Double Love Episode 20 Recap
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Han Jingmo acknowledged Lu Guanghan's concerns about Yan Shengkai, admitting that Yan Shengkai was associated with him. Han Jingmo promised to compensate Lu Guanghan for the trouble Yan Shengkai caused, which Lu Guanghan lamented had "ruined his wife" (Lu Wanwan, likely referring to the negative impact on her reputation and career due to the incident Yan Shengkai caused). Han Jingmo also mentioned he was personally helping Lu Guanghan "clear the way to love" by addressing issues with Zhao Jinghang.
Meanwhile, Lu Wanwan went online to confront Between Ink White, declaring her decision to separate from him and dissolve their in-game marriage because she wanted to focus on her real-life relationship with Han Jingmo. She insisted her decision was final, regardless of his agreement. Between Ink White expressed his apologies for past actions and offered to compensate her for the in-game wedding.
He then requested to meet in person, stating that if she still wished to part ways after their meeting, he would accept her decision without further protest. Despite Lu Wanwan's initial embarrassment and reluctance to meet, she eventually agreed to a meeting in three days. Lu Guanghan visited Lu Wanwan on set, where Xia Linxi approached him to express her gratitude.
She thanked him for helping to clear her name regarding Yan Shengkai's incident and offered to treat him to dinner as a token of appreciation. However, Lu Guanghan politely declined, stating that as a producer, it was merely his duty. He explained that he had already made plans to visit a nearby art exhibition with Gu Qiaobei and then have dinner together, before leaving with Gu Qiaobei. Xia Linxi, feeling slighted, confronted Lu Wanwan, accusing her of mocking her.
Lu Wanwan clarified that Lu Guanghan was solely focused on his career and was determined to sign Gu Qiaobei without distractions. Xia Linxi, however, remained confident in her ability to win Lu Guanghan's affection, asserting that she would make him accept her admiration sooner or later. At the art exhibition, Lu Guanghan and Gu Qiaobei discussed a particular painting, with Gu Qiaobei offering insightful observations about its use of color and lines.
He noted that it reminded him of the Surrealist artist Louise Bourgeois, whose sculptures were rich in symbolic meaning and explored the connection between space and emotion. Lu Guanghan was impressed by Gu Qiaobei's knowledge, prompting Gu Qiaobei to reveal that he had majored in art before accidentally entering the entertainment industry, suggesting Lu Guanghan didn't fully know him. When Lu Wanwan arrived at the agreed meeting place with Between Ink White, fireworks suddenly lit up the sky.
Han Jingmo appeared, walking towards a stunned Lu Wanwan. He revealed his true identity, calling her "Madam Chu He" and confirming he was Between Ink White. Overwhelmed and angry, Lu Wanwan immediately branded him a "liar" and turned to leave. Back home, Lu Wanwan buried herself in bed, ignoring her ringing phone. Lu Guanghan, concerned, pressed her to explain what happened. When she finally revealed that Han Jingmo was Between Ink White, Lu Guanghan's expression shifted from concern to amusement.
He even speculated, somewhat excitedly, that "Three Swordsmanship of Tai Bai" (whom players also referred to as "Xiao San" due to his close in-game relationship with Between Ink White) could be Gu Qiaobei. Lu Wanwan then reflected on the situation, realizing that despite her initial anger, her feelings for Han Jingmo were consistent, likening their situation to the loyalty depicted in "Farewell, My Concubine," where she was Concubine Yu and he was the king. Just then, the doorbell rang.
Lu Wanwan rushed to open it, but Lu Guanghan stopped her, asserting that a woman should "put on airs" in such situations. He summarily dismissed Han Jingmo from the doorstep, scolding him for deceiving Lu Wanwan by playing two roles. Despite Lu Wanwan's urge to see Han Jingmo, Lu Guanghan held her back, insisting that she shouldn't reconcile so easily and that she should set a higher boundary in relationships.
He then compelled her to log into the game to distract herself. In the game, Gu Qiaobei encountered "Top Star of Lu" (Lu Guanghan's game ID) and again proposed playing the "Love as One Heart" game. Lu Guanghan, however, candidly revealed that he was a man and couldn't participate in a couple's game, explaining that he had accidentally registered a female character. He suggested they become "brothers" instead, to which Gu Qiaobei readily agreed.
Lu Guanghan tried to restrict Lu Wanwan from logging into her game account, but she threatened to expose his real identity as "Top Star of Lu" to Gu Qiaobei if he continued to interfere. Faced with this, Lu Guanghan reluctantly allowed her to go online. Shortly after, Between Ink White logged in and began broadcasting apologies to Chu He (Lu Wanwan) across the server using a trumpet, admitting he was "so wrong" and willing to accept any punishment without resistance.
Other players were astonished by the usually cold and quiet Genius's change in demeanor, finding the "contrast lovely." Despite the widespread apologies, Lu Wanwan, still annoyed, abruptly logged off. In the ongoing discussions, players debated whether Chu He and Between Ink White would still participate in the upcoming Couple Competition. Between Ink White unequivocally stated that Chu He was his wife, and her wishes were paramount, even telling others to apologize directly to her.
He reiterated his apology to her before she disconnected. Lu Wanwan saw the numerous messages from Han Jingmo and felt a pang of pity, considering forgiving him. However, Lu Guanghan snatched her phone, warning her not to forgive him too easily. He advised her that relationships, much like warfare, required strategy, and that she should use this opportunity to "give him a hard time" and "show him her authority."
He emphasized that a sincere relationship needed boundaries and clear reward and punishment, asserting that he, as a man, understood how men thought. Lu Wanwan, feeling Han Jingmo was already "pitiful," couldn't bring herself to be as tough as Lu Guanghan wanted, but she yielded to his persistent advice. Lu Guanghan later learned that Gu Qiaobei had been "shelved" from his entertainment activities.
He was deeply worried, but Gu Qiaobei had not contacted him, clearly indicating he didn't want Lu Guanghan to intervene. This left Lu Guanghan concerned and unsure of how to proceed. The following day, as Lu Wanwan arrived at work, Han Jingmo immediately pulled her into a storage room. He noted that she hadn't acknowledged him for eighteen hours, a silence he found unbearable. Han Jingmo then forcefully kissed Lu Wanwan, who reacted by biting his lip in anger.
She warned him that any further harassment would lead to a breakup. However, Han Jingmo declared that there was "only a beginning but not an end" to their relationship, insisting that while she could be angry or unhappy, she could not hurt herself or propose a breakup, as their connection was "heading to marriage." Lu Wanwan, flustered, intentionally ran away. That evening, Han Jingmo sent more messages.
Lu Wanwan, remembering the kiss and Han Jingmo's "pitifully charming" yet determined look, felt a flutter in her heart. She was secretly glad she had run away quickly, fearing she might have forgiven him otherwise. To calm her turbulent emotions, Lu Wanwan decided to play the game. She soon encountered Between Ink White and, still fuming, furiously attacked him with her sword, repeatedly "killing" him in the game.
Han Jingmo, in his character, stood there smiling, allowing her to repeatedly defeat him. Lu Wanwan stated it was like "repaying a debt" for the countless times he had instantly killed her in the past. Remembering an earlier incident, Lu Wanwan asked Between Ink White if she still had a chance to "knock him off" again, and he readily agreed.
