Let's Shake It! Season 1 Episode 23 Recap
> Let's Shake It! Season 1 Recap
During a fight with Zero, Zero sensed that the energy source for the eye of the universe was within Tang Qingfeng's body and demanded that Abe hand him over.
Abe then asked Ji Le if Zero's scheme would fail if Tang Qingfeng did not approach the eye of the universe, and Ji Le confirmed that it would, explaining that once integrated, the energy source connects with Tang Qingfeng's star veins and cannot be activated without being near the eye of the universe. Abe then implored Ji Le to protect Tang Qingfeng, while she prepared to face Zero alone to buy them time to escape.
Zero was furious, declaring that no one would leave. Ji Le urged Abe to flee, asking if she wanted the energy source to fall into Zero's hands. Ji Le then left with Xiaoyue, and Abe was subsequently knocked unconscious by Zero. Duo Miaomiao and Xiao Ruyi awoke imprisoned in the Tongtian Tower. Duo Miaomiao realized they needed to escape quickly, warning Xiao Ruyi that if Zero acquired the eye of the universe's energy source, they would all be doomed.
Xiao Ruyi asked about Zero's identity, and Duo Miaomiao explained that Zero was an evil force among the alien celestial demons, an organization that sought to disrupt the cosmic balance. He revealed that the Tongtian Tower was merely a launch device for controlling weapons, and Zero's true target was the eye of the universe. If Zero obtained its energy, he would tear through space and time, destroying everything they knew.
Li Yi arrived, mocking their lack of understanding of his grand ambitions with the "God Messenger." Duo Miaomiao countered, accusing Li Yi of being deceived by Zero, whose actual goal was to occupy Earth and turn it into a pirate base, using Li Yi as a pawn. Xiao Ruyi also criticized Li Yi, asking how he could become so heartless, sacrificing everyone for the throne.
Li Yi dismissed their concerns, asserting that his decisions were divine will and that only his unified empire and achievements mattered. Zero brought Abe before Li Yi, forcing her to reveal Tang Qingfeng's whereabouts. Abe scorned Li Yi's collaboration with Zero, reminding him that he was the one who harmed Tang Qingfeng at the Tongtian Tower.
Li Yi coldly stated he did everything for Abe and would provide an explanation, then revealed that Tang Qingfeng was still alive and was the energy source for the eye of the universe. He threatened to kill Duo Miaomiao and Xiao Ruyi, who were imprisoned below, one by one if Abe didn't cooperate. Abe defiantly warned him not to touch them. Li Yi then proposed that Abe marry him to save their lives, leaving Abe feeling helpless.
Meanwhile, Ji Le, aware that Tang Qingfeng's body could not withstand the immense energy within him, assigned Xiaoyue to watch over him. In his unconscious state, Tang Qingfeng repeatedly called out Abe's name. Li Yi confined Abe to a room, reiterating his demand that she marry him in place of Tang Qingye, threatening everyone if she refused. Abe warned him that Zero was merely using him to achieve his own plans. Li Yi, however, only cared about the marriage.
After much thought, Abe agreed but stipulated that Tang Qingyun must personally sew her wedding dress. Li Yi hesitated but ultimately consented. He then summoned Tang Qingyun, informing her of his impending marriage to Abe and requesting her to embroider the wedding dress. Tang Qingyun was deeply saddened but agreed, pleading with Li Yi to spare General Tang and the Tang family in return for making the gown. Li Yi remained silent.
In their cell, Xiao Ruyi suggested Duo Miaomiao transform into his cat form to escape and find help. Duo Miaomiao recalled a secret shared by the Maoqiuxing Prince: Maoqiuxing people who haven't absorbed the power of their royal family only have nine chances to transform, and he had only one life left. Another transformation would exhaust his life. He lied, claiming he was too injured to transform.
Xiao Ruyi, concerned for his well-being, expressed regret for pressing him, deeply moving Duo Miaomiao, who then vowed to protect her with his life. As they talked, they shared their life experiences, feeling a growing connection. Duo Miaomiao expressed a desire to make a decision for himself for the first time. He embraced Xiao Ruyi, urging her to always smile and live happily, free from her usual fierce demeanor.
Ji Le contacted Abe, who explained she was trapped in the palace by barriers and unable to escape. She inquired about Tang Qingfeng, learning that he was unable to control his internal energy and was in an unstable condition. Abe revealed that Li Yi had brought her from the Tongtian Tower, promising not to harm Nanzhao or Ji Le if she married him.
She believed that during the wedding preparations, Chang Encheng's vigilance would lessen, creating an opportunity for Ji Le and Tang Qingfeng to escape. Abe urged Ji Le to take Tang Qingfeng as far away as possible, vowing to handle the remaining challenges herself. Ji Le expressed concern about Abe facing everything alone, but Abe declared that as long as Tang Qingfeng was safe, she feared nothing.
Ji Le reluctantly agreed to protect Tang Qingfeng and asked Abe to contact her if anything happened, which Abe promised before ending the call. Meanwhile, Tang Qingfeng, sensing Abe's peril, dreamt of their future together, free from grudges, and rejoiced that Abe would stay on Earth with him, only to awake with a start and realize it was a dream. Outside Tang Qingfeng's room, Xiaoyue expressed her worry to Ji Le about Abe facing Zero alone, fearing Zero's treachery.
Ji Le insisted on prioritizing the greater good—the peace of Earth and the universe—over individual sacrifices. Xiaoyue then questioned why Ji Le wouldn't tell Tang Qingfeng about Abe's situation. Overhearing their conversation, Tang Qingfeng, still recovering, demanded to know what happened to Abe. Ji Le tried to evade, claiming Abe had gone to report to Duo Xing and couldn't meet them. Tang Qingfeng refused to believe it, asserting Abe wouldn't leave without saying goodbye.
He pressed for the truth, and Xiaoyue, unable to keep silent, revealed that Abe had agreed to marry Li Yi to save Tang Qingfeng. Enraged, Tang Qingfeng tried to rush to Abe, but Ji Le stopped him, explaining his unstable energy prevented him from acting rashly. Tang Qingfeng declared his unwavering loyalty to Abe, stating he would not leave her side, living and dying with her.
Ji Le reiterated that he couldn't control his powers yet and needed a comprehensive plan to save her. Li Yi had imprisoned the Emperor and Tang Qingfeng's subordinate, Da Bao, in one cell. Soon after, General Tang, who had been tricked into the palace and arrested, was confined to an adjacent cell with Duan Fei.
General Tang and Duan Fei immediately began bickering, with Duan Fei criticizing General Tang's tendency to get entangled with women, reminiscing about the events twenty years prior. General Tang defended himself, denying any inappropriate relationship with Imperial Concubine An. During their heated argument, Duan Fei inadvertently revealed that Tang Qingfeng was the son Imperial Concubine An had entrusted to General Tang on her deathbed—the Emperor's own eldest Prince.
The Emperor, overhearing from his cell, was furious at General Tang and Duan Fei for concealing this secret for twenty years. General Tang quickly admitted his guilt, explaining the sensitive nature of the secret. Duan Fei continued to verbally attack the Emperor, accusing him of failing to protect Imperial Concubine An and raising a depraved son like Li Yi.
Da Bao intervened, urging them to stop quarreling and focus on the immediate crisis: deposing the Crown Prince and saving the people. The Emperor, momentarily composed, agreed and vowed to eliminate Li Yi.
