Let's Shake It! Season 1 Episode 17 Recap
> Let's Shake It! Season 1 Recap
Tang Qingfeng tried to convince Xiao Ruyi to trust him, assuring her he would bring justice for Xiao Gelao. However, Xiao Ruyi remained defiant, insistent on rescuing Duo Miaomiao alone. She argued that the safety of Datang's people required killing all the "demons," and accused Tang Qingfeng of repeatedly advising the Emperor, which allowed these alien demons to invade, thereby neglecting Datang's well-being.
Tang Qingfeng tried to reason with her, stating that things are not always as they appear and that indiscriminately killing would make her no different from those who harm innocents. He added that if she still believed him, he would ensure justice for her father. Xiao Ruyi retorted that their positions were too different to discuss further and reiterated her resolve to rescue Duo Miaomiao, who had been captured while saving her.
As Tang Qingfeng attempted to physically stop her, he accidentally agitated her existing wound, quickly moving to support her. At that moment, Abe, having learned of Duo Miaomiao's capture, rushed out to seek Tang Qingfeng’s help, but upon seeing him holding Xiao Ruyi, she became visibly jealous, prompting Tang Qingfeng to let go of Xiao Ruyi. Shortly after, a box of betrothal gifts from the Maoqiu people materialized at the entrance of the Lecture Hall.
A messenger announced that the Maoqiu Prince would personally arrive the following day to propose marriage to Duo Miaomiao. Xiao Ruyi immediately moved to follow the Maoqiu people, but Tang Qingfeng intercepted her, preventing Abe from joining the pursuit as well. He then instructed his men to bring the mysterious box inside for examination. After considerable effort, they managed to open the elaborate, "Russian nesting doll"-like container, only to find a single fish and a distress letter from Duo Miaomiao.
In the letter, Duo Miaomiao explained that he had used the pretext of a formal marriage proposal to lure the prince to Earth, urging them to trick the prince into the Lecture Hall for a rescue. Understanding the plan, Tang Qingfeng immediately began preparing for what he called a "Hongmen Banquet."
He then consulted Abe, who informed him that the Maoqiu people were fond of music and dance, enjoyed fish, were known for their stinginess, and had a family emblem symbolizing love and peace. Tang Qingfeng instructed Abe to remain at the Lecture Hall to oversee the preparations, while he departed for another task. Abe, suspicious that he might be going to Xiao Ruyi, directly questioned him.
Tang Qingfeng, amused by her jealousy, kissed her, calling it "interest" and promising to collect the full amount with additional interest once Duo Miaomiao was safely rescued. Tang Qingfeng then returned to his family mansion to look for something. His sister, Tang Qingyun, informed him that Abe had visited earlier to accuse him of disrespectful behavior, causing their mother great distress, who had since secluded herself in the ancestral hall.
Tang Qingfeng hurried to his mother’s side, expressing his apologies for his prolonged absence and recent actions. His mother initially refused to open her door. Tang Qingyun advised him to promise to marry Abe and to return home daily to pay his respects. Upon hearing these assurances, his mother finally responded. Tang Qingfeng inwardly recognized this as a subtle ploy by his family.
Meanwhile, at the Maoqiu camp, the prince expressed his vexation over the "extravagant" betrothal gift of a fish, but his mood soon improved with the thought of marrying Duo Miaomiao and having ten children with his "sturdy" princess. Elsewhere, Duo Miaomiao, still held captive, lamented his predicament and the near loss of his "chastity." Xiao Ruyi appeared, having come to rescue him.
Duo Miaomiao, however, declined her offer, explaining that a premature escape would jeopardize diplomatic relations between Datang and the Maoqiu people. He urged her to leave and assured her he would find an opportune moment to escape the next day. Xiao Ruyi chastised him for showing consideration to the aliens. As they argued, the prince discovered them and attacked Xiao Ruyi. Duo Miaomiao bravely pushed Xiao Ruyi out of the way, taking a direct blow himself.
Enraged by the injury to his beloved, the prince struck Xiao Ruyi, sending her flying. Before the prince could inflict further harm, Duo Miaomiao intervened once more, but his energy quickly waned, leaving him vulnerable to the prince's grasp. Regaining consciousness, Xiao Ruyi swiftly used a cat toy to distract the prince, creating an opportunity for her and Duo Miaomiao to flee. The prince, realizing he had been tricked, immediately dispatched his guards in pursuit.
Back at the Tang Mansion, Tang Qingfeng requested Tang Qingyun to embroider a specific pattern, emphasizing its critical importance, even a matter of life or death, to which she readily agreed. As she worked, they reminisced about their childhood. Tang Qingfeng then solemnly declared that he would marry no one but Abe. Tang Qingyun, pleased by his declaration, then asked him to reconcile with Li Yi and approve of her marriage to him.
Tang Qingfeng became furious, adamantly refusing and forbidding any further mention of Li Yi, which deeply saddened Tang Qingyun. Later, Tang Qingyun's maid, Azalea, delivered the completed embroidery to Tang Qingfeng and pleaded with him to reconsider his stance on Tang Qingyun's marriage, reminding him of her past sacrifices for their father. Tang Qingfeng, however, angrily rebuked Azalea, accusing her of blindly supporting Tang Qingyun and Li Yi, thereby deepening his sister's attachment and causing her greater pain.
Tang Qingyun then confronted her brother, reaffirming her vow to marry only Li Yi or remain unmarried for life. Though heartbroken by his sister's distress, Tang Qingfeng remained resolute. Meanwhile, Xiao Ruyi, exhausted from their escape, was carried by Duo Miaomiao, a gesture that deeply touched her. They found refuge in a small hut, where they discovered several boxes of oranges.
Remembering the Maoqiu people's strong aversion to the fruit, they concealed themselves among the oranges, successfully eluding the prince's pursuing guards. Duo Miaomiao then gently licked Xiao Ruyi's wound, causing her heart to flutter. Noticing her own ring on his hand, Xiao Ruyi realized that Duo Miaomiao was indeed her former pet cat. She pressed him about her father’s death, initially accusing Abe (Tang Qingye's possessed body). Duo Miaomiao, however, revealed that the true culprit was Li Yi.
Xiao Ruyi argued that Li Yi had no motive, to which Duo Miaomiao countered by questioning Abe's motive. He advised Xiao Ruyi to seek verification from Tang Qingfeng. Although still grappling with this revelation, Xiao Ruyi decided to temporarily let go of Duo Miaomiao. At the Lecture Hall, Tang Qingfeng delivered the completed embroidered cat-shaped helmets. Abe, pleased with the "winning weapon," promptly instructed all the students to wear them in anticipation of the prince's arrival.
Unbeknownst to them, Li Yi observed Abe from the shadows, captivated by her unique charm and growing fondness for her. The Maoqiu Prince soon arrived at the Lecture Hall, demanding his "princess" and threatening to lay waste to Datang. Abe promptly signaled for the music to begin, and the students, adorned in their cat helmets, performed a mesmerizing dance. The prince, succumbing to his innate love for song and dance, enthusiastically joined in, momentarily forgetting his mission.
However, the students soon grew weary and stopped dancing. The prince, still in a frenzy, demanded Duo Miaomiao. When Duo Miaomiao did not appear, the prince threatened to destroy the Lecture Hall and the entire Datang with his spaceship. Just as the situation escalated to a crisis point, Duo Miaomiao dramatically entered, halting the impending conflict. He declared to the prince that he would not return to the Maoqiu planet, as he had found his true love. To the astonishment of everyone present, Duo Miaomiao then embraced and publicly kissed Xiao Ruyi, sealing his declaration of love.
