to the Emperor, he was admonished. Chu Yu advised him not to challenge the Emperor on her behalf, explaining that the Emperor surely had his own calculations for the good of Great Sui. However, Wei Yun remained downcast, expressing his anguish that despite their willingness to sacrifice their lives for Great Sui, their simple happiness was denied.
Chu Yu gently suggested that such high honors might not necessarily be a good thing for him. She reassured him that she didn't care for a marriage certificate, but Wei Yun insisted that he did. He desired to marry her with dignity, rather than continuing to meet in secrecy, and yearned to give her a proper status. Meanwhile, Song Shilan informed Chu Linyang that Song Qingping was confined to her home as punishment for sneaking off to Fengling City.
Chu Linyang inquired about Qingping's well-being and expressed his wish for her safety and happiness. Song Shilan noted that Qingping had once expressed similar sentiments about Linyang. He encouraged Linyang to openly express his feelings, reminding him that life was already challenging enough without additional self-imposed burdens. Linyang responded that since Chu Yu had made her choice, he would not interfere, and he felt relieved knowing Wei Yun was dedicated to her.
He concluded that they must face their future together. Song Shilan then pointed out Linyang's sensible advice for his sister and hoped he would apply it to his own life. Chu Jin arrived at the gathering, and Song Wenchang made a place for her. Chu Jin tasted the "Rose Dew," a drink their father had loved, and Chu Linyang affirmed that she was now old enough to drink. As they raised their cups, each friend made a personal vow.
Chu Yu, despite being a woman, vowed to drive out foreign enemies, defend Great Sui, and make her name known throughout history. Lu Qiba, proclaiming himself to be peerless in his craft, promised to invent even better weapons to expel North Qi, reclaim lost territories, and bring back the Eldest Princess. Song Wenchang declared that despite his past failures, he would rise again and shed his dandyish reputation.
Chu Jin pledged to excel in her own path and live her life to the fullest. Song Shilan swore to prioritize the peace of Great Sui and usher in a prosperous era. Wei Yun pledged that as long as he lived, North Qi would never stand a chance, and he would ensure the return of all displaced citizens and lost lands.
Finally, Chu Linyang, despite his physical disability, affirmed his unwavering commitment to protecting Great Sui and vowed to assist Lu Qiba in his endeavors. In North Qi, Li Changming, now held captive, observed the food sent by Zhao Yue's orders. Her servant, Ping'er, denied being a spy for Zhao Yue, claiming the king trusted Li Changming.
Li Changming scoffed at this, noting that with Su Can dead and Zhao Yue yet to claim the throne, he must be growing increasingly anxious. Zhao Yue then visited his mother, Princess Yunyang, who reprimanded him for his recklessness, reminding him he was no longer a child. Zhao Yue expressed his happiness to be back. Princess Yunyang praised his maturity, stating that he now appeared as a future king should.
Zhao Yue regretted their failure to capture Fengling and Qingzhou, but his mother assured him there was no rush, as North Qi now belonged to them. Zhao Yue then spoke of his childhood dreams of being with her in Great Sui. Princess Yunyang sharply cut him off, reminding him that such sentimental talk was forbidden for a future king. She reiterated that he was destined to be a world ruler and must be ruthless, especially towards Li Changming.
Zhao Yue, struggling with his mother's harshness, questioned why he couldn't both rule the world and have his beloved. Princess Yunyang interpreted this as an accusation against her concerning Li Changming, which Zhao Yue denied. She reminded him that his position was still unstable upon his return, and with Li Changming being the Eldest Princess of Great Sui, any close involvement would invite severe criticism.
She insisted that his priority must be ascending the throne, emphasizing that state affairs came first, and personal matters were secondary. Worried about Chu Yu's future, Xie Yun, Chu Yu's mother, invited a matchmaker, Ms. Bao, to Spring Breeze House to introduce potential suitors. Ms. Bao suggested Chu Yu should marry soon to silence gossip, arguing that despite having obtained a divorce paper, her status as a widow still made her a target for rumors.
Chu Jin interjected, urging her mother not to listen to Ms. Bao and to proceed with the introductions, jokingly threatening to ruin Ms. Bao's reputation if the suitors weren't good enough. As they went upstairs, Chu Yu's maid wondered aloud why they were at Spring Breeze House. Xie Yun explained to Chu Yu that she knew the sacrifices Chu Yu made in marrying into the Wei family and still felt her pain.
She questioned why Wei Yun hadn't proposed if his love was true, wondering if his newfound power caused hesitation. Chu Yu defended Wei Yun, stating they needed time for past rumors to subside. Xie Yun, putting aside the past incident of their family plaque being defaced, expressed concern that if Chu Yu didn't consider her own future soon, especially given her war injuries, it might be too late. Ms. Bao then began introducing the selected talents.
First, Song Shilan, known for his civil and military talents and recent contributions alongside Wei Yun in Qingzhou. Chu Yu immediately rejected him, pointing out that marrying him would create an awkward family hierarchy since he was Song Wenchang's brother, meaning Chu Jin would become her "elder sister." Ms. Bao then suggested Zhang An, a legitimate son of an official, described as even-tempered and devoted to his late wife.
