Sweet Tai Chi Recap, Plot, Synopsis
Sweet Tai Chi Synopsis
CMFU is a magical university in China. The Tai Chi Department of CMFU College is gradually declining due to years of factional disputes.
Feng Piaopiao, who is passionate about Tai Chi culture, was determined to apply for the Tai Chi department, but she missed the exam because of Wei Chu, and reluctantly entered the painting and calligraphy department of the Faculty of Arts. Due to a series of misunderstandings, she was awarded the title of “Shangxiang Lady” and became the focus.
Along with more misunderstandings, Feng Piaopiao and Wei Chu went from not knowing each other to knowing and loving each other. Feng Piaopiao was accepted as Wei Chu’s disciple to learn Tai Chi, and led a group of partners of Tai Chi Department, such as Bai Haiyang, Chen Bing, Yang Ningxue, and so on, helping Tai Chi Department to revive step by step.
Tai Chi Department also attracted more and more students to join and finally won the World Martial Arts Championship.
Sweet Tai Chi Recap
Episode 1 Recap
Feng Piaopiao was awakened early by her grandfather, Feng Bingxing, who reminded her that it was the important day of her CMFU entrance examination for the Tai Chi Department of Cangfeng College. After a brief practice of Tai Chi with her grandfather, she quickly grabbed a painting from the table and rushed off to school.
Unfamiliar with the campus, Feng Piaopiao quickly got lost but luckily encountered Wei Chu, who was engrossed in reading and silently pointed her in a direction. After wandering in a circle, she found herself back at the same spot, and Wei Chu was gone. She noticed a book list signed by "Wei Chu" for "Wen Xin Diao Long," bearing the symbol of Shangxiang College of Arts, fluttering down.
Assuming it was a required reading list, she tucked it away, determined not to be late. At the opening ceremony for Cangfeng College, the principal excitedly announced the return of student president Wei Chu. The principal highlighted that Wei Chu, an inheritor of the hidden Wei's Tai Chi and a prominent figure among the younger generation, had previously led the CMFU Tai Chi system to victory at the National Martial Arts Congress.
His sudden disappearance over a year and a half ago had left a void, but his return now rekindled hopes for the Tai Chi system, which had been declining due to years of factional disputes. Bai Haiyang, the current president of the Tai Chi Department and an inheritor of the hidden Bai's Tai Chi, was visibly delighted by the news. However, Tan Lin, the president of the Boxing Department, saw Wei Chu's return as a significant threat to his plans.
Tan Lin openly questioned Wei Chu's suitability to resume student council duties after such a long absence, but Bai Haiyang promptly assured the principal that he would fully support Wei Chu, confident in his abilities. Tan Lin later confronted Bai Haiyang, subtly challenging his unwavering belief in Wei Chu and suggesting that both the Tai Chi system and Wei Chu himself might no longer be the same.
Bai Haiyang, however, staunchly defended Wei Chu, convinced that his commitment to Tai Chi and his lineage as an inheritor of the hidden Wei family remained unchanged. Tan Lin dismissed Bai Haiyang as "a simple person" for his steadfast loyalty. Bai Haiyang sought out Wei Chu, expressing his joy at his return, yet his disappointment that Wei Chu had transferred to the Go Department.
Bai Haiyang blamed himself for Wei Chu's current condition, lamenting that someone who once "regarded Tai Chi as his life" could abandon martial arts. Wei Chu, who was engrossed in studying chess, simply stated that playing Go helped him calm his mind. He countered that practicing martial arts wasn't a necessity for living and that he was "quite good now."
However, in a flashback, it was revealed that Wei Chu's doctors had informed him that despite long-term treatment, his bone recovery was not significant, especially in two areas that were compressing his nerves. They assured him he would be able to stand and walk, but explicitly told him to "stop thinking about practicing martial arts." Wei Chu resigned himself to the situation, but Bai Haiyang insisted on finding a cure.
Meanwhile, Feng Piaopiao, having accidentally submitted her grandfather's masterpiece for her entrance exam, was unexpectedly admitted to the Department of Painting and Calligraphy, much to her dismay. She worried that if she revealed the truth, she would be expelled. During an art appreciation class, a senior student, Aijia, questioned whether such a perfect and mature painting could truly be the work of a freshman like Feng Piaopiao.
Teacher Kong, however, defended Feng Piaopiao, emphasizing that talent in art cannot be judged solely by age. Feng Piaopiao, to avoid exposure, concocted a story about the old man in the painting being her great-grandfather, using emotional storytelling to deflect further questions and maintain her facade as a sophisticated artist. Teacher Kong was deeply moved by her "emotional depth" and praised her as the department's top student, much to Aijia's annoyance.
Feng Piaopiao later learned from her friend, Xiao Xiao, about Wei Chu's return to school, immediately recognizing him as the one who had given her misleading directions and the actual owner of the book list she had found. Because others mistakenly believed the book list was hers, she felt compelled to maintain her "lady" image, which led to constant scrutiny and criticism from her peers, especially when she showed her true appetite at the cafeteria.
She reluctantly gave up most of her food to Xiao Xiao to uphold her image, rationalizing that being hungry was better than being expelled. Her problems escalated when Teacher Kong called to inform her that her prize-winning painting had been accidentally torn during the exhibition setup. Teacher Kong urged her to produce an identical replacement within three days for the upcoming exhibition.
Knowing she couldn't replicate her grandfather's work, Feng Piaopiao feigned needing a specific "mood" to paint at that level and reluctantly agreed to find an old painting of similar quality from home. Desperate and fearing expulsion if she admitted her deception, Feng Piaopiao resolved to seek her grandfather's help. Despite the school's strict curfew, she climbed over the school wall under the cover of night.
That same evening, Tan Lin, determined to eliminate the Tai Chi system, dispatched his subordinates to ascertain if Wei Chu had truly lost his martial arts abilities. He instructed them to "teach him a lesson" if he was indeed a "cripple." Wei Chu was ambushed by several of Tan Lin's men. Outnumbered, Wei Chu prepared for a beating, but Feng Piaopiao, who was passing by, intervened.
To protect her identity and maintain her "lady" image, she quickly tore a piece of Wei Chu's shirt to use as a mask. Using the Tai Chi techniques she had learned from her grandfather, she skillfully fended off the attackers. Wei Chu, though not engaging in the fight himself, keenly observed her movements and recognized the distinct style of Tai Chi she employed, finding it "interesting."
After defeating the attackers, Feng Piaopiao, concerned about being recognized as her mask had fallen off during the scuffle, and realizing she had torn Wei Chu's shirt, impulsively grabbed his arm and dragged him back to her home. Inside, she quickly found a new shirt to give him as compensation. As she saw Wei Chu off, he questioned her being out after curfew, to which she responded that she was not a student of Cangfeng College.
Afterwards, she found her grandfather sitting outside. Her grandfather teased her about her "lousy" Tai Chi moves, but Feng Piaopiao proudly recounted how she had single-handedly fended off seven attackers. Her grandfather chastised her, reminding her that the true purpose of Tai Chi was "to stop fighting with martial arts," not to engage in brawls.
Sensing her distress, her grandfather eventually prodded her for the real reason for her late-night return, immediately guessing she had taken one of his paintings and now needed another. Feng Piaopiao confessed, begging him to lend her another masterpiece for her "urgent matter." Her grandfather relented, telling her to fetch one from his study, making Feng Piaopiao declare him the "best grandpa in the world."
Back in his dorm, Wei Chu mused about the mysterious girl, connecting her going home for a painting with the Department of Painting and Calligraphy and the surname "Feng," wondering about her identity.
Episode 2 Recap
Tan Lin was furious upon learning that his subordinates, the boxing "Seventh Son," had been defeated by a mysterious female Tai Chi master who single-handedly prevented them from defeating Wei Chu. Surprised that such a master existed in the current Tai Chi department, Tan Lin immediately ordered his men to find her. At the same time, to prevent future complications, Tan Lin openly proposed the abolition of the Tai Chi department at a meeting, citing insufficient members.
President Bai Haiyang immediately objected, promising to achieve results to prove the Tai Chi department's indispensability. Meanwhile, Feng Piaopiao was determined to keep her Tai Chi skills a secret, having learned them from her grandfather, who had once betrayed the Tai Chi sect. She also wanted to maintain her gentle and refined image among her peers. After submitting a painting to her teacher, she encountered a senior student, Jin Rou, who harbored a strong crush on Wei Chu.
Jin Rou deliberately gave Feng Piaopiao incorrect directions to Wei Chu’s whereabouts and then instructed her friend, Ai Jia, to secretly photograph Feng Piaopiao. Wei Chu, at a waterfall, was contemplating his doctor's grim warning that continuing to fight in his current physical condition would only delay his recovery or even destroy him. Wei Chu, however, felt compelled by an old grudge with Baqimen that would persist as long as the Tai Chi system existed.
Feng Piaopiao eventually found Wei Chu and, frustrated by his non-committal response regarding her secret, playfully pinned him against a tree, jokingly threatening to "kill" him if he revealed her Tai Chi skills. Wei Chu, suppressing a smile, agreed to consider her request, though Feng Piaopiao declared it settled. This dramatic "wall-dong" moment was secretly captured by Ai Jia.
Back in her dorm, Feng Piaopiao’s friend, Xiao Xiao, informed her of "big news": the "wall-dong" photo of Feng Piaopiao and Wei Chu had been published on the campus news page. Enraged, Feng Piaopiao decided to confront the editorial office, but Xiao Xiao managed to calm her down with snacks. Later, Ai Jia publicly confronted Feng Piaopiao, showing the published photo and accusing her of inappropriate behavior for a lady of Shangxiang College.
However, Wei Chu, hidden nearby, subtly knocked Ai Jia’s phone to the ground. When it was picked up, it revealed numerous hidden photos of Feng Piaopiao, exposing Ai Jia as the true instigator, likely acting on Jin Rou’s behalf to discredit Feng Piaopiao. The plan backfired, transforming the intended scandal into widespread gossip that Feng Piaopiao and Wei Chu were a couple, much to Jin Rou's fury, as she believed Wei Chu was "hers alone."
Wei Chu then approached a tearful Feng Piaopiao, dismissing the rumors by stating that "rumors stop at wise men," meaning no explanation was needed. He did, however, promise to keep her Tai Chi skills a secret, acknowledging her earlier help, but then abruptly told her not to see him again, preferring to avoid further complications. One and a half years later, Wei Chu returned to the Tai Chi department, not to truly rejoin, but to return his captain's badge.
Despite everyone's fervent pleas for him to stay and fight for the department's survival, Wei Chu resolutely left. Tai Chi members had excitedly greeted him, recalling his past glory and sacrifices that earned him many honors for the department, and lamented its decline since his departure, noting its poor performance in competitions and the dwindling number of students, warning that the department faced abolition if numbers dropped further.
Later, a sudden heavy rain fell, and Feng Piaopiao and Wei Chu coincidentally took shelter under the same roof. Seeing Feng Piaopiao shivering and sneezing due to her thin clothing, Wei Chu thoughtfully took off his jacket and gave it to her, as a repayment for her righteous help during the previous fight.
After returning to her dorm, Feng Piaopiao immediately took out an iron, intending to iron Wei Chu's jacket dry before returning it, but accidentally ironed a large hole in it. Separately, Bai Haiyang called Wei Chu (on the phone), informing him that the "Seventh Son of boxing" was actively searching for the "mysterious Tai Chi master with one enemy and seven enemies," which Bai Haiyang considered an obvious provocation.
He asked Wei Chu to return, but Wei Chu dismissed it as "none of his business" and ended the call. Feng Piaopiao took the damaged jacket to Wei Chu to apologize and also enthusiastically asked if he needed her help for the Boxing Department's upcoming match. However, Wei Chu coldly stated that he would handle it himself, making Feng Piaopiao feel awkward.
The Boxing Department's "Seventh Son" then formally issued a battle challenge to the Tai Chi department, proposing a match in one week where the losing side would transfer five members to the winner. Bai Haiyang, understanding this was a deliberate attempt to dismantle the Tai Chi department, bravely accepted the challenge, though he added that if the boxing department lost, they would have to issue a public apology.
Upon learning that neither the mysterious woman nor Wei Chu had appeared, Tan Lin, still intent on Tai Chi's demise, explicitly ordered his subordinates to prevent Bai Haiyang from participating in the upcoming competition. The following day in class, Feng Piaopiao was still worried about the "sky-high price" of Wei Chu's jacket, which she had accidentally damaged. Later, at the cafeteria, Bai Haiyang generously paid for Xiao Xiao's meal when she forgot her card.
Shortly after, members of the Boxing Department approached Bai Haiyang, taunting him about the upcoming match and Tai Chi's bleak prospects without Wei Chu. They then covertly slipped a substance into his drink, causing him to collapse in severe abdominal pain. He was rushed to the hospital in an ambulance that Xiao Xiao quickly called. News of the Tai Chi department's potential abolition if they lost the match reached Feng Piaopiao.
Despite her grandfather's strict instructions to keep her Tai Chi skills hidden, she decided to attend the challenge match, convincing herself she would merely observe. The competition, a "10 to 10 wheel wars," began. The Tai Chi team was visibly anxious about Bai Haiyang’s sudden absence, as he was their pillar. A male team member bravely stepped up to fight, but without Bai Haiyang, the team quickly lost four consecutive matches, leaving them in a desperate situation with few remaining fighters.
Episode 3 Recap
The Tai Chi system faced an urgent situation in the fifth match of the challenge competition, having already lost four consecutive rounds and fearing the abolition of their department. Just as the referee urged them to present their next competitor, Yang Ningxue, a successor of Yang's Tai Chi, and Chen Bing, a successor of Chen's Tai Chi, who had just transferred to the Tai Chi system that morning, stepped forward.
Chen Bing introduced himself and Yang Ningxue, confirming their eligibility to participate by presenting their transfer documents. Chen Bing then took to the challenge arena. He quickly showcased his prowess, effortlessly defeating his boxing Department opponent with just a few moves, bringing a much-needed victory to the Tai Chi system. Feng Piaopiao noticed that Chen Bing's techniques closely resembled those taught by her grandfather.
She recorded the match and immediately called her grandfather, asking why Chen Bing's moves were so similar to hers. Her grandfather sternly warned her that Chen Bing was a successor of Chen's Tai Chi, and she should never reveal her own martial arts in front of them, claiming her skills were inferior. Feng Piaopiao agreed to avoid them but also inquired when they would meet others, hinting at a broader objective.
Puzzled by the vast difference in skill between Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue and the other Tai Chi students, Feng Piaopiao wondered aloud why their fellow Tai Chi students weren't as skilled. Wei Chu, who had been following her, explained that Chen and Yang were direct inheritors of the mainstream Tai Chi lineages, Chen and Yang.
He elaborated that traditional martial arts like Tai Chi follow a "passed inside, not outside" principle, meaning only direct lineage members could truly grasp its essence. He argued that this narrow tradition inevitably led to its decline and that "breaking sectarian views" was imperative for Tai Chi to truly flourish.
Feng Piaopiao was impressed by his knowledge, but Wei Chu, in his typical sarcastic manner, implied she was ignorant of her own limited abilities, leading to a playful argument about his unpleasant demeanor and her past use of chili water on him. Wei Chu visited Bai Haiyang in the hospital. Bai Haiyang, still recovering, was relieved to hear from Wei Chu that the Tai Chi system had won the fifth match and asked how. Wei Chu simply replied, "By strength."
He then reassured Bai Haiyang that the Student Union was actively investigating his poisoning incident and, as the Student President, he would ensure justice was served. Bai Haiyang expressed his trust in Wei Chu. Later, Wei Chu discussed his views with his grandmother, Wei Min. She noted that he still cared deeply about the Tai Chi system and had not given up on his idea of breaking down sectarian barriers.
Wei Min, however, argued that the essence of Chinese martial arts lay in its traditions and that abandoning its roots would make it meaningless, so she would not support his radical ideas. Wei Chu countered that it was precisely these ancient traditions that led to Tai Chi's gradual decline.
Wei Min then attributed Tai Chi's weakening to the Eight Qimen, reminding Wei Chu of a traumatic incident two years prior when he, Bai Haiyang, Yang Ningxue, and Chen Bing, all successors of Tai Chi, were kidnapped by Fangji, the leader of Eight Qimen, and Wei Chu sustained his injuries during that event.
While the Eight Qimen had since disappeared and Fangji had committed suicide, Wei Min remained apprehensive, fearing Wei Chu would repeat her own past regrets, hinting at a betrayal by Senior Feng Bingxing. Despite her concerns, Wei Chu remained steadfast in his determination, expressing his readiness for the challenges ahead. After the challenge match, Tan Lin, the boxing Department captain, approached Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue.
He first praised their skill, then expressed his confusion about why such powerful individuals would join a small department like Tai Chi. He then revealed that a few days prior, a female martial artist using Tai Chi techniques strikingly similar to the essence of Chen and Yang family styles had defeated seven members of the boxing Department. He emphasized that Chen and Yang Tai Chi were traditionally taught only within the family, implying a betrayal or a rogue practitioner.
Tan Lin suggested this mysterious female expert must be a student at their college but hidden in another department, and proposed they "cooperate" in finding her. Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue were immediately suspicious of Tan Lin's motives but agreed that if such a master existed, they must find her to protect Tai Chi's tradition.
Tan Lin later provided them with a filtered list of over a hundred female students whose physical characteristics matched the description of the mysterious Tai Chi practitioner, challenging them to narrow down the search. He implied that finding this person was a matter of Tai Chi's integrity, even suggesting that one of the four prominent Tai Chi families might have leaked their secrets, aiming to sow discord. Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue took the list, agreeing to search separately.
Guided by Tan Lin's manipulative information, Yang Ningxue and Chen Bing began their zealous search for the supposed rogue female Tai Chi master. This led Chen Bing to the Liubo College swimming pool, where he caused a disturbance by challenging a female student, which then led to an altercation with the Liubo College students and staff.
Yang Ningxue arrived to confront Chen Bing about his methods, asserting that he was merely using the search as an excuse to ogle women, though Chen Bing defended his actions as a method to observe muscle dynamics for identifying Tai Chi practitioners. The situation escalated until Wei Chu, as the Student President, intervened to de-escalate the conflict.
He calmly told Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue that Tan Lin's story about a "mysterious female Tai Chi master" was a ploy by the boxing Department to create division and embarrass the Tai Chi system, warning them that their unchecked actions would turn the entire school against their department. Wei Chu stressed that their priority should be the revitalization of the Tai Chi system.
To atone for their misbehavior and to appease Zhan Xin of Liubo College, Wei Chu instructed Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue to clean the entire swimming pool for a day. Meanwhile, Xiao Xiao, Feng Piaopiao’s friend, visited Bai Haiyang in the hospital. She confessed that she was the one who rushed him to the hospital after he collapsed in the cafeteria.
With clear affection, she introduced herself as Xiao Xiao, a freshman from the department of painting and calligraphy, and presented him with a homemade chicken soup, elaborating on the ingredients and the effort she put into secretly making it after dormitory lights-out. Despite her attempts to feed him, Bai Haiyang politely insisted on doing it himself, though he appreciated her gesture.
