Miss Crow with Mr. Lizard Episode 19 Recap
> Miss Crow with Mr. Lizard Recap
After a birthday celebration, Jiang Xiaoning helped Gu Chuan wash dishes. During their conversation, Gu Chuan inquired about a car accident Jiang Xiaoning experienced ten years prior. Jiang Xiaoning recounted that the accident happened on her birthday, on the way to the geopark, and she vividly remembered a "big brother" who was also hit and fell down the cliff with them.
This brother held her hand, encouraged her to live, and even sang her a birthday song in a soft voice. Gu Chuan realized that the "big brother" Jiang Xiaoning spoke of was himself, the little girl he had comforted on that cold night was Jiang Xiaoning. Jiang Xiaoning, in turn, felt a special familiarity with the birthday song Gu Chuan had sung earlier that day.
As the gathering concluded and others departed, Jiang Xiaoning stopped Gu Chuan, reflecting on the events of the day. She asked to hug him, confessing that it was both the saddest and happiest day for her, marking the first birthday she had truly celebrated in ten years. Gu Chuan gently moved her hands away, then pulled her into a tight embrace.
He expressed his gratitude to Jiang Xiaoning for making him feel "the warmth of a family," a sensation he hadn't experienced in a decade. He also revealed that his insensitivity to pain was an after-effect of that same car crash ten years ago. Jiang Xiaoning, with a smile, promised to strive for happiness every day. Meanwhile, Xu Cheng Ran thanked Zhao Yan for accompanying him to the hospital.
He confessed that he hadn't meant to hide the fact that his father was Xu Guo Xiang, acknowledging his identity as "Mr. Xu from Reindeer Group." Despite his worries that she might resent him even more, Zhao Yan assured him it didn't matter. Still, Xu Cheng Ran desperately pleaded for just "one chance" to prove his sincerity. Zhao Yan eventually agreed, making Xu Cheng Ran incredibly excited. He erupted into shouts of "Yan Yan, I love you!"
in the street, to which Zhao Yan playfully warned him to remember he was just "Xu Cheng Ran" to her, not "Mr. Xu from Reindeer Group." In his lab, the doctor had tirelessly worked for years on Gu Chuan's mechanical heart. He passionately explained that his relentless efforts were for Gu Chuan, who risked his life. He finally achieved a significant breakthrough after years of stagnation.
The doctor immediately called Gu Chuan, who was in the charging station, to deliver the good news. He excitedly announced that all the mechanical heart's side effects, including the noise and electric discharge, were "basically solved," with only a few minor issues remaining. He promised that within a maximum of three months, Gu Chuan would be able to live like a normal person again. Gu Chuan, overjoyed by this revelation, immediately called Xu Cheng Ran to his home.
He confirmed to Xu Cheng Ran that Jiang Xiaoning was indeed the little girl he had saved during the car accident ten years ago, and shared his deep affection for her. Xu Cheng Ran was astonished by the coincidence and encouraged Gu Chuan to confess his feelings to Jiang Xiaoning immediately. However, Gu Chuan, ever cautious, decided to wait for three more months until his mechanical heart issues were completely resolved.
Xu Cheng Ran, recalling the car accident, also mentioned that Jiang Xiaoning's father was Jiang Guang Da, the individual involved in the notorious Dong Jiang corruption case, noting that his own father had also worked at Dong Jiang and even adopted Tang Xu, suggesting an interconnected past between their families. Gu Chuan said he had never been so full of anticipation for a day to arrive.
The next morning, Gu Chuan awoke feeling a profound change within himself, eagerly anticipating the day he would be truly "normal." He took the initiative to drive Jiang Xiaoning to the studio. His colleagues were surprised to see him in a brightly colored suit, commenting on his transformation from his usual "autumn" demeanor to a more "spring-like" one.
Meanwhile, Su Manlin, while reviewing old applicant files with Qi Hong, discovered Jiang Xiaoning's father's name, Jiang Guang Da, linked to the infamous Dong Jiang Architecture corruption case from a decade ago, involving millions of embezzled funds. Su Manlin sternly reprimanded Qi Hong, the HR manager, for not conducting a proper background check on Jiang Xiaoning, expressing concerns about the company's reputation. Soon, whispers spread among the staff, with some openly discussing Jiang Xiaoning being the daughter of an embezzler.
Jiang Xiaoning, visibly agitated, confronted Qi Hong, vehemently denying her father was a criminal and demanding an apology. Qi Hong, however, stood her ground, stating that the case was a matter of public record and had devastated many people, including those who lost pensions. The argument escalated, nearly turning physical, until Gu Chuan intervened. He publicly chastised Qi Hong for breaching employee confidentiality and insisted she apologize to Jiang Xiaoning. Qi Hong, though reluctant, eventually offered an apology.
Su Manlin observed the entire scene with a frown. Later, Gu Chuan, recalling Jiang Xiaoning's playful nature, texted her to invite her out on the upcoming weekend. Simultaneously, Xu Cheng Ran also made plans to meet Zhao Yan. Both men, having done their "homework," selected ideal date locations. Gu Chuan, embracing Jiang Xiaoning's self-proclaimed "unlucky" nature, took her to an arcade for claw machine games.
Xu Cheng Ran, on the other hand, took Zhao Yan to an art exhibition she had always wanted to visit, delighted to see her typically sharp demeanor soften. At the arcade, Jiang Xiaoning was touched by Gu Chuan's earnest efforts to win her a doll. However, despite their repeated attempts, they failed to win any prizes, much to Gu Chuan's growing frustration.
Secretly, he tampered with a large doll, attaching a tag with a personal message of encouragement, hoping it would uplift Jiang Xiaoning. Just then, Chen Chen, Jiang Xiaoning's university classmate whom Gu Chuan had met at a convenience store, appeared. Chen Chen greeted Jiang Xiaoning warmly, asking if she was still studying design and suggesting they become study buddies. He then offered to help her win the very specific doll Gu Chuan had marked. Alarmed and feeling his heart rate spike, Gu Chuan discreetly bumped the claw machine, causing a sudden power outage throughout the entire arcade.
