Killer And Healer Episode 13 Recap
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Chen Yuzhi tells Jiang Yuelou that avoiding problems will not solve them, urging him to trust him to help open his mind and alleviate his suffering. Jiang Yuelou asks if he can truly trust Chen Yuzhi. Upon receiving an affirmative answer, Jiang Yuelou begins to recount a painful memory from his childhood, his voice choked and eyes red with tears. He recalls teaching his mother how to write his original name, Kang Sheng'an.
He describes how his mother endured his father's behavior for three years until she could no longer bear it, eventually leaving on his eleventh birthday after preparing him a bowl of longevity noodles. She never returned, and he remains uncertain if she is alive or if she remembers having a son. Chen Yuzhi reassures him, suggesting his mother is likely safe and well somewhere, and might even return one day to cook him longevity noodles on his birthday.
However, Jiang Yuelou expresses a wish that she has forgotten him and the pain his father caused, desiring only for her to be safe and happy. He reveals that his father died less than a year after his mother left, succumbing to an opium overdose, which Jiang Yuelou considers a relief for him. At just twelve years old, Jiang Yuelou then faced relentless pursuit from moneylenders seeking his father's debts, who even seized their humble home.
He recalls a poignant memory of being denied a steamed bun and then having one snatched from him by another child. Chen Yuzhi asks if speaking about his past has brought him comfort, and Jiang Yuelou confirms it has. Meanwhile, Zining, Yu Laoban's junior sister, rushes to Mansion Zhan to see him. She tearfully confronts him, questioning why he deliberately put himself in danger. Yu Laoban reassures her that he is fine, gently teasing her about her crying.
Executive Zhan, who is also present, comments on the close bond between the two siblings. Yu Laoban explains Zining's straightforward nature to Executive Zhan, who expresses understanding, recognizing her concern. Executive Zhan then offers to teach Yu Laoban how to shoot a gun once his injuries heal, suggesting it would help him protect himself. Zining eagerly urges Yu Laoban to accept, and he agrees. Zining playfully pushes for more, hinting that merely learning to shoot isn't quite enough.
Executive Zhan responds by offering Yu Laoban a rare, new Browning pistol as a further token of gratitude for saving his life. Despite Yu Laoban's initial reluctance to accept such a valuable gift, Executive Zhan insists, stating he never goes back on his word. Yu Laoban ultimately accepts. Returning to their residence, Chu Ran's roommate questions why Chu Ran kept her employment at Jing City Daily a secret.
Chu Ran retorts that her roommate hadn't even bothered to ask her name. The roommate then declares that from that point forward, they will maintain a strictly professional relationship, only interacting if their paths cross at the newspaper office. She then disparagingly remarks on Chu Ran's disheveled appearance, suggesting that no one would want to befriend someone who looks so poor.
Jiang Yuelou prepares to go out, instructing Chen Yuzhi that he may return home but must be cautious and immediately retreat if he notices anyone following him. Chen Yuzhi asks why they concealed their neighboring residences the previous night. Jiang Yuelou explains that the opium framing at Yuzhi Hall indicates a security breach, and that the perpetrators are targeting both Chen Yuzhi and him. He believes that maintaining secrecy grants them more control.
Chen Yuzhi then inquires if Song Rong and Sun Yongren are not his friends. Jiang Yuelou states that he only trusts Commissioner Bai and his cat, adding that Chen Yuzhi is now also included in that small circle of trust, clarifying that Song Rong and Sun Yongren are valuable subordinates. Chen Yuzhi expresses gratitude, hoping that once Jiang Yuelou recovers, his life will include more people. Jiang Yuelou replies that Chen Yuzhi's presence is sufficient, then departs.
As Chu Ran's roommate prepares to leave, she accidentally drops her belongings. Chu Ran bends down to help and discovers photographs of Jin Dacheng with the Security Department Minister's third wife. Her roommate attempts to bribe her to keep the secret, but Chu Ran refuses the money, demanding only the photos, which her roommate reluctantly hands over. Chu Ran then goes to the police bureau to confront Jin Dacheng.
He attempts to explain away the compromising photos, but Chu Ran dismisses his excuses, stating her sole interest is whether he will break off their engagement. When Jin Dacheng initially refuses, Chu Ran threatens to send the incriminating photos to Minister Cheng, compelling him to agree to cancel the engagement.
As she prepares to leave, Jin Dacheng angrily confronts her, accusing her of having affairs with both Jiang Yuelou and Executive Zhan and implying she is playing them against each other. Chu Ran warns him to mind his words, asserting that her personal life is none of his concern.
