The Love Lasts Two Minds Episode 19 Recap
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Zhao Yan announced his intention to escort two convicts back to the capital for continued investigation with the Court of Judicial Review. He explained that Prince Bo had requested Mu Beiyan to escort Lord He’s coffin back to the capital for the funeral arrangements, and Zuo Yanxi, now cleared, would return with Mu Beiyan. Zhao Yan then suggested that Yuan Qinhe should also return to the capital, as her mother was actively searching for her.
Yuan Qinhe feigned memory loss, claiming she couldn't recall anything from her past, to which Zhao Yan remarked that perhaps not remembering was better, as "living a simple life can make people happier." Observing their conversation, Yun Duo expressed concern to Princess Changle that Yuan Qingli was still attempting to seduce Mr. Zhao, even in Qinhe. Princess Changle dismissed the worry, stating that Sheriff Jing was the only one Yuan Qinhe cared for.
She even added that if she could stay longer, she would help Yuan Qinhe win Sheriff Jing, thereby eliminating a rival for Mr. Zhao's affection. Yuan Qinhe later visited Princess Changle, offering assistance for her journey. Princess Changle declined the help but encouraged Yuan Qinhe not to give up on Sheriff Jing, despite his difficult nature, praising his good looks and talent. Yuan Qinhe declared her unwavering commitment to Jing Zhiwan, asserting, "I’ll never give up on him."
Their conversation became more relaxed, with Princess Changle teasing Yuan Qinhe about her former "poser" persona in the capital. Yuan Qinhe, surprised, inquired about her past relationship with her mother, mentioning her memory loss. Princess Changle revealed that Yuan Qinhe and her mother "never got along well with each other" and didn't know if they were biologically related. Before her departure, Princess Changle generously left all her belongings for Yuan Qinhe.
Meanwhile, Jing Ci instructed Xiaohan to follow Princess Changle's convoy back to the capital to monitor the progress of the intricate Lord He's case and Princess Changle's case, assuring her that his aunt and Heng would protect him. After Princess Changle and Zhao Yan departed, Li DaRen announced that he would treat the constables to buried wine for their hard work. Yuan Qinhe joined the constables in digging for the wine.
When they invited her to drink with them, she excused herself, saying, "I’ll go ask Sheriff Jing if he will go." Yuan Qinhe then approached Jing Zhiwan, inviting him to drink with Ding Cao and the others. Jing Zhiwan questioned her desire to drink "with these men," to which she confessed, "Actually, I just want to have a drink with you." He advised her to seek out Mu Beiyan, her fiancé, who was fond of drinking.
Jing Zhiwan then confronted her directly, stating that Mu Beiyan, Zhao Yan, and Princess Changle all knew her true identity, asking if she still intended to "deny that you’re Yuan Qingli." Believing her engagement was the obstacle, Yuan Qinhe declared, "I’ll call off the engagement. I won’t give up." Jing Zhiwan responded that while she was free to do as she wished, he wouldn't reciprocate her feelings, adding, "I hope that you can stop your senseless attempt.
You’re causing yourself trouble, and disturbing me as well." Yuan Qinhe, sensing his affection despite his denials, cried, "You rejected me again! But I believe you’ve got a thing for me. I trust my feelings. You obviously like me. But then, you just wouldn’t admit it." Jing Zhiwan then took out a pouch, explaining that she strongly resembled the girl who embroidered it, and he sometimes mistakenly saw her as that girl, for which he apologized.
Yuan Qinhe was deeply hurt, questioning why he'd make her a substitute when he had previously told her they were very close and had been together. She accused him of lying, vowing, "I won’t give up unless you don’t have any feelings for me at all." She then ran off. Left alone, Jing Zhiwan coughed violently into his handkerchief, revealing traces of blood.
On their journey, Zhao Yan and Princess Changle’s convoy, transporting the two convicts, suddenly halted when a guard reported that the prisoners were unwell. Upon inspection, Zhao Yan discovered that both convicts had died from snake venom. Princess Changle questioned the unusual presence of snakes at that time of year, finding the situation "very weird," suspecting foul play.
Lord Ye, who had been traveling with Princess Changle, complained about the bad day and immediately opted to continue his journey alone, stating he didn't want to encounter any more misfortunes. Xiaohan, secretly observing from a distance, realized that Marquis Duan’s suspicions were confirmed: Lord He’s case was indeed complex, and someone had dared to silence the witnesses even in the presence of Princess Changle.
Meanwhile, at Prince He’s residence, a servant informed Mu Beiyan that Yuan Qinhe was waiting for him, but seemed to be "not in a good mood." Mu Beiyan approached her, finding her drinking alone. She explained her visit was to see him off as he prepared to escort his father’s coffin and to resolve their past "enmity." She apologized for her previous behavior, but Mu Beiyan, still in a period of mourning, politely declined to drink.
