Rose and Gun Episode 17 Recap
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Wu Si shared something he created on social media, which drew unexpected reactions from others. They found it surprising and urged him to delete the post. Lan Yangyang quickly messaged Zong Qing, asking him to convince Wu Si to take it down, stating it was serious. Wu Si's comrades saw the post and called him a creative genius, then immediately worried if Tang Xin had seen it. They suggested deleting it, but realized it was probably too late.
Wu Si explained Zong Qing had suggested he make his relationship public. Zong Qing clarified he meant announcing the relationship, not posting Tang Xin's photo in a way that looked like a "wanted notice," which his comrades agreed could be seen as a "Level-One Kill Order." While they were discussing what to do, Tang Xin called. Wu Si was hesitant to answer, fearing trouble. His comrades passed the phone around, none daring to take it.
Finally, Zong Qing suggested putting it on speaker and preparing to blow an assembly whistle if needed. With trepidation, Wu Si answered. Tang Xin simply asked if he was busy and mentioned she had sent a package he should check later before saying good night. Wu Si was greatly relieved after hanging up. His comrades commented on Tang Xin's pleasant personality and the dynamic in their relationship.
Soon after, Wu Si received a message from Tang Xin confirming the relationship publicly. Later, Tang Xin's father, Lan Weiguo, wanting his daughter to understand the life of a military family, especially with the Navy's 70th anniversary approaching, arranged for Wu Si to take her to the Navy Museum.
Lan Weiguo explained to his wife that this wasn't just about an exhibition; having spent most of his life in uniform, he regretted not being there for them and felt Tang Xin's hesitation about military partners stemmed from her feeling of an incomplete childhood. He believed Wu Si was the only one who could help her overcome this, and he wanted her to see the history and responsibility of military life to accept their relationship.
At the museum, Tang Xin noted a warship resembled one her father had served on. Wu Si provided details about the "Jinan" ship, describing its history as the first domestically developed destroyer, its significant missions, and its role in the Chinese Navy's growth. He shared part of the military oath about defending the nation's dignity, explaining it applied to the ships as well as the flag.
Meanwhile, Lan Yangyang's online reviews exposing issues with Meiduo cosmetic products had negatively impacted the company's sales. Meiduo employees, led by their manager Xu Ning, confronted Lan Yangyang outside her building, demanding she retract her statements and clear the company's name, accusing her of slander. Lan Yangyang maintained her reviews were factual, revealing outdated formulas and the resulting skin problems experienced by users. She attempted to leave, but the employees blocked her, insisting on an apology or compensation.
Zong Qing arrived and, seeing his wife being surrounded, questioned who they were. When Lan Yangyang introduced him as her husband, a soldier, the employees argued he should side with them as civilians and make her apologize and stop posting. The confrontation escalated, and when employees grabbed Lan Yangyang, Zong Qing intervened to protect her, resulting in a physical altercation where Xu Ning fell. The incident quickly gained attention online through a shaky video circulating on social media.
Wu Si received a call informing him Zong Qing needed to report back to the military. While Wu Si returned to the army base to check on Zong Qing, Tang Xin went to the news center to view the online video, which appeared maliciously edited to portray Zong Qing unfavorably. Lan Yangyang spoke with her father, Lan Weiguo, explaining Zong Qing had only been trying to protect her.
However, Lan Weiguo stated that the military was obligated to investigate any public complaint against a soldier regardless of the details, emphasizing the strict rules against conflict with civilians, especially for officers. He refused to intervene, stressing that Zong Qing, as a soldier, must cooperate with the investigation and trust the process. Feeling she had to resolve it herself, Lan Yangyang went to the hospital where Xu Ning was admitted.
She apologized for her role in starting the incident but insisted her husband was not at fault. Xu Ning and her associate claimed Zong Qing had pushed her, causing a lumbar spine fracture, citing the video and witnesses, and demanded 500,000 RMB and a public apology online to Meiduo. Lan Yangyang refused this, calling it extortion, stating her reviews were truthful and she trusted the military to uncover the facts.
