Killer And Healer Episode 22 Recap
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Song Rong, holding a bouquet of flowers, approached a woman he cared for, asking where she was going and complimenting her appearance. She playfully replied she was going to hear a joke. To her surprise, Song Rong then earnestly asked her to marry him. She reacted with disbelief, reminding him of his previous claim to have a wife and children. He immediately confessed that he had lied about everything and reiterated his proposal.
Suspicious, the woman wondered if he and Sun Yongren were pranking her and repeatedly called for Sun Yongren to appear. When Sun Yongren did not emerge, Song Rong sadly delivered the news that Sun Yongren would not be coming back. The woman's eyes filled with tears as she realized the cruel truth, insisting that this "joke" was not funny at all. She demanded to be taken to see him, and later went to burn incense for Sun Yongren.
Meanwhile, Zhan Junbai spoke with Jiang Yuelou, confirming his commitment to push for Sun Yongren's pension and notify them upon approval. Jiang Yuelou thanked him and then pressed for any leads on the murderer. Zhan Junbai admitted they were still investigating, prompting Jiang Yuelou to ask if Zhao Jingming had divulged anything before his identity was revealed.
When Zhan Junbai questioned if he was suspicious, Jiang Yuelou clarified that his concern was over Zhao Jingming's true identity, suspecting that someone else was the real mastermind behind him. Zhan Junbai acknowledged that this hidden individual should not be underestimated, reflecting that a few minutes' delay in rescue could have prevented their current meeting. Jiang Yuelou, however, asserted his disbelief in destiny, trusting only himself.
Zhan Junbai noted that despite everything, Jiang Yuelou retained his strong temperament, a trait they both shared. Elsewhere, discussions revolved around Bai Jinbo's "wife," revealing she was not legally married to him. She had been a bartender before Bai Jinbo bought her freedom seven years ago, and few people knew of her existence. It was decided that there must be a secret history behind her concealed presence, which needed to be unearthed.
Later, Jiang Yuelou sought out Chen Yuzhi, sharing his strong conviction that the orchestrator of the recent trap was someone close to them, or at least intimately familiar with them both. He elaborated that the culprit knew their relationship, understood Chu Min's nature, and had accurately predicted that Chu Min would bring Liuli to Yuzhi Hall, and that Chen Yuzhi would even take her in.
Chen Yuzhi agreed, admitting that Liuli herself seemed to be part of the elaborate scheme, her resemblance to Ke Ying specifically designed to lower his guard. Jiang Yuelou warned that the danger was far from over and that similar incidents would likely occur. He urged Chen Yuzhi to prioritize his own safety before attempting to rescue others in future perils.
Chen Yuzhi, however, firmly stated that if Jiang Yuelou were to put himself in harm's way, he could not simply stand by, despite Jiang Yuelou's insistence that as a police officer, it was his duty, while Chen Yuzhi had no such obligation to risk his life. At a dance hall, a man approached Mrs. Bai, attempting to dance with her despite her initial refusal. He became aggressive, claiming her as "his" possession.
Another woman, Sister Yali, intervened, scolding the man and demanding he apologize. The man eventually relented and apologized. Sister Yali then offered to buy Mrs. Bai a drink, but she was called away for work by a third guest, apologizing that she needed to earn money. The aggressive man returned, offering to support Sister Yali so she would never have to work again. Later, Mrs. Jiang confronted Mrs. Bai, hinting at incriminating photos.
Mrs. Jiang made it clear she had investigated Mrs. Bai, knowing her routine of visiting the dance hall weekly, avoiding repeat partners, and rarely socializing. Mrs. Jiang revealed she specifically used a song to lure Mrs. Bai, understanding how the music would evoke painful memories of her past with Bai Jinbo, fueling a desire for revenge.
Mrs. Bai poured out her heart, expressing how Bai Jinbo treated her as a mere replacement for his deceased wife for seven long years, keeping her confined like a pet and denying her own life. Mrs. Jiang, in turn, comforted her, stating it wasn't her fault, and emphasized that men were unreliable. She advised Mrs. Bai to trust only herself for a fulfilling life and to make Bai Jinbo pay for his treatment.
Mrs. Jiang suggested that the most painful revenge was to make him suffer worse than death, urging Mrs. Bai to target what he valued most. Recognizing Mrs. Jiang's true intent, Mrs. Bai agreed to cooperate, cementing their shared objective. Commissioner Bai held a meeting with Jiang Yuelou and Jin Dacheng, informing them that three high-ranking officials from Qing City were coming to Jing City for a critical, highly confidential meeting concerning the political status of Qing City and railway expansion.
Mayor Cai had personally assigned their police bureau to handle the security. Commissioner Bai designated them to lead the security detail, promising individual briefings on their specific duties. Jiang Yuelou assured him they would successfully complete the mission. After the meeting, Commissioner Bai privately expressed his sorrow over Sun Yongren's death to Jiang Yuelou. He suggested that Song Rong alone wasn't enough assistance, recommending a new, dedicated recruit named Cheng Qing. Jiang Yuelou acknowledged Cheng Qing, noting his youth.
