To Get Her Episode 4 Recap
> To Get Her Recap
Lin Zhen'er, relegated to her room which she considers a "Cold Palace," felt a profound sense of helplessness and boredom, regretting that her good intentions had been misunderstood and she had failed to achieve her goals. In her distress, she took out her cell phone, which she realized had traveled with her in her pocket, and put on her headphones to listen to music. Despite the lack of signal, it offered some distraction.
Her solace was short-lived when an attendant arrived to summon her to Princess Royal's palace. Upon her arrival, Lin Zhen'er greeted Princess Royal, who commented on her unconventional manners, attributing them to her being General Shengyuan's daughter. Princess Royal then spoke at length about her deep concern for Tu Siyi, whom she had raised since his mother's early death, treating him as her own son.
She expressed her desire for Tu Siyi to become the Crown Prince, stating that while he had worked hard, his direction was misguided, ultimately achieving nothing. Princess Royal subtly disparaged Lin Zhen'er, implying that as General Shengyuan's daughter, she was now obsolete in a peaceful era and, with her family line ended, could no longer serve the court. Lin Zhen'er found Princess Royal's words offensive.
Princess Royal finally revealed her true intention, explaining that Tu Siyi's future as monarch hinged on his ability to stabilize neighboring countries, and that a marriage alliance with the Huanyue State princess was in the works. She then produced a writing of divorcement, demanding that Lin Zhen'er leave Tu Siyi for his own good. In a moment of desperation, Lin Zhen'er blurted out that she was pregnant, just as Tu Siyi arrived.
Tu Siyi immediately asserted his authority, warning everyone not to touch his princess or his "prince's descendant." Princess Royal, caught off guard, attempted to cover her actions by claiming she had arranged for an imperial doctor to help Lin Zhen'er conceive. Tu Siyi thanked his aunt but firmly declared that in the future, anyone wishing to see Lin Zhen'er must first seek his permission.
Back at the residence, Tu Siyi, still unconvinced by Lin Zhen'er's sudden announcement, ordered Shen Daifu to examine her. Lin Zhen'er, using her mystical abilities, cleverly manipulated her pulse to mimic a genuine pregnancy. Shen Daifu, after taking her pulse and prompting Tu Siyi to 'listen' to the supposed heartbeat, confirmed that Lin Zhen'er was indeed pregnant. Tu Siyi, utterly bewildered, insisted that he and Lin Zhen'er had never consummated their marriage.
Lin Zhen'er quickly fabricated a story, claiming that they had, but he had forgotten due to his amnesia after falling from his horse. She vividly described a night where he had feigned drunkenness and behaved "lecherously," pointing to various spots in the room where their intimate encounter supposedly occurred.
Tu Siyi, despite his initial skepticism and attempts to poke holes in her story regarding his aversion to alcohol and the season, eventually seemed to be swayed by her detailed (albeit fictional) account and Shen Daifu's earlier confirmation. Although he initially chided Lin Zhen'er for her shamelessness, he eventually apologized for his past wrongs and promised to take care of her and the baby, instructing her to keep the pregnancy a secret for their safety in the complex palace environment.
Lin Zhen'er, relieved but also aware of the escalating lie, resolved to complete her mission and escape the game before her deception was exposed. Meanwhile, Tu Siya was out, first engaging in acts of chivalry in a tavern, then showing kindness while eating. She intervened when a woman was being harassed over a five-tael debt, generously giving the woman ten taels. Later, two young boys begged for food from her, then subtly stole her money pouch.
A man named Cui Xun, who had observed both incidents, retrieved her purse and the ten taels she had given away, revealing that both the woman and the boys were known fraudsters. Grateful, Tu Siya invited Cui Xun to join her for a meal. During their conversation, Cui Xun, a martial artist, claimed to possess an ancestral qin made by his grandfather, who was supposedly the Retired Emperor's teacher.
