Black & White Forest Episode 9 Recap
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Nine years ago, Wen Liangsong lay on his deathbed. He reminded Wen Binbin of his promise to become a police officer, stressing that Wen Binbin was his greatest worry. He told Wen Binbin that after he was gone, he couldn't rely solely on his sister Wen Zixuan and Bao Chenyan. He urged Wen Binbin to learn responsibility and become a man, believing the police force was the best place for him, where wearing the uniform would make him fearless.
Wen Liangsong called being a police officer an honor and asked Wen Binbin to promise to carry on this legacy. Wen Binbin promised he would work hard to get into the police academy and become a police officer. Soon after, Wen Liangsong passed away. Xing Liang and his team traced a contact number found on Sun Changhai's phone. The subscriber information indicated the person had died two years prior, though the account remained active.
Fei Zai reported a new development from Dian Lao'er's side: Uncle Long had reappeared. A recording revealed that Chen Mingyuan had broken their rules and if he didn't pay them one million, the next threat would be more severe than killing a dog. Chen Mingyuan and his men were hiding, afraid to go outside. They discovered their dog had been killed, and a bullet was sent to them.
Xing Liang found this increasingly interesting, noting that Uncle Long's call demanding payment came within four hours of Sun Changhai's capture, without public announcement, indicating a direct threat and a signal. He theorized that causing trouble in Binjiang at this crucial time was a tactic to distract the police. He suspected their opponent was sophisticated and that both Bao Chenyan and Dian Lao'er could be mere smokescreens.
Deciding Sun Changhai would no longer talk, Xing Liang instructed Liu Yong to gather information on Dian Lao'er and contact Captain Zhou to arrange a dinner, after which they would release the news and return to Binjiang the next day. That evening, Xing Liang, Fei Zai, and Wen Binbin joined Captain Zhou for dinner.
Wen Binbin questioned his presence, but Fei Zai explained Xing Liang specifically asked him to come, adding that while Xing Liang valued his image, he cared about Wen Binbin. Captain Zhou, not recognizing Wen Binbin, was introduced by Xing Liang, who explained Wen Binbin arrived earlier to gather information and was present during the Hegu arrest. Captain Zhou praised Wen Binbin's appearance and shared a drink with him.
Xing Liang informed Captain Zhou that their task was largely complete and they would return to Binjiang the next day. He requested Captain Zhou keep Sun Changhai in custody until he recovered and they could arrange for his transfer. Captain Zhou assured him Sun Changhai would be safe. Xing Liang mentioned the missing gun had a lead in Binjiang, which was why they were eager to return to avoid complications. Captain Zhou congratulated them on successfully completing their mission.
Wen Binbin visited Luo Tianyi in the hospital. After a brief chat, Na Fan arrived and offered to book tickets for them to return home together the next day. Fei Zai also arrived, and Luo Tianyi jokingly asked if his injury was a work injury, which Fei Zai denied. After Na Fan left, Luo Tianyi and Fei Zai urged Wen Binbin to follow her, teasing him for acting timid around his sister.
Wen Binbin, persuaded by their teasing, went after Na Fan. Wen Binbin caught up with Na Fan and confessed his feelings for her since the moment he first saw her, asking for a chance. Na Fan responded that he was a good friend to Luo Tianyi, and therefore also her good friend, suggesting they were better suited as friends.
Wen Binbin countered that many couples start as friends and he could sense her concern for him was more than just platonic. He declared he wouldn't give up. Na Fan revealed she had never considered marriage and advised him to find someone suitable for marriage and family. She explained that a relationship between them would not work out.
Wen Binbin proposed they not marry but date forever, stating he wouldn't care about anything as long as he could be with her, and asked for a chance for them. Na Fan gave him a condition: if he could get his position back, she would agree to be his girlfriend. Wen Binbin readily agreed, promising it would happen soon since the suspect was caught and the gun's location known.
