In a Class of Her Own Episode 26 Recap
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Following an intense confrontation, Lei Zexin discovered that Wenxi was actually a young woman while attempting to perform rescue breathing after she nearly drowned. Recalling her peculiar behaviors, he was astonished, but when Wenxi regained consciousness, he quickly feigned ignorance, expressing relief that she woke before the situation became too awkward for two men. Wenxi humorously remarked that her timely awakening indeed spared them mutual embarrassment, while also thanking Lei Zexin for saving her life and dispatching the thugs.
Concerned, Lei Zexin urged her to be more cautious in the future, expressing his fear of how he would explain it to others if something happened to her. Returning to Feng Chengjun and the others looking like drowned rats, Lei Zexin stated that the lingzhi powder was not among the goods, implying another warehouse existed. He also suspected someone had tipped off Head General Gu and Lord Tian, enabling them to arrive so promptly.
Feng Chengjun, seeing Wenxi's condition, expressed concern, to which she shrugged it off as just swallowing some water. As old clothes were provided for them to change, Lei Zexin deliberately separated Wenxi and Feng Chengjun, insisting that Wenxi change alone in a small cabin and pulling Feng Chengjun away. He then deflected Feng Chengjun's curious questions about his actions.
Later, Lei Zexin downplayed his rescue method to Feng Chengjun, denying he performed rescue breathing and claiming Wenxi woke up on her own due to her good fortune. Feng Chengjun, in turn, advised Wenxi against future recklessness, suggesting she act only after discussion with the group. Back at the academy, the other students warmly greeted Wenxi and the Four Gentlemen, having missed them. They were full of praise, crediting them for enhancing Yun Shang Academy's reputation among the common folk.
Some students even proposed Wenxi and Feng Chengjun for the position of President, citing Han Shengzhi's past injustices, particularly his false accusation against Wenxi. However, Wenxi humbly declined, acknowledging Han Shengzhi's familiarity with academy affairs and stating that his contributions should not be entirely dismissed, despite his shortcomings. Upon hearing Wenxi's words, Han Shengzhi dismissed her magnanimity as mere pretense.
His cousin, Han Shengxiong, advised him to cease his relentless targeting of Wenxi and Feng Chengjun, suggesting they focus on their own duties within the council. However, Han Shengzhi adamantly refused, declaring his intention to bring glory to the Han family and prevent the Feng family from gaining dominance in the academy. He accused Gu Zi Ming of wavering in his loyalty, reminding him that his father had instructed him to obey Han Shengzhi.
Later that night, Mr. Ding summoned Lei Zexin, revealing that his investigation into the teachers' whereabouts on the night Lei Zexin encountered the person in black yielded no conclusive evidence against Mr. Li Hu, though all other teachers had confirmed alibis within the academy. Lei Zexin admitted to previously suspecting Mr. Li Hu but dismissed it, stating that Mr. Li Hu appeared to have no martial arts skills.
Meanwhile, still shaken by her near-drowning, Wenxi asked Feng Chengjun what he would do if she were to die. After some hesitation, Feng Chengjun earnestly promised to care for Wenxi's mother and sister for the rest of his life. Wenxi, misinterpreting his words as a marriage proposal, was delighted, though Feng Chengjun quickly clarified it was just a joke. That night, Lei Zexin, unsettled by his discovery of Wenxi's secret, found himself unable to sleep beside her.
Wenxi initiated a conversation, urging Lei Zexin to cherish his family and mend his distant relationship with his father, Lord Lei. She emphasized the preciousness of parental love, especially as her own father had passed away young. The next morning, Feng Chengjun awoke to find Lei Zexin inexplicably squeezed next to him, with Wenxi occupying most of the bed. Lei Zexin curtly declared that this new sleeping arrangement would be permanent for the three of them.
From then on, Lei Zexin consistently positioned himself between Wenxi and Feng Chengjun, claiming he needed to protect Wenxi incessantly, much to Feng Chengjun's confusion. During a class, Feng Chengjun inquired about Lei Zexin's sudden clinginess, to which Lei Zexin replied that since Wenxi had nearly died, he would protect her like a shadow.
Later, Yu Lexuan informed his companions that Gu Da Chao, Miao Xiang Dong's maternal uncle, was also the uncle of Gu Zhe Yuan, Gu Zi Ming's father. This established Gu Zhe Yuan as the likely protector of Gu Da Chao and Miao Xiang Dong's illicit dealings.
Yu Lexuan revealed that Gu Da Chao's 60th birthday celebration was imminent, presenting an opportune moment to infiltrate his residence and search for evidence, specifically the lingzhi powder, which Yu Lexuan suspected was hidden there. Their plan involved Feng Chengjun, Lei Zexin, and Yu Lexuan sneaking in, while Wenxi would wait outside to receive any evidence that might be thrown over the wall and deliver it to Master Wang.
Yu Lexuan, a known merchant, would enter as a guest, while Feng Chengjun and Lei Zexin would scale the walls. Before the mission, Yu Lexuan pulled Lei Zexin aside, directly accusing him of having lied about the rescue breathing incident. He then cautioned Lei Zexin against being overly protective of Wenxi, warning that such behavior would only arouse suspicion and potentially jeopardize her well-being, given her exemplary conduct since entering the academy.
He advised Lei Zexin to let things proceed naturally. Unbeknownst to them, Gu Da Chao was already aware of the impending intrusion and planned to turn his birthday celebration into a trap. That night, Yu Lexuan entered Gu Da Chao's manor as a guest, presenting gifts. Meanwhile, Lei Zexin and Wenxi stealthily made their way into the backyard.
Gu Da Chao, anticipating trouble, announced to his guests that thieves had broken into his backyard and that he had alerted the authorities. He then began plying Yu Lexuan with drinks, preventing him from assisting his friends. As guards commenced their search, Wenxi, to avoid detection, quickly disguised herself as a courtesan and hid in a warehouse. When guards arrived, she brazenly claimed she was changing clothes and threatened to scream if they didn't leave, prompting them to withdraw.
Feng Chengjun, who was hiding in a cabinet nearby, emerged, staring in disbelief at Wenxi's female attire. Feng Chengjun soon located the stolen lingzhi powder. He urged Wenxi to remain hidden and exited the warehouse with the evidence. Lei Zexin, arriving just in time, covered Feng Chengjun's escape. Wenxi, still in her disguise, tried to flee amidst the chaos but was unexpectedly confronted by Gu Da Chao, who seemed to find her familiar.
Just as she seemed trapped, Yu Lexuan intervened, distracting Gu Da Chao and allowing Wenxi to escape. However, Yu Lexuan and Lei Zexin were apprehended. Gu Da Chao initially intended to punish Yu Lexuan and Lei Zexin severely. However, upon learning that Feng Chengjun had successfully fled with the lingzhi powder, he realized his precarious position.
Yu Lexuan deftly used this leverage, warning Gu Da Chao that the escaped scholar would deliver the evidence directly to Master Wang if they were not released. Faced with this threat and the need to explain the presence of the tribute, Gu Da Chao was compelled to release them.
He quickly concocted a story, claiming he had rented the warehouse to his nephew Miao Xiang Dong for business, feigning ignorance of any illicit activities and promising to be stricter in the future. Yu Lexuan, satisfied, assured him that they would not wrongly accuse an innocent person, effectively ending the confrontation and securing their freedom.