Later, Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue were on their way to clean the swimming pool, as instructed by Wei Chu. Chen Bing, pausing to admire art in the department of painting and calligraphy, noticed a painting with brushstrokes that clearly exhibited Tai Chi principles, "Yin and Yang live together," "With softness." He deduced that the artist must practice Tai Chi.
Upon seeing the artist's surname "Feng" on the painting, he suggested they investigate, but Yang Ningxue reminded him of their punishment and they continued to the swimming pool. The "Lady Shang Xiang" and "Shang Xiang Gentleman" elections were ongoing. Xiao Xiao informed Feng Piaopiao that she was in second place, just twenty votes behind Jin Rou.
Xiao Xiao also expressed her bewilderment at Wei Chu consistently holding the top spot for "Shang Xiang Gentleman" despite having been on a year-long leave of absence, noting his enduring popularity. Feng Piaopiao, however, seemed exasperated by the mention of Wei Chu. Upon learning that Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue were now investigating Feng Piaopiao, Wei Chu hurried to the department of painting and calligraphy.
He gained permission from Teacher Kong to audit a class, impressing the teacher with his apparent studiousness. He then strategically swapped seats to sit next to Feng Piaopiao, telling her they needed to clear her name as Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue were on their way to question her. He explained that to eliminate their suspicion, she needed to appear utterly weak and harmless.
Wei Chu devised a plan: after class, amidst the crowd, he would intentionally trip her, promising to ensure she wouldn't get hurt, so she could convincingly feign fragility. Unbeknownst to them, Jin Rou and Ai Jia were also observing Feng Piaopiao, seemingly plotting something.
Episode 4 Recap
Wei Chu approached Feng Piaopiao, observing that Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue were likely watching them. He proposed a plan: he would intentionally trip her, and she should feign weakness, holding his hand, to dispel their suspicions. He assured her he would ensure she didn’t get hurt and stressed the importance of appearing genuinely frail. However, before Wei Chu could execute his plan, a senior schoolmate from the department of painting and calligraphy, driven by jealousy, tripped Feng Piaopiao.
Feng Piaopiao fell unexpectedly, her mind racing with confusion as the events unfolded differently than planned. Wei Chu, startled by the sudden interference, swiftly stepped forward, shielding her from the fall. She landed in his arms, her hand hurting from the impact. Wei Chu later teased her about "throwing herself into his arms," which greatly embarrassed her.
News of the incident quickly spread online, accompanied by photos of them and rumors that Feng Piaopiao had confessed to Wei Chu and been rejected. Back in her dorm, Feng Piaopiao fumed over Wei Chu's teasing and the uncontrollable public narrative. Her friend Xiao Xiao then informed her that the incident had propelled her to first place on the Lady Shang Xiang ranking with 498 votes, a position Feng Piaopiao declared she didn't care about.
Meanwhile, Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue observed Feng Piaopiao's apparent frailty, agreeing that she seemed unlikely to be the Tai Chi master they sought. Wei Chu later confirmed to Feng Piaopiao that their suspicions about her had been alleviated. However, other students like Jin Rou and Aijia suspected foul play in the voting, openly accusing Feng Piaopiao of seducing Wei Chu in public and calling her "shameless."
Later, while passing a campus bulletin board, Feng Piaopiao, still angry at Wei Chu, decided on a prank. She took out a pen and drew a large turtle on Wei Chu’s portrait, believing no one was around. Unbeknownst to her, Wei Chu was in the monitoring room, watching her every move on screen. Just as she finished, Jin Rou and Aijia approached.
Jin Rou reacted with outrage at the defaced portrait of "her Achu," but quickly composed herself when Wei Chu himself arrived. Wei Chu, to their surprise, complimented the drawing, saying it was "not bad." He then subtly dismissed Jin Rou and Aijia before calling out Feng Piaopiao from her hiding spot behind the bulletin board, remarking that he had "seen many pillars with legs" beneath them.
Feng Piaopiao tried to explain it away with a convoluted story about sudden artistic inspiration and face blindness. Wei Chu merely smiled, advised her to observe her surroundings more carefully next time she planned mischief, tore down the poster, and walked away. Wei Chu's investigation using surveillance footage revealed that the person who poisoned Bai Haiyang was from the boxing Department.
He confronted Tan Lin and other members of the boxing Department, presenting clear video evidence showing two of their members, Liu Rusong and Li Wenbo, adding powder to Bai Haiyang's meal. When Tan Lin demanded to know Wei Chu’s intentions, Wei Chu stated that he would ask the principal for leniency if they promised to cease bothering Bai Haiyang and the Tai Chi system.
The principal, having reviewed the surveillance, issued a decision: Liu Rusong and Li Wenbo were placed on probation, and he urged all students to foster good relationships. Shortly after being discharged from the hospital, Bai Haiyang went to find Wei Chu, thanking him for his help and expressing a desire to fight alongside him once more, to collectively promote Tai Chi.
This rekindled Wei Chu’s memories of a year and a half ago, when he, Bai Haiyang, Yang Ningxue, and Chen Bing were ambushed by Fangji. Though Wei Chu defeated Fangji, he was struck by the insidious eight Qi Palm, which resulted in the loss of his martial arts abilities. Doctor Chen later confirmed that Wei Chu's physical condition had barely improved since his last treatment, attributing his prolonged state to constant worry over the Tai Chi system.
Wei Chu, however, assured Doctor Chen that he had found a new candidate, and everything would soon be back on track, allowing him to worry less. Doctor Chen expressed his hope that this would indeed be the case. Later, as Feng Piaopiao walked, Wei Chu stopped her to point out her untied shoelace. Annoyed, she asked why he cared, to which he responded that "caring for the old, weak, sick, and disabled is a basic human principle."
This further enraged her, causing her to accidentally kick off a shoe. In the library, Feng Piaopiao overheard Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue addressing Wei Chu as "Senior schoolmate." She immediately suspected that Wei Chu possessed martial arts skills, and likely superior ones, given their respect. She confronted him, demanding the true meaning of "Senior schoolmate." Wei Chu tried to deflect, but Feng Piaopiao pressed him, recalling his earlier "throwing herself into his arms" comment and the online rumors.
She also pointed out how she consistently stumbled around him, then quickly claimed it was due to her underdeveloped cerebellum, not his fault, before accusing him of lying about his martial arts abilities. To test him, Feng Piaopiao challenged Wei Chu to a duel. He attempted to avoid fighting, but as he descended the stairs, Feng Piaopiao delivered a kick, sending him tumbling down and fracturing his kneecap.
Filled with guilt, Feng Piaopiao helped Wei Chu to his private physician, Doctor Chen. Doctor Chen diagnosed a kneecap fracture, estimating a recovery period of at least a year and a half. Noting that this was the first time Wei Chu had brought a girl to him, Doctor Chen subtly emphasized Wei Chu's solitary living arrangements and the difficulties he would face without care, encouraging Feng Piaopiao to take responsibility.
Overwhelmed by guilt, Feng Piaopiao readily promised to take full responsibility. Wei Chu then asked her to add him as a friend for convenience. Doctor Chen then listed Wei Chu's peculiar habits and preferences for Feng Piaopiao: he had extreme cleanliness and obsessive-compulsive tendencies, requiring his home to be spotless, items perfectly arranged, and clothes ironed and folded into squares. He disliked overly ornate things, only ate pears, and abhorred cilantro, garlic, oil, spicy food, and animal offal.
Doctor Chen advised Feng Piaopiao that she would have to be very accommodating. Feng Piaopiao, although questioning the relevance of these details to his leg injury, reiterated her commitment to caring for him.
Episode 5 Recap
Doctor Chen thoroughly explained Wei Chu’s specific habits and preferences to Feng Piaopiao. He mentioned that Wei Chu had always been frail, and this time, his injury was severe, requiring Feng Piaopiao’s diligent care. Doctor Chen detailed Wei Chu’s particularities, including his obsessive-compulsive disorder and a need for a spotless home where everything must be neatly arranged and clothes ironed into perfect squares.
He also stated that Wei Chu disliked anything too fancy, only ate pears, and avoided coriander, garlic, animal viscera, oily, and spicy food. Feng Piaopiao, feeling overwhelmed and like a nanny, questioned if these requirements were related to his leg injury. Doctor Chen simply replied that since she had promised to take care of him, she should do it well.
Wei Chu then added Feng Piaopiao as a phone friend and gave her a door magnetic card, explaining that it was because she had promised to take care of him as an apology. He told her to come cook for him the next morning since she had no classes. Feng Piaopiao wondered how he knew her schedule.
Wei Chu casually added that his refrigerator was empty and she should buy groceries, promising to send her the menu and pay for the ingredients. Though Feng Piaopiao found his demands unrelated to his injury and quite bothersome, she felt responsible for his fractured leg and agreed to everything. Wei Chu offered to escort her, but she declined, simply telling him to come early the next day and to be careful.
The next morning, Feng Piaopiao carried a heavy load of groceries to Wei Chu’s place. On her way, she overheard students discussing Wei Chu’s sudden fracture, mentioning he fell down the stairs and Bai Hailyang was just discharged. She quickly hid her face when she saw Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue, who were also headed to Wei Chu’s to play chess with him.
Just after narrowly avoiding them, she encountered Tan Lin, a senior from the boxing Department and Wei Chu’s neighbor. When a Korla fragrant pear fell from her bag, Tan Lin recognized it as Wei Chu’s favorite. Despite Feng Piaopiao’s repeated denials that she was visiting Wei Chu, Tan Lin confidently concluded her destination, stating he lived next door and was aware of Wei Chu’s recent fracture. He then insisted on accompanying her, claiming it was on his way.
Feng Piaopiao quickly walked, but Tan Lin continued to follow, insisting on seeing her safely inside. Unable to use the door magnetic card in front of him, she reluctantly rang the doorbell. Chen Bing opened the door, allowing Tan Lin to finally leave, seeing no further opportunity to intervene. Inside, Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue, who were playing chess with Wei Chu, immediately noticed the large amount of groceries Feng Piaopiao carried.
Wei Chu, upon seeing Feng Piaopiao, questioned why she rang the doorbell when he had given her a magnetic card. This revelation, combined with her presence, led Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue to believe the school rumors about their relationship were true, and they enthusiastically addressed Feng Piaopiao as "Good sister-in-law," apologizing for their previous misunderstandings.
Feng Piaopiao tried to explain that she was there only because of Wei Chu’s leg, but Wei Chu cut her off, stating he was hungry and telling her to go cook. Sensing the situation, Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue, convinced of a romantic connection, quickly took their leave, telling Feng Piaopiao to take good care of Wei Chu, thus solidifying the rumors of their unusual relationship around the school.
As Feng Piaopiao prepared to cook, she questioned Wei Chu about clarifying their relationship to Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue. Wei Chu, however, sarcastically suggested she explain she was the mysterious Tai Chi master who had fractured his leg. This was Feng Piaopiao’s first time cooking, and her "masterpieces" were met with apprehension. She presented dishes with elaborate names like "Vitality-filled, draw a circle to bless you, happy sunny fried eggs" and "Sweet little celery leaves swimming to your heart."
Wei Chu reluctantly tried the minced meat eggplant, which Feng Piaopiao insisted was a "meat sauce eggplant" despite his correction. He deemed it "very good" and offered her a taste. Feng Piaopiao, eager to try her own cooking, spat it out immediately, realizing she had confused soy sauce with vinegar. Her last hope was the "Shiquan Dabu pig's hoof soup," fortified with red dates, ginseng, angelica, and Medlar.
Wei Chu admitted it was "pretty good," but when Feng Piaopiao tried to sample it, he quickly declared the entire bowl was his, teasing her that she made it so delicious he couldn't share. He eventually asked her to store the remaining soup in the refrigerator for the next meal. Later, to pass the time, Feng Piaopiao challenged Wei Chu to a game, confidently stating her prowess.
Wei Chu, intrigued, allowed her three pieces, only to discover she was playing Gomoku. She triumphantly declared herself the winner, calling him her "defeated general." Exasperated, Wei Chu told her to continue cleaning. Feng Piaopiao, unaccustomed to housework, soon accidentally smashed a valuable coral ornament. That evening, as she helped Wei Chu to bed, she stumbled, nearly falling on him, and awkwardly tried to deflect the moment by commenting on the blue bedsheets.
Wei Chu simply dismissed her, and after she left, a faint smile appeared on his face. Back in her dorm, Feng Piaopiao poured out her frustrations to Xiao Xiao, lamenting that she had spent the entire day washing clothes, cooking, and serving Wei Chu "like a horse." She felt like she was constantly in trouble, now owing him even more.
Xiao Xiao initially believed Wei Chu was bullying her but Feng Piaopiao admitted she was repaying him for burning his clothes. When Xiao Xiao suggested they could manage the debt by eating cheap for two months, Feng Piaopiao revealed she had also broken a valuable coral artifact while cleaning, which she could not afford to replace.
Xiao Xiao then speculated whether their constant proximity might lead to romantic feelings, but Feng Piaopiao vehemently denied it, swearing she would never like Wei Chu, whom she considered the "most annoying, most abnormal, and most self-righteous person" in the world. Xiao Xiao then asked about Bai Hailyang, and Feng Piaopiao shared her concern that she hadn't seen him since he was discharged from the hospital and wondered why he wasn't attending classes.
The following morning, Wei Chu called Feng Piaopiao, waking her up and demanding she bring him breakfast. After an initial reluctance, she relented, realizing he was immobile. Upon her arrival, Wei Chu presented her with a calculated bill for all the damages, including the clothes and the broken coral, totaling an astronomical 280,000 yuan. Feng Piaopiao was shocked by the amount.
Wei Chu then offered an alternative: if she would become his disciple and learn Tai Chi, he would deduct 400 yuan from her debt daily. Feng Piaopiao accused him of lying about not knowing martial arts. Despite her skepticism, she agreed to the terms, but insisted she needed her grandfather's permission. Wei Chu promptly demanded she take him to her house immediately, confident he could persuade her grandfather, emphasizing her urgency to repay her debt.
Feng Piaopiao, agreeing, sighed that she would also need to find a car. Feng Piaopiao called Xiao Xiao, who reluctantly agreed to lend her car, but on her way to pick them up, the car got a flat tire. Bai Hailyang happened to be nearby, noticed the flat, and offered to help Xiao Xiao to the infirmary after she stumbled.
Meanwhile, Wei Chu and Feng Piaopiao were being hounded by a large group of campus reporters, seemingly orchestrated by Tan Lin, who had instructed them to photograph the pair. Seeing their predicament, Tan Lin conveniently appeared and offered them a ride. Feng Piaopiao initially gave him the address of her home, No. 408, Dongjiang Road. However, as Tan Lin drove, Feng Piaopiao noticed they were taking an unfamiliar route.
Tan Lin falsely claimed it was a detour due to traffic, assuring her he knew the destination. When Feng Piaopiao questioned the prolonged journey, Tan Lin finally admitted he had "something to discuss" with Wei Chu and was taking them to a different location. He drove them to a remote, abandoned factory where several members of the boxing Department were already waiting.
As Tan Lin opened the car door to invite Wei Chu out, Feng Piaopiao, anticipating trouble, impulsively pushed Tan Lin. This action, which revealed her unexpected strength, caught Tan Lin by surprise, making him realize she had been "deeply hidden." Feng Piaopiao, remembering her grandfather's strict warning against displaying her martial arts in public, inwardly apologized to him but felt compelled to act, especially since Wei Chu's injury was her responsibility.
Episode 6 Recap
Wei Chu instructed Piaopiao from the car as she stepped out, initially hesitant to reveal her Taijiquan skills, remembering her grandfather’s warnings. However, she resolved to fight, knowing Wei Chu’s injury was her responsibility. Tan Lin, recognizing her as the Masked Woman, conceded that his subordinates were no match for her and stepped forward to confront her himself, acknowledging her powerful hidden skills. Piaopiao, in turn, accepted his challenge, declaring she would showcase her abilities.
With Wei Chu’s precise guidance from the sidelines, such as directing her to "lure him into an empty space" and execute "real-to-virtual transformation," Piaopiao quickly overpowered Tan Lin, defeating him in just two minutes and forty seconds. Defeated but unyielding, Tan Lin threatened to expose Piaopiao’s identity as the Masked Woman. Wei Chu calmly provided Piaopiao with a brush, which she playfully used to draw on the faces of Tan Lin and his team, taking photos to ensure their silence.
Piaopiao then drove Wei Chu home in Tan Lin's car. On the way, Wei Chu expressed concern about visiting her home unannounced, but Piaopiao assured him her grandfather was welcoming. She attempted to call her grandfather, mentioning she was bringing a friend home, but her phone battery died before she could specify it was a male friend. Upon arrival, Piaopiao worried her grandfather might be upset, but he greeted them warmly, complimenting Wei Chu's handsome appearance.
However, when Wei Chu introduced himself, Feng Bingxing quickly deduced he was the current leader of Wei's Taijiquan. He then discreetly sent Piaopiao away to warm up some braised pork, an excuse to speak with Wei Chu privately. During Piaopiao’s absence, Wei Chu confirmed his identity and hinted at the past connections between their families, noting his grandmother had spoken of Feng Bingxing.
Meanwhile, Piaopiao received a call from Xiao Xiao, who informed her that news had spread about her leaving Wei Chu’s villa, making her the "public enemy" of female students, and that Jin Rou had issued a challenge. Xiao Xiao also recounted how she had met Bai Haiyang when her bicycle tire went flat, and he had chivalrously taken her to the hospital.
She had then feigned interest in learning Taijiquan to get his WeChat, succeeding only after mentioning Piaopiao and Wei Chu’s supposed "scandal." At dinner, Feng Bingxing enthusiastically served Wei Chu, playfully chiding Piaopiao for her lack of cooking skills while revealing that Wei Chu had tasted her cooking. This led Feng Bingxing to assume Wei Chu and Piaopiao were romantically involved, an assumption Piaopiao vehemently denied, though Wei Chu’s further explanation only fueled the misunderstanding.
Piaopiao offered to do the dishes, but Feng Bingxing, deeming Wei Chu a guest and injured, insisted that Wei Chu should not perform such tasks. Piaopiao then took responsibility, clearing the table and urging Wei Chu and her grandfather to move to the living room to talk. Feng Bingxing informed Piaopiao upon her return that he had agreed to her apprenticeship under Wei Chu.
Despite Piaopiao’s initial reluctance, Feng Bingxing emphasized the immense opportunity to learn the true essence of Wei family Taijiquan from its leader. Piaopiao, out of filial respect, performed a formal apprenticeship ceremony, reading a traditional letter of discipleship. After the ceremony, Wei Chu explained that this was a simplified version, as his decision to take on a disciple was made suddenly and on his own.
He promised a more formal ceremony when the time was right and requested that both Feng Bingxing and Piaopiao keep the apprenticeship a secret for now. Piaopiao, still expressing her feigned reluctance, asserted she was only doing it to honor her grandfather. Feng Bingxing then invited Wei Chu to stay the night, eager to share stories about Piaopiao’s childhood.
