Love Through a Millennium Episode 7 Recap
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In the aftermath, Gong Ming finds himself in a precarious situation in the modern era as Han Yufei and his team mistakenly identify him as a stalker. To protect Gong Ming, Lin Xiangxiang publicly declares him to be her boyfriend. Although Gong Ming initially thanks her for the "lie," Lin Xiangxiang clarifies her sincerity and confesses her deep feelings for him.
However, Gong Ming apologetically states that he has more important matters to attend to than personal romance and gently rejects her. Moments later, Han Yufei persists in confronting Lin Xiangxiang in public, prompting Jin Jing to intervene and physically restrain him. Seizing the opportunity, Lin Xiangxiang quickly helps Gong Ming into a taxi, urging him to take care of himself.
Upon returning home, Jin Jing unleashes her fury on Lin Xiangxiang, accusing her of prioritizing a secret relationship over her acting career and publicly announcing it, vowing to make her pay. Xia Xiaonan attempts to calm the heated argument between them but is intimidated by Jin Jing's aggressive demeanor. Left alone, Lin Xiangxiang can only worry about Gong Ming. Meanwhile, Gong Ming returns to the Han Dynasty using his jade pendant.
He had previously instructed Ying Yue to protect Empress Xu and monitor the powerful Wang family during his exile. Ying Yue is overcome with joy and relief at his unexpected return. Gong Ming notices her visibly thinner appearance, understanding it is due to her worrying about him. Gong Ming immediately inquires about the Wang family's plans.
Ying Yue confirms his suspicions, revealing their plot to assassinate Empress Xu, led this time by Wang Shu, and scheduled to take place in four days. Gong Ming resolves to tackle this challenge directly. He explains that the assassin Zixiu, sent to track him in his place of exile, will not return for at least a month, and the Wang family believes him dead. He then outlines a plan involving his unique "treasure," the jade pendant.
Gong Ming then makes a surprising appearance before Empress Xu, who is astonished to see him after his exile. He confirms the Wang family's intention to assassinate her, making it appear as a suicide, and reveals his plan to force them to act that very night. He assures her of his strategy to protect her and requests her silence. Empress Xu, trusting Gong Ming, agrees to follow his instructions.
Concurrently, Emperor Cheng discovers an unusual object in his palace hall, hinting at Gong Ming's presence. Gong Ming infiltrates Wang Shu's residence, using his sword to compel the minister to write an incriminating letter in the Wang family's name, ordering Zixiu's subordinates to carry out the assassination of Empress Xu immediately. He then forces Wang Shu to write a second letter that explicitly clears Gong Ming's name regarding previous accusations.
Elsewhere, Ying Yue confronts Wang Mang in the wilderness, preventing him from returning to Chang'an that night. Wang Mang expresses disbelief that Ying Yue would harm him, but she wounds him to ensure his detention, stating she would even kill him if necessary. Wang Mang dismisses his physical injury, claiming her words have wounded his heart more deeply. Despite Wang Mang's absence, the assassins proceed with their mission, surrounding the Empress's palace.
However, palace guards, who had been alerted, suddenly appear and engage the assassins in a fierce battle. Emperor Cheng arrives at the scene, offering comfort to Empress Xu and expressing deep regret for the hardships she has endured due to his past decisions. He orders the arrest of all those responsible. At Wang Shu's residence, imperial guards apprehend him as the primary instigator of the assassination attempt.
Wang Shu frantically claims another individual is hidden in the room, but the guards find no one. Meanwhile, Ying Yue arranges for a doctor to treat Wang Mang's wound, which is determined to be superficial. In the imperial court, Wang Shu's letter, coerced by Gong Ming, clearly outlines the Wang family's involvement and Gong Ming's innocence. Despite the Wang officials' desperate attempts to shift all blame onto Wang Shu, Emperor Cheng remains resolute, promising a thorough investigation.
He then issues an imperial decree, re-titling the deposed Empress Xu as Gui Ren to restore her honor and recalling Gong Ming from exile, reinstating him to his former position, citing Wang Shu's letter as clear evidence of Gong Ming's innocence. These developments enrage Zhao Feiyan. Later, Gong Ming expresses his remorse to Ying Yue for involving her in his conflict with Wang Mang, his childhood friend.
Ying Yue reveals that she was the one who wounded Wang Mang, leading Gong Ming to acknowledge the pain of their diverging paths and express regret for causing her to act against her childhood friend. As he prepares to return to his exile location to await his official reinstatement, he tells Ying Yue he needs to make one last trip to the future to thank the person who helped him.
Ying Yue, understanding his unspoken meaning, asks if he refers to Lin Xiangxiang. Gong Ming describes Xiangxiang as a uniquely quirky yet essential ally in the modern era, emphasizing that without her, none of his current successes would have been possible. He expresses his desire to convey his true feelings to her now that his immediate mission is complete. Ying Yue then quietly asks if Lin Xiangxiang has already captured his heart.
In the modern era, the commotion involving Han Yufei at the airport becomes a viral headline, with media outlets portraying Lin Xiangxiang as a "two-timer" involved with both a "boyfriend" and a "superstar." Consequently, she experiences ostracism on set, with crew members treating her like a manipulative figure rather than her character, Empress Xu. Jin Jing works tirelessly to manage the media crisis and appease Director Yang with handmade chocolates.
To mitigate the negative publicity, Jin Jing arranges a live interview for Lin Xiangxiang alongside Zhao Nana and Han Yufei. She explicitly instructs Lin Xiangxiang to deny any romantic involvement with Han Yufei and to describe Gong Ming as merely a "recently met friend" with "no special relationship." During the live broadcast, Han Yufei states that he and Lin Xiangxiang are simply "good brothers" and dismisses the rumors as misunderstandings stemming from their close friendship.
However, when asked about her publicly acknowledged relationship and current boyfriend, Lin Xiangxiang defiantly disregards Jin Jing's instructions. She describes Gong Ming in glowing terms: a bit stiff but smart, attentive, focused, and powerful, even when scolding others, concluding her description with a heartfelt confession: "The most important thing is that I like him very much." As she finishes her declaration, Gong Ming dramatically appears from behind the camera.
A surprised Lin Xiangxiang quickly pulls him away, concerned about the live broadcast. Gong Ming apologizes for the interruption and explains that he has returned to answer the question she once posed to him about his feelings. He then passionately declares his love for her, affirming that their encounter is predestined, and he will follow fate, as they are "destined to be together."