Xie Yun dismissed him, branding him a "wife-killer" as his first wife had passed away. Finally, Ms. Bao presented Gu Chusheng, now the Minister of Personnel and Junior Tutor to the Crown Prince, highly favored by the Emperor. Ms. Bao revealed that Gu Chusheng still held strong feelings for Chu Yu, having rejected all other marriage proposals while waiting for her.
Chu Yu, however, scorned the idea, remarking that "a good horse doesn't eat old grass," and asked for more options, frustrating the matchmaker. As the matchmaking progressed, Gu Chusheng, who had been discussing political matters with friends, suddenly spotted Chu Yu. He immediately went over to greet Xie Yun's family, apologizing for his long absence. He then revealed that he had specifically come for Chu Yu. Chu Yu, wary of his intentions, cautioned him to think carefully before acting.
Gu Chusheng argued that if she was openly seeking a husband, he had every right to propose again. He dramatically unfurled a banner displaying a poetic declaration: "Hope you feel as I do. I won't fail our love." He recounted how, during his humiliation when Qingzhou fell, he thought only of her.
He pleaded with her not to let him miss this chance, reiterating that he had rejected all other marriage offers, waiting for her, and that he cared not whether she was Ms. Chu or Mrs. Wei. Just then, Wei Yun arrived at Spring Breeze House and saw Gu Chusheng's public declaration. Chu Yu questioned his presence, to which he retorted if she expected him to simply watch her mother find her a husband.
Chu Yu dismissed her mother's authority in such matters. Gu Chusheng provocatively asked if Wei Yun was merely there for tea or to observe his "wife" choosing a husband. Wei Yun clarified he was not there for tea and declared that Gu Chusheng was not the man Chu Yu loved, telling him to leave. Chu Yu urged Wei Yun to remain calm, recognizing Gu Chusheng's deliberate provocation.
Wei Yun acknowledged the provocation but asserted that as long as Chu Yu remained his weakness, she would be a constant target. He proclaimed that he would no longer hide behind her protection. He then posed the question: if Chu Yu was seeking a husband and he was unmarried, why couldn't he be one of her choices?
With that, Wei Yun stepped forward, recounting their shared battles and life-and-death moments in Qingzhou and Fengling that solidified their pure and genuine feelings. He declared that he could not allow her to marry anyone else, nor would he let their relationship remain ambiguous. Chu Yu, touched by his words, took his hand and publicly announced, "Gu Chusheng, if you must have an answer today, then I will tell you: Wei Yun is the man I love. Now and always."
Xie Yun, overjoyed by this public declaration, accepted Wei Yun. She affirmed that the Chu family acknowledged him and believed their relationship was sincere, clarifying that Chu Yu had obtained her divorce paper long ago but had delayed for the sake of the Wei family's resurgence. She then sought Wei Yun's permission to take Chu Yu home to discuss their marriage arrangements, to which he readily agreed.
As Chu Yu and her mother left, others in the Spring Breeze House commented on the perfect match, while Gu Chusheng was left alone and visibly dejected. Back home, Chu Yu explained to her mother that Gu Chusheng's actions were always driven by self-interest. While he might have feelings for her, she would never be his top priority. She correctly surmised that his public spectacle was a calculated trap, using her as bait to provoke Wei Yun.
Gu Chusheng later confirmed to a friend that his actions were under the Emperor's direct command. The Emperor, he explained, disliked Wei Yun being distracted by romantic attachments and required a pretext, making Gu Chusheng his "blade." Despite following orders, Gu Chusheng confessed his inner turmoil and discontent. Wei Yun, discussing the incident with his friends, explained that he deliberately made his declaration public to avoid being manipulated.
He understood that Gu Chusheng's actions, though partly driven by personal feelings, were orchestrated by the Emperor. He recognized the Emperor's intention to elevate him to the singular "God of Great Sui," a hero for the common people. However, Wei Yun yearned to be a true hero, not merely one appointed by the Emperor.
He knew that accepting such a singular honor would make him powerful but also a target for other court officials, drawing unwanted attention and potential harm to the Wei family. He feared that a single misstep or loss of imperial favor could instantly make him a scapegoat. He saw it as a complex chess game where every move required careful foresight.
Wei Yun articulated that in the eyes of the Emperor and certain officials, Chu Yu was a "stain" on his life that they sought to remove, intending to mold him into a flawless "God of War." Yet, they gravely underestimated his profound feelings for Chu Yu and his unyielding determination to not be controlled. He reflected on the immense difficulties his father and brother faced in guiding their family.
He concluded that this current "battle without blades" within the capital was proving to be even more challenging than the actual military campaigns in Qingzhou and Fengling. After the court session, the Emperor commanded Wei Yun to remain behind and then summoned Chu Yu to his presence. The Emperor stated that he had recently received numerous memorials praising Wei Yun as a pillar of Great Sui.
He recalled Wei Yun's previous mention of Chu Yu's contributions on the battlefield and declared that he had decided how to reward her. The Emperor announced his decision to confer upon Chu Yu the title of Lady (Gao Ming Fu Ren) with the honorary name Zhaohua. He then asked Wei Yun for his opinion on this.
Wei Yun's expression immediately darkened, realizing that being bestowed this title would forever tie her to her deceased first husband, identifying her as the elder Mrs. Wei and preventing him from ever marrying her.