He showed Wei Chu treasured items, including a silver lock from Piaopiao’s parents, who he clarified were working abroad (a misunderstanding Wei Chu had), and childhood photos. Feng Bingxing recounted how Piaopiao's beauty led to her being bullied, prompting him to teach her Taijiquan. Afterward, she became the one doing the bullying, with other parents frequently complaining about her actions. Wei Chu chuckled, recognizing her fierce spirit. Piaopiao, embarrassed, interrupted her grandfather and urged him to go to bed.
Later, Piaopiao, after some internal debate, offered her bedroom to Wei Chu due to his injury, reminding him to take off his shoes. As she left, Wei Chu mused to himself, wondering when she would truly understand his intentions. The next morning, Piaopiao woke up with a stiff neck from sleeping on the sofa and asked "Grandpa" for a massage, only to discover it was Wei Chu. He had been up since seven, helping her grandfather make breakfast.
Feng Bingxing playfully scolded Piaopiao for sleeping late. Piaopiao and Wei Chu then said their goodbyes to Feng Bingxing. Wei Chu instructed Piaopiao to park Tan Lin's car in an illegal parking zone near the school, claiming the car had found its "home." Piaopiao echoed his words, and shortly after they left, a police officer ticketed the car. Meanwhile, Tan Lin, furious over his failed plan, received an anonymous call from someone claiming to be "The Sect Leader."
The caller mocked Tan Lin for his inability to defeat even an injured Wei Chu, questioning his competence. Tan Lin argued he at least made an attempt. The Sect Leader, reminding Tan Lin of their shared, deep-seated hatred for the Taiji lineage, declared he had his own plans and would not give up, vowing to reclaim what was his.
Episode 7 Recap
The episode opens with a shadowy figure declaring his role as "sect leader" and warning someone to be careful with their words, emphasizing that deep-seated hatred for the Tai Chi lineage is not exclusive to one person. He states his own plans are in motion and that what belongs to him will eventually be reclaimed.
Meanwhile, Feng Piaopiao, having recently become Wei Chu's apprentice, attempts to use her new status to shirk household duties, questioning if her daily payment includes chores. Wei Chu, however, firmly reminds her that masters do not do their own housework and challenges her to terminate their half-employment relationship if she wishes. Piaopiao, despite her complaints, continues to cook and clean.
She proudly serves Wei Chu pig trotters soup, which she made a large pot of, as he had supposedly enjoyed it before. Wei Chu, clearly struggling with the taste, still endures it. He then instructs her to return to his house early that evening, offering to help her prepare for her upcoming final exams. When Piaopiao initially tries to refuse, Wei Chu threatens to tell her grandfather about her outstanding debt, leaving her with no choice but to comply.
After Piaopiao leaves, Wei Chu immediately orders takeout. Later that day, Mr. Kong announces to the class that Feng Piaopiao’s grandfather’s painting, "Night Homecoming," has been selected for the Sino-Japanese cultural painting and calligraphy exhibition, where it will represent CMFU. Piaopiao attends the exhibition and meets Yueshanxun, a Japanese exchange student. Yueshanxun, impressed by her work, praises her deep artistic skill for someone her age, and they bond over ancient Chinese poetry.
While Piaopiao enjoys the conversation, Wei Chu tries to call her, growing increasingly worried about her prolonged absence. Despite her enjoyable exchange with Yueshanxun, Piaopiao eventually bids him farewell and rushes back to Wei Chu’s house. Upon her late arrival, Piaopiao finds Wei Chu in the kitchen, having prepared a bowl of noodles. As he moves around, fetching items like pepper and water, Piaopiao notices his leg is perfectly fine.
The realization dawns on her that Wei Chu and his private doctor orchestrated an elaborate deception. Furious, she throws her chopsticks down, declares she will pay back all her debt, and storms out, returning to her dorm while internally calling Wei Chu a "bastard" for lying to her and forcing her to care for him. Talking to her friend Xiao Xiao, Piaopiao laments her outburst, regretting her promise to repay the substantial debt.
Shortly after Piaopiao returns to her dorm, Wei Chu calls, offering to tutor her as compensation for his deceit. Though Piaopiao initially rejects his offer, she suddenly hears sounds of a struggle from his end of the phone, immediately realizing he is under attack. Dropping her phone, she rushes back to his house. Coincidentally, Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue are passing by Wei Chu's house and, hearing the commotion, intervene.
The black-clad assailant, unable to fight off all three, quickly flees. Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue chase the attacker but lose him, though they do recover a hairpin left behind at the scene. Wei Chu, noting the attacker's experienced combat skills and the tight security around his home, deduces that the assailant was well-prepared and likely evaded all surveillance. Simultaneously, Bai Haiyang calls Wei Chu, revealing that his own home was also ransacked.
Both men suspect the attacker was searching for a specific item. When Piaopiao finally arrives at Wei Chu's house, the attack is over. To prevent her from worrying, Wei Chu dismisses the incident as merely "a mouse." Piaopiao is skeptical, but Yang Ningxue and Chen Bing, misinterpreting the situation, quickly depart, leaving Piaopiao and Wei Chu alone. Piaopiao confronts Wei Chu about his fake injury, but he counters that it is an apprentice's duty to care for her master.
She expresses her anger at being manipulated, but then notices his pale face and helps him to rest. Wei Chu insists she should go home, but Piaopiao is determined to stay and care for him. Distracted, she is startled when he asks if she sees something on his face. Piaopiao then screams, having spotted what she believes is a cockroach, clinging to Wei Chu. He identifies it as a double-fork rhinoceros beetle and dismisses her fear.
Piaopiao states her intention to return to her dorm to study for her exams, but Wei Chu convinces her to stay, offering his extensive collection of books and study materials. Wei Chu, observing Piaopiao’s inefficient study habits, provides her with two of his own books, pre-highlighted with key information. He assures her that art, like Tai Chi, has core principles, and her exams will focus on these areas.
Piaopiao, surprised and somewhat skeptical of his ability to predict exam questions for a different department, reluctantly accepts his guidance. The next day, during the exam, students complain about the difficulty, but Piaopiao is amazed to find that every question matches the highlights Wei Chu had provided. She easily passes, much to Xiao Xiao's dismay. Xiao Xiao, failing her own exam, teases Piaopiao about having spent the previous night "reviewing" at Wei Chu's house.
Following the exams, Mr. Kong formally introduces the new exchange student, Yueshanxun, to the class. He highlights Yueshanxun's background from a distinguished Japanese family of painting and calligraphy and his award-winning painting, "Lady Reading by the Window." Mr. Kong then tasks Piaopiao with showing Yueshanxun around the campus and sharing traditional Chinese culture. Yueshanxun expresses his delight at seeing Piaopiao again, revealing he specifically chose to transfer to her class as a surprise, considering her his first Chinese friend.
They arrange to meet in two days for the campus tour. Later, Wei Chu presents Piaopiao with a rigorous Tai Chi training schedule, carefully designed to fit around her academic timetable. Piaopiao is horrified by the demanding physical regimen, which includes running 30 kilometers in two hours, along with numerous push-ups, sit-ups, and pull-ups.
Wei Chu, determined to instill discipline, changes her phone ringtone to a stern reminder: "Hard Training, Wei Chu," threatening her with extra laps if she dares to delete it. To motivate her, he offers a significant incentive: completing all six physical training items will reduce her debt to him by half. Piaopiao, enticed by the offer, reluctantly agrees to the "deal." The following morning, Wei Chu wakes her at 5 AM, reiterating the exact time they had agreed upon. He chides her for being late, reminding her of his role as her master and his responsibility to her training, before commencing her intense workout with the mandated 30-kilometer run.
Episode 8 Recap
Piaopiao was fifteen minutes late for her first day of training with Wei Chu, struggling to adapt to the early start. Wei Chu, despite stating that the initial intensity shouldn't be too high, challenged her to run thirty kilometers in two hours, supervising her on a balance bike. Piaopiao, exhausted and frustrated, called him "Wei Bastard" and questioned the impossible task, but Wei Chu simply dismissed her being late and told her to proceed.
Even after running twenty kilometers in over two hours, she refused to continue. Wei Chu remained firm, emphasizing that rules were rules, and instructed her to change and prepare for more training. Piaopiao attempted to skip the rest of her training, explaining to Wei Chu that she had a task from Teacher Kong to show the new Japanese exchange student, Yueshanxun, around campus. She described Yueshanxun as a handsome and talented artist, much like a character from a Japanese comic.
Hearing this, Wei Chu, citing Piaopiao's poor physical fitness, forbade her from going and, using his authority as Student Union President, reassigned the task to someone else. He then took her to the back mountain for more rigorous exercises, including "zhan zhuang" (standing stake), which Piaopiao found incredibly demanding after her run. Wei Chu reminded her of his philosophy about stability and resilience, which Piaopiao still remembered.
She complained that his training was "hellish" compared to the fun she had with her Grandpa Feng. Wei Chu countered that while her grandfather was a good learner, he wasn't the best teacher if she aimed to compete in the Martial Arts Conference. Piaopiao grew defensive about her grandpa, leading Wei Chu to tell her she didn't need to come for training the next day and could train with her grandfather instead.
Later, in class, Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao discussed their recent art history exam scores. Piaopiao scored high, which Xiao Xiao attributed to Wei Chu's tutoring. Piaopiao internally acknowledged Wei Chu's effective study methods. As she left to continue her training, which she referred to as "paying a debt," she encountered Yueshanxun, who was looking for a place to sketch.
Piaopiao, feeling a prior obligation, apologized for forgetting an earlier arrangement and, despite her own discomfort from training, kindly led him to Crescent Bay, a scenic spot for sketching. Arriving late at Wei Chu's training location, Piaopiao discovered Jin Rou, a senior schoolmate from the department of painting and calligraphy who harbored a crush on Wei Chu, trying to confess her feelings.
Wei Chu, holding a hairpin, confronted Jin Rou, who admitted the hairpin was hers and that she had been lingering near his villa to confess. Wei Chu politely but firmly dismissed her. After Jin Rou left, Piaopiao emerged from hiding, explaining she thought it was better to wait.
Wei Chu apologized for his earlier harsh words about her grandpa and expressed his commitment to teaching her the best, believing it was her grandfather's wish for her to become a true Tai Chi master. During a break, as Wei Chu meditated, Piaopiao found herself mesmerized by his handsome features. Startled when he caught her staring, she awkwardly ran off. Distracted, she accidentally bumped into Jin Rou, causing her to fall.
Aijia, another senior schoolmate, aggressively demanded an apology from Piaopiao and accused her of being flirtatious with Yueshanxun. Yueshanxun, witnessing the scene, intervened and defended Piaopiao, reminding Aijia that pushing someone down the stairs constituted intentional harm. Piaopiao, trying to calm the situation, apologized to Jin Rou. Yueshanxun checked on Piaopiao, and their close encounter left him visibly smitten. He later approached Piaopiao for help understanding ancient Chinese texts in his "History of Chinese Art" course.
Piaopiao readily offered her assistance, and Yueshanxun, finding her kind and lovely, implied he would seek her help often during his three-month stay. Campus gossip exploded online, with photos of Piaopiao and Yueshanxun, along with pictures of Wei Chu's rigorous training. Piaopiao was accused of two-timing and Wei Chu of domestic abuse, making her the public enemy of many female students.
Xiao Xiao, concerned, showed Piaopiao the hateful comments and suggested she end her association with Wei Chu to curb the rumors. Piaopiao was visibly upset by the accusations. Meanwhile, Bai Haiyang, also aware of the escalating situation, contacted Wei Chu, sending him links to the news articles. Bai Haiyang expressed concern for Piaopiao's reputation and urged Wei Chu to distance himself from her if he didn't like her.
Wei Chu, however, asserted he would handle the matter on his own terms. Defying public opinion, Wei Chu arrived at Piaopiao's dormitory building to meet her. As Piaopiao came downstairs, Yueshanxun also appeared. In a decisive move, Wei Chu pulled Piaopiao into an embrace, a clear display of affection for Yueshanxun to witness. Piaopiao then made an excuse to Yueshanxun, promising to see him another day, and left with Wei Chu.
Yueshanxun, watching them walk away, declared in Japanese that he would never give up. As the winter break began, Piaopiao intensified her training under Wei Chu's demanding guidance. On New Year's Eve, while Piaopiao was making dumplings with Grandpa Feng, Wei Chu unexpectedly arrived. Piaopiao playfully called him "Wei pig" before formally greeting him as "Head Guard." Grandpa Feng warmly welcomed Wei Chu, offering him dumplings and asking him to help Piaopiao with traditional New Year decorations.
Wei Chu explained he came to visit since he was alone for the holiday. During dinner, Wei Chu formally proposed that Piaopiao participate in the upcoming National Martial Arts Conference. Grandpa Feng, despite initial reservations about the high-level competition, fully supported the idea, especially with Wei Chu's assurance of Piaopiao's talent and his commitment to her training.
Piaopiao, though jokingly complaining that Wei Chu forced her, was encouraged by her grandpa, who asserted that her persistence in training was a sign of genuine passion. The three celebrated the New Year together. Later, Yueshanxun, who was unable to return home, sent Piaopiao a New Year's greeting and expressed his loneliness, asking her to hang out after the holiday.
Piaopiao happily agreed, promising to include him when she and Xiao Xiao went out, even neglecting to reply to Wei Chu's messages due to her excitement. Seeing Piaopiao's overwhelming joy, Wei Chu became visibly jealous and furious. True to her word, Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao brought Yueshanxun to a local temple fair, explaining he likely hadn't experienced such a festive event.
At the fair, Yueshanxun shared that the atmosphere reminded him of his hometown and the time he spent there with his mother, who had passed away two years prior. Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao, sympathizing, suggested they light fireworks to make his New Year's joyful, and the three friends shared a pleasant evening.
Episode 9 Recap
During the winter break, Feng Piaopiao diligently continued her training under Wei Chu's guidance. On New Year's Eve, Wei Chu unexpectedly joined Feng Piaopiao and her grandfather for a joyful celebration, where Wei Chu proposed Feng Piaopiao's participation in the upcoming martial arts competition, receiving her grandfather's full support for continued training. Yueshanxun, who could not return home for the New Year, sent Feng Piaopiao a New Year's message.
Her cheerful text exchange with Yueshanxun, neglecting Wei Chu's messages, sparked Wei Chu's jealousy. Later, to cheer up Yueshanxun, Feng Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao took him to a temple fair and lit fireworks, spending a pleasant evening together. These interactions fueled campus gossip, which, after the winter break, escalated into widespread rumors about Feng Piaopiao two-timing Wei Chu and Yueshanxun. People even put bugs in Feng Piaopiao's books, leaving her constantly on edge.
Her friend, Xiao Xiao, couldn't stand the escalating bullying and spoke up for her, but Feng Piaopiao chose to endure it to maintain her ladylike image. Back in their dorm, Xiao Xiao asked Feng Piaopiao to help clean, remarking, "If you don't clean up, you will sleep in the street at night." Later, in the cafeteria, as students gossiped, Xiao Xiao expressed her frustration, asking, "Are you going too far like this?"
Feng Piaopiao admitted she couldn't continue this way but was unsure what to do. Xiao Xiao blamed Wei Chu, suggesting Yueshanxun was a better option. Feng Piaopiao quickly clarified, "Yueshanxun and I are just friends," worried about more scandals. She also fretted that if the truth about her admission paintings being fake was discovered, she would be expelled.
Meanwhile, Chen Bing informed Wei Chu that Tan Lin's original surname was Fang and that he frequently visited Fangji's old residence, suspecting a connection to Baqimen. Wei Chu, acknowledging the danger involved with Baqimen, decided to take over the investigation himself. He instructed Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue to cease their inquiries and instead focus on their primary task: revitalizing the Tai Chi system alongside Bai Haiyang.
Separately, a mysterious individual met with Tan Lin, revealing that Feng Piaopiao's two enrollment paintings were not her original works, a piece of information Tan Lin found "interesting," indicating he knew how to proceed. Wei Chu, missing Feng Piaopiao, called her to his house under the pretense of needing her to cook for him. Feng Piaopiao’s cooking, however, proved to be "dark cuisine." After just one spoonful of her soup, Wei Chu collapsed due to stomach discomfort.
Feng Piaopiao, ever helpful, insisted on making him ginger sugar water to "warm his body." She then proceeded to create a bizarre concoction, adding an excessive amount of ginger along with chrysanthemums, red dates, and other strange ingredients. She affectionately named it "The invincible love of the universe is so delicious that it explodes Brown sugar soup." Despite Wei Chu's attempts to defer drinking it until the next day, Feng Piaopiao threatened to freeze outside if he didn't.
He forced himself to take a sip, struggling to say it was "delicious," then claimed he would take it to his room to drink slowly, much to Feng Piaopiao's delight. She even offered to bring him the rest of the pot. Left alone, Wei Chu pondered the strange mix of "chrysanthemum for dispelling fire" and "ginger soup for dispelling cold," wondering what exactly the remedy was for, and how spicy it was.
Early the next morning, Jin Rou, on her way to Wei Chu's house, saw Feng Piaopiao stretching upstairs and quickly left. Later, Jin Rou and Aijia intercepted Xiao Xiao, warning her to stay away from Feng Piaopiao, claiming she was "seducing Wei Chu everywhere in the school." When Xiao Xiao tried to leave, they pushed her. Luckily, Bai Haiyang happened to pass by and caught Xiao Xiao, preventing her fall.
He sternly told Jin Rou and Aijia, "I don't want this to happen again." Xiao Xiao thanked him, but Bai Haiyang's casual remark that "anyone will help" in such a situation deflated her. Under Jin Rou's influence, Aijia continued to harass Feng Piaopiao by having classmates steal her swimsuit before a swimming class.
Yueshanxun discovered the two girls with the swimsuit and reproached them for spreading rumors and causing trouble, reminding them that Feng Piaopiao was a kind-hearted girl and his good friend. Wei Chu then arrived, took the swimsuit from the girls, and told Yueshanxun he would deliver it himself. Feng Piaopiao, attempting to skip class due to the missing swimsuit, bumped into Wei Chu outside, who handed her the bag without a word.
During roll call, Feng Piaopiao arrived just in time, explaining her tardiness by saying her friend found her lost swimsuit. Soon after, Wei Chu sent her a text message, revealing that Aijia was behind the theft. Feng Piaopiao, having reached her breaking point, confronted Aijia, warning her not to engage in such "little tricks behind her back" again and pushing her into the swimming pool as a deterrent.
This assertive action proved effective; not long after, Aijia publicly apologized to Feng Piaopiao in the newspaper, admitting her "stupid behavior." Xiao Xiao showed Feng Piaopiao the apology, remarking, "It seems that you scared her so much, still a little useful." Wei Chu, concerned about Yueshanxun's increasing closeness to Feng Piaopiao, sought advice from Bai Haiyang. Bai Haiyang, recognizing Wei Chu's true feelings, admitted he lacked experience in such matters and called Chen Bing for help.
Chen Bing immediately identified Wei Chu's "unease" and "hesitation" as jealousy. He advised Wei Chu to "seize the time" and "showcase his excellent qualities" to win Feng Piaopiao's heart. Wei Chu, though denying he was jealous and calling Chen Bing childish, secretly resolved to follow the advice. Later, during a Go lesson for exchange students from the Department of Painting and Calligraphy, Wei Chu, who was teaching, became distracted by Feng Piaopiao and Yueshanxun standing together.
