I've Fallen For You Episode 24 (Ending) Recap
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The old Lord, having uncovered his deputy's treachery, summoned him to the mansion. Instead of the deputy, his disguised personal guard, wearing a human skin mask, arrived. The old Lord feigned illness, discussing future arrangements and requesting the "deputy" assist He Zhen. The guard, maintaining his disguise, pledged loyalty. The old Lord then revealed his knowledge of the deputy's schemes. The impostor retorted, accusing the old Lord of faking his illness.
When the old Lord ordered his arrest, the guard laughed, revealing his true identity and declaring the deputy’s complete control. He boasted that He Zhen, a "puppet" who had leaked information, would not betray him, and that their soldiers were already captured. The old Lord lamented He Zhen's betrayal. The guard was subsequently imprisoned.
He Zhen then requested permission from his father to lead troops to search the deputy's mansion and seal the city gates, believing the deputy hadn't travelled far. The old Lord, grieving his brother's actions, granted permission, urging caution. Sanqi, worried about Zhao Cuo, inquired about his safety, receiving reassurance from the old Lord. Zhao Cuo led the search of the deputy's mansion, finding it empty, lacking supplies or men in black.
Zhao Cuo insisted on a thorough search, suspecting secret passages. They discovered a hidden entrance, leading Zhao Cuo to a confrontation with the deputy. Zhao Cuo urged surrender, but the deputy mocked his youth and impulsiveness, deeming him unfit to rule Taoyuan City and warning him of his recklessness. Despite Zhao Cuo's readiness to fight, the deputy's superior strategy led to his capture. Back at the mansion, the old Lord and Sanqi grew anxious awaiting Zhao Cuo's return.
A soldier arrived with grim news: an ambush at Wujianding, resulting in Zhao Cuo's capture. A letter demanded the old Lord meet them at Wujianding within an hour or never see his son again. Understanding his brother's awareness of their plans, the old Lord decided to go alone to Wujianding, instructing Sanqi to wait for He Ruoyao and the others. At Wujianding, the old Lord confronted the deputy, who held Zhao Cuo captive.
Zhao Cuo urged his father to disregard him and send troops to eliminate their enemies. The old Lord appealed to their brotherhood, questioning his brother's destructive path. The deputy claimed the city lord position rightfully belonged to him as the eldest son. He gloated over his complete control of both the old Lord and his son. Desperate to save Zhao Cuo, the old Lord agreed to the deputy's demands if his son was released.
The deputy presented a prepared imperial edict of abdication, demanding the old Lord transfer power to He Zhen. Zhao Cuo warned his father not to trust him. The deputy pressed the old Lord to choose between his son's life and his position. The old Lord reluctantly signed the edict. However, when he asked for Zhao Cuo, the deputy declared dead men were more reliable, intending to kill Zhao Cuo.
Just as the deputy was about to strike, Sanqi arrived, ordering him to stop. The deputy recognized her, acknowledging her role in exposing He Zhen and disrupting his plans, calling her clever but regrettable. He ordered He Zhen to kill Sanqi to prove his loyalty, blaming Sanqi for He Zhen’s lapse in judgment. He Zhen hesitated, reminding the deputy of his promise to spare Sanqi. The deputy dismissed this, framing it as an opportunity for He Zhen to become ruthless.
He Zhen remained frozen. The deputy taunted him, highlighting the life as Young Lord and future City Lord that awaited him. He again commanded He Zhen to kill Sanqi. Remembering a shared moment with Sanqi, He Zhen chose another path. He turned his weapon on himself, gravely injuring himself to protect Sanqi. He declared his actions were for his own freedom, tired of being a puppet, confessing his indifference to titles, desiring only true freedom.
He confessed his past mistakes and believed this act was finally right, asking Sanqi not to cry. Enraged by He Zhen’s ultimate betrayal, the deputy questioned his actions and turned his anger towards Sanqi, attempting to kill her. Zhao Cuo intervened, vowing the deputy wouldn't leave alive. A fierce battle ensued, ending with Zhao Cuo avenging He Zhen and countless others by killing the deputy. The conspiracy thwarted, Taoyuan City celebrated.
Zhao Cuo and Sanqi, along with He Ruoyao and Master Bai, prepared for their weddings. A local explained to a newcomer that the grand wedding, celebrating the new Young Lord and Lady Jinyan (Sanqi), was held in the southern district because Zhao Cuo had grown up there and had recently reunited with his father. Zhao Cuo, addressing Sanqi, reminisced about their hasty first wedding, promising her the perfect wedding in Taoyuan City, vowing eternal love.
The ceremony proceeded, with Zhao Cuo and Sanqi, and He Ruoyao and Master Bai exchanging vows. They bowed, exchanging name rings, sealing their unions. The city erupted in cheers, celebrating the double wedding. The festivities continued as the new Lord, Zhao Cuo, was congratulated on his ascension, the people cheering "Long live Lord!" and "Long live Lady!" Zhao Cuo then bid them to rise.
