Miss Crow with Mr. Lizard Episode 32 Recap
> Miss Crow with Mr. Lizard Recap
Xu Cheng Ran awoke abruptly to the sound of Gu Chuan's heart monitor alarming. He urgently called Zhao Yan, informing her that something had happened to Gu Chuan, and they both rushed to Gu Chuan's hotel room. Xu Cheng Ran quickly connected Gu Chuan to a charging device, while Zhao Yan watched with deep concern.
As Gu Chuan regained consciousness, he was displeased to see Zhao Yan, questioning why Xu Cheng Ran had revealed his condition, reminding him of a past promise. Xu Cheng Ran, however, defended his action by stating that Zhao Yan was his wife and therefore an exception. Zhao Yan then reassured Gu Chuan that she would keep his secret and expressed her worry about his low battery alarm, admonishing him for neglecting to charge.
Gu Chuan admitted his oversight, recounting how he had felt his life was ending and thanked them for their timely intervention. Zhao Yan then apologized profusely to Gu Chuan, admitting her previous judgment of him as a "jerk" in his treatment of Jiang Xiaoning was wrong. She now understood from Xu Cheng Ran that Gu Chuan's efforts for Jiang Xiaoning were "noble," affirming that he was the man who loved Jiang Xiaoning the most.
She thanked him for loving Jiang Xiaoning in his unique way. Gu Chuan then presented Zhao Yan with a wedding gift from Jiang Xiaoning: a painting she had completed long ago but never had the opportunity to give him, and he thanked Jiang Xiaoning for it. Jiang Xiaoning met with Chen Wenwen, who revealed her plans to travel extensively with her husband after their marriage, without settling in one place. Jiang Xiaoning expressed her envy for their "perfect couple" status.
Chen Wenwen, in turn, noticed Jiang Xiaoning's tired appearance and inquired about her relationship with Gu Chuan. Jiang Xiaoning reluctantly shared that Xu Cheng Ran had claimed Gu Chuan was on vacation, and she hadn't seen him in a while. Chen Wenwen then recalled a past conversation with Gu Chuan, where he had expressed deep sadness and confirmed Jiang Xiaoning knew about his mechanical heart and his role in saving her during the car accident ten years prior.
Drawing on this, Chen Wenwen advised Jiang Xiaoning not to give up on Gu Chuan, describing him as someone who internalizes everything. She urged Jiang Xiaoning to "try harder," not merely believing what she saw or heard, but to "feel with her heart," assuring her of support regardless of her decision. As Chen Wenwen departed, Jiang Xiaoning was left to ponder her words, a new sense of hesitation stirring within her.
Jiang Xiaoning found herself at Gu Chuan's home, overwhelmed by memories as she looked at the familiar surroundings, desperate to know his whereabouts. On a bookshelf, she discovered a sketchbook filled with portraits of herself, and on the very last page, a drawing of her family house. A sudden realization struck her. A phone call then led her to a pet hospital.
The doctor informed her that the euthanasia injection for Ice Cream was never administered, and that Gu Chuan, despite having signed the consent form, ultimately changed his mind, unable to go through with it. The hospital then refunded her the money. Distraught, Jiang Xiaoning repeatedly tried to call Gu Chuan, but his phone remained unreachable. She then called Zhao Yan, who initially feigned ignorance of Gu Chuan's whereabouts, attempting to deflect Jiang Xiaoning's questions.
However, Jiang Xiaoning's tearful persistence prompted Zhao Yan to reveal the truth: Gu Chuan had taken Ice Cream to spend its final moments with it, keeping it a secret from Jiang Xiaoning to spare her the pain. Zhao Yan then hinted at a parallel between Gu Chuan's current situation and Ice Cream's, urging Jiang Xiaoning to trust her instincts and "think with her heart" to discover his location.
A wave of understanding washed over Jiang Xiaoning, and she immediately rushed to her family house. There, she found Gu Chuan busily working on rebuilding her ancestral home. Jiang Xiaoning confronted him, questioning why he was fulfilling her dream while simultaneously trying to abandon her. Gu Chuan explained he only wanted to help rebuild her family home. Jiang Xiaoning countered that she was foolish for not realizing his deception sooner, stating that despite everything, they could no longer be together.
Gu Chuan tried to explain that he didn't want to "tie her down," wishing her a better future free of regret. Jiang Xiaoning retorted that while she respected his life choices, he could not dictate hers. She reminded him of their shared trauma from ten years ago, asserting that her love for him meant his departure, regardless of when it happened, would inflict the same profound pain.