Yueshanxun openly challenged Wei Chu's explanation of Go, suggesting that cultivating one's mind and nature, being "clumsy as a fool," and using "static brake" were paramount, referring to it as "chess character." Wei Chu countered that the true "way of Go" required five elements – "Art, character, principles, rules, and etiquette" – to be truly complete. The discussion was tense. After class, Jin Rou seized the opportunity to publicly question Wei Chu about his relationship with Feng Piaopiao. Wei Chu initially avoided the question but, pressed further, vaguely stated that "our relationship is more special than you think."
Episode 10 Recap
During a Go class, Jin Rou openly questions Wei Chu about his relationship with Feng Piaopiao. Wei Chu deflects by saying he only answers academic questions but then states their relationship is "more special than everyone imagined," which only fuels Jin Rou's resentment. Jin Rou privately vows to drive Feng Piaopiao out of the Department of Painting and Calligraphy. After class, Wei Chu intentionally bikes Feng Piaopiao across campus, intending to dispel rumors.
As they leave, Jin Rou watches, her resolve hardened to expel Feng Piaopiao from the Department of Painting and Calligraphy. Wei Chu takes Feng Piaopiao to a swimming pool for training, explaining that swimming is an excellent aerobic exercise that will help her training. Despite Feng Piaopiao's admission of not knowing how to swim, Wei Chu sees it as a perfect chance to learn from scratch, offering to reimburse her for a swimsuit.
Once they are the only ones remaining in the pool, Wei Chu playfully pushes a reluctant Feng Piaopiao into the water. He attempts to connect swimming to Tai Chi, emphasizing its balance and harmony, but their initial training soon transforms into lighthearted play. Xiao Xiao visits the Tai Chi department to give Bai Haiyang a homemade lunchbox. Bai Haiyang is not there, so Chen Bing volunteers to deliver it.
Bai Haiyang later receives the lunchbox, accompanied by a note from Chen Bing. He understands Xiao Xiao's feelings but gently declines her affections, explaining that his sole focus is on revitalizing the Tai Chi system, leaving no room in his heart for a relationship at the moment. Tan Lin, leveraging Jin Rou's jealousy, suggests a plan to ruin Feng Piaopiao's reputation and ensure her expulsion from CMFU College. He emphasizes that this is Jin Rou's prime opportunity.
Following his advice, Jin Rou immediately reports the matter of Feng Piaopiao's fraudulent painting to Mr. Kong. Three days later, during an art appraisal class, Jin Rou openly accuses Feng Piaopiao of using a stolen painting for admission. With Aijia's support, Jin Rou presents Feng Piaopiao's high school artwork, pointing out the significant disparity in skill. Aijia further suggests checking Feng Piaopiao's family for any acclaimed artists.
Despite Xiao Xiao's attempts to defend her, Feng Piaopiao ultimately admits to Mr. Kong that the painting was not hers. Jin Rou, backed by many students, demands Feng Piaopiao's immediate expulsion, citing severe violation of school regulations and taking a spot from a more deserving student. Faced with the truth, Feng Piaopiao chooses to reveal the full story.
She explains that she mistakenly brought her grandfather's painting instead of her own on the chaotic first day of school and only realized her error at the exhibition. Apologizing sincerely, she pleads with Mr. Kong for an opportunity to prove her rightful place in the school through her own artistic merit. Just then, Wei Chu arrives, supporting Feng Piaopiao's request.
He proposes a challenge: in two weeks, at the Shangxiang painting exhibition, Feng Piaopiao will publicly create a painting to demonstrate her skills to everyone, serving as a decisive test of her eligibility. Mr. Kong accepts this proposal. Although the immediate crisis passes, Feng Piaopiao is overwhelmed by the daunting prospect of painting publicly in two weeks and breaks down crying, expressing her lack of confidence. Wei Chu comforts her, pulling her into a hug.
He reassures her that her "bluff" bought them valuable time and offers to teach her how to paint, becoming her teacher. Later, Yueshanxun, having heard the news, seeks out Feng Piaopiao. He expresses his unwavering belief in her, emphasizing their friendship, and tells her he wants to see her smile. To cheer her up, he playfully mimics her movements, finally bringing a smile back to Feng Piaopiao's face.
In the library, Xiao Xiao struggles to reach a book, and Bai Haiyang kindly assists her. She tries to engage him further, claiming she also needs to study and asking to walk with him. However, Bai Haiyang reiterates his unwavering dedication to revitalizing the Tai Chi system, stating plainly that his heart currently has no room for anyone else, before leaving. Later, Feng Piaopiao finds Xiao Xiao feeling dejected, trying on lipstick and experimenting with cooking.
Xiao Xiao tearfully asks Feng Piaopiao if she is unattractive, revealing that Bai Haiyang rejected her. Feng Piaopiao reassures her friend's beauty but playfully chides her for being so focused on Bai Haiyang that she forgets about her. Xiao Xiao then spots a Tai Chi painting on Feng Piaopiao's hoodie and speculates if Wei Chu created it, which Feng Piaopiao quickly denies.
Yueshanxun encounters Feng Piaopiao in the library, where she is looking for reference books like "Zixia Yizhuan" and "Jingfang Yizhuan" for her "I Ching" elective. Yueshanxun happens to have one of the books and a painting album, which he offers to share, and they decide to study together. Wei Chu, who is also in the library, witnesses this interaction, and his anxiety resurfaces. He recalls Chen Bing's advice to actively showcase his best qualities to win Feng Piaopiao's affection.
Driven by this, Wei Chu retrieves a previously stained shirt of Feng Piaopiao's. He has artfully transformed it by adding an exquisite Tai Chi painting, turning the damaged garment into a unique piece. He then presents the shirt to Feng Piaopiao, who is greatly impressed by the artwork. Following this, Wei Chu offers to teach her how to paint, an offer she joyfully accepts, calling him "Shifu." Meanwhile, Tan Lin meticulously advances his elaborate scheme.
He sends an email to his "Shishu" overseas, urging his return to China. Secretly, Tan Lin plans to eliminate his Shishu after Wei Chu, intending to design a plan for Feng Piaopiao to deal with him, thereby achieving a "killing two birds with one stone" outcome. He confidently muses that the "mysterious female master Feng Piaopiao" hidden behind Wei Chu will be enough to cause his Shishu great suffering, hinting at even grander surprises to come.
Recognizing Feng Piaopiao's immense pressure regarding the upcoming exhibition, Wei Chu diligently teaches her painting techniques while also providing emotional support. Under his careful guidance, Feng Piaopiao's drawing skills rapidly improve, quickly surpassing those of her peers. Wei Chu identifies her primary challenge as a mental block, realizing she doesn't know what she truly wants to express. He then draws a parallel between painting and Tai Chi, emphasizing the importance of balance, inner calm, and expressing from the heart.
He encourages her to "feel it with your heart" and embrace a broad understanding, urging her to develop her unique style rather than imitating her grandfather. This advice profoundly enlightens Feng Piaopiao. Meanwhile, Xiao Xiao observes Feng Piaopiao and Wei Chu's growing closeness with apprehension, concerned that Wei Chu's consistent bad luck might negatively affect Feng Piaopiao's own fortune.
On the eve of the art exhibition, Xiao Xiao asks Feng Piaopiao about her preparations, and Feng Piaopiao confidently states she is well-prepared, joking that Wei Chu must be an excellent teacher. Jin Rou, continuing her malicious efforts, instructs Aijia to dump a substantial pile of exhibition materials onto Feng Piaopiao, tasking her with organizing and distributing them.
When Xiao Xiao protests that this is Jin Rou's responsibility, Aijia retorts that Feng Piaopiao should compensate the department for her fraudulent admission, which has brought shame to the college. Feng Piaopiao intervenes, stopping Xiao Xiao from further argument. She then directly confronts Jin Rou, questioning why Jin Rou delegates her own work to others and relies on her friends for defense, sarcastically suggesting that Jin Rou is truly a "model lady."
Episode 11 Recap
Piaopiao, no longer constrained by the pretense of being a lady, immediately pushed aside the stack of documents Aijia had given her for the upcoming painting exhibition. She publicly denounced Jin Rou's underhanded tactics, a display of assertiveness that even Wei Chu, secretly listening from outside the classroom, approved of. However, after the other students left, Piaopiao, practicing her drawing alone, still showed signs of severe self-doubt.
Observing this, Wei Chu gently held her hand, guiding her brush strokes and instructing her to infuse the internal strength of Tai Chi into her artwork. He reminded her that her years of martial arts training meant this inner strength lay dormant within her, waiting to be awakened and channeled into her painting, helping her recapture a particular feeling from a past practice. Under his tutelage, Piaopiao's painting surprisingly bore a strong resemblance to her grandfather's, greatly easing her anxieties.
At the art exhibition, Piaopiao concentrated intently as she painted in public, applying the techniques Wei Chu had taught her. Unexpectedly, her painting table, whose leg had been deliberately weakened by Aijia beforehand, suddenly collapsed, spilling ink everywhere and ruining her artwork. Aijia, reveling in the misfortune, suggested Piaopiao couldn't truly paint and was merely seeking sympathy. Jin Rou, feigning concern, added that with the ink spilled, Piaopiao surely couldn't continue.
Mr. Kong, however, encouraged Piaopiao, reminding her that confidence stemmed from and strengthened her ability, and giving up now would guarantee failure. Though Xiao Xiao offered to get a new table, Piaopiao, inspired by Wei Chu's encouraging gaze, declined. She declared her intent to continue, kneeling on the floor to cleverly incorporate the ink stain into a profound Tai Chi diagram. Her artistic skill earned universal acclaim from the teachers and students present, securing her place in the school.
Overcome with emotion, Piaopiao sincerely apologized to everyone. She then expressed deep gratitude to Wei Chu for his unwavering encouragement and support, admitting that she had been unhappy hiding behind the "lady" title, constantly fearing exposure of her true self. She concluded by promising to prove her capabilities through her own strength, beyond any title, if allowed to remain at the school. As the crowd applauded, Piaopiao smiled at Wei Chu.
To celebrate her success at the exhibition, Wei Chu offered to take Piaopiao out, but she insisted on treating him instead. She led him to a lively hotpot restaurant, a place she frequented after her boxing matches, describing the food as "delicious to explode." She excitedly explained her method of dumping all the ingredients into the pot at once, finding it more thrilling not knowing what she'd scoop up next.
Wei Chu, however, was concerned about the high calorie count, estimating one pot to be at least two thousand calories, and presented her with a plate of fruit for balanced nutrition. Piaopiao, however, remained determined to eat the meat. Later, while Piaopiao was doing sit-ups, Wei Chu praised her recent progress, then asked what she truly thought of him. Piaopiao playfully called him a "devil," prompting Wei Chu to jokingly wonder if he was truly that terrible.
Yueshanxun later approached Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao, congratulating Piaopiao on her impressive exhibition performance, which he found "shocking." Piaopiao humbly attributed her resolve to the circumstances. Yueshanxun then requested their help in selecting a unique Chinese-themed gift for his friends in Japan. Xiao Xiao suggested Hanfu, and they set off for a Hanfu shop. There, Yueshanxun initially chose a beautiful dress, which Xiao Xiao mistook for Piaopiao, only for him to clarify it was for a male friend.
Xiao Xiao then convinced Piaopiao to try on an outfit, and they enjoyed themselves, taking many photos. Later, while tidying Wei Chu's home, Piaopiao discovered a repaired coat—the one she had accidentally burned. Wei Chu casually mentioned he had mended it with embroidery, a skill passed down from his grandmother, whose embroidered pieces had once fetched hundreds of thousands at auction. Piaopiao, impressed, jokingly asked if there was anything he couldn't do.
Soon after, Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue arrived to congratulate Piaopiao. Chen Bing admired the embroidered coat, and Wei Chu, with a hint of generosity, gifted it to him, saying he could always embroider another. The following day, Xiao Xiao excitedly shared the photos from their Hanfu outing with Piaopiao. As they playfully bickered over the pictures, they accidentally bumped into Wei Chu, who was leading a campus tour for guests.
Wei Chu picked up a photo of Piaopiao and Yueshanxun happily posing together, a brief flicker of unease crossing his face. He returned the photo to Piaopiao, sternly reminding them that "horseplay is forbidden on campus," before continuing his tour. Later, Piaopiao discovered a collection of manga books at Wei Chu's house, playfully accusing him of secretly hoarding them while making her read serious texts.
Wei Chu admitted he had bought them specifically for her, hinting that he hoped it would encourage her to stay with him longer. Piaopiao, momentarily flustered, quickly changed the subject and then found a photo that revealed Aijia's deliberate act of damaging her painting table. Armed with this evidence, Piaopiao confronted Aijia and Jin Rou. Aijia vehemently denied it, claiming the photo was fake and desperately trying to get Jin Rou to corroborate her story.
Jin Rou, however, publicly distanced herself, leading Aijia to erupt in anger. Aijia exposed Jin Rou's manipulative scheme, revealing that Jin Rou had threatened her with expulsion if she didn't sabotage Piaopiao's painting. A distraught Aijia lamented having done so many wrong things for Jin Rou's sake, only to be abandoned. Just then, Mr. Kong and Wei Chu entered.
Mr. Kong sternly reprimanded Aijia and Jin Rou, emphasizing that while a damaged painting could be replaced, broken friendships were far more difficult to mend. He urged them to reflect on the true value of camaraderie. Jin Rou angrily stormed out. Piaopiao felt a sense of relief that the matter was finally concluded. Wei Chu, in a rare gesture, told Piaopiao she had a day off, though she remained skeptical of his intentions.
Doctor Chen, having examined Wei Chu, reported that his internal power had recovered by roughly eighty percent, and with another six months of careful recuperation, he would regain full control. However, the doctor issued a strict warning: Wei Chu must avoid any physical altercations during this period, or all his progress would be lost. Wei Chu assured Doctor Chen that he would heed the advice. Meanwhile, Chen Bing and Bai Haiyang were training.
Chen Bing wondered why Xiao Xiao hadn't brought food yet. Just then, Xiao Xiao arrived, not with food, but with medicinal herbs. She explained that she brought them thinking they might be useful for injuries often sustained during martial arts practice. Bai Haiyang initially resisted, but Xiao Xiao insisted the herbs were a gift to her that she couldn't use, so they should benefit the Tai Chi system.
Bai Haiyang, finding her logic sound, accepted them on behalf of the Tai Chi system. Xiao Xiao then openly expressed her admiration for Bai Haiyang's Tai Chi movements, likening them to scenes from Wuxia novels. Bai Haiyang gently corrected her romanticized notions but extended an invitation to the Tai Chi system if she was genuinely interested. Wei Chu, preparing for a trip, had Bai Haiyang fetch two fishing rods.
Bai Haiyang, seeing through Wei Chu's intentions to treat Piaopiao after the exhibition, directly asked if he had feelings for her. Wei Chu denied it, dismissing Bai Haiyang's concerns and instructing him to focus on the Tai Chi system instead. Bai Haiyang playfully accused him of "burning the bridge after crossing it" and urged him to confront his true emotions. Wei Chu and Piaopiao then embarked on their outing.
Piaopiao jokingly speculated that Wei Chu might be leading her to a remote mountain for sinister purposes, but Wei Chu teased her about her overactive imagination and lack of assets worth targeting. Piaopiao complained about their constant bickering, to which Wei Chu admitted it might be enjoyable. As they walked a considerable distance, Wei Chu called it part of her "cultivation," much to Piaopiao's annoyance.
He finally revealed they were going fishing, to Piaopiao's great relief, who swore she would "never finish with him" if it had been another training session. As they continued, Wei Chu commented that Piaopiao's arms appeared to have gotten "thicker."
Episode 12 Recap
Wei Chu took Piaopiao on a fishing trip, aiming to teach her patience and, as he did not want her to spend more time with Yueshanxun, encourage her to focus on preparing for the National Martial Arts Congress. However, Piaopiao was restless, complaining about the early start and the lack of activity, even linking Wei Chu's advice on calmness to Taijiquan practice, which she found frustrating. Wei Chu playfully teased her about her arms getting thicker.
When Wei Chu eventually caught a fish, he released it, explaining that the true lesson of fishing was the process of cultivating inner peace, a skill he felt she needed to master, even suggesting she struggled to meditate for half an hour. Piaopiao, eager for food, dismissed his lecture, and Wei Chu responded by preparing a large meal, humorously noting her appetite and jokingly making her "pay" by cleaning his room.
Later, as Piaopiao dozed off, Wei Chu observed that she was "quite good" when silent and gently covered her with a blanket. Their relationship had grown noticeably closer, marked by lighthearted teasing. Piaopiao attempted to negotiate an agreement, offering to clear all her "debts" to him if she won the National Martial Arts Congress championship.
Wei Chu agreed to the terms, but Piaopiao quickly balked at the idea of intense training or working for him, leading to a playful exchange where she called him a "blockhead" for ignoring her. Meanwhile, Yueshanxun met with Piaopiao to announce that his exchange program was ending, and he would soon return to Japan.
Believing their three encounters were a sign of destiny, he passionately confessed his feelings for her, offering to either stay in China for her or take her back to Japan. Piaopiao, touched by his sincerity, gently declined his offer. She explained that while she truly enjoyed her time with him, when he spoke of destiny, her thoughts were consumed by another person. She expressed her gratitude for his kindness and wished him well before they parted ways.
Immediately after, Piaopiao went to Wei Chu's home, displaying an uncharacteristic eagerness to help him. Noticing his Polaroid camera, she suggested they take a picture together, which she then secretly kept. As she cleaned, Piaopiao tried to engage Wei Chu in conversation, even boldly attempting to listen to his heartbeat, though he gently rebuffed her advances, still puzzled by her change in demeanor.
Unbeknownst to Wei Chu, Piaopiao had realized her feelings for him and was diligently knitting a scarf for him. Her roommate, Xiao Xiao, playfully exposed Piaopiao’s secret, guessing the scarf was for Wei Chu despite Piaopiao’s embarrassed claim that it was merely to repay a favor. Xiao Xiao teasingly concluded that Piaopiao was in love. A significant conflict erupted at the Tai Chi system. Yang Ningxue's unauthorized sparring challenges at other departments had provoked a furious response.
Tan Lin, seizing the opportunity to achieve his long-standing goal of abolishing the Tai Chi system, rallied various department heads to issue a collective challenge. He accused the Tai Chi system of flagrantly violating school regulations and demanded its dissolution if they failed in the upcoming competition. During the heated confrontation, Xiao Xiao bravely stepped forward to defend Yang Ningxue, only to be shielded by Bai Haiyang.
Wei Chu arrived on the scene and, as both the acting captain of the Tai Chi system and the president of the Student Union, accepted the challenge. He conceded that the Tai Chi system had indeed initiated the conflict but countered with his own condition: if the Tai Chi system emerged victorious against all martial arts departments, they would secure the sole qualification for the next National Martial Arts Congress. Both parties agreed to the terms.