Xu Ning threatened legal action and warned that an investigation would ruin Zong Qing's military career. Zong Qing later told Lan Yangyang he would feel disgraced if he compromised. Lan Yangyang apologized for getting him involved, but he reassured her his conscience was clear. Shortly after, Zong Qing was officially notified by a military officer that the Brigade Safety and Security Department was opening an investigation into the incident. His superior encouraged him to remain focused and trust the organization.
Separately, Tang Xin assigned her colleague Hai to investigate the Meiduo manager's background and check past consumer complaints against the company. She told Wu Si not to worry, stating she had a plan to handle the situation outside of the military's standard procedures. Wu Si visited the hospital on behalf of the military. Coincidentally, Tang Xin also arrived, identifying herself as a news reporter investigating the alleged assault.
She presented medical records and a traffic accident report for Xu Ning from 2017. The documents showed Xu Ning had suffered a lumbar compression fracture on the same date in a car accident for which she was at fault, and had been treated at the same hospital. Tang Xin stated this evidence contradicted the claim that Zong Qing's actions caused Xu Ning's injury. Faced with the documents, Xu Ning and her associate were left speechless regarding the assault accusation.
Tang Xin then shifted the focus to the Meiduo products. She challenged Xu Ning about the truthfulness of Lan Yangyang's review, which Xu Ning denied. Tang Xin then brought in several consumers who had used Meiduo's essence and experienced severe adverse reactions like rashes and scarring, requiring medical treatment. She also presented a lab report confirming Lan Yangyang's finding that Meiduo's product was only approved as a cosmetic, not a "cosmeceutical" as advertised.
As the manager became flustered, worried about the recording, Tang Xin explained that while this specific issue wasn't military business, the evidence could be shared with the army. The manager pleaded with Wu Si not to cause trouble for their jobs.
Tang Xin sternly stated she was taking the matter seriously because she herself was from a military family – her father, boyfriend, and his father were all soldiers – and having been protected by them, it was her turn to protect them. She offered a deal: withdraw the complaint against Zong Qing and issue a public apology to the military, Zong Qing, and Lan Yangyang.
Following these events, a military officer announced the official closure of the investigation into Captain Zong Qing, stating it was fully cleared. Zong Qing rushed home excitedly to share the news with Lan Yangyang, who responded with a subdued "That's good." Sensing her low mood, he asked if something was wrong, and she revealed she was pregnant. Zong Qing was overjoyed at the news of becoming a father, but Lan Yangyang expressed hesitation.
She worried if they were ready, having just married and still feeling she hadn't become a good wife yet. She mentioned her mother still saw her as a child and she didn't know how she could care for another person if she hadn't grown up herself. Zong Qing reassured her they weren't alone and would face challenges together, promising to do his best to take care of and protect her. Despite his reassurances, she asked to be alone.
Discussing the situation with Wu Si, Tang Xin noted that Lan Yangyang, having been pampered growing up, seemed hesitant about keeping the baby. She questioned Zong Qing's plan to simply "try to understand" Lan Yangyang's fear, calling him an "ostrich." Tang Xin decided to help him gain a deeper understanding. She took Zong Qing to experience a pain simulation designed to mimic the physical discomfort of pregnancy and labor.
After enduring simulated pain levels up to ten, Tang Xin explained that while the physical pain was real, Lan Yangyang, as someone with medical knowledge, wasn't primarily afraid of that. She told Zong Qing he needed to understand Lan Yangyang's "true" fear and show her his unwavering commitment to their future as a family. Zong Qing tried to call Lan Yangyang, but she didn't answer. He was later seen looking for her, appearing visibly downcast. He confided in Wu Si that Lan Yangyang wasn't answering his calls and he couldn't find her, asking what he should do.
