Guardian Episode 14 Recap
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Zhu Jiu, having been shot in the arm by Zhao Yunlan, escapes by jumping out a window. When Yunlan picks up the Sanhe Cone that Zhu Jiu left behind, a rush of fragmented memories floods his mind, overwhelming him to the point of unconsciousness. Upon waking, Yunlan finds himself surrounded by his team, with Shen Wei once again in his Black Robed Envoy attire.
Yunlan attempts to address the Envoy by name, but Shen Wei swiftly cuts him off, making Yunlan realize the need to maintain the secrecy of his identity. The discussion turns to Zheng Yi, who is to be taken to the Subterrane for trial. While others, particularly a tearful Guo Changcheng, plead for her due to her circumstances, the Black Robed Envoy states that all living creatures are pitiful and questions the purpose of law if mercy is always granted.
Publicly, he takes Zheng Yi away. However, Yunlan later senses the Envoy's internal conflict, commenting that despite his ruthless exterior, he is considerate and soft-hearted. This proves true when Yunlan later sees a freed Zheng Yi and Tan Xiao on his way home, confirming that the Envoy secretly released them. Determined to have Shen Wei join his team, Zhao Yunlan had made this a condition for forgiving Shen Wei's deception.
With Shen Wei's agreement, the two head to the Marine Administration to report to Minister Gao. They first encounter Guo Ying, the Deputy Minister and Guo Changcheng’s uncle. Before meeting the minister, Shen Wei presents a self-criticism letter Yunlan had asked him to write. Yunlan is amused to find it beautifully written with a brush, a testament to Shen Wei's long life and unfamiliarity with modern pens. Inside the office, Minister Gao welcomes Shen Wei to the Special Investigation Unit.
He also mentions Zhao Yunlan's father, Zhao Xinci, who has been promoted to Director of the Star Supervisory Bureau. Yunlan’s expression hardens at the mention of his father, prompting Shen Wei to quickly change the subject. Minister Gao then warns them about Cong Bo, a professional whistleblower and freelance writer who has been targeting the SID since the wedding incident. He urges them to be vigilant, as Cong Bo is known for exposing secrets through any means necessary.
Following this, the SID members find themselves under constant surveillance, but they remain alert and give Cong Bo no significant material, leading to him documenting only trivial "revelations" like "vulgar music and bad taste" and "late night gibberish of suspected cat abuser." As they leave, Guo Ying invites them to dinner, also inviting his nephew, Guo Changcheng, separately.
At the dinner, Guo Ying reveals his true purpose: he asks Zhao Yunlan to transfer Changcheng to a safer position, expressing deep concern for his nephew's well-being. This surprises Yunlan, who had assumed Guo Ying was the one who placed Changcheng in the SID. Changcheng vehemently refuses to leave, passionately explaining that the SID has given him confidence and a sense of purpose. Sensing the awkwardness, Yunlan and Shen Wei excuse themselves.
Later, Yunlan officially introduces Shen Wei to the team as their Honorary Special Advisor and assigns tasks: continue the search for Zhu Jiu and be wary of Cong Bo. He tells Shen Wei they are now family. Meanwhile, Cong Bo, observing from a distance, recognizes Shen Wei as the hero from the wedding and realizes he has found a new, high-profile target for his exposé.