Due to the involvement of multiple departments, Wei Chu set the challenge competition for three months later to allow for official school approval. After the other department representatives departed, the Tai Chi students expressed their discontent with Wei Chu's unilateral decision, fearing certain defeat without the comprehensive training from the four great families. Wei Chu, however, reassured them, promising to personally instruct them in Taijiquan, which significantly boosted their morale.
He declared his absolute confidence in the Tai Chi system's victory, highlighting the strengths of Bai Haiyang, Chen Bing, and Yang Ningxue, and hinting that Piaopiao was his "secret weapon" should all else fail. Simultaneously, Wei Chu received a phone call from Uncle Chen, who cautioned him about his lingering injuries and advised him against engaging in any combat, emphasizing the risk of nullifying his recovery.
Piaopiao, after finishing the scarf and learning about the Tai Chi system's troubles from Xiao Xiao, rushed to Wei Chu's home, eager to help. Wei Chu, however, told her to stay out of it, emphasizing the danger of revealing her martial arts skills and assuring her that Chen Bing, Yang Ningxue, and Bai Haiyang were capable enough to handle "those minions."
Piaopiao then presented him with the knitted scarf, playfully claiming it was a repayment for his past favors, and quickly left. The next day, Wei Chu conducted rollerblading training, teaching Piaopiao that the crucial element for success, mirroring Tai Chi, was balance. Later, Piaopiao, while talking to Wei Chu on the phone, grew alarmed as she realized someone was following her. She bravely told him she wasn’t afraid as long as he was there.
That night, a mysterious man in black stealthily broke into Wei Chu's home and launched a silent attack. Wei Chu, still recovering from his previous injuries, was forced to defend himself but was severely kicked in the chest, collapsing to the ground. As the assailant prepared for another strike, his mask slipped, revealing his face, and he immediately fled to avoid identification. Piaopiao, witnessing the brutal attack, rushed to Wei Chu's side, frantic, as he lost consciousness from his aggravated injuries.
Episode 13 Recap
Piaopiao found Wei Chu unconscious after his confrontation with the masked attacker and rushed him to Doctor Chen. She anxiously asked about his leg, and Doctor Chen assured her that his injured meridians were being treated, though he also asked her to fetch some medicine for "other injuries," using it as a pretext to speak with Wei Chu alone.
Once Piaopiao left, Doctor Chen chastised Wei Chu, reminding him of his past severe injury from the battle with Fang Ji, which had only recovered 60%. He then delivered the devastating news that Wei Chu’s left leg meridians were severely re-injured, undoing his previous recovery. The worst-case scenario was that he might never walk again. Wei Chu was visibly shattered by this revelation. Soon after, Bai Haiyang, Chen Bing, and Yang Ningxue arrived to check on Wei Chu.
Doctor Chen deferred to Wei Chu to explain his condition and then left them. Wei Chu downplayed the severity of his injury to them, but when Yang Ningxue angrily suggested that the eight Qimen were responsible and vowed to seek revenge, Wei Chu confirmed that the fighting style was indeed from the same person who attacked him previously.
He then revealed that he knew what the eight Qimen wanted, as he had seen their operatives near his villa, and assured his friends that he had already made arrangements. He asked them to leave so he could rest. Unconvinced, Bai Haiyang later spoke with Doctor Chen in private, who confirmed the grave news: Wei Chu's left leg meridians were badly damaged, undoing his previous recovery and leaving him with the possibility of never walking again.
Doctor Chen also explained that the rehabilitation process would be extremely long and painful. Piaopiao, returning with the medicine, overheard this heartbreaking conversation. Overcome with guilt, she blamed herself for Wei Chu's injury, believing he was protecting her, and cried. Doctor Chen tried to reassure her, explaining that Wei Chu could return home for recuperation and he would conduct regular follow-up visits. Piaopiao dedicated herself to caring for Wei Chu, trying various methods to lift his spirits.
She offered to play chess with him and brought him medicinal tonics. She earnestly told him she would be his "crutch," helping him with his rehabilitation every step of the way. However, Wei Chu, feeling like a "cripple" and not wanting to burden her, pretended he was tired and coldly pushed her away, telling her not to visit him anymore without a specific reason. Piaopiao was hurt but understood Wei Chu's deep emotional pain.
She resolved to help him regain his confidence. Back at her dorm, her friend Xiao Xiao noticed her despondent mood. Piaopiao confided that Wei Chu was injured and had pushed her away, and also mentioned his potential inability to walk. Xiao Xiao advised giving Wei Chu some space to cope. Meanwhile, Wei Chu was tormented by visions of Piaopiao's cheerful presence around his house, folding clothes, cleaning, and preparing food, highlighting his loneliness without her.
Later, Piaopiao overheard Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue discussing Wei Chu's inability to walk. She immediately called Wei Chu, asking if she could visit, but he abruptly hung up. Across town, Tan Lin received a report about Wei Chu's severe injury and was delighted, seeing it as a golden opportunity to abolish the Tai Chi system. He then met the masked attacker, the same one who injured Wei Chu, at the forest behind the mountain.
The masked figure presented Tan Lin with a "secret manual of Tai Chi from the four great families," claiming it was found at Wei Chu's home. The masked figure urged Tan Lin to master its essence quickly, promising clandestine assistance to crush the Tai Chi system. Tan Lin, though cautious, resented the masked figure's arrogant demeanor and secretly vowed to claim everything for himself one day.
News of Wei Chu's severe injury spread through the Tai Chi system, causing many students, who had joined to learn from Wei Chu, to become disheartened and apply for withdrawal. Chen Bing called Bai Haiyang, concerned that the system would be abolished if student numbers dropped below ten. Bai Haiyang rushed to the Tai Chi system to address the departing students.
Yang Ningxue tried to motivate them for the upcoming martial arts competition, but the students felt they lacked the skills of the "true Tai Chi heirs." Bai Haiyang, acknowledging their sadness, urged them to "cheer up" and reminded them that he was still there. He promised to ask his family to abolish the traditional "lineage restrictions" of Tai Chi, allowing him to teach them authentic Bai's Tai Chi.
He clarified that while core secrets remained protected, he would teach "broad-spectrum moves" adapted from the manual for physical fitness, a step towards spreading Tai Chi, which was also Wei Chu's long-held wish. Inspired by his words and commitment to preserve the Tai Chi system, the students agreed to stay. Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao arrived at the Tai Chi system, worried about its fate. Chen Bing assured Piaopiao that they would manage, as only the three of them would compete.
As Bai Haiyang, Chen Bing, and Yang Ningxue strategized their order of battle against other departments—Yang Ningxue against karate and judo, Chen Bing against wrestling, and Bai Haiyang against boxing—Piaopiao wondered if she should reveal her Tai Chi abilities. Xiao Xiao offered an extra box of fruit for Wei Chu, and Piaopiao eagerly took it, heading to his home.
She found Wei Chu, who had just finished a phone call with Bai Haiyang where he confirmed that the stolen fake Tai Chi manual was a ruse to mislead the eight Qimen, who were secretly instigating the inter-departmental challenges. Wei Chu assured Bai Haiyang he had a counter-plan. Piaopiao then entered Wei Chu's room and, after a moment of hesitation, declared her intention to transfer to the Tai Chi system.
Episode 14 Recap
Piaopiao told Wei Chu that she wanted to transfer to the Tai Chi system. Wei Chu questioned her decision, noting she had just settled into the painting and calligraphy department and wouldn't change for no reason. Piaopiao explained that since his injury, the Tai Chi students were dispirited, with some even considering leaving. She wanted to contribute to the Tai Chi system, especially as Wei Chu had taught her Tai Chi for crucial moments.
She genuinely loved Tai Chi, not just because of her grandfather, but because she cared for everyone in the department and wished to help protect it. Wei Chu seemed comforted by her words. Piaopiao also secretly harbored feelings for Wei Chu, wanting to do more for him, but was too shy to express them yet. Later that night, after Wei Chu had fallen asleep, Piaopiao gently smoothed his furrowed brow before stepping out.
Unable to contain her worry, she called Doctor Chen, apologizing for the late hour. She asked if there were any alternative treatments beyond simple rest that could expedite Wei Chu's recovery. Doctor Chen explained that while broken bones heal easily, meridian damage is far more complex. He then recalled a long-lost traditional Chinese medicine technique called the "Meridian flow hole opening method."
This method divides the day into twelve hours, aligning with the body's Twelve Earth Branches, qi and blood circulation, and the opening and closing of the Five Acupoints. He believed it "might" cure Wei Chu's meridian injury, having read of similar successful cases in an ancient medical book, but he lacked full confidence as the method was largely forgotten. He also mentioned that this specific book was likely only found in their school's library.
Driven by this sliver of hope, Piaopiao immediately rushed to the CMFU school library. She anxiously waited for its opening, determined to find the book. After a diligent search, she successfully located the "Meridian flow acupuncture method" medical text. Overjoyed, she tried to call Wei Chu to share the good news, but he didn't answer, prompting her to hurry back to his home.
Upon her return, Piaopiao found Wei Chu struggling and excitedly presented him with the medical book, explaining Doctor Chen's belief in its potential. However, Wei Chu was dismissive, stating he had already tried this method after his initial injury with no success. Piaopiao insisted that they must have overlooked something and that the book surely held a cure, urging him to trust her. But Wei Chu, disheartened, simply told her it was useless and to leave him alone.
Just then, Wei Chu's grandmother, Wei Min, arrived to visit. Piaopiao opened the door, and Wei Min immediately recognized her. Piaopiao, initially flustered, politely invited her in. While Piaopiao prepared a special blend of black tea with dried chrysanthemum and honey for Wei Chu, Wei Min observed her with approval, noting Piaopiao's meticulous care for her grandson.
Wei Min then began to inquire about Piaopiao's family background, but Piaopiao deftly avoided the topic by offering to get Wei Chu a coat. Wei Chu, joining them, jokingly accused his grandmother of "investigating her registered permanent residence." Wei Min expressed surprise that Wei Chu hadn't introduced such a wonderful girl earlier, but Wei Chu downplayed their relationship, insisting Piaopiao was merely an ordinary girl caring for him.
He also reassured his grandmother about his leg injury, claiming it wasn't as serious as rumored and would heal with rest. Wei Min, however, suspected the involvement of Baqi Gate and expressed her readiness to retaliate if they had indeed resurfaced. Wei Chu dismissed her concerns, assuring her he would handle everything. Wei Min, acknowledging his stubbornness, finally relented, urging him to rest well and care for himself before Piaopiao walked her out.
Later, Wei Min confronted Professor Kong, demanding an explanation for her grandson's attack. Professor Kong, flustered, inadvertently revealed that Piaopiao was indeed caring for Wei Chu, a fact widely known throughout Shangxiang Academy. He then enthusiastically praised Piaopiao's talents, beauty, and noble background from a family of painting and calligraphy, even suggesting she would make a perfect granddaughter-in-law.
When Wei Min asked about Piaopiao's shortcomings, Professor Kong mentioned her only "flaw": during admission, she had mistakenly submitted a magnificent painting by her grandfather instead of her own. He confessed that the professors were so captivated by its brilliance that they had overlooked verifying its authorship. Curious, Wei Min requested to see the original "mistakenly submitted" painting. Upon seeing the artwork, Wei Min's expression drastically changed, and she abruptly declared she had other matters to attend to, swiftly leaving.
Professor Kong, confused, lamented her lack of appreciation for such a "wonderful painting." Meanwhile, at the Tai Chi system, students were disheartened by Wei Chu's injury and the department's precarious situation. Li Hua voiced his continued belief in Tai Chi and his seniors, even as other students expressed doubt. Piaopiao arrived, reaffirming that only by protecting the Tai Chi system could they have hope.
Simultaneously, Xiao Xiao, still smitten with Bai Haiyang, discreetly approached Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue to inquire if he had a girlfriend. Yang Ningxue confirmed he likely didn't, much to Xiao Xiao's secret delight. Chen Bing, however, teased her about her obvious crush. Xiao Xiao then found Bai Haiyang reading in the library. She proposed playing a tarot card game, specifically to divine their relationship. Bai Haiyang, though skeptical about tarot, good-naturedly agreed.
After Xiao Xiao drew three cards and consulted her phone for the meaning, she announced, with a hint of disappointment, that they were merely "ordinary friends." Bai Haiyang responded, "What's wrong with this? It's good," which did little to lift Xiao Xiao's spirits. Despite Wei Chu's continued withdrawal and depression, Piaopiao remained resolute in her vow to cure him. She diligently studied the "Meridian flow acupuncture method" and regularly massaged his acupoints according to the book's instructions.
She also called her grandfather to inquire about a past remedy for a similar leg injury, carefully noting down ingredients like Angelica sinensis, Dipsacus Root, and Safflower for a stewed black chicken soup. Drawing upon her knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine and medicinal grinding, she prepared a "secret recipe" for Wei Chu. Although Wei Chu initially asked if the medicine was for external use, Piaopiao playfully corrected him, emphasizing its potent oral benefits and her grandfather's strong recommendation.
Gradually, Wei Chu was touched by her unwavering dedication, shifting from his initial indifference to quietly cooperating with her treatments, including diligently drinking the herbal medicine. In time, Wei Chu noted that his leg indeed "felt better," confirming the effectiveness of the methods guided by Doctor Chen and her grandfather. Piaopiao, observing him, silently reaffirmed her promise that his legs would definitely recover.
Episode 15 Recap
Feng Piaopiao's dedicated treatment, combining the Meridian flow hole opening method with Feng Bingxing's medicated diet, began to show remarkable results. Wei Chu, who had been struggling with his injuries, was now able to stand and walk again. Doctor Chen was amazed by the swift recovery, calling it a miracle.
However, he cautioned that even with this progress, Wei Chu had only recovered to his condition of a year and a half prior and still couldn't exert himself in martial arts. Doctor Chen advised continued treatment with both methods, expressing hope for a full recovery in the long term. One evening, Feng Piaopiao found Wei Chu in her room, and he explained he was making sure she had covered herself with the quilt, fearing she would catch a cold.
She, in turn, told him his leg was not fully recovered and he shouldn't wander around, then escorted him back to his room. When Doctor Chen later examined Wei Chu, he was astonished by his ability to stand. He suspected they were using methods beyond just the Meridian flow hole opening method. Feng Piaopiao suggested her grandfather's medicated diet might be responsible, which Doctor Chen confirmed was indeed the likely factor.
He reiterated that while Wei Chu might recover to his previous state, he likely wouldn't be able to practice Tai Chi again. Wei Chu assured Doctor Chen he would heed his advice and not be reckless. Meanwhile, Xiao Xiao, having learned of Bai Haiyang's suppressed grief from Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue, orchestrated a river lantern event to help him process his feelings.
She led Bai Haiyang to the riverside, explaining that she used river lanterns to communicate with her own deceased grandfather. Moved by her story, Bai Haiyang confessed he also had many things he wished he could say to his late grandmother.
As they released lanterns, Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue, who were also present and helping with the lanterns, discussed their initial hesitation about revealing Bai Haiyang's private matters, but Chen Bing reasoned that it was necessary for Bai Haiyang to finally open up. Bai Haiyang tearfully expressed his hope that the lantern would carry his words to his grandmother, a sentiment Xiao Xiao affirmed.
Later, while Feng Piaopiao was cleaning, Feng Piaopiao playfully threw a towel at Wei Chu using a Tai Chi move. Wei Chu, noticing her technique, explained that her lack of control stemmed from incorrect force application, emphasizing the importance of "inner and outer harmony" in Tai Chi. He advised her to widen her arm movements and retry the action, which significantly improved her execution.
Feng Piaopiao, seeing Wei Chu on his feet, wondered if his martial arts skills were nearly restored. He replied that it would still take a long time for a complete recovery. She suggested they visit her grandfather, Feng Bingxing, who was skilled in self-treatment and had helped her with injuries in the past. Before they could leave, Wei Chu's grandmother, Wei Min, arrived.
She sternly forbade Wei Chu from seeing Feng Bingxing, revealing that she knew Feng Piaopiao was Feng Bingxing's granddaughter. Wei Min expressed her disapproval of their association. Wei Chu took his grandmother aside, attempting to mediate. He defended Feng Bingxing, explaining his past actions were out of necessity and that martial arts shouldn't be bound by family lines. However, Wei Min remained resolute, dismissing his words and asserting her own right to handle her affairs.
Wei Chu, unable to sway her, told Feng Piaopiao he would explain everything later, and despite his grandmother's prohibition, he still accompanied her to visit Feng Bingxing's home. On their way, they encountered Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue, who were delighted to see Wei Chu walking again, as were some students from the boxing club.
Upon arriving at Feng Bingxing's home, the grandfather initially assumed Feng Piaopiao had caused trouble, but Wei Chu clarified that their visit concerned his grandmother, Wei Min. Wei Chu then informed Feng Bingxing that Wei Min had discovered Feng Piaopiao's identity and was now forbidding her from continuing her Tai Chi training with him.
He implored Feng Bingxing to meet with Wei Min once more to resolve their long-standing feud, emphasizing that "the one who tied the bell must untie it" for Feng Piaopiao's sake. Feng Piaopiao was confused by their conversation. Feng Bingxing then recounted his past, revealing that his intense pursuit of martial arts led him to seek out hidden Tai Chi sects across the country, eventually bringing him to the Wei family's Hidden Door where he learned from Wei Min.
However, when his "stealing" of techniques from other Tai Chi sects was exposed, Wei Min, to legitimize his learning within the family, proposed marriage. Feng Bingxing, already a married man, refused, creating a deep-seated regret that he felt made him unworthy of facing her again. Yet, for Feng Piaopiao's future, he agreed to apologize to Wei Min. The next day, Wei Chu invited Wei Min for a game of chess, then revealed he had arranged for someone to meet her.
Feng Bingxing entered, and Wei Min became visibly agitated, angrily asking how he dared to show his face to her. Wei Chu tried to intervene, but Wei Min silenced him. She then angrily told Feng Bingxing that he was an outsider and had no business interfering in their family's affairs. Feng Bingxing, calling her "Master" despite her protests that he was no longer part of her sect, sincerely apologized for his past actions.
Wei Min dismissed his apology, stating that a simple "sorry" could not erase the years of suffering he had caused her. She refused to be swayed regarding Feng Piaopiao, citing the strict Wei family rule that Tai Chi must never be taught to outsiders. She was resolute in not allowing Wei Chu to repeat her past mistakes, no matter how talented Feng Piaopiao might be. Despite Wei Min's harsh words and refusal to forgive, Feng Bingxing did not blame her.
Instead, he examined Wei Chu's meridians and, finding hope for a full recovery, advised him to start practicing martial arts again, explaining that activating all his meridians would accelerate the healing process. Wei Chu took his advice to heart. Later, Wei Chu assured Feng Piaopiao that he would continue teaching her Tai Chi, even without his grandmother's support.
Feng Piaopiao worried about the conflict this would create between Wei Chu and Wei Min, but Wei Chu explained his long-held dream: to break down sectarian barriers, widely accept students, and truly revitalize Tai Chi as a national art. Moved, Feng Piaopiao agreed to help him achieve this vision. Starting that day, Wei Chu formally began Tai Chi training for Feng Piaopiao, guiding her as she practiced.
