Let's Shake It! Season 1 Episode 22 Recap
> Let's Shake It! Season 1 Recap
Tang Qingfeng recounted how Bai Yu had saved his life, explaining that his gouyu, which had been with him since childhood and always protected him in times of danger, lost its luster after Bai Yu's intervention. He told Abe that the gouyu and Bai Yu shared an inexplicable connection. When Abe expressed concern about him mentioning death, Tang Qingfeng offered to give her the gouyu as a symbol of his presence and protection, even if he were gone.
Meanwhile, General Tang bravely reported to the Emperor about the Nanzhao refugees streaming into Chang'an, criticizing Li Yi's growing control over the court. He explained that many memorials were being withheld by Li Yi, and ministers were blocked from approaching the Emperor. Enraged, the Emperor ordered General Tang to secretly investigate the Nanzhao situation. Suddenly, Duan Fei appeared, attempting to assassinate the Emperor. General Tang intervened, engaging Duan Fei in a fierce fight.
Li Yi, observing from outside the chamber, showed no concern for the Emperor's life. Xiao Ruyi arrived with her troops, apprehending Duan Fei. Li Yi then stepped in, feigning a delayed rescue, striking Duan Fei before having him taken away. The Emperor demanded to know Duan Fei's motive. Duan Fei angrily accused the Emperor of being responsible for the deaths of Princess An Yue, whom he served, and Ji Le, his beloved, vowing revenge.
This revelation shocked both General Tang and Xiao Ruyi. The Emperor questioned Li Yi about Nanzhao, to which Li Yi claimed it was a rebellion by Ji Le's clan and that he had already sent troops to suppress it. Li Yi then escorted Duan Fei away. General Tang and Xiao Ruyi discussed the suspicious events, concluding that both the Nanzhao incident and Li Yi's actions were unusual, and they resolved to investigate privately.
Tang Qingfeng visited Duan Fei in prison, who told him that the Tang army had massacred Xingzu village and expressed deep hatred for the Tang Dynasty. Tang Qingfeng, believing there was a greater conspiracy given the Emperor's long illness and Li Yi's control, promised to uncover the truth and bring justice to Duan Fei and Ji Le.
Duan Fei then revealed that Ji Le was alive, seriously injured, and hidden in Yixing village in Chang'an, and warned Tang Qingfeng about an evil force he sensed within Li Yi during their confrontation. Separately, Xiang Er reported the palace turmoil to Abe. Before Abe could seek out the Emperor for answers, Ji Le's people captured them.
Ji Le interrogated Abe, suspecting her of betraying Nanzhao and leaking information about the eye of the universe, which led to Zero's invasion of Xingzu village. Abe, surprised, earnestly denied any betrayal and swore an oath to prove her innocence, eventually convincing Ji Le. Abe informed Ji Le that Zero was nearby and that Duan Fei had been captured, offering to help rescue him. Despite her feigned indifference, Ji Le was deeply worried about Duan Fei.
The Duo Star Governor, learning about the eye of the universe incident, issued an ultimatum to Duo Miaomiao: if the energy source was not found soon, Earth would be destroyed to prevent Zero from obtaining it, leaving Duo Miaomiao and Abe permanently stranded. Duo Miaomiao became agitated.
Meanwhile, Li Yi consolidated his power, seizing Xiao Ruyi's military command and replacing all palace and city guards with his own loyalists, including Guo Fengyi, leaving Xiao Ruyi feeling powerless and frustrated by Li Yi's cunning. Duo Miaomiao urgently sought Xiao Ruyi's help, explaining the impending destruction of Earth. Ji Le gave Abe a detector to find the energy source.
The device suddenly reacted strongly, leading Ji Le to suspect an attack by Zero, but it was Tang Qingfeng who appeared. Abe, realizing Tang Qingfeng was the source of the energy signature, quickly pulled him aside, stating she had something to discuss with him. Ji Le pondered the detector's unusual reaction, concluding that Tang Qingfeng possessed a unique quality.
Leveraging Duan Fei's capture to lure Ji Le out, Li Yi then intentionally leaked Ji Le's location to Zero, intending for Zero to confront her. Abe expressed her deep attachment to Tang Qingfeng, who tried to cheer her up by joking about her mischievous behavior. Xiang Er then found them, reporting that Ji Le had sent her with news that Li Yi had taken complete control of Chang'an.
Tang Qingfeng immediately wanted to return to the city, but Abe, fearing for his safety, insisted he not go and sent Xiang Er to the Lecture Hall instead. Duo Miaomiao and Xiao Ruyi, disguised, attempted to enter the Tongtian Tower but were discovered by Tang Jun soldiers. They evaded pursuit by hiding in a cave.
During their escape, Duo Miaomiao received a video call from the Governor, who revealed that the Duo Star command had detected Zero installing powerful anti-air weapons on Earth and had decided to prematurely destroy the planet. Duo Miaomiao pleaded for more time, falsely claiming he had a child with Xiao Ruyi. Xiao Ruyi, overhearing, was delighted, and the Governor agreed to give Duo Miaomiao one last chance.
The Empress bravely confronted the Emperor, exposing Li Yi's recent misdeeds, including replacing palace officials and spreading rumors about her involvement in An Yue's death. Li Yi burst in, struck the Empress, and threatened her life to force the Emperor to issue an imperial edict of abdication. Helpless, the Emperor reluctantly signed the decree, harboring deep resentment for his rebellious son. Simultaneously, Xiao Ruyi and Duo Miaomiao were apprehended by Li Yi's subordinates.
Li Yi callously admitted to murdering Xiao Ge and attempted to kill Xiao Ruyi to silence her. Duo Miaomiao heroically shielded Xiao Ruyi from the attack. Zero intervened, reminding Li Yi that Duo Miaomiao and Xiao Ruyi were valuable hostages needed to locate the energy source. Li Yi conceded, ordering their imprisonment instead.
At the Lecture Hall, Xiang Er urged the students to evacuate to the outskirts to meet Abe, but they steadfastly refused, vowing to defend their home to the death. Soon after, Li Yi's forces surrounded the Lecture Hall. Xiao Zhihe, witnessing the siege, seized an opportunity to escape. Tang Qingfeng, troubled by the imperial court's crisis, was asked by Abe if he regretted not becoming Crown Prince.
Tang Qingfeng, dismissive of power struggles, promised that once the current crisis was resolved, he would retire with Abe to travel the world, making her very happy. Ji Le's group was attacked by Zero. Hearing the commotion, Tang Qingfeng and Abe rushed to intervene. During the fierce battle, Zero merged into Tang Qingfeng's body. Zero's malevolent energy clashed violently with Tang Qingfeng's own immense power, causing Tang Qingfeng excruciating pain. Abe watched helplessly, unable to aid him. Amidst the chaos of the fight, Tang Qingfeng's gouyu shattered.