He spun a tale of his grandfather's desire to live in seclusion, thus explaining why his family was unknown at court, despite Tu Siya's probing questions about his grandfather's identity and family name. Cui Xun then lamented his own struggles, admitting he was penniless after years of aimless wandering in the martial arts world and intended to pawn the treasured qin.
Moved by his story, Tu Siya impulsively offered to buy the qin for sixty taels, ten more than any pawnshop would offer, with the option for him to buy it back later. Believing she had acquired a valuable antique, Tu Siya eagerly returned home to show it to Tu Siyi. To her dismay, Tu Siyi immediately recognized the qin as poorly made and virtually worthless, estimating its value at only five coins.
He quickly deduced that Tu Siya had been conned, again. Tu Siya was furious, vowing revenge on Cui Xun. Her frustration grew when she saw Tu Siyi diligently writing down names for a child, realizing that Lin Zhen'er was indeed pregnant. Remembering the previous animosity between Tu Siyi and Lin Zhen'er, she felt deeply betrayed and thought the world was "insincere." Since Lin Zhen'er's supposed pregnancy, Tu Siyi's attitude underwent a dramatic shift.
He began caring for her meticulously, preparing light breakfasts with sweet-scented osmanthus to prevent morning sickness, taking her for daily walks for fresh air, and even playing "tunes for fetuses" for the baby's well-being. He also meticulously planned to personally choose fabric and dye for the baby's clothes, ensuring their quality due to the baby's delicate skin, explaining that servants wouldn't understand such details.
Lin Zhen'er, while appreciating the attention, was increasingly anxious to complete her mission and leave before her fake pregnancy was exposed. One evening, her maid, Mu Yan, excitedly told her that Tu Siyi had purchased several cattle, even some from Japan. Lin Zhen'er, who had been longing for hearty food after days of bland meals, was overjoyed, imagining a feast of various beef dishes like stewed beef, sauced beef, beef hotpot, and beef ball noodles.
However, her hopes were dashed the next morning when Tu Siyi presented her with only milk, explaining that Shen Daifu had advised that it was rich in nutrients and beneficial for the baby's bones. He even cited an exaggerated tale of Northern warriors thriving on milk, which Shen Daifu sheepishly admitted he had merely "casually mentioned."
Tu Siyi instructed Mu Yan to replace all of Lin Zhen'er's tea with milk and assured her he was having milk-based pastries made and learning more tunes for fetuses. Lin Zhen'er, disgusted by the bland diet, erupted in anger, refusing to drink milk and declaring that humans are carnivores who need meat, naming salmon, hotpot, and fried chicken as her desires.
She called Tu Siyi a "male chauvinist pig," dismissed his concerns for the baby's nutrition, and stormed off, declaring she didn't want to be pregnant. After her outburst, Tu Siyi reflected on his actions. When he asked Shen Daifu if he was wrong, Shen Daifu confirmed that Tu Siyi's sudden shift from indifference to extreme care was clearly only for the unborn child, making Lin Zhen'er feel neglected.
Lin Zhen'er, alone in her room, lamented that Tu Siyi always prioritized himself, regardless of the world they were in, and that she was still hungry. Determined to truly understand Lin Zhen'er's experience, Tu Siyi asked Shen Daifu to fashion a heavy package that mimicked an eight-month pregnancy and wore it. Carrying this 'belly' and a meal of both meat and vegetables, he then approached a still-sulking Lin Zhen'er, finally making her laugh.
He explained that he now understood the constant backache and the elderly gait of a pregnant woman. He also mentioned Shen Daifu's advice that pregnancy could cause irritability due to hormonal changes. With genuine empathy, he apologized for his previous insensitivity and promised that she could eat whatever she desired from then on, regardless of nutritional concerns.
Touched by his efforts, Lin Zhen'er recalled their past relationship with Tu Siyi before his amnesia, noting that they always reconciled quickly after arguments, realizing their quarrels were born from love. Their last argument, however, had been cut short by his accident before they could make amends. Tu Siyi, confused by these memories, suggested that once his memory returned, they could finish that quarrel. Lin Zhen'er readily agreed, sealing the promise.