She insisted that if he chose to stay with her, every day, no matter how few, would be a blessing. She pointed out that he was trying to fulfill her wish, but they could achieve it together more simply. Gu Chuan then revealed his limited time due to his mechanical heart, asking how she would cope if he suddenly disappeared.
Jiang Xiaoning reminded him that ten years ago, he held her hand and encouraged her to persevere, giving her the courage to face anything. She challenged him, asking if he would truly have no regrets if he left her now, reiterating her choice to be with him even without the promise of tomorrow. As Gu Chuan began to walk away, Jiang Xiaoning stopped him, confessing his actions made her nervous.
After their emotional reconciliation, Gu Chuan admitted his nervousness, which Jiang Xiaoning reciprocated. Meanwhile, Xu Cheng Ran and Zhao Yan discussed Gu Chuan and Jiang Xiaoning's reunion. Xu Cheng Ran expressed concern over Gu Chuan's fluctuating heart rate, while Zhao Yan optimistically suggested their reconciliation was a positive outcome, celebrating their role in it. Back with Gu Chuan and Jiang Xiaoning, they decided to check into a hotel rather than return home.
Jiang Xiaoning admired the hotel, teasing Gu Chuan about his design prowess and jokingly admitting her flattery was part of their professional dynamic. Jiang Xiaoning also noticed Gu Chuan's desk was filled with her photos, which pleased her. As they prepared to enter their room, the hotel's power system briefly rebooted, causing a short delay.
Gu Chuan initially tried to get a separate room or sleep on the floor out of concern for Jiang Xiaoning, but she insisted they share the room. Inside, they acknowledged the unusual circumstances of their first "hotel stay" together. Jiang Xiaoning asked if Gu Chuan had informed his aunt about staying out; he admitted he had lied, claiming to be working overtime, fearing his aunt's reaction if she knew the truth.
Gu Chuan then revealed his aunt had previously advised him not to dwell on the past. Jiang Xiaoning confessed that she had searched for him after the accident to thank him, remembering everything despite the profound grief of her parents' deaths. Gu Chuan expressed regret, believing that without their reunion, his heart would not have suffered frequent glitches, allowing him to live a stable life until old age.
Jiang Xiaoning countered, asserting that had they not met, he would have likely died after winning his award, and she emphasized she never regretted meeting him. Realizing that their intimacy caused his heart rate to rise, Jiang Xiaoning decided they needed to establish clear rules for their interactions to keep his heart rate stable while maintaining their closeness. Gu Chuan agreed to her lead, and as he drifted off to sleep, Jiang Xiaoning meticulously drafted a "coexistence pact."
Once complete, she gently kissed his cheek. With Gu Chuan and Jiang Xiaoning absent from work, a somber atmosphere settled over the office. Meng Jia lamented the quiet, missing even Su Manlin's former demanding presence and Jiang Xiaoning's cheerful demeanor. Wang Kai attempted to lighten her mood. Meanwhile, Cheng Dong received a troubling call: the landmark project required significant adjustments because Gu Chuan's initial plan lacked sufficient detail.
With both Gu Chuan and Su Manlin unavailable, there was no one to lead the critical revisions. Xu Cheng Ran, determined not to contact Gu Chuan, privately sought out Su Manlin. He explained the urgent situation, appealing to her as the project's former first assistant director and stressing that no one else was better suited. Su Manlin, however, was hesitant, fearing how her former colleagues would react after her previous departure.
Xu Cheng Ran dismissed her concerns, emphasizing her deep investment in the project and arguing she couldn't let it fail. Su Manlin then revealed she had a flight booked for the following day to report to a new position at a foreign design company. Back at the office, Cheng Dong struggled to explain the necessary project changes to his skeptical colleagues, who found his proposals inconsistent with Gu Chuan's style.
Just as frustration mounted, Xu Cheng Ran arrived with Su Manlin. He announced her temporary return, explaining he had persuaded her to postpone her new job in Italy to help complete the project. Su Manlin, downplaying any welcome, immediately demanded the project team's report to identify the issues. Wang Kai, observing Su Manlin's focused work, brought her a coffee, a small gesture that hinted at a thaw in their historically contentious relationship. Su Manlin acknowledged the studio's difficulties and Gu Chuan's absence as her reasons for returning, accepting the coffee with a request for less sugar.
