Rewriting Destiny Episode 8 Recap
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Xia Yubing and Xia Liuqing were trying to retrieve the real title deed for Xu's snack store, which had been lost due to Xu Ziyan's earlier blunder. Xia Liuqing quickly recognized that the ransom letter was written by Xia Yaozu, noting the distinctive reversed dots in the character "God Temple," a known habit of his. They suspected Xia Lan was coercing him. To retrieve the deed, Xia Yubing and Xia Liuqing disguised themselves as ghosts.
Xia Yubing, suspended by a rope, confronted a terrified Xia Lan, demanding the title deed, which Xia Lan promptly surrendered. Later, the two kidnappers Xia Lan had hired, still alive, confronted her for payment. Xia Lan was shocked they weren't dead and recalled hearing the "ghost" call out "Liuqing," revealing Xia Yubing and Xia Liuqing's trick. Enraged, Xia Lan confronted Xia Yubing at the snack store.
Xia Yubing presented the original kidnapping letter, pointing out Xia Yaozu's handwriting as definitive proof of Xia Lan's involvement in the abduction of Xia Liuqing and Ye Wenzhao. Xia Lan, holding the damning evidence, quickly ran off to confront Xia Yaozu. She found him writing, and he confessed that he had written the ransom note because the kidnappers couldn't read.
Xia Yaozu's peculiar habit of reversing two dots in certain characters, which Xia Liuqing had initially noticed, became undeniable proof of his complicity. Xue Mu, suspecting that Xia Yubing and Xu Ziyan's marriage was merely a contract, began to frequently visit Xia Yubing at her snack store under the pretense of official business, such as delivering a subsidy certificate.
His presence, and friendly interaction with Xia Yubing, clearly annoyed Xu Ziyan, who asserted that Xia Yubing was his wife and told Xue Mu to stay away. Xue Mu then deliberately brought up their "contract couple" status, which caused Xu Ziyan to panic and demand to know how he knew. This reaction confirmed Xue Mu's suspicion.
Xue Mu then smugly declared that he knew Xia Yubing far better than Xu Ziyan ever could, detailing her likes, dislikes, and daily habits, confidently stating that the two would eventually part ways. Meanwhile, Xue Mu's diligence in handling cases had impressed his superior, who entrusted him with temporary authority during an official absence. Xue Mu secretly intended to use this newfound power to investigate his parents' murder.
Around this time, Xia Lan, who had developed a crush on Xue Mu, sought him out, expressing concern for his well-being and giving him a love fortune charm. Xue Mu accepted her affections, subtly implying their relationship was more than just familial, all while planning to use her for his own investigative purposes. Feeling uneasy about Xia Yubing's growing closeness to Xue Mu, Xu Ziyan began to deliberately avoid her.
Consumed by jealousy and wanting to gain Xia Yubing's attention, Xu Ziyan hatched a plan to feign illness. He instructed his servant, A'Guang, to prepare an overly hot towel to make him appear feverish and then spread the word of his illness to everyone at the snack bar, except for Xia Yubing. Despite his instructions, Xia Yubing somehow learned of his condition and rushed to his side, deeply concerned.
She tried to administer medicine, but a customer's call drew her away. As A'Guang attempted to feed Xu Ziyan the medicine in her absence, Xu Ziyan casually admitted he wasn't sick. Xia Yubing, returning to the room, overheard this confession. Furious at his deception, she stormed out. Later, a frustrated and drunken Xu Ziyan vented his frustrations to Ye Wenzhao, lamenting Xia Yubing's apparent indifference and angrily comparing himself to Xue Mu, even daring her to divorce him.
After his drunken confession to Ye Wenzhao, Xu Ziyan received a helpful suggestion. Ye Wenzhao, understanding Xu Ziyan's predicament, arranged for a potential partner, Mr. Jin, to invest in Xia Yubing's business, making it appear as though Xu Ziyan had orchestrated the introduction. This gesture pleased Xia Yubing, prompting her to reconcile with Xu Ziyan. During a visit to a bustling lantern festival, Xia Yubing questioned Xu Ziyan about his recent aloofness.
Xu Ziyan, still bothered by Xue Mu's knowledge, directly asked Xia Yubing if she had revealed their contract marriage to Xue Mu. Xia Yubing earnestly denied it, swearing on her money, a vow Xu Ziyan knew she wouldn't break, which finally put his mind at ease. Despite Xu Ziyan's continued denial of jealousy, Xia Yubing playfully teased him.
As they enjoyed the festive atmosphere, Xia Yubing found her sugar-coated haws sour and offered them to Xu Ziyan, who, with a sly remark about "yearning for sour food lately," accepted them. Together, they watched the dazzling fireworks, with Xia Yubing admiring the display and Xu Ziyan admiring her, a subtle smile playing on his lips. Feeling a touch shy, Xia Yubing then instructed Xu Ziyan to move back into the clinic the following day.
Following their reconciliation, Xia Yubing was approached by Zhao Linglong, a wealthy woman introduced by Xue Mu, who offered to threefold her investment in the snack bar. However, Zhao Linglong's exorbitant offer came with a shocking condition: Xia Yubing must divorce Xu Ziyan, as Zhao Linglong desired to marry him, having learned of their contract marriage. The thought of Xu Ziyan with another woman made Xia Yubing feel dizzy, and she eventually fainted.
Xu Ziyan diligently watched over her recovery, chiding her for neglecting her health. Knowing her aversion to medicine, he thoughtfully crafted a medicinal sachet containing potent herbs like seahorse and pilose antler, intending for it to prevent her fainting spells and remind her to eat regularly. He tenderly expressed his wish for them to journey through life together, valuing their shared companionship. Deeply moved by his care, Xia Yubing embraced him, realizing and acknowledging his profound kindness.
Later, Xia Yubing decisively rejected Zhao Linglong's terms. She clearly stated that while she appreciated the investment, she would not compromise her relationship with Xu Ziyan, acknowledging his various quirks and annoyances but firmly declaring him her cherished "partner." Unbeknownst to Xia Yubing, Xu Ziyan was standing outside the door and overheard her heartfelt declaration, bringing a satisfied smile to his face. With her condition unmet, Zhao Linglong withdrew her investment offer.
As Xia Yubing stepped out, she encountered Xue Mu, who subtly revealed that he had masterminded Zhao Linglong's proposition as part of his ongoing scheme to separate Xia Yubing and Xu Ziyan. Just as a sudden thunderstorm broke out, a surprised Xia Yubing saw Xu Ziyan approaching, holding an umbrella to shield her from the rain.
