Moonshine and Valentine Episode 21 Recap
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Centuries ago, an extraterrestrial civilization, the Fox Clan, migrated to Earth from their collapsing galaxy. Over time, they evolved to resemble humans and integrated into human society, often concealing their true identities due to a history of conflict and misunderstanding.
In a flashback, a young Fox Clan member named Huiyan desperately pleaded with an older member to revive a crucial flower but was warned that such an act would severely harm the helper and shorten their lifespan, while risking the wrath of Lord Qingmu. This established a core theme of defying rules to preserve life, foreshadowing future struggles. Guan Pipi enthusiastically prepared for an interview with celebrity Fang Jinxue.
Before heading out, Pipi met with Tao Jialin to return a large sum of money her mother had borrowed from him, insisting that "correct counting keeps good friendship." Jialin accepted the repayment, then inquired about her recent breakup with Helan, noting that Pipi had previously expressed deep love for him. Pipi explained that sometimes, despite love, it’s better to separate if there's no future, to avoid hurting each other further.
Jialin remarked that Pipi seemed to have become more confident and brave. As Pipi rushed off for her interview, she accidentally left her wallet behind. Jialin picked it up, intending to return it to her. Pipi arrived at Fang Jinxue's deserted restaurant, apologizing for her slight delay. Fang Jinxue claimed she had agreed to the interview to publicly address recent online slanders.
Pipi asked why the restaurant was closed, and Fang Jinxue revealed she had shut it down and planned to sell it, wanting to dedicate more time to her child. Fang Jinxue then began to behave erratically, cutting her own hand and speaking as if she were Li Xin, the character she played in the film "Possessed," who made a deal with a devil to save her child.
As Fang Jinxue became increasingly unhinged, believing her actions were for her child, she suddenly attacked Pipi with the bloodied knife. Just as the knife was about to strike Pipi, Jialin burst in, having followed Pipi to return her wallet. He bravely shielded Pipi, taking the knife wound himself. Pipi, seizing the moment, helped the injured Jialin flee the restaurant, with Fang Jinxue in pursuit.
Pipi rushed Jialin to the hospital, but doctors were baffled by his rapidly deteriorating condition, noting severe anemia, clotting issues, and high potassium, despite normal scans. One doctor recognized the symptoms, recalling a similar patient from a previous case – Guan Pipi herself. Seeing her own name on the medical records, Pipi realized Jialin's injury was connected to the Fox Clan and knew she had to seek their help.
She desperately called, and the phone was answered by Xiaoju, who then passed it to Xiu Xian. Initially, Xiu Xian was reluctant, reminding Pipi that he wasn't a hospital and couldn't help with knife wounds. However, when Pipi explained that Jialin was injured by Fang Jinxue and his condition resembled her own previous mysterious ailment, Xiu Xian's curiosity was piqued.
Xiaoju and Kuanyong further convinced a resistant Xiu Xian to go to the hospital, arguing that Jialin had been injured while saving Pipi, and there might be something serious and "awkward" about the situation. At the hospital, Pipi recounted the attack to Xiu Xian and Xiaoju, confirming that while Fang Jinxue used a simple knife, it had Fang Jinxue's blood on it, which she had self-inflicted.
Upon hearing this, Xiu Xian and Kuanyong grimly stated that if fox blood entered a human body, there was no cure. Pipi, distraught, then asked if Helan could save Jialin. Xiaoju blurted out that Helan certainly could. Xiu Xian, still resentful, muttered about Pipi seeking help for Jialin, whom he scornfully referred to as her "cheating and two-timing ex-boyfriend."
However, Kuanyong intervened, revealing that when Pipi was previously hospitalized, he saw a similar case with Fang Jinxue's signature as the family member, suggesting Fang Jinxue had a hybrid child with a congenital defect, and had even asked him to raise it if something happened to her. He speculated that Fang Jinxue might be trying to emulate Lord Qingmu's forbidden methods. Realizing the gravity of the situation, they decided to take Jialin to Helan. They brought Jialin to Helan's residence.
Xiaoju explained that no one could disturb Helan while he was healing. As Helan began the arduous task, Pipi learned from Xiaoju the true cost: Helan would not only lose all his power but could potentially lose his life to save Jialin. Pipi was heartbroken and riddled with guilt upon hearing this. After a long, anxious wait, Helan emerged, visibly weakened and exhausted, but assured them he was fine.
He instructed them to check on Jialin, who was still unconscious but stable. Pipi immediately apologized to Helan for the immense sacrifice he made, but he gently brushed it off, telling her not to worry. As Xiu Xian and Kuanyong prepared to take Jialin back, Pipi decided to stay behind to care for the frail Helan.
Xiu Xian, after seeing the deep concern in Pipi’s eyes for Helan, convinced a reluctant Xiaoju to leave with him and Kuanyong, understanding the couple needed space. That night, Pipi stayed by Helan’s side, comforting him as he shivered. The next morning, Pipi tried to dismiss their intimate night as "just impulse" and declared they should lead separate lives, thanking him for saving Jialin. Helan, however, saw through her pretense.
He reminded her that her previous attempt to sacrifice her life for him was not saving but "murder." Pipi tearfully confessed she couldn't bear to watch him die for her, echoing the pain of losing a loved one she wished to avoid. Helan spoke of wanting her to have a complete life.
Pipi then passionately declared that even if she lived less than 25 years, her life would be complete if she could be his wife, whether for months or mere days. Helan, realizing her profound love and acceptance, reflected on how meeting "that person" who cares for you truly completes one's world. Later, Xiu Xian, Xiaoju, and Kuanyong returned.
Xiu Xian, confused by the turn of events, jokingly summarized that Pipi had dumped Helan, then returned for help, and now all was well. Kuanyong, however, corrected him, stating that they had all misunderstood Pipi and that she had her reasons. Pipi then thanked them all for saving Jialin. Helan then surprised everyone with an announcement: he and Pipi were getting married.
Xiaoju gasped in delight, overjoyed for Pipi, and immediately began to enthusiastically plan the entire wedding, offering to handle all the details so Helan and Pipi could enjoy their time together. Pipi, with tears of joy, expressed her desire for the wedding to be "the sooner the better." Pipi spent cherished moments with her parents, enjoying their warm family time. She informed them she would be busy with Helan and his friends over the weekend.
She also discreetly handed her mother two insurance policies, telling her they were for "financial management," a subtle way of preparing for her uncertain future. Her parents were pleased to see her being responsible. Meanwhile, Fang Jinxue was confronted by Bozhong. She remorsefully apologized for failing to harm Pipi, then desperately pleaded for another way to save her child, mentioning the Gold Flower Mirror.
Bozhong scornfully dismissed the mirror as "scrap iron," revealing he had deliberately deceived her about its powers. When Fang Jinxue realized she had been manipulated into killing, she expressed a desire to see Princess Zhaoyan. Bozhong, however, brutally insulted her hybrid child, stating that Princess Zhaoyan wanted no "hybrids" in the world. He then heartlessly killed Fang Jinxue. Zhao Song arrived shortly after, shocked by Bozhong's callous act.
Bozhong explained that he had used Fang Jinxue as a tool to provoke Helan into self-sacrifice, aiming to gain the Fox Clan leader's attention. He scoffed at Zhao Song's "softheartedness," asserting that one could not achieve greatness by being a "dabbler" – wanting to be both good and bad.