With daily practice, Feng Piaopiao's Tai Chi skills improved significantly, and Wei Chu's own body also continued to recover. Xiao Xiao, who was leaving lunch for Bai Haiyang, handed Feng Piaopiao's package to Yang Ningxue to send. However, Yang Ningxue accidentally dropped the package, revealing the name "Feng Bingxing." Yang Ningxue, seeing the name, immediately realized Feng Piaopiao's relationship with Feng Bingxing.
She quickly told Chen Bing that they should have suspected it earlier and urged him to find Wei Chu to warn him about Feng Piaopiao. They rushed to Wei Chu's practice spot and saw him and Feng Piaopiao sparring. Yang Ningxue was about to confront Feng Piaopiao, but Chen Bing stopped her.
He suggested that Feng Piaopiao didn't seem like the type to deceive Wei Chu and that they should first ask Wei Chu if he was aware of her identity, as he might have his own reasons. Yang Ningxue, however, remained convinced that Feng Piaopiao was repeating Feng Bingxing's past mistakes and insisted they consult an elder.
Episode 16 Recap
Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue were astonished to see Wei Chu sparring with Feng Piaopiao, realizing she knew Tai Chi. Yang Ningxue, mistakenly believing that Piaopiao was deceiving Wei Chu to learn authentic Tai Chi, just as her grandfather Feng Bingxing had done years ago, impulsively moved to confront Piaopiao. Chen Bing held her back, suggesting Wei Chu might have his own reasons.
Yang Ningxue insisted that such "stealing" of martial arts could not be tolerated again, stating that Feng Bingxing's old debts hadn't been settled and now Piaopiao was repeating the same mistake. She decided to inform the elders, ignoring Chen Bing's plea to first ask Wei Chu if he knew Piaopiao's identity. Yang Ningxue and Chen Bing went to the Yang family, where she informed her uncles that Feng Piaopiao was Feng Bingxing’s granddaughter and was secretly learning Tai Chi.
The uncles were furious, recalling how Feng Bingxing had used deceit to learn Tai Chi from various sects, causing great shame to their authentic Tai Chi. They declared that Feng Bingxing's actions were unforgivable and wondered if his granddaughter intended to do the same. They immediately decided to rally others to settle scores with Feng Bingxing, both for the past and for the new transgression.
Chen Bing intervened, stating that the matter hadn't been fully investigated and asked them to calm down. Yang Ningxue, having already given Feng Bingxing's address to the elders, was eager to monitor the situation. Chen Bing, frustrated by her actions, pointed out that involving the elders would only put Wei Chu in a difficult position, as he and Piaopiao were close.
Yang Ningxue asserted that she was trying to prevent Wei Chu from repeating Wei Min's past mistakes, claiming she would be the "villain" if it meant protecting Wei Chu. Chen Bing eventually managed to contact Wei Chu by phone, alerting him that something had happened to Piaopiao's grandfather. Wei Chu, who was resting with Piaopiao in the woods, immediately informed her, and they rushed to her home.
Upon their arrival, they found Yang Ningxue and the assembled elders, including Yang Shibo, confronting Feng Bingxing. The elders, recalling Feng Bingxing’s past transgressions of secretly learning martial arts, accused him of again allowing his granddaughter to do the same. Feng Bingxing admitted his past mistakes but questioned why, after so many years of reclusion and never leaking any techniques, he was still being pursued.
Chen Bing tried to mediate again, arguing that while Feng Bingxing had indeed stolen martial arts, the "crime of stealing a teacher" was not punishable by death, especially in a modern legal society. Slightly pacified, the elders declared that while they wouldn't demand his life, to ensure the Tai Chi essence of their sects remained uncompromised, Feng Bingxing must publicly cripple his own martial arts. Piaopiao and Wei Chu, still in a taxi, were desperate to reach Feng Bingxing.
Piaopiao was anxious and feared for her grandfather's safety, but Wei Chu reassured her that he would protect them. When they finally arrived, Feng Bingxing had already crippled his martial arts and lay on the ground. Seeing her grandfather in such a vulnerable state, Piaopiao tearfully confronted the sects, accusing them of ganging up on an old man.
She eloquently argued that her grandfather had always taught her that martial arts were for helping the weak and upholding justice, not for sectarian disputes or bullying. She vowed to protect him, even if it meant opposing all of them. Wei Chu stepped in, preventing further conflict. To protect the Feng family, he publicly announced that Feng Piaopiao was his fiancée, declaring her affairs as his own, and by extension, the Wei family's.
This stunned the assembled sects and the instigator, Yang Ningxue. With the situation defused, the Tai Chi sect members, acknowledging the resolution, dispersed, and Chen Bing led a bewildered Yang Ningxue away. After everyone left, Wei Chu quickly checked Feng Bingxing's pulse. While expressing admiration for Feng Bingxing's decision, he learned that Feng Bingxing's injury was not severe and he would recover after a period of recuperation.
Feng Bingxing explained that crippling his martial arts was a definitive way to prevent Piaopiao from being implicated and to end the old feud, and he found peace in his decision. Feng Bingxing then asked if Wei Chu's declaration of Piaopiao as his fiancée was true. Wei Chu admitted it was an expedient measure to resolve the situation, but he affirmed that his feelings for her were genuine.
Deeply moved, Feng Bingxing, who had long approved of Wei Chu, formally entrusted Piaopiao to him. Later, Wei Chu clarified to Piaopiao that the engagement announcement was a temporary solution, primarily to protect her and her grandfather. When she questioned his motives for protecting her, he simply stated it was his duty as her master. He also revealed his main objective in taking her as a disciple: to have her compete and win the National Martial Arts Tournament.
He believed this was the only way to truly break the centuries-old sectarian views within Tai Chi and promote the national art. Piaopiao understood his aspirations, but also brought up the seriousness of marriage. She offered to clarify their relationship after the tournament, but Wei Chu, true to his word, stated that he never retracted what he said, and the clarification was unnecessary. Wei Min, having heard about Wei Chu's public declaration, called him to express her disapproval.
She criticized him for acting impulsively and without careful consideration, stating that such a declaration shamed the Wei family, especially given Feng Bingxing's controversial past and Piaopiao's relation to him. Wei Chu defended Feng Bingxing's self-sacrifice as a sufficient atonement for past wrongs. However, Wei Min, emphasizing Wei Chu's position as the Wei family head and leader of the Tai Chi hidden gate, stressed that his actions affected the family's standing among other sects.
She informed him that the family had decided to convene a meeting with various sect leaders to address the fallout, and Wei Chu was expected to provide a public explanation. Wei Chu agreed to attend and resolve the matter. Elsewhere, the mysterious person, learning that Wei Chu had intervened to stop the confrontation at Feng Bingxing's house, instructed Tan Lin to cause trouble at the Tai Chi system.
Tan Lin was to leak the information that Feng Piaopiao was Feng Bingxing's granddaughter. The mysterious person predicted that Wei Chu would undoubtedly step forward to protect Piaopiao, thereby creating a rift between Wei Chu and the Tai Chi system, further undermining their morale. Distraught by the day's events, Piaopiao confided in her grandfather, expressing her desire to give up martial arts entirely.
Feng Bingxing, with great care, reminded her that all his actions had been for her well-being, acknowledging her exceptional talent, but ultimately reassuring her that he would support any decision she made and would never force her to do anything she disliked. Three days later, Wei Chu was ready for the family meeting.
Despite Wei Min's strong objections, who feared bringing Piaopiao would only exacerbate the controversy and jeopardize Wei Chu's position as head of the Wei family, Wei Chu announced his intention to bring Feng Piaopiao with him to the meeting, assuring his grandmother that he would provide a proper explanation to everyone.
Episode 17 Recap
Wei Chu arrived to take Feng Piaopiao to the Wei family conference, but he found her attire unsuitable. He told her she needed something more formal, and after seeing her limited options, he decided to take her shopping for new clothes. At the clothing store, Wei Chu asked the sales assistant to find something formal for Piaopiao. She tried on a long dress, which captivated Wei Chu.
Despite Piaopiao's reservations about the dress being too expensive and not her usual style, Wei Chu insisted on buying it, telling her she had no choice. As they headed to the family conference, Piaopiao admitted she was nervous and a little scared, suggesting they not go. Wei Chu reassured her, promising to be by her side no matter what happened. Upon their arrival, the sect leaders were displeased to see Piaopiao, a descendant of the "Wulin scum," accompanying Wei Chu.
Lord Wang accused Wei Chu of disrespecting them by bringing her. Wei Chu’s grandmother also urged him to sit down with Piaopiao. However, Wei Chu remained standing, stating that the purpose of bringing Piaopiao was to address the long-standing sectarian prejudice within the four Tai Chi families. He explained that the rule of passing knowledge only within the family had led to stagnation, with no Tai Chi master emerging in years, threatening the future of Tai Chi.
A female sect leader argued that Tai Chi had always followed its rules, while others angrily insisted that Wei Chu’s words were disrespectful and demanded he face punishment at the Wei ancestral temple. Undeterred, Wei Chu publicly announced his intention to formally accept Piaopiao as his disciple. He then proposed a bet: if Piaopiao won the National Martial Arts Congress, the four sects must acknowledge her as a Wei disciple and abandon their sectarian prejudices.
If she lost, he would resign as Wei's family head and never again raise the issue of sectarian bias. The other leaders scoffed at the idea, confident that a mere descendant of Wulin scum could not defeat their genuine Tai Chi masters, and accepted the bet. Wei Chu then declared that his and Piaopiao's discipleship ceremony would be held the following day, as a promise to her. After the conference, Wei Chu's grandmother chastised him, calling him presumptuous.
Wei Chu maintained that his actions were not solely for Piaopiao, but to fulfill his dream of breaking down sectarian barriers and promoting Tai Chi, with Piaopiao being the first step. His grandmother warned him that the long-established rules were not easily broken and hoped he wouldn't regret his decision. Piaopiao, concerned that her potential failure at the Martial Arts Congress would negatively impact Wei Chu, asked if he was serious about his words at the conference.
He confirmed his sincerity, explaining that he also wanted her to be able to stay by his side and openly learn Tai Chi. He instructed her to prepare for their discipleship ceremony, noting that keeping her by his side was proving to be quite troublesome. Piaopiao then asked about the expensive dress, and Wei Chu simply called it a reward for her hard work.
Meanwhile, Xiao Xiao heard from her classmates that Piaopiao was Wei Chu's fiancée and that the news had been confirmed by Wei Chu himself. Furious that her best friend hadn't told her, Xiao Xiao confronted Piaopiao, who was caught off guard by the rapid spread of the news and admitted she hadn't been prepared to tell Xiao Xiao yet due to recent events.
Xiao Xiao, feeling betrayed and believing Piaopiao valued Wei Chu more, became agitated when Piaopiao questioned her persistent hostility towards Wei Chu. Xiao Xiao retorted that she was looking out for Piaopiao, reminding her of the troubles Wei Chu had brought, like almost getting expelled and being embroiled in scandals. Piaopiao conceded that some things had been difficult but also defended Wei Chu, saying he could be kind. Unconvinced, Xiao Xiao told Piaopiao to go find Wei Chu instead.
Later, a senior student brought chocolates to Xiao Xiao, asking her to give them to Piaopiao and congratulate her and Wei Chu on their engagement, expressing her own admiration for Wei Chu. Xiao Xiao was left with mixed emotions. Piaopiao later confronted Wei Chu, blaming him for the news about their engagement spreading through the editorial department.
Wei Chu explained that the news had spread quickly after he announced it at the family conference and that he had indeed confirmed it when asked by the editorial department. He apologized for not informing her but suggested that the public announcement wasn't necessarily a bad thing, as Wei family's protection would allow her to practice Tai Chi and compete without issue. Piaopiao still felt that their relationship was being handled too hastily.
Wei Chu then suggested they formally visit Grandpa Feng together, but Piaopiao, citing classes, excused herself. Wei Chu went alone, bringing engagement gifts. Grandpa Feng was delighted by Wei Chu’s visit and his sincerity, expressing his trust in Wei Chu to care for Piaopiao, whom he affectionately described as kind-hearted but sometimes impatient. Wei Chu promised to treat Piaopiao wholeheartedly. Later that evening, as Grandpa Feng walked Wei Chu out, Piaopiao returned from class.
Grandpa Feng, sensing the need for privacy, left them alone after stating he was entrusting Piaopiao to Wei Chu. Piaopiao expressed her surprise at how fast things were moving, feeling that Wei Chu was being too casual about their relationship. Wei Chu, with sincerity, assured her that he was serious. Piaopiao felt happy at his words. After Piaopiao had started to leave, she reconsidered, not wanting to go home and face her grandpa's questions.
She turned back, intending to confront Wei Chu again about their hastily announced relationship. Shortly after Piaopiao left him, Wei Chu was ambushed by a man in black. Piaopiao, having returned, intervened and helped him fend off the attacker, who quickly fled. She felt the assailant looked familiar but couldn't place him. She then escorted Wei Chu home, where they were reluctant to part.
Wei Chu, using the excuse that the man in black might return, asked Piaopiao to stay and protect him, which she shyly agreed to. As Piaopiao went to her dormitory to retrieve some belongings, she found Yang Ningxue waiting for her. Yang Ningxue warned Piaopiao not to participate in the National Martial Arts Congress, citing the immense responsibility Wei Chu had taken on for her sake.
She feared that if Piaopiao lost, Wei Chu would be unable to manage the fallout from the bet, and the entire Tai Chi sect would face pressure to force him out. Piaopiao, undeterred, insisted this was between her and Wei Chu. Yang Ningxue retorted that it concerned the entire Tai Chi sect and challenged Piaopiao to demonstrate her strength.
Episode 18 Recap
Yang Ningxue confronted Wind fluttering, asking her to withdraw from the upcoming National Martial Arts Congress, especially after they secure the tickets. Yang Ningxue argued that Wind fluttering’s involvement put a huge responsibility on Wei Chu and the entire Tai Chi system, and if she lost, Wei Chu would face severe consequences from the Tai Chi families jointly forcing him out. Wind fluttering insisted she had promised Wei Chu and intended to win.
When Wind fluttering asked for trust, Yang Ningxue challenged her to prove her strength, leading to a physical altercation between them. Chen Bing arrived and intervened, pulling Yang Ningxue away. Despite being at a disadvantage in the skirmish, Wind fluttering declared her unwavering determination to participate in and win the National Martial Arts Congress, reiterating her promise to Wei Chu. The next day, Wei Chu called Wind fluttering, asking her to cook for him, hinting that she owed him.
Wind fluttering reluctantly went to his place. Upon her arrival, Wei Chu noticed her injured hand, immediately realizing that Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue must have confronted her. Wind fluttering downplayed the injury, telling him not to worry about Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue. Wei Chu calmly assured her that losing a fight was not terrible, as more practice would determine the true victor.
He then announced his plan to give her special training starting after the upcoming teacher worship ceremony, and Wind fluttering readily accepted, promising not to disappoint her Master. On the day of the formal teacher worship ceremony, Wind fluttering expressed her nervousness about making mistakes, fearing she would be looked down upon. Wei Chu reassured her that he had everything arranged and urged her to remember the ceremony's procedures.
When she questioned the complexity of the ritual, Wei Chu explained that such ceremonies, like wedding ceremonies, are meant to be solemn and to embody people’s hopes for lasting beauty, suggesting that their teacher-disciple bond could be as enduring as those of their predecessors. The solemn ceremony then began. Wind fluttering diligently followed each step, formally becoming Wei Chu’s 24th generation disciple of the Taiji style.
She recited her Teacher Worship Post, offered tea, and presented a traditional gift to show respect. Wei Chu, in turn, read an Apprenticeship Post, welcoming her and urging her to practice diligently, remain humble, and uphold Tai Chi culture. As a special gesture, Wei Chu presented Wind fluttering with a family heirloom, a jade pendant, as a welcoming gift for his newest disciple.
The preciousness of the gift surprised the attendees, as it was also a token symbolizing a sect leader's disciple. Wei Chu expressed his high hopes for Wind fluttering to win the National Martial Arts Congress and elevate the Wei family's reputation. Wind fluttering, clutching the jade pendant, silently vowed not to disappoint him. Later, Wei Chu visited the Tai Chi club as a teaching assistant.
He immediately called Yang Ningxue and Chen Bing aside to confront them about Wind fluttering's injury. Yang Ningxue defended her actions, claiming she didn’t believe Wind fluttering was ready for the National Martial Arts Congress and that she disagreed with her participation. Wei Chu countered, highlighting Wind fluttering's dedication to Tai Chi training even while diligently caring for him during his recovery.
He questioned their understanding of Tai Chi's core values of tolerance and broad-mindedness, asking how they could not embrace someone who loves Tai Chi. Wei Chu then declared that Wind fluttering was not only his formal disciple but also someone he deeply cared about, and he would not permit anyone to harm her. Chen Bing urged Yang Ningxue to apologize. Although Yang Ningxue initially refused, Chen Bing’s persistence led her to reluctantly offer an apology.
Wei Chu accepted it, but warned her that such actions would not be tolerated again before proceeding to teach. After the teacher worship ceremony, Wei Chu immediately began rigorous training for Wind fluttering. He innovatively integrated Tai Chi practice into her daily chores, explaining that ancient martial artists incorporated martial arts into every aspect of life, from sitting to chopping wood. He demonstrated how to apply Tai Chi moves to sweeping and other tasks, emphasizing "comprehensive understanding" and "inseparable" practice.
Wind fluttering, though at times clumsy, like when she slipped while sweeping, was determined to improve rapidly, wishing she had "three heads and six arms" to speed up her progress. Wei Chu also introduced new training methods, such as using a mop attached to her feet while performing Tai Chi steps to strengthen her legs, her weakest point. Simultaneously, Wei Chu focused on his own recovery, engaging in active self-exercise, like reading while using dumbbells, to regain his strength.
A month later, Wind fluttering's progress was remarkable, allowing her to perform her foot-based Tai Chi training with much greater stability and skill. Wei Chu, pleased with her improvement, presented her with diagrams detailing "magic weapon" techniques and "cracking methods" for the upcoming challenge competition, giving her an hour to memorize them before practice. Despite her rapid advancement, Wind fluttering remained anxious about her first official competition the next day.
She asked Wei Chu to watch her perform her punches one last time. Wei Chu offered close guidance, emphasizing the importance of core strength in Tai Chi, stating that the waist is the source of power, the spine generates power, the waist is like an axle, and Qi is like a wheel, making punches more powerful.
After observing her, Wei Chu confidently assured her that her current skills were more than enough to win, encouraging her to relax, not overthink, and simply do her best. Wind fluttering nodded, trusting his words. Bai Haiyang organized a surprise birthday party for Xiao Xiao with the Tai Chi club members. Xiao Xiao was deeply touched, declaring it the happiest birthday of her life and thanking Bai Haiyang for his thoughtfulness.
Afterward, Bai Haiyang took Xiao Xiao to a restaurant for a private birthday dinner. While she appeared moved, Xiao Xiao secretly knew that her approach to Bai Haiyang and her friendship with Wind fluttering had all been part of a pre-arranged plan. When Bai Haiyang went to the restroom, Xiao Xiao removed her facade, revealing a cold expression, and discreetly left the restaurant.