Commissioner Bai fondly recalled Jiang Yuelou's own youth, starting with him at sixteen, and remarked on how quickly eight years had passed, seeing Jiang Yuelou's growth and his own aging. Jiang Yuelou playfully dismissed the aging comment, attributing the Commissioner's humor to Chen Yuzhi's therapeutic influence. Jiang Yuelou then instructed Song Rong to select a dozen agile officers to accompany him to the station the next day, gathering at the police bureau at 8 AM.
He also summoned Cheng Qing, inquiring about a wound on his face. Cheng Qing explained it happened while investigating a lead at the dock, where he encountered a thief and an accomplice, causing him embarrassment. Jiang Yuelou reassured him that letting such incidents pass would be the real disgrace and told him to seek treatment from an old Zhao.
At Tianyun Garden, the supervisor urged Yutangchun to give his courtyard to Boss Su, claiming Boss Su was the current main performer. He also tried to make Yutangchun leave his opera costumes as a gift for Boss Su, citing Yutangchun's inactivity. Yutangchun refused, stating the costumes were heartfelt gifts from patrons he would not relinquish. The supervisor grew aggressive, reminding Yutangchun he was a "laid-back" guest now and threatening to expel him. Just then, Zhan Junbai arrived.
The supervisor immediately became servile, offering to have Boss Su perform for him. Zhan Junbai accepted, stating the performance would continue until he left, then invited Yutangchun to join him to listen. Chu Min, enjoying a half-day off because Zhan Junbai was at Tianyun Garden, visited Chen Yuzhi’s clinic. He busied himself taking photos with his sister Chu Ran's camera, confident in his skills.
He noticed Yutangchun hadn't been to the clinic recently and, observing Chen Yuzhi’s worried expression at the mention of Yutangchun, asked if something was amiss, but Chen Yuzhi assured him everything was fine. Jiang Yuelou arrived at Yuzhi Hall, asking Chen Yuzhi for a favor the next day: to monitor the kitchen at Jing An Hotel. There would be a special lunch, and Jiang Yuelou needed Chen Yuzhi to test for poison. Chen Yuzhi agreed, promising to bring his tools.
While they spoke, Chu Min took a photo of them. Jiang Yuelou quickly snatched the camera, intending to delete the photo, warning that careless actions could lead to trouble. Chen Yuzhi took the camera back, assuring him that as they were all trusted, the photo wouldn't be leaked. Jiang Yuelou expressed concern that if the photo fell into the wrong hands, Chen Yuzhi could be in great danger.
Chen Yuzhi, however, calmly pointed out that both Jinma Hall and the mysterious mastermind already knew their identities. He suggested keeping the photo as a memento, to which Jiang Yuelou reluctantly agreed, reminding him to keep it safe as it could be important evidence. Chen Yuzhi reassured him he would have his sister develop it. The opera performance continued, and Yutangchun felt it was too long, fearing for the singer's voice.
However, Zhan Junbai seemed to be deliberately prolonging it as a harsh lesson for the singer, claiming some people needed a strong push to learn. Yutangchun expressed concern that such a "lesson" could ruin the singer's decade of dedication. Finally, Zhan Junbai instructed his subordinate, Qiu Ming, to tell the singer to stop, clarifying that the favor was for Yutangchun's sake, not the singer's.
Zhan Junbai then asked Yutangchun if he had made a decision: to remain at Tianyun Garden or return to Mansion Zhan with him. Yutangchun ultimately agreed to return to Mansion Zhan. Later, Mrs. Jiang received the developed photos and negatives from a subordinate, expressing satisfaction. She requested an additional print of one particular photo. She also mentioned she had mostly stopped taking her medicine, as she could now control her emotions.
The subordinate congratulated her, but Mrs. Jiang insisted the thanks were hers. They celebrated with a strong, fiery liquor, with Mrs. Jiang noting its potency. Commissioner Bai called Jiang Yuelou to confirm the full deployment of security at Jing An Hotel, stating his team would take over from that night. He emphasized the need for vigilance the following day. He also ordered that the streets around Jing An Hotel be blocked off.
In her office, Mrs. Jiang meticulously outlined her plan. She identified the Jing An Hotel as the meeting venue, expecting heavy security. Based on intelligence from Cheng Qing, Jiang Yuelou's team would depart the police bureau at 8 AM to pick up the delegates at the station. She calculated the half-hour travel time and the train's 8:50 AM arrival, concluding the station was unsuitable due to crowds and the swift transfer of targets. She determined the assassination must occur at the Jing An Hotel, specifically during the brief, exposed moment between the delegates exiting their vehicle and entering the hotel's front door.