Jin Dacheng retorts that he no longer cares who she associates with, now that their engagement is off, but warns her that Jiang Yuelou is "sick" and she should stay away from him to prolong her life. Chu Ran counters that he is the sickest person she knows, and Jin Dacheng throws a copy of the Jing City Daily at her, which features an article proclaiming Jiang Yuelou is "sick," indicating his public reputation is now tarnished.
Jiang Yuelou arrives at the police bureau, where Sun Yongren and Song Rong immediately express concern and inquire about his condition. Sun Yongren informs him that the entire police bureau is abuzz with gossip from the previous night, with numerous versions circulating. Jiang Yuelou, curious, asks to hear them.
Sun Yongren relays rumors, including claims that Jiang Yuelou is secretly the head of Jinma Hall, using the opium crackdown to eliminate rivals, and that he and Chen Yuzhi are colluding for illicit gains. Cutting to business, Jiang Yuelou asks for an update on the investigation into the suspicious soaps.
Sun Yongren reports that the soaps are not sold on the open market, and despite extensive searches, no merchant in Jing City has seen them, suggesting the packaging is merely a facade for limited distribution. He then reveals that Liu Qingfeng, a recent contact, is dead. Jiang Yuelou is shocked. Sun Yongren explains that Liu Qingfeng's house caught fire around four or five in the morning, a massive blaze that killed all thirteen family members.
Despite recent heavy rain making the surroundings damp, the fire spread rapidly, indicating it was deliberately set, with a strong smell of kerosene at the scene. Sun Yongren apologizes for the oversight that allowed Jinma Hall's people to grow suspicious. Jiang Yuelou deduces their multi-step strategy: first, framing Chen Yuzhi with opium; second, involving Jiang Yuelou to divert attention and buy time; and third, murdering witnesses.
He instructs Sun Yongren that anyone who acts will leave clues, and tells him to investigate Liu Qingfeng's social connections and the patients who visited Yuzhi Hall yesterday afternoon, believing there must be a link. Sun Yongren offers to speak with Chen Yuzhi, but Jiang Yuelou assigns him to the Liu Qingfeng case, stating he will handle Chen Yuzhi himself. Sun Yongren confirms he understands and goes to retrieve the opium from the evidence room.
Later, back at Yuzhi Hall, Chen Yuzhi shares his deduction with Jiang Yuelou about the identity of the person who planted the opium. He explains that out of eight patients seen that day, five could be immediately excluded due to being in his sight, physical limitations, or lack of hiding places. This left two suspects: a woman with a baby and a young man receiving acupuncture.
Chen Yuzhi identifies the woman with the baby as the culprit, reasoning that several of the Chinese traditional medicines he prescribed for her were harmful to infants. Her apparent disregard for her baby's health suggested the infant was merely a prop, and the opium was likely hidden within the baby's blanket. Jiang Yuelou praises Chen Yuzhi's astute observation, then immediately instructs Song Rong to locate this woman.
Reports about Jiang Yuelou assaulting people are now prominently featured in the Jing City Daily. As Jiang Yuelou walks home, he notices people giving him strange looks. A child's ball rolls to his feet, and he picks it up, returning it to the child while advising them against playing in the dangerous street. The child's mother quickly apologizes to Jiang Yuelou, then pulls her child away, muttering about him being a "guy who beats people up."
Song Rong, who is with Jiang Yuelou, expresses his frustration, asking why Jiang Yuelou doesn't explain the truth to the public, especially since the newspaper reports are false. He feels it's unfair that Jiang Yuelou protects the citizens only to be harshly judged by them. Jiang Yuelou dismisses the idea, stating he has no time to explain himself, and that public opinion of him is a trivial matter compared to the many important tasks they need to accomplish.
A high-ranking figure, addressed as "Master," is informed of Chen Yuzhi's release, expressing surprise given the opium found. He reflects on underestimating Chen Yuzhi and confirms that the woman who planted the opium has been "taken care of," implying she was killed to prevent exposure. Meanwhile, Brother Huo receives an urgent summons from San Ye, the top boss. San Ye directly confronts Chief Zhao (Han Zhong), scolding him for the "extremely stupid" decision to frame Chen Yuzhi.
San Ye emphasizes that this is part of a much larger, complex strategy and warns Chief Zhao not to jeopardize their plans with such foolish actions in the future, instructing him to consult someone more capable if he is unsure of what to do.