It was then revealed that she was the mysterious masked individual, and all her actions were motivated by a desire to avenge the eight Qimen. Bai Haiyang returned to find her gone, informed by the waiter that she had left minutes earlier. That night, Wind fluttering, unable to sleep, went to the courtyard to look at the stars, where she found Wei Chu also awake, suffering from insomnia.
As the night deepened, Wei Chu took her hand and pulled her into a tender embrace. He confessed his deep feelings, telling her she was not only his only disciple but also his fiancée, and he never intended to clarify or sever their relationship, contrary to their previous agreement to do so after the Martial Arts Congress. Wind fluttering, overwhelmed with happiness, felt her heart soar.
On the day of the challenge competition, a strange wave of diarrhea struck all the Tai Chi system disciples, including Bai Haiyang, rendering them unable to compete. As they worried about how to proceed, students from the boxing club mockingly told them to withdraw to avoid embarrassment. Just then, Wei Chu arrived with Wind fluttering and announced that her transfer application to the Tai Chi system had been approved, making her an official student. With Wind fluttering now representing their system, the Tai Chi team was ready to participate.
Episode 19 Recap
With the Tai Chi students suffering from sudden, widespread diarrhea, rendering them unable to compete, Wei Chu arrived at the challenge arena, bringing Piaopiao with him. He announced that Piaopiao had officially transferred to the Tai Chi system, making her eligible to represent them. Wei Chu declared Piaopiao his "secret weapon," admitting he had intended to keep her hidden for a while longer, but the current situation necessitated her immediate debut.
Piaopiao swiftly dominated the challenge, defeating opponents from the karate and boxing systems. She then easily threw the judo contestant into the river, securing three consecutive victories for the Tai Chi system. Just as she was about to clinch overall victory, Xiao Xiao emerged from behind Tan Lin, stating her intention to compete. Piaopiao and the others were stunned, initially believing Xiao Xiao was joking and telling her to go to the lounge.
However, a cold Xiao Xiao ignored them and immediately unleashed the long-unseen eight Qi Palm, shocking everyone. This ancient martial art had not been witnessed since the disappearance of Fangji, the former door owner of the eight Qimen. Caught off guard and unwilling to fight her best friend, Piaopiao was injured in her left arm. Xiao Xiao, refusing to show mercy, urged Piaopiao to surrender, declaring her hatred for Wei Chu and the entire Tai Chi system.
She vowed not to relent, regardless of their friendship. Watching from the sidelines, Yang Ningxue realized with horror that Xiao Xiao was responsible for poisoning the Tai Chi students, causing their incapacitation, and was also the one who had attacked Wei Chu earlier. Overwhelmed with sadness, Bai Haiyang left the arena. Piaopiao, her heart aching, then utilized a new move Wei Chu had taught her the day before, ultimately defeating Xiao Xiao.
Despite her victory, Piaopiao felt no joy, shedding tears over the loss of her friend. After the match, Piaopiao and Wei Chu found Xiao Xiao to check on her injuries and talk. Upon seeing Wei Chu, Xiao Xiao’s demeanor shifted. She accused him of deliberately preparing a fake martial arts manual for her to steal and teaching Piaopiao the means to counter her moves.
Ignoring Piaopiao's pleas to talk, Xiao Xiao tearfully told Piaopiao to speak with Wei Chu, as he knew everything, before turning and leaving. Heartbroken, Piaopiao later confided in Wei Chu that when she struck Xiao Xiao down, she knew their friendship was irrevocably broken. She wondered if things would have been different had she not been with him. Wei Chu consoled her, explaining that he had known Xiao Xiao's true identity for a long time.
He revealed that Xiao Xiao was the maternal granddaughter of Baqimen’s former leader and his designated successor. Knowing the ruthlessness of the eight Qimen, Wei Chu stated that a confrontation between Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao was inevitable. He elaborated that due to a deep-seated feud with Baqimen's former leader, he had investigated their lineage and discovered Xiao Xiao.
He then crafted a fake manual with a "fatal flaw" to deliberately lure her into stealing it, setting a trap he knew she would fall for. Meanwhile, Tai Chi students celebrated their victory, but Bai Haiyang was visibly distressed. He could not accept Xiao Xiao's sudden transformation and refused to believe her past kindness towards him was merely a facade.
Convinced she had a hidden reason, he insisted on finding her, despite Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue's attempts to dissuade him. They warned him that Xiao Xiao was now a member of the eight Qimen, had already filed for a leave of absence from school, and that her previous closeness to him was purely for the purpose of stealing martial arts secrets.
They urged him to draw a clear line with her, but Bai Haiyang firmly believed Xiao Xiao was not a bad person and was merely being coerced. He approached Xiao Xiao from behind, asking if she was forced into her actions and pleading with her to stop before becoming a casualty in the conflict between their factions.
Xiao Xiao, avoiding his gaze, coldly admitted that she was not innocent, that her initial purpose in getting close to him was to destroy the Tai Chi system, and that she had poisoned their food to prevent them from fighting. She emphatically declared that she had never genuinely liked him, then struck him to force him to give up. Wei Chu and Piaopiao arrived to find Bai Haiyang injured.
Later, in the hospital, Bai Haiyang woke up, his heart aching more than his physical injuries. Wei Chu instructed everyone to be vigilant and protect themselves, as he knew the people of Baqimen would not rest until the Martial Arts Tournament. Piaopiao, still struggling to comprehend Xiao Xiao's actions against someone she loved, questioned Wei Chu about what he would do if they were ever forced to become enemies.
Wei Chu solemnly promised her that even if she stood against the entire world, he would always be by her side. Piaopiao officially reported to the Tai Chi system as a transfer student. She was warmly welcomed by her fellow students, who affectionately debated whether to call her "Junior Sister" or "Sister-in-law," ultimately settling on both.
Seven months later, while Xiao Xiao was in seclusion recovering from her injuries, Tan Lin, who had long coveted the position of Baqimen's door owner, made his move. He paid a hefty sum to bring back Wang Zhaotian, Xiao Xiao's grand-uncle, who had been exiled from the Fang family years ago for attempting to seize power.
Tan Lin sought Wang Zhaotian's help to become the new door owner, while Wang Zhaotian's true motivation was to reclaim his rightful position as an elder within the clan. Upon his return, Wang Zhaotian confronted the existing elders, dismissing them as "old things" who should be eliminated. He criticized Xiao Xiao’s performance in the challenge, claiming she had shamed the Baqimen and asserting that only Tan Lin, as Fangji’s direct eldest grandson, was fit to lead. The scene escalated, hinting at an imminent internal power struggle within the Fang family and the eight Qimen.
Episode 20 Recap
Xiao Xiao confronted Tan Lin, criticizing him for forgetting his roots in the Fang family after changing his surname, and for bringing Fang Zhaotian, whom she considered a scoundrel, to defile the Fang family’s domain. Tan Lin retorted, asserting his imminent position as the new Baqi Gate owner and stating that Shishu, Fang Zhaotian, was not to be slandered. Xiao Xiao, confident despite her injuries, declared she could defeat Fang Zhaotian, even without her maternal grandfather Fang Ji present.
Fang Zhaotian, however, dismissed her challenge, revealing that in his two years abroad in Southeast Asia, he had integrated the essences of Baqi boxing, Thai boxing, and Malay boxing, making him a formidable opponent. Their fight began, and Fang Zhaotian quickly gained the upper hand, forcing a wounded Xiao Xiao to abandon her home and flee.
Fang Zhaotian relentlessly pursued Xiao Xiao, intent on killing her, but Tan Lin, showing a hint of conscience, intervened to stop his Shishu from finishing her off. Later, Wei Chu and Piaopiao discovered a severely injured Xiao Xiao collapsed by the roadside. They rushed her to Doctor Chen’s clinic. Doctor Chen informed them that Xiao Xiao’s injuries were critical, with her meridians nearly destroyed, and she would require extensive rest and daily medication.
He also mentioned some rare herbs needed for her recovery, which Wei Chu volunteered to procure. Wei Chu noted that Xiao Xiao's assailant possessed strength exceeding even Fang Ji’s, warning that if this individual became an enemy, the situation would worsen. He also urged Doctor Chen to keep Xiao Xiao’s presence a secret from everyone, including Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue, to avoid further complications.
Back at the clinic, Piaopiao tried to comfort Xiao Xiao with aromatherapy, but Xiao Xiao angrily rejected her efforts, knocking the diffuser to the ground. After Wei Chu left, Xiao Xiao confided in Piaopiao, questioning if Piaopiao found her pathetic. She recounted how, upon returning to the Fang family, she was told that Wei Chu had poisoned her grandfather's tea and staged a kidnapping to murder him. Driven by this belief, she had vowed to destroy the Tai Chi system.
Xiao Xiao confessed that perhaps her current miserable state was a deserved outcome. She honestly admitted that she didn't want to be Piaopiao’s enemy but declared that her feud with Wei Chu was irreconcilable, meaning they could never be friends as long as Piaopiao remained with him. Heartbroken, Piaopiao promised to visit again the next day before leaving.
Seeing Piaopiao distressed, Wei Chu encouraged her to learn to let go, assuring her that Xiao Xiao’s situation would eventually find a resolution. He taught her flower arrangement, not just as a skill, but as a way to cultivate a calm mind, essential for handling the many challenges ahead, including the upcoming National Martial Arts Congress. Piaopiao then received an invitation to the National Martial Arts Congress, which featured a five-person team competition.
Wei Chu asked her to lead the Tai Chi system as captain. Piaopiao, fearing she wasn't capable enough and might disgrace Tai Chi, suggested Bai Haiyang would be a better choice and worried about Wei Chu’s grandmother's approval. Wei Chu insisted that Piaopiao was the right person, believing Bai Haiyang would agree, and promised to handle his grandmother, urging Piaopiao to focus on organizing and training the team.
Piaopiao pointed out that they only had four members (herself, Chen Bing, Yang Ningxue, and Bai Haiyang) and questioned if Wei Chu, given his own injuries, would participate. Soon after, Doctor Chen called Wei Chu to report that Xiao Xiao had secretly left the clinic about half an hour prior. Wei Chu and Piaopiao immediately began searching for her. Meanwhile, Fang Zhaotian's men were also actively hunting Xiao Xiao.
In another part of the city, Tan Lin expressed unease about his Shishu, Fang Zhaotian, who was now introducing new, "underground" boxing styles to the Baqi Gate disciples.
Tan Lin worried that such last-minute changes before the National Martial Arts Congress could be counterproductive, but Fang Zhaotian dismissed his concerns, emphasizing that to maintain his position as door owner, Tan Lin must be ruthless and ensure Xiao Xiao was eliminated, assuring him that his men would handle it without leaving any trace. One day, while Bai Haiyang and Wei Chu were jogging together, they spotted Fang Zhaotian’s men cornering Xiao Xiao.
Bai Haiyang rushed forward to rescue her, and Wei Chu quickly joined the fray, helping to fend off the attackers. Xiao Xiao, exhausted and gravely injured, collapsed into Bai Haiyang's arms. Bai Haiyang took Xiao Xiao back to his home to recover. Wei Chu arrived shortly after. He explained to Bai Haiyang that he and Piaopiao had found Xiao Xiao earlier and brought her to Doctor Chen, from whom she had escaped.
An agitated Xiao Xiao interrupted them, accusing Wei Chu of manipulation and framing him for her grandfather’s death, claiming he concealed her location to prevent Bai Haiyang from interfering. Piaopiao tried to defend Wei Chu, but Xiao Xiao, with a cold demeanor, reiterated her oath of revenge, declaring she would not rest until Wei Chu paid for her grandfather’s death. Wei Chu, maintaining his composure, stated that he had nothing to hide and acted with integrity.
He then warned Bai Haiyang that Xiao Xiao was a dangerous person, urging him to consider the consequences. Bai Haiyang, however, was resolute, declaring he would take responsibility for the person he saved and assured Wei Chu that Xiao Xiao would not harm him. Wei Chu then left. The next day, Piaopiao, having learned of Xiao Xiao’s whereabouts from Wei Chu, brought additional medicine to Bai Haiyang’s house. Bai Haiyang noted that Xiao Xiao still refused to speak.
Piaopiao entered Xiao Xiao’s room and offered the medicine, only for Xiao Xiao to violently strike it from her hand. Wei Chu, witnessing the rejection, led Piaopiao away, observing Xiao Xiao’s ungratefulness. Piaopiao, her hand stinging from the blow, asked Wei Chu if he hated Xiao Xiao and if there was a misunderstanding between them. Wei Chu reiterated that he would handle Xiao Xiao’s situation and would not harm her, nor would he allow Piaopiao to get involved further.
Episode 21 Recap
Piaopiao asked Wei Chu if there was a misunderstanding between him and Xiao Xiao. Wei Chu assured her he would handle the matter himself and would not harm Xiao Xiao. Meanwhile, Bai Haiyang found Xiao Xiao training despite her injuries and expressed concern for her worsening condition, urging her to stop. Xiao Xiao, however, insisted she must reclaim the Eight Qi Gate, prompting Bai Haiyang to promise his unwavering support.
Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue discovered that Fang Ji was Xiao Xiao's maternal grandfather. Wei Chu then asked them to help locate the police officers who handled the kidnapping case two years prior. Wei Chu, accompanied by the police, arrived at Bai Haiyang's home. Bai Haiyang initially thought Wei Chu was there to arrest Xiao Xiao, but Wei Chu clarified that he intended to help her resolve her doubts.
They then took Xiao Xiao to the site of the past kidnapping. Wei Chu recounted how two years ago, Fang Ji had orchestrated the kidnapping of the heirs of the four great Tai Chi families, including Bai Haiyang, Chen Bing, Yang Ningxue, and Wei Chu himself, in an attempt to leverage them against their parents. Wei Chu and Fang Ji engaged in a fierce battle, both sustaining severe injuries.
Following their confrontation, Fang Ji committed suicide by poison, while Wei Chu was left near death due to the Eight Qi Palm. Xiao Xiao, however, was told by her family a different version of events: that Wei Chu poisoned her grandfather's tea, then staged the kidnapping to kill him. Wei Chu asserted that Fang Ji's death was unrelated to him and that he had a clear conscience.
He explained that he revealed the truth to Xiao Xiao to prevent her suspicions from putting Piaopiao in a difficult position. If Xiao Xiao still harbored doubts, Wei Chu offered a fair competition. Bai Haiyang reassured a distraught Xiao Xiao that she still had him. Xiao Xiao, unable to reconcile the conflicting narratives, decided she needed to uncover the full truth herself.
Later, Bai Haiyang brought Xiao Xiao some herbal medicine, asking why he remained so kind to her despite her past actions. Bai Haiyang expressed his understanding, saying they were both constrained by life, and he would accept all of her, even if others didn't. Xiao Xiao then desired to meet with Piaopiao and Wei Chu. Accompanied by Bai Haiyang, Xiao Xiao found them.
She apologized to Piaopiao for hurting her, assuring her it was unintentional and that she still considered Piaopiao her best friend. Addressing Wei Chu, Xiao Xiao stated she had not yet reached a conclusion regarding her grandfather's death, suggesting they discuss it later.
She revealed that her grandfather had designated her as the Eight Qi Gate Master, but now her cousin Tan Lin (originally Fang Lin) and her uncle Fang Zhaotian (also referred to as Wang Zhaotian) had seized the position. Xiao Xiao clarified that Fang Zhaotian was her sinister and highly skilled maternal uncle who had been expelled from the family.
She warned Piaopiao and Wei Chu that Fang Zhaotian would also participate in the National Martial Arts Congress, having integrated foreign martial arts into his Eight Qi Palm, making him even more formidable. She urged them to be cautious, both on and off the stage, explaining her warning was to prevent Fang Zhaotian from succeeding, as he was the one who severely injured her. Wei Chu acknowledged her warning.
Unaware of Xiao Xiao's new perspective, Yang Ningxue confronted Bai Haiyang upon discovering Xiao Xiao at his home, demanding she leave. Bai Haiyang, to protect Xiao Xiao, publicly declared her his girlfriend and asked Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue to leave. Xiao Xiao, weeping, insisted she had always been using him and never truly loved him. However, Bai Haiyang refused to believe her past happy smiles were false.
He pledged to love her for life, affirming that his home was her home, and there was no one more suitable to stay there than her. Deeply moved by Bai Haiyang's unwavering kindness, Xiao Xiao took him to Fang Ji's grave. There, she shared cherished memories of her grandfather teaching her martial arts.
She admitted her long-held belief that Wei Chu had killed her grandfather and that revenge was her life's purpose, but now, realizing her misunderstanding, she questioned her grandfather's past unethical actions against the Tai Chi descendants. Wei Chu spoke to his grandmother, Wei Min, about Piaopiao leading the Tai Chi system's five-member team in the upcoming National Martial Arts Congress, seeking her support.
Wei Min strongly opposed this, citing Piaopiao's insufficient experience and background, believing she lacked the qualifications to represent the Tai Chi school and that other sects would never agree. Wei Chu argued that Piaopiao's leadership would increase their chances of victory. After discussing Wei Min's resistance with Piaopiao, Wei Chu took on the responsibility of securing her grandmother's approval, instructing Piaopiao to focus solely on her training.
Later, Wei Chu comforted Piaopiao while stargazing, assuring her that Wei Min's concerns stemmed from fear of bringing shame to the Tai Chi system, but that Piaopiao, "his person," would never disgrace them. Following Wei Chu's plan, Bai Haiyang, Chen Bing, and Yang Ningxue approached Wei Min, advocating for Piaopiao as captain due to her leadership and skills, and invited Wei Min to the Tai Chi Pavilion to witness Piaopiao instructing students.
Wei Min, however, immediately recognized their "little trick" and, angered, left. Piaopiao, frustrated, accused Wei Chu of making things worse and declared she would handle her grandmother herself. Wei Chu then promised to be her unwavering support. Piaopiao then sought out Wei Min alone, emphasizing that her visit and intentions were her own.
She passionately explained how Wei Chu had guided her from initial disinterest to a deep understanding and love for Tai Chi, and her current desire to promote it. She affirmed her determination to participate in the Martial Arts Congress and serve as captain, confident her team would win. Impressed by Piaopiao's resolve, Wei Min agreed to a sparring match to assess her skills. During the match, Piaopiao respectfully deferred, acknowledging Wei Min's mastery.
Wei Min recognized Piaopiao's mature Tai Chi techniques and strong team awareness, concluding that Piaopiao was indeed more suitable for the captaincy than Chen Bing. Although other sects might still object, Piaopiao assured Wei Min she would prove her worth during the competition. Wei Min then inquired about the fifth member of the team, to which Wei Chu stated he and Piaopiao would find a solution, earning his grandmother's trust. Piaopiao and Wei Chu then shared a lighthearted moment, celebrating her success.
Episode 22 Recap
Wei Chu and Piaopiao were playing chess when Piaopiao asked Wei Chu to check her pulse, feeling generally weak and tired lately. Wei Chu, examining her, playfully told her she had a weak pulse, deficiency of qi and blood, arrhythmia, and endocrine imbalance, signs of a serious illness. Piaopiao scoffed at his teasing, insisting it couldn't be true.
