Speed and Love Episode 13 Recap
> Speed and Love Recap
Jiang Mu remembered San Lai's words, that Jin Chao's heart was entirely focused on the pendant, and a wave of happiness washed over her. She found the fennel dumplings, which she usually disliked, surprisingly delicious. She playfully insisted that Jin Chao retrieve her meatballs and then her soda, requests he gladly fulfilled. Jin Fengzi, observing the scene, reminded Jiang Mu that a navigator is like a lover to a racer, emphasizing that Jin Chao never easily trusted anyone.
The implication was that Jiang Mu, as his former navigator, was uniquely special to him. Later, during a game of mahjong, Jin Chao discreetly sent Jiang Mu a red envelope, wishing her a Happy New Year. San Lai and the others followed suit, each giving her a red envelope. As the countdown to the new year began, fireworks lit up the sky.
Everyone rushed outside to watch the dazzling display, and Jiang Mu, amidst the celebration, wished Jin Chao a Happy New Year. After the festivities, Jiang Mu took the pendant from Jin Chao, telling him he shouldn't need it anymore. When he questioned how she knew, she confidently declared that with her right there, he no longer needed to be yearning day and night.
She then playfully asked him to carry her upstairs, just as he used to when they were younger. Jin Chao, with a fond expression, hoisted her onto his back. At her door, he didn't set her down immediately. Instead, Jiang Mu wrapped her arms around him and stepped onto his feet, letting him open the door. He carefully guided them inside before finally putting down her slippers.
The moment was charged with unspoken emotion, leaving both of them flushed, and Jiang Mu shyly retreated into her room. As Jin Chao turned to leave, Jiang Mu quickly emerged from her room, asking him to stay up with her and tell her stories, reminiscing about their childhood tradition. Jin Chao gently reminded her that she wasn't a child anymore, but Jiang Mu insisted that in his presence, she would always be young.
He eventually conceded, agreeing to tell her stories for an hour. The next morning, Jin Chao waited downstairs for Jiang Mu, having arrived after failing to reach her by phone. He explained he didn't want to disturb her sleep. Jiang Mu, having taken extra care with her appearance, joined him, and they headed to a practice track. There, she demonstrated a drifting technique, skillfully etching a large heart onto the ground.
She presented it as her New Year's gift, asking if he liked it. When Jin Chao asked who taught her, she attributed it to San Lai, who claimed drifting was the best way to impress girls. Jiang Mu confessed she was curious and wanted to try it. Jin Chao, deeply touched, declared it the best gift he had ever received.
He then invited her into the passenger seat and, in turn, drifted another heart beside hers, completing the gesture with an arrow piercing both hearts as his heartfelt return gift. Later, Jin Chao and Jiang Mu explored a lively temple fair with San Lai. San Lai pointed out a wishing tree, known as the Tree God, claiming it was especially potent for matters of the heart.
All three hung their wishes, and San Lai urged Jiang Mu to speak her wish aloud for the Tree God to hear. Jiang Mu's lengthy wish included hopes for everyone's peace and health in the new year, and a special blessing for "Chao and me." San Lai playfully teased her about the length of her wish, implying she had many admirers, but Jiang Mu quickly corrected him, stating she only had one love.
Jin Chao, overhearing this, couldn't suppress a subtle smile. As the lion dance began, Jiang Mu and Jin Chao joined the crowd while San Lai went to purchase a red ornament for his zodiac year. In the throng, Jiang Mu was bumped and instinctively grabbed Jin Chao's hand. Leaning in to speak to him during the dance, she was again pushed by the crowd, causing her lips to brush against Jin Chao's face.
He was momentarily stunned but couldn't help but smile secretly. On their way back, they unexpectedly encountered members of Wan's Auto Shop. The group quickly became confrontational, with He Zhang warning Jin Chao against interfering with Xikouguan's business. Wan Shengbang, the owner, attempted to pressure Jin Chao into becoming his son-in-law. Undeterred, Jin Chao defiantly took Jiang Mu's hand in front of everyone.
Enraged, Wan Shengbang signaled his subordinates to attack, but San Lai, Lai Qide's son, arrived just in time. He openly challenged Wan Shengbang, bringing up his father's old debts and declaring his intention to intervene on Jin Chao’s behalf. As the tension escalated, a group of elderly tourists arrived, seeking someone to take their photos. Jiang Mu seized the distraction, pulling Jin Chao away to happily pose with the seniors, allowing them to make a discreet exit.
Meanwhile, back at a garage, Wan Qing, distraught, took out her frustration on a sandbag. He Zhang, who clearly harbored feelings for her, allowed her to vent, then tenderly bandaged her bruised hands. Through tears, Wan Qing confessed to him, "You can't replace him." Later, He Zhang confronted Jin Chao, accusing him of causing Wan Qing pain and telling him to stay away if he didn't reciprocate her feelings. Jin Chao, however, calmly stated, "Enough. I have someone I need to protect."
