I Will Never Let You Go Episode 5 Recap
> I Will Never Let You Go Recap
After receiving a letter from the Seventh Prince, Chen Yu learned of his father's interest in the little beggar, who might be his daughter. Master Lin of Yaoling Manor had recently tried to gauge Chen Yu's attitude, leading Chen Yu to suspect that the little beggar was now in their custody. He decided to visit Yaoling Manor again to confirm her presence. Meanwhile, Mo Ruofei, a shrewd businessman, understood the pursuit of maximum profit.
He calmly awaited Lin Mantang to willingly hand Hua Buqi over. Hua Buqi, though, found her new life as a lady exhausting. She felt tired and just wanted to rest, contemplating that if things got too difficult, she would simply run away. She was also growing impatient, wondering when they would finally take her to the capital to find Mr. Zhu.
When Lin Mantang brought Hua Buqi to meet Mo Ruofei, he explained that she was there to thank him for searching for her in the mountains. Mo Ruofei observed Hua Buqi and remarked that her eyes did not resemble those of Xue Fei, a woman whose name, like his, contained the character "Fei," a tribute from his father who was deeply in love with her.
Mo Ruofei recounted how his father had known Xue Fei since childhood, marrying his mother for other reasons but always holding a torch for Xue Fei, even naming him "Ruofei" in her memory. He further revealed that Xue Fei had once sought refuge from an arranged marriage in the Mo family's estate, where she met the Seventh Prince and fell in love.
Mo Ruofei’s mother, out of spite, informed Xue Fei’s family, who then took her away, and she was never heard from again. He expressed concern that the Seventh Prince might blame the Mo family if he learned the truth. Lin Mantang, taking Mo Ruofei aside, pointed out that Hua Buqi resembled the painting of Xue Fei by 70 to 80 percent, suggesting she could be the Seventh Prince's daughter.
He then voiced his ambition for Yaoling to establish a branch in the capital, an endeavor he believed would require Mo Ruofei's assistance given the Mo family’s influential position, especially their control of the Imperial Treasury. Mo Ruofei, initially feigning disinterest in pharmacies, agreed to invest in Yaoling's expansion into the capital in exchange for shares, thus solidifying his cooperation.
He then promised Lin Mantang that if he declared Hua Buqi to be Xue Fei's daughter, then she would be, and with meticulous training and preparations, she would pass as such. Lin Mantang readily agreed to the terms, entrusting Hua Buqi to Mo Ruofei. Hua Buqi was then informed she would depart for the capital with Mo Ruofei the following day. Just then, Chen Yu arrived, and both Lin Mantang and Mo Ruofei respectfully greeted him as "Your Highness."
Hua Buqi was astonished to discover that Chen Yu, whom she perceived as a dissolute young master, was in fact the Seventh Prince's eldest son. Chen Yu casually revealed that he already knew Hua Buqi and had investigated her thoroughly, confidently stating that she was not his father’s illegitimate daughter.
He then allowed Mo Ruofei to take Hua Buqi to the capital, but not without a veiled warning to be careful on the journey, subtly alluding to potential dangers if Mo Ruofei were to betray him. Later, Chen Shi questioned Chen Yu's sudden denial of Hua Buqi's identity.
Chen Yu explained his reluctance to take her to the capital himself, reasoning that his true identity was known to a few in Xizhou, making it too dangerous for Hua Buqi to travel with him. Sending her with Mo Ruofei, under a threat, would ensure Mo Ruofei's vigilance and thus, her safety.
He added that the cutthroat environment of the royal manor, with figures like Consort Fei, would make it impossible for a former beggar to survive, and he didn't want to deal with her directly on the journey. This implied it was a better outcome for her not to be officially recognized as the Prince's daughter by him, for now. Chen Yu announced his own return to the capital the next day.
Chen Shi suspected Chen Yu intended to secretly protect Hua Buqi, a notion Chen Yu dismissed, claiming he was simply done playing and wanted to go home. As for Yaoling Manor, Chen Yu decided against openly investigating them himself, as it would compromise his playboy facade. Instead, he planned to send Han Ye to investigate, waiting for the opportune moment to apprehend them all. Before leaving, Hua Buqi visited Uncle Jiu's grave.
Her maid questioned her decision to keep her old beggar clothes. Hua Buqi, now embracing her identity as a lady, instructed the maid to inform her master of her visit, promising to forget her past afterward. At the grave, she spoke of her new status, riding in a carriage with maids, and how the Lin family wanted her to fully embody the role of a rich lady.