Wei Chu then gently took her hand and turned her to face him, telling her not to be angry, as he would be heartbroken if she harmed herself. He pointed out her heavy dark circles and reiterated his earlier concerns were not to scare her, warning that her condition would worsen if she continued to overthink. He told her she needed to focus on her training and prepare for the Martial Arts Congress, cautioning her not to act alone.
When he then returned to the chess game, Piaopiao, still annoyed by his teasing, swept the chess pieces off the board. Wei Chu and Bai Haiyang reported to the principal about the Tai Chi Pavilion incident, confirming it was the work of Eight Qimen. Tan Lin, the door owner, was present but claimed to know nothing about the attack. The principal, dismayed, then sought police assistance.
The police arrested several individuals, who confirmed they were Eight Qimen disciples but claimed personal revenge, not official sect involvement. Later, when Tan Lin could not be found (having been secretly imprisoned by Fang Zhaotian), the principal decided to expel him. Wei Chu intervened, urging the principal not to make a hasty decision, suggesting the matter was more complicated and required further investigation. The principal, trusting Wei Chu, agreed.
Meanwhile, Tan Lin invited Fang Zhaotian for tea, secretly adding a potent substance to the "Duyun Maojian" tea he offered. However, Fang Zhaotian, an expert himself, detected the poison. He confronted Tan Lin, then had him imprisoned, dismissing Tan Lin's protests that the disciples of Eight Qimen would not tolerate such an act, as half the sect members were loyal to Fang Zhaotian.
Fang Zhaotian then gathered the disciples and falsely announced that Tan Lin had fallen ill with an infectious disease, thus appointing himself as the acting door owner. Although the disciples expressed doubt, none dared to challenge Fang Zhaotian due to his superior martial arts skills. Wei Chu's grandmother visited him and Piaopiao, expressing concern about the Tai Chi Pavilion being damaged. Wei Chu assured her they would protect themselves.
She then offered Piaopiao guidance, advising her that the essence of Tai Chi lies in acting spontaneously and maintaining a calm mindset. Wei Chu noticed Piaopiao's intense training and prepared her a special honeysuckle tea mixed with lemonade and honey to balance the natural astringency. Piaopiao found it delicious, playfully naming it "Ignore People Brand Honeysuckle Tea," and gratefully thanked Wei Chu, calling him "really good." One day, while Bai Haiyang was getting a drink, Fang Zhaotian approached Xiao Xiao.
He told her he wasn't trying to hurt her before, but was also deceived. He then claimed to have uncovered the true killer of her grandfather, Fangji: Tan Lin’s father. He twisted the narrative, suggesting that Fangji had truly wanted Xiao Xiao to succeed him, and Tan Lin’s father had secretly harbored ill intentions towards her. Fang Zhaotian revealed he had overthrown Tan Lin and offered Xiao Xiao the leadership of Eight Qimen.
He handed her a packet of powder, instructing her to put it in Piaopiao’s tea, guaranteeing Eight Qimen's victory in the upcoming Martial Arts Congress, which would cement their position as the top sect, fulfilling Fangji's supposed dying wish. Xiao Xiao took the packet, deep in thought. When Bai Haiyang returned, he noticed her troubled expression, but she dismissed it as feeling cold. That evening, Xiao Xiao met Piaopiao and offered her a cup of milk tea.
After drinking it, Piaopiao immediately felt unwell and collapsed. Fang Zhaotian emerged, confident that Xiao Xiao had fallen for his scheme, and mocked her, calling her as foolish as her grandfather. However, Xiao Xiao calmly retorted that it was yet to be seen who the truly foolish one was. At that moment, Wei Chu, Bai Haiyang, Chen Bing, and Yang Ningxue appeared, revealing that Fang Zhaotian had walked into a trap.
Xiao Xiao explained that she had deduced Fang Zhaotian was Fangji’s killer after realizing the powder he gave her was identical to the one used to poison her grandfather. As the group prepared to confront Fang Zhaotian, Wei Chu stopped them, stating he didn't wish to outnumber him. Instead, he challenged Fang Zhaotian to settle their conflict on the challenge arena at the upcoming Martial Arts Congress. Fang Zhaotian accepted.
Back at Wei Chu's place, Wei Chu announced that Xiao Xiao would join the Tai Chi team as the fifth member, to fight Eight Qimen together. Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue vehemently opposed, reminding everyone of Xiao Xiao's past affiliation with Eight Qimen, her role in attempting to dismantle Tai Chi, and her previous attacks on Wei Chu and Bai Haiyang.
Wei Chu explained that Xiao Xiao's combat abilities had largely recovered, and her prior animosity was based on a misunderstanding that had since been resolved. He emphasized that Xiao Xiao had studied Tai Chi before and possessed considerable skill. He also stated his desire to break down sectarian barriers, asserting that inclusiveness and broad-mindedness were fundamental principles of Tai Chi. Piaopiao publicly supported Xiao Xiao, revealing that Xiao Xiao had helped expose Fang Zhaotian's plot against her.
Xiao Xiao then sincerely apologized for her past mistakes, the pain she caused, and the deceptions she perpetrated, acknowledging her previous misunderstanding of Wei Chu and the Tai Chi team. She humbly requested an opportunity to join them, expressing her profound regret and her fervent wish to personally defeat Fang Zhaotian in the Martial Arts Congress to avenge her grandfather.
Piaopiao, as captain, accepted her, and after a moment of reflection, the rest of the team, including Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue, welcomed her. Wei Chu then acknowledged Piaopiao's support, saying it gave him courage. Wei Chu sought his grandmother's support for the new Tai Chi team, which now included Xiao Xiao. However, Wei's grandmother vehemently opposed the idea, citing the traditional rule that Tai Chi should not be taught outside the sect.
She argued that having a member of Eight Qimen, especially Xiao Xiao, on the Tai Chi team would bring disgrace upon them and violate their ancestors' rules. Wei Chu countered that such rigid adherence to tradition had led to Tai Chi's decline, and that embracing an open mindset was essential for its future. Piaopiao and Wei Chu both pledged to uphold Tai Chi's reputation. After much persuasion, Wei's grandmother eventually relented, entrusting the future of Tai Chi to them.
During their training, Bai Haiyang described Fang Zhaotian's unique fighting style, a brutal blend of Thai boxing and Malay boxing meant for "do-or-die" combat, warning Piaopiao to familiarize herself with it. The team members took turns sparring with Piaopiao to help her adapt to this aggressive style. Grandpa Feng also appeared, offering Piaopiao further guidance, emphasizing that true Tai Chi mastery comes from understanding its "intent" and embracing "emptiness of body and mind," rather than merely memorizing moves.
He cautioned that without this deeper understanding, she would not be able to defeat Fang Zhaotian. On the day of the 88th National Martial Arts Congress, the announcer revealed a new rule: the championship team would earn a spot at the World Martial Arts Congress, which would require a year of overseas training and competition.
Piaopiao was introduced as the captain of the Tai Chi team, with Bai Haiyang, Xiao Xiao, Chen Bing, and Yang Ningxue as team members, and Wei Chu as the substitute. The Eight Qimen team, led by Fang Zhaotian, also made their entrance. Piaopiao was visibly nervous before the competition. The team rallied around her, with Xiao Xiao giving her a lucky charm, Yang Ningxue offering her lucky hairpin, and Wei Chu holding her hand to "transfer energy."
As the elimination rounds began, Piaopiao confided in Wei Chu, revealing her inner conflict. Winning the championship meant going abroad for a year, an experience she now dreaded because it would separate her from him. She expressed her reluctance to leave him alone and questioned if not winning would allow her to stay by his side. Wei Chu noticed Piaopiao's training had become lackadaisical, with her spending more time playing than practicing.
He urged her to take her training seriously, reminding her that knowing the moves was not enough; she needed proficiency, especially against opponents who had trained for decades. He stressed the importance of this tournament for breaking sectarian views. Piaopiao argued she was "balancing work and rest" and "adjusting her state." Frustrated by her continued procrastination and casual attitude, Wei Chu told her he needed them to "separate for a while" to help her regain her focus on the competition.
Episode 23 Recap
Wei Chu made the difficult decision to temporarily separate from Feng Piaopiao, believing it would allow her to focus entirely on her training for the upcoming competition. Piaopiao was devastated by his words, which started with a gentle suggestion to train and escalated to him telling her to "get lost" when she kept asking how long they would be apart.
In a fit of anger and hurt, she threw her room card for his apartment at him and left for her dorm. Piaopiao was left in tears. Despite her sadness and frustration, Piaopiao found herself constantly thinking of Wei Chu. She went to his door multiple times, wanting to talk to him, but hesitated to knock, fearing his anger, and eventually returned to her dorm, feeling he was pushing her away over minor issues.
She also reflected on their shared memories and her desire to spend more time with him, even while knowing she needed to focus on her practice. The next morning, Piaopiao's distraught appearance at the Tai Chi system training grounds did not go unnoticed by Bai Haiyang, who offered her breakfast. When Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue arrived, Piaopiao confirmed she and Wei Chu were separating, a decision he made, and that she planned to train elsewhere.
Yang Ningxue, surprised, wanted to confront Wei Chu, but Chen Bing advised Bai Haiyang to go instead, believing he was more suited to the task. Bai Haiyang went to Wei Chu's home, where Wei Chu, having anticipated his visit, revealed his true reasons for the separation. Wei Chu explained that Fang Zhaotian was cunning and ruthless, capable of anything to win, and he feared Fang Zhaotian might target Piaopiao's grandfather, Feng Bingxing, before the matches to distract her.
He absolutely could not allow Piaopiao to be affected under any circumstances. Furthermore, Wei Chu believed it was time for Piaopiao to shed her dependence on him and achieve new heights through her own efforts. Bai Haiyang, understanding Wei Chu's selfless intentions, agreed to act as Piaopiao's temporary master and supervise her training according to a detailed plan provided by Wei Chu, while Wei Chu promised to handle all external threats and protect everyone.
Later, when Piaopiao was deep in thought about Wei Chu during her training, Bai Haiyang arrived. He gently reassured her that Wei Chu cared about her more than anyone else in the world, and Piaopiao, though still heartbroken, accepted his guidance and began her new training regimen focused on the flexibility of her moves. The National Martial Arts Congress finally commenced, drawing martial artists from various schools.
In the initial elimination rounds, all five members of the Tai Chi system—Bai Haiyang, Xiao Xiao, Chen Bing, Yang Ningxue, and Feng Piaopiao—along with four competitors from the eight Qimen, successfully advanced to the top twenty. Piaopiao, after winning her first match with a single powerful move, apologized to her teammates for her earlier distractions.
She declared that she was fighting not for Wei Chu or anyone else, but to prove that anyone, regardless of their background, could represent the Tai Chi system and achieve victory through hard work. Fang Zhaotian also easily won his first match, confidently asserting his determination to win the championship. During the ongoing tournament, Xiao Xiao expressed her concern to Bai Haiyang about Tan Lin's prolonged absence, suspecting he might have been imprisoned by Fang Zhaotian.
Bai Haiyang encouraged her to intervene, suggesting that since Fang Zhaotian had become their common enemy, Tan Lin could be a crucial witness in exposing him. Xiao Xiao indicated she likely knew Tan Lin's location, and they only needed to find a window when Fang Zhaotian was preoccupied. Bai Haiyang recommended they consult Wei Chu for advice. The competition intensified as it progressed to the subsequent elimination rounds, narrowing the field.
In a critical match, Chen Bing, representing the Tai Chi system, faced an opponent from eight Qimen. Despite Chen Bing's superior skill, the eight Qimen fighter resorted to dirty tactics, injuring Chen Bing's wrist and forcing his elimination. Yang Ningxue was deeply affected by Chen Bing's unexpected defeat, which disrupted her focus and led to her own loss against a skilled opponent in her subsequent match.
Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue expressed their apologies to the team, but their teammates reassured them, understanding the underhanded nature of their opponents. In the semi-finals, Bai Haiyang faced Liu Qing, a formidable opponent from Guiyuan who had defeated the Tai Chi system in a previous tournament. Unfortunately, Bai Haiyang was also eliminated. Following these setbacks, only Feng Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao remained from the Tai Chi system to advance.
Piaopiao then easily defeated an eight Qimen opponent, securing her spot in the next stage. Xiao Xiao also won her match against a Sanda master. Meanwhile, Fang Zhaotian visited the imprisoned Tan Lin and brazenly revealed his true intentions. He confessed that his return and actions were not for the glory of eight Qimen, but were backed by the power of Southeast Asian gangs.
He was using both eight Qimen and the National Martial Arts Congress as mere "chess pieces" to facilitate a large-scale gambling operation involving martial arts. His ultimate ambition was to become the "godfather of the underground black boxing world." Tan Lin condemned Fang Zhaotian's despicable scheme. Fang Zhaotian further revealed his plan to threaten Feng Piaopiao by abducting Feng Bingxing, forcing her to withdraw from the competition. However, Wei Chu had anticipated this move.
As Fang Zhaotian's men arrived at Feng Bingxing's house to carry out the abduction, they were met by police officers, who, thanks to Wei Chu's prior arrangements, immediately arrested them. Bai Haiyang later confirmed that it was Wei Chu who had orchestrated the timely intervention, having foreseen Fang Zhaotian's attempts to manipulate Piaopiao by targeting her grandfather. The day of the semi-finals and finals arrived.
Piaopiao was scheduled to fight Fang Zhaotian in a semi-final match, while Xiao Xiao was to face Liu Qing from Guiyuan. However, as the opening time approached, Xiao Xiao was nowhere to be seen, and her phone went unanswered. Piaopiao, growing increasingly anxious, had to walk onto the competition floor alone.
Just as the announcer declared only seconds remained before Tai Chi would be disqualified due to Xiao Xiao's absence, Wei Chu appeared at the last second and took his place beside Piaopiao. A small smile touched Piaopiao's lips at his timely arrival.
Episode 24 (Ending) Recap
After Xiao Xiao suffered an injury in a match, she was unable to continue competing. According to the rules, Wei Chu, as the substitute player, stepped in to take her place. Wei Chu's first opponent was Liu Qing, a formidable expert from the Guiyuan sect who had previously defeated Bai Haiyang and Yang Ningxue. Although Wei Chu had been injured for several years, his martial arts had not deteriorated; instead, his moves had become more flexible and varied.
He quickly subdued Liu Qing in just a few moves, successfully advancing to the next round. The second match featured Feng Piaopiao against Wang Zhaotian of the Eight Qimen. Piaopiao fought with all her might, but her strength was slightly inferior, and she found herself in dangerous situations multiple times. However, Piaopiao refused to give up and persistently continued the fight. Seeing her struggle, Wei Chu intervened, stopping Wang Zhaotian from inflicting a severe blow and rescuing Piaopiao.
This act resulted in Piaopiao forfeiting the match. After the match, Wei Chu tenderly reminded Piaopiao not to make a futile stand, explaining that continuing such a fight could cost her life, as it nearly cost him his years ago. He told her to rest well and leave everything else to him. Wei Chu and Wang Zhaotian then faced each other in the finals. Wang Zhaotian showed no mercy towards his strong opponent.
Wei Chu, who could have won with a single move, initially held back, giving Wang Zhaotian some leeway. However, Wang Zhaotian did not appreciate the gesture and instead intensified his attacks. After his initial courtesy, Wei Chu stopped holding back and delivered a decisive counterattack, striking Wang Zhaotian to the ground, leaving him helpless. Wei Chu won the championship for the Tai Chi sect, fulfilling everyone's expectations.
Feng Piaopiao, as the individual champion, would lead the Tai Chi team to represent China in the World Martial Arts Congress. It was also noted by the commentator that Piaopiao and Xiao Xiao were not traditional Tai Chi inheritors, highlighting that the Tai Chi sect had broken free from traditional barriers. While Wang Zhaotian was busy competing, Xiao Xiao, Bai Haiyang, and Wei Chu jointly rescued Tan Lin, who had been imprisoned by Wang Zhaotian for many days.
Based on Tan Lin's report and with police cooperation, Wang Zhaotian was arrested after the match on charges of illegal detention and attempted kidnapping, leading to the dismantling of his gang. Tan Lin accused Wang Zhaotian of being deservedly punished. Meanwhile, Feng Piaopiao, in her acceptance speech as captain, expressed gratitude to her friends and especially thanked someone for teaching her how to love and accept love, and for showing her that effort always yields results.
She ended by stating her desire to spread Tai Chi globally for all to see. Following the victory, Feng Piaopiao, using the information Wei Chu had left for her, found him. She initially struggled to understand a cryptic poem Wei Chu had posted, but he eventually guided her to read the first character of each line, revealing the hidden message: "Hold the hand, Grow Old With You."
Wei Chu then knelt on one knee, presented a ring, and solemnly proposed to Feng Piaopiao, expressing his desire to always hold her hand and protect her for life. Piaopiao, deeply moved, tearfully accepted his proposal. Later, Bai Haiyang and Xiao Xiao, who had helped Wei Chu set up the romantic scene, shared their joy. During this time, Tai Chi and Eight Qimen also became friendly.
Grandma Wei and Grandpa Feng met, with Grandma Wei reflecting on how the younger generation achieved what they couldn't years ago, acknowledging it was time for Tai Chi to shed its sectarian views and display its national art to the world. Grandpa Feng agreed, feeling blessed to witness the breaking of traditional barriers in his lifetime. Inspired, Bai Haiyang returned home and convinced his parents to abolish the traditional inheritance system of Bai-style Tai Chi, and they readily agreed.
Similarly, Chen Bing and Yang Ningxue convinced their respective families to open up their Tai Chi styles. Consequently, more and more people eagerly joined Tai Chi classes, learning the authentic traditional martial arts. Everyone gathered at Wei Chu's home for a graduation dinner for him and Bai Haiyang. Feng Piaopiao, however, was anxious about their impending separation after graduation.
Wei Chu reassured her, telling her that she was the most precious person in his life and that he couldn't imagine living without her. They sat quietly for a while, comforting each other. During the dinner, the couples shared their aspirations. Bai Haiyang announced his plan to open a Tai Chi Pavilion near the school after the World Martial Arts Congress to teach children, and Xiao Xiao pledged to join him.
Chen Bing publicly vowed to hold a romantic wedding for Yang Ningxue after the World Martial Arts Congress. Wei Chu, holding Piaopiao's hand, publicly vowed to always be by her side. A video call from Yueshan briefly interrupted the festivities, sparking a hint of jealousy from Wei Chu, before everyone raised a toast, wishing the Tai Chi team success at the World Martial Arts Congress.
As the Tai Chi team prepared to depart for the World Martial Arts Congress, Piaopiao was once again saddened by the thought of being separated from Wei Chu. However, Wei Chu surprised her by revealing that his injuries had fully healed, and he would accompany the team abroad as a substitute player. Overjoyed, Piaopiao embraced him, and Wei Chu reaffirmed his promise to always be by her side.
One year later, in Los Angeles, at the World Martial Arts Congress's double finals, Wei Chu and Feng Piaopiao displayed perfect teamwork. They defeated their powerful opponents, securing victory and successfully bringing Tai Chi to the global stage.