Na Fan accepted his promise, and they sealed it with a pinky swear. While Fei Zai went to wash his face, someone covertly entered Sun Changhai's hospital room. The person gave Sun Changhai what appeared to be a necklace. Sun Changhai affirmed he would not forget. Chen Mingyuan contacted Xing Liang, detailing the threats and requesting protection. Xing Liang already knew about the dog being killed and something being left behind. Chen Mingyuan confirmed a bullet was found.
Xing Liang examined the bullet and determined its serial number matched the gun Wen Binbin had lost. Luo Tianyi learned about the threat to Chen Mingyuan and, upon hearing a gun was involved, became silent when Wen Binbin commented on it. Xing Liang pondered why the opponent, if only after money, would reveal the gun, concluding it was a deliberate provocation of the police.
Chen Mingyuan met with Qi Hanchen, the chairman of Qi Investment Group, and informed him about the one million demand. Qi Hanchen agreed to provide the funds but only after the Tuan Island project was successfully completed. Drunk and distressed, Wen Binbin went to Wen Zixuan's home, crying and demanding to see Xing Liang. He questioned if he was useless, citing his suspension and feeling tricked after Na Fan's condition. Wen Zixuan comforted him.
Tu Manjiang discussed the situation with Bao Chenyan, expressing frustration that if Bao Chenyan had been more decisive, the Tuan Island matter would be resolved. He acknowledged his own part in the mess but pointed out that Uncle Long, who introduced him to the operative, was introduced by Bao Chenyan himself. Qi Hanchen stated he would cover the cost but only after the project was finished, which Tu Manjiang accepted as the only option for now.
Meanwhile, Tu Manjiang informed Bao Chenyan that the situation with Aunt Chen's shares served as a lesson; even a small percentage could be crucial. He warned they faced challenges from both within and outside the company and the only viable solution was to attract investment quickly. Tu Manjiang was particularly worried because Dian Lao'er had a powerful backer whose financial strength was unknown but significant. Bao Chenyan seemed hesitant, likely concerned about the impact of external funds on tenant rents.
Tu Manjiang urged him to reconsider, stressing the fast-approaching bidding meeting in ten days. He proposed the Wen family as potential investors, but Bao Chenyan rejected the idea, suggesting Haicheng as an alternative, which Tu Manjiang agreed to contact immediately. Tu Manjiang expressed the high stakes, with all their assets invested and the old vendors relying on them; if Dian Lao'er took over, the vendors would face hardship.
He maintained that bringing in external funds was the only way he saw forward. Chen Mingyuan called Uncle Long, agreeing to pay the one million. Uncle Long expressed satisfaction he had reconsidered, noting that money could be earned as long as he was alive. Chen Mingyuan affirmed he understood.
Police discussed the person who visited Sun Changhai in the hospital, noting the item left behind seemed to be a necklace, possibly a token between them, suggesting their relationship was more complex than initially thought. They discussed the conflicting description from the nurse: a body type like a woman but a voice like a man, considering possibilities like a voice modulator or a man with a feminine physique.
Chen Mingyuan informed Xing Liang that the person demanding the money planned to pick it up at his house that night. Xing Liang instructed Liu Yong to take a team to observe the situation. Wen Zixuan visited Bao Chenyan, stating her intention to join the Tuan Island project. Bao Chenyan was surprised, citing the project's deep complexities, risks, and Dian Lao'er's unpredictable nature. Wen Zixuan acknowledged the risks but stated her experience in business.
She explained that although the Tuan Island market was no longer officially connected to the Wen family, it was her father's starting point and he had entrusted it to Bao Chenyan to develop. Seeing it on the verge of being taken over by someone else, she felt compelled to act. She planned to withdraw her involvement after the bidding concluded.
She presented a draft cooperation agreement, urging Bao Chenyan to sign without delay, emphasizing the long-standing loyalty of the vendors who depended on them to secure the project and prevent Dian Lao'er and his associates from disrupting their lives.