Yuan Qinhe apologized for her oversight. Mu Beiyan expressed his regret that if he hadn't been so willful, his father "wouldn’t have died." Yuan Qinhe offered to keep him company as she continued to drink. Sensing her distress, Mu Beiyan asked if anything was bothering her, offering to help. Yuan Qinhe finally asked him to annul their engagement, stating, "I’m not Yuan Qingli anymore. I don’t even know what happened between us before. . .
I think we were just friends before. . . I don’t want to marry you." Mu Beiyan understood, acknowledging that her previous escape to become a constable instead of marrying him indicated her true feelings. Yuan Qinhe, in her drunken state, declared she was much happier as a constable, especially because she could meet people like Jing Zhiwan. Mu Beiyan agreed to annul the engagement, confirming, "You’re not the same Yuan Qingli anymore. You can do whatever you want."
Elated, Yuan Qinhe confided that other men felt like "big caterpillars" to her, but Jing Zhiwan was different; she felt an immediate connection to him and yearned to be with him "forever." She wondered if losing her memory had made her "really stupid" for relentlessly chasing him despite his rejections. Mu Beiyan reassured her, affirming that her current sincere and cute self was "much better than before."
Inspired, Yuan Qinhe, still wobbly from drink, shouted, "Jing Zhiwan, I’m not giving up. Wait and see! I’ll conquer you!" Mu Beiyan caught her as she stumbled, muttering that Jing Zhiwan, as Marquis Duan, was a suitable match for her, but wondered about his own fate. Yuan Qinhe drunkenly praised Mu Beiyan as "a nice person. A very nice one."
Mu Beiyan then offered to take her back, asking her to see him off the next day, which she agreed to in her dazed state. He then carried her to a carriage. Earlier, Jing Ci had received nourishing pills from Lord Zhao, brought by Eunuch Wei, who also hinted at Lord Zhao's intentions for Princess Zesheng to marry into the Yong country, a revelation that visibly surprised Jing Ci.
Jing Ci then arrived at Shuxin Clinic, where he had caught sight of Mu Beiyan assisting a drunken Yuan Qinhe into a carriage, a sight that caused him to frown. Zuo Yanxi took Jing Ci’s pulse, confirming that he was still poisoned, and despite taking medication, his condition was "worse than before." Jing Ci affirmed he was taking Lord Zhao’s pills. Zuo Yanxi examined the pills and concluded they were harmless, meticulously prepared with high-quality herbs.
Zuo Yanxi confessed that he had been monitoring Jing Ci's diet and surroundings since his first poisoning in Qinhe but had yet to find the source. As he was returning to the capital and would no longer be able to treat him, he gave Jing Ci two detox pills, instructing him to take them immediately if the poison flared up, warning that without them, he would suffer "organ failure within three days."
Jing Ci thanked him, promising to take good care of himself. The following morning, Yuan Qinhe woke up with a headache, realizing she had overslept and missed Mu Beiyan’s departure. Rushing out, she collided with Jing Zhiwan, who informed her that Mu Beiyan had "left the city" after he had just seen Zuo Yanxi off. Yuan Qinhe regretted her tardiness, but then declared that she would not leave Qinhe as long as Jing Zhiwan was there.
Jing Zhiwan was then shown having a flashback to a girl named Feng Mianwan, who spoke of him as her family and her willingness to do anything for his well-being. Later, Jing Ci's aunt, concerned about his persistent ill health and Zuo Yanxi’s departure, urged him to return to the capital, but Jing Ci assured her he was fine. Just then, a constable reported "another major crime!"
Jing Zhiwan, Li DaRen, and Yuan Qinhe rushed to the riverbank, where a woman explained that her daughter had discovered exposed bodies after recent heavy rains. Yuan Qinhe quickly deduced that the storm had caused the riverbank to collapse, revealing the corpses, and noted the lingering foul odor. When the constables confirmed five bodies had been found, Yuan Qinhe moved to examine them.
However, Jing Zhiwan asked her to "send them back" (the traumatized mother and daughter) while he and Li DaRen inspected the scene. After escorting them away, Yuan Qinhe burned incense made from Cangzhu) and Zaojiao to alleviate the stench. Li DaRen complained about the overwhelming smell, and Yuan Qinhe offered Jing Zhiwan a pill to suppress the nausea, explaining it was for him since he was taking over her duty.
Jing Zhiwan reported that all five victims were young adult males, unidentifiable due to severe decomposition, and had died from stab wounds three to four months prior. He noted that one victim’s undergarments were made of finely crafted, patterned fabric popular in the capital. Yuan Qinhe concluded that they were likely "a master and his four servants" from the capital, suggesting robbery as a motive since no luggage was found and their outer robes were missing. Jing Zhiwan delivered a shocking detail: "The little finger of their right hand was cut off," leaving Li DaRen and Yuan Qinhe stunned.