She expressed sadness at potentially not being able to visit Uncle Jiu again, but promised to uncover her background in the capital by visiting Xingyuan Pawnshop and asking for Mr. Zhu. When her maid disrespectfully referred to Uncle Jiu as a "beggar," Hua Buqi asserted her authority, reminding the maid of their new roles and demanding proper conduct.
As Mo Ruofei and Hua Buqi departed, and Chen Yu also decided to return to the capital, Lin Mantang reiterated his trust, urging Hua Buqi to listen to Mo Ruofei in the capital. She assured him she was not ungrateful. Unbeknownst to them, agents of Mingyue Villa observed their departure.
Upon learning that Lin Mantang had betrayed them by handing Hua Buqi to Mo Ruofei instead of them, the Mingyue Villa leader, referred to as Teacher, planned to slowly take over Yaoling and execute Lin Mantang. Seeing an an opportunity, the Teacher ordered an ambush to kill Hua Buqi while under Mo Ruofei's protection outside the Tianmen Pass.
Their goal was to frame Mo Ruofei, knowing that the Seventh Prince would hold him accountable, thus ensuring the downfall of the Mo family, which was currently sustained by Mo Ruofei alone. During their journey, at an inn, Hua Buqi indulged in food, eliciting a gentle chiding from Mo Ruofei about her old beggar habits. Bored, she asked him for entertainment.
They played a game where she used her street-smart "hand skills" to trick him, skills she admitted to learning as a beggar to survive. Mo Ruofei, impressed, promised to make her a princess, so she wouldn't have to live such a hard life, and even offered her golden leaves as a reward. He advised her, however, not to display such "trifle tricks" in the capital.
Hua Buqi also asked if she could keep her ceramic bowl, as it was her only memento of Uncle Jiu. Mo Ruofei surprisingly agreed, suggesting it could even garner sympathy from the Seventh Prince. She then expressed her strong dislike for Chen Yu, calling him a "dog-ass Heir Apparent."
Mo Ruofei warned her against speaking ill of the Heir Apparent in public, defending Chen Yu as a decent person despite his playboy facade, and reassured her that the Seventh Prince would protect her in the royal manor. Approaching the Tianmen Pass, the gateway to the capital, Hua Buqi admired the scenery, but Mo Ruofei advised against stopping. Just as Mo Ruofei confirmed that Mo family guards were on their way to meet them, Mingyue Villa's assassins attacked.
Mo Ruofei bravely shielded Hua Buqi, sustaining a serious knife wound, and fired a Mo family signal flare. As the situation grew dire, the Lotus Robe Knight suddenly appeared, engaging the attackers. He urged Hua Buqi to flee, but she stubbornly insisted on retrieving her ceramic bowl, which had fallen during the skirmish. Her insistence put both her and the Lotus Robe Knight in further danger.
Mo Ruofei and his attendant, Jiansheng, fought valiantly to hold off the assassins, allowing the Lotus Robe Knight to take Hua Buqi to safety. Just as Mo Ruofei and Jiansheng were in dire straits, Mo family reinforcements arrived, providing a much-needed reprieve. After escaping, Hua Buqi noticed a wound on the Lotus Robe Knight's face and offered to apply Gold Sore Powder, but he politely declined, claiming it was a minor injury.
She persisted, teasing him about his vanity and questioning why he always seemed to rescue her, suggesting he might be in love with her. The Lotus Robe Knight denied this, stating he was merely tracking criminals and had coincidentally saved her three times. Hua Buqi, now contemplating the dangers she posed to others, especially Mo Ruofei, decided it might be safer for her to distance herself from him.
The Lotus Robe Knight inquired if she was going to the capital to find the Seventh Prince, to which she replied that Uncle Jiu had been unclear about her true family. She then boldly asked him to take her to the capital, but he refused. Moments later, Mo Ruofei, having recovered enough to search for her, called out her name. The Lotus Robe Knight, hearing him approach, quickly bid Hua Buqi farewell and left.
When Mo Ruofei found Hua Buqi, he angrily smashed her ceramic bowl, scolding her for risking her life for such an insignificant item. Hua Buqi retaliated, reminding him that the bowl was Uncle Jiu's precious memento and accused him of not understanding the feelings of a poor person, and of using her to curry favor with the Seventh Prince. Mo Ruofei, regaining his composure, apologized and offered to buy her a golden bowl, but she refused to accept his apology. Overwhelmed by his injuries, Mo Ruofei then fainted. His guards immediately rushed to his side, angrily threatening Hua Buqi before taking their unconscious Young Master back to the manor.
