Love Like White Jade Episode 22 Recap
> Love Like White Jade Recap
Jiang Tianling sought advice from Jiang Baiyu on how to act after realizing his feelings for Shui Wuxia. Jiang Baiyu suggested that understanding one's feelings requires action, like giving a gift. He then questioned Jiang Tianling's continued pursuit of Zhe Zhi, pointing out their fundamental differences. He felt they were from two separate worlds that shouldn't be forced together, questioning whether Jiang Tianling truly knew his own or Zhe Zhi's feelings.
Jiang Tianling argued that even if they were different, they could create a shared world. Jiang Baiyu dismissed this and suggested Jiang Tianling treat it as a dream. The next morning, Jiang Tianling announced his decision to confess his love to Zhe Zhi, shocking Jiang Baiyu. Jiang Tianling admitted they were vastly different and seemed incompatible, but he believed they were like a bow and arrow—distinct but destined to be a perfect match.
Seeing issues between Jiang Baiyu and Shui Wuxia, Jiang Tianling arranged for them to meet, believing they needed better communication. During the meeting, Shui Wuxia told Jiang Baiyu to maintain a three-foot distance. She explained she was aware of his feelings and had tried to clearly define their boundaries, surprised he hadn't noticed. She stated a relationship was impossible because she already loved someone else, and he shouldn't have expectations. She did acknowledge he was a nice person.
As she left, she tripped and sprained her ankle. Jiang Baiyu carried her back, applying medicine. She reminisced about her swordsman hero, and they passed a vendor selling telescopes. Later, a maid, Baxi, observed Jiang Baiyu meticulously crafting a special telescope for Shui Wuxia, but Shui Wuxia insisted they were just friends. After Zhe Zhi won the Chong'an dance competition, Jiang Tianling congratulated her, bringing gifts, including a lucky bamboo.
Zhe Zhi had her assistant take Jiang Tianling to a private room, as she was busy. Oblivious to her dismissal, Jiang Tianling promised to return the next day. Old Madam Jiang summoned Qi Delong, stating that since her engagement to Jiang Tianling was settled, they should inform Pavilion Matron Qiu. She presented Qi Delong with betrothal gifts, ensuring they were comparable to those prepared for Shui Wuxia. Old Madam Jiang planned to send them to Lang Ya Pavilion soon.
Qi Delong objected, fearing the Pavilion Matron's displeasure and not wanting to trouble Jiang Tianling. Old Madam Jiang agreed to delay the gifts but insisted on sending a notification letter, revealing she'd already dispatched a messenger to Lang Ya Pavilion's local branch. Desperate, Qi Delong asked Shui Wuxia to write a letter requesting her Senior Sister to delay delivering the notification for two days, hoping her father would cancel the engagement. Shui Wuxia agreed.
Jiang Baiyu visited Zhe Zhi and saw the lucky bamboo and gifts, recognizing Jiang Tianling's taste. He alluded to "her and his brother's situation," and she stated nothing happened when Jiang Tianling supposedly slept in her bed after drinking too much. Jiang Baiyu concluded his brother must be completely in love. Jiang Tianling arrived later, tidying Zhe Zhi's room before confessing.
He claimed he'd thought of her an average of eighty-two times a day since seeing her dance, snapping fifty branches, and mistaking others for her over a hundred times. He described a constant "tickling" sensation and, after consulting numerous doctors, diagnosed himself with lovesickness. He presented her with a miniature model of Ridge Crest Villa, symbolizing his heart, hoping she would reside there.
Zhe Zhi acknowledged his efforts but gently rejected him, stating they were from "two different worlds" and she only saw him as a "little brother." She reiterated her preference for "the entire forest" over "one tree" and advised him to focus on his studies. Holding the miniature villa, Jiang Tianling stood outside her door, unwilling to accept her refusal.
