Love Like White Jade Episode 13 Recap
> Love Like White Jade Recap
Jiang Tianling stood amidst the pear blossoms, recalling Shui Wuxia's birthday on July 17th, which was tomorrow. He pondered what to do. His father approached, curious about his absorption. Jiang Tianling replied that he was saddened by the withering pear blossoms. His father asked if they were still monitoring Thousand Horses Hall, and Jiang Tianling confirmed they were not. Sensing his son's distress, his father asked what was on his mind.
Jiang Tianling then inquired about how his father courted his mother, remarking that his mother was very particular about traditions and celebrations, while his father seemed unromantic, never even acknowledging her birthday. His father chuckled, explaining that he and his mother shared a private world, which is why Jiang Tianling wouldn't know. He reminisced about special gifts he gave his mother, like a conch-shaped Xun and a square-shaped watermelon, which, though not extravagant, brought out her joyful, childlike smile.
He proudly stated that he was the only one who could evoke such happiness in her. Inspired, Jiang Tianling decided to craft a unique gift for Shui Wuxia himself. Later, he rehearsed various ways to present the gift, trying to find a balance between being too casual and too formal, ultimately hoping Shui Wuxia would appreciate the hopes and dreams he poured into it. Meanwhile, Jiang Baiyu visited a medicine shop.
The owner explained that while Truth Pill and Midnight Rendezvous both appeared white, their effects differed greatly: one compelled truth-telling, the other induced confusion and desire. Jiang Baiyu realized that Ba Xi must have administered the wrong medicine to him previously. As he prepared to leave, the owner stopped him, dismissing the Truth Pill as a hoax but adamantly claiming the Midnight Rendezvous was potent, citing "That Hong from the end of the village" as proof.
Jiang Baiyu, confirming the potency, bought all the Midnight Rendezvous pills, then beat the owner and confiscated both types of medicine. He then confronted Ba Xi, holding up the two pills and asking her to identify them. Ba Xi confidently pointed to the round one, identifying it as the Truth Pill. Jiang Baiyu countered that the shop owner called it Midnight Rendezvous, an aphrodisiac, and pretended to be outraged, threatening to demand an explanation from the owner.
Realizing her grave error, Ba Xi tearfully confessed her mistake to Shui Wuxia, lamenting that Shen Qingli’s inappropriate actions were due to the drug, not his true character, and that she had unjustly slapped him and given him the cold shoulder. Shui Wuxia, now understanding the misunderstanding, instructed Ba Xi to hang lanterns. If Shen Qingli saw them, he was to come to Jiang Mansion so she could explain the medicine mix-up and also seek clarification on past events.
Shui Wuxia, back at her residence, selected a chamomile-scented balm, preferring its subtle fragrance. She murmured to herself about her past encounter with Shen Qingli, regretting her impulsive slap and not allowing him to explain, worried that her actions made her seem aggressive or cold. She wondered if he would still come. At that moment, Jiang Baiyu entered. Noticing her wet hair, he reached for a cloth to dry it.
Still struggling with her impaired vision, Shui Wuxia reflexively punched him, accusing him of malicious intent. Jiang Baiyu, wincing in pain, explained he only wished to help dry her hair, offering the cloth as proof. He reminded her of previous instances where she had misjudged his intentions. Shui Wuxia then posed a hypothetical question: if someone misunderstood him, slapped him without cause, and denied him any chance to explain, would he still wish to see that person again?
Jiang Baiyu firmly replied no, unless he truly liked her. Hearing this, Shui Wuxia felt a renewed sense of hope that Shen Qingli would indeed arrive. Meanwhile, Fang Yuncheng approached Qi Delong's creditors, offering to repay her father's debt. He explained that he knew his current offering was insufficient but pledged to repay the full amount, insisting the debt be transferred to him to spare Qi Delong, who struggled to earn money.
The creditors, however, mocked his "lovestruck" display and hurled insults at Qi Delong. Fang Yuncheng defended her honor, only to be brutally beaten by the men. They gave him two days to come up with the full sum.
Later, as Qi Delong gently applied ointment to Fang Yuncheng's bruised face, she told him she was no longer angry with him, adding that his efforts, though painful, had caused "someone else" to try and make her happy, but she refused to reveal who. Later that evening, Shen Qingli appeared on the rooftop where Shui Wuxia was waiting.
He confessed he knew she didn't want to see him, but after hearing about her eye injury and seeing the lanterns at the Never-lose Gambling Hall, he felt compelled to check on her well-being, even if the lanterns weren't intended for him. Shui Wuxia stopped him from leaving, explaining she couldn't get down alone and had something important to tell him. She apologized for misjudging him at the gambling hall.
Shen Qingli, however, was still burdened by guilt, calling himself "scum" for his behavior. Shui Wuxia reassured him it wasn't his fault, explaining that Ba Xi had accidentally substituted the Truth Pill with Midnight Rendezvous. Shui Wuxia then asked him directly if he was a "womanizer"—someone with a heart like the ocean, using girls like fish, unfaithful, and prone to lying.
She confronted him about wearing a bracelet, which she believed was a token of love for another, and his claim of never visiting Jiang Province, despite knowing about the special cotton candy there. Shen Qingli clarified that he had indeed been to Jiang Province and bought bracelets, one of which he intended for a certain girl. However, he had accidentally dropped it on the rooftop that day, leading to her misunderstanding. Shui Wuxia realized her accusations were unfounded.
Shen Qingli then turned the question to her, asking if her concern for him meant she had feelings for him. Their conversation was abruptly interrupted by Fang Yuncheng, who appeared, asking to borrow ointment. Moments later, Fang Yuncheng returned, concerned that Jiang Baiyu might have left Shui Wuxia stranded on the roof. Jiang Baiyu then intervened, pulling Fang Yuncheng down and playfully scolding him.
Fang Yuncheng explained he was merely testing his Qinggong skills, wondering if his impaired vision affected them, prompting laughter from Jiang Baiyu. Shortly after, Jiang Baiyu brought pastries to Shui Wuxia, complimenting her smile. She, however, insisted she wasn't smiling but merely contorting her face after drinking bitter medicine. He offered her mixed nuts pastries, which she disliked, preferring red bean paste. He then offered astragalus tea, which she also rejected, explaining it was for women with stomach cramps.
Jiang Baiyu, disheartened, told her he only wanted to be kind. Shui Wuxia then asked him to stop being so kind, citing their complete lack of chemistry, saying, "What you think is a delicacy might be poison for me." Jiang Baiyu, still hoping for a connection, suggested they try a "Five-Question Compatibility Test" he got from Ba Xi.
As they went through the questions about preferences (mountain or sea, sunny or rainy, summer or winter, spirit or hot tea, son or daughter), their answers were consistently opposite, confirming their incompatibility.
