Twelve Legends Episode 18 Recap
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Ye Qingchun, deeply saddened, closed down his beloved fashion boutique, Christine's Fashion Store, dismissing his employees. He explained that he had given them shares when he opened the store, and now that it was closing, the money belonged to them. Customers and staff expressed their regrets, noting the chaos in society and wishing him well.
His sister, Ye Li Na, was with him, tearfully recalling how he had borrowed money from friends, including her pocket money, to open the shop despite their father's disapproval. Ye Qingchun comforted her, telling her not to cry and to think of joyful things. He revealed that his father had agreed to help save Jin Xingjian, on the condition that Ye Qingchun close the shop and return home to take over the family business.
He emphasized that Jin Xingjian was his most important friend, and while his dream of design was important, Jin's life was more so. He then instructed Ye Li Na to wait in the car while he locked up. Meanwhile, Yu Shao Bai convened with his subordinate, the One-Eyed General. Yu Shao Bai lamented his failure to acquire the other half of the Bright Night Pearl, revealing that his own half almost reverted to Ye Ming.
The One-Eyed General suggested this might be because the pearl originally belonged to Ye Ming, but Yu Shao Bai vehemently claimed it as his own. Yu Shao Bai admitted that Ye Ming had always maintained her guard around him, and he had underestimated the depth of her feelings for Jin Xingjian. Recognizing that his "pity act" was unsustainable, he stressed the urgency of their plans.
He affirmed that Jin Xingjian was under their control and would not escape death this time, despite knowing that Jin Xingjian was aware Yu Shao Bai’s internal power was too weak to absorb the pearl. He ordered the One-Eyed General to find powerful nourishing substances for him and firmly declared that Jin Xingjian must die.
Bai Jin Gang's cousin informed him that Jin Xingjian was to be released due to the influence of Ye Qingchun’s father, Old Master Ye, who had close ties with the British. Bai Jin Gang was surprised by Old Master Ye's intervention, as he typically didn't get involved in such matters. He also noted Ye Qingchun's significant sacrifice—closing his beloved boutique and returning to the family business—all for Jin Xingjian.
Despite the British orders, Bai Jin Gang, harboring deep resentment against Jin Xingjian, declared that his release didn’t mean the end of their conflict. He proclaimed that any unfortunate incidents after Jin's release would not be his responsibility. He ordered his men to prepare explosives, instructing them to capture Jin Xingjian the following morning after his release from the police station and bomb him into ashes outside the city.
When his cousin expressed concern about how they would explain this to the British, Bai Jin Gang remained resolute. That night, Bai Jin Gang personally visited Jin Xingjian in his cell. He mockingly acknowledged Jin's ability to garner support from the British but asserted that he was not powerless.
He reminded Jin that he had caused him to lose an ear and demanded his life in return, suggesting Jin should not involve others like Lian Xuan and the female demon, Xiao Qing. Bai Jin Gang then revealed his knowledge of Xiao Qing being a female demon and, more startlingly, that Jin himself was a male stone demon, highly susceptible to explosives.
He claimed this information came from a "capable demon," confirming Jin Xingjian's suspicion that Yu Shao Bai was behind Bai Jin Gang’s actions. Bai Jin Gang further taunted Jin about his inability to use his supernatural powers, which were suppressed by a special bullet, and advised him to simply accept his impending doom. The following morning, Jin Xingjian was released from the police station.
Ye Li Na arrived to pick him up, only to see Bai Jin Gang's men already taking him away in a car. She pursued them, and Lian Xuan, who was secretly observing, followed suit. They reached a remote location outside the city where Jin Xingjian was tied up. Bai Jin Gang's men prevented Ye Li Na from getting closer, warning her that their boss intended to test a new batch of Western explosives.
Horrified, Ye Li Na realized their plan to bomb Jin Xingjian. Just then, Lian Xuan intervened, rescuing Ye Li Na from the thugs, and together they rushed towards Jin Xingjian. Bai Jin Gang lit the fuse, taunting Jin Xingjian about his impending demise. Jin defiantly retorted, questioning if Bai thought he would survive after killing him. Bai Jin Gang vowed to blast him into ashes.
Lian Xuan attempted to reach Jin, but he and Ye Li Na were held back as the explosives detonated. Ye Li Na screamed in despair. Surveying the aftermath and finding no bodies, Bai Jin Gang concluded that Jin Xingjian and Lian Xuan had been "bombed into pieces." However, unknown to Bai Jin Gang, Xiao Qing had swiftly rescued Lian Xuan, while Ye Ming had arrived just in time to save Jin Xingjian, preventing their complete annihilation.
Lian Xuan, severely injured, regained consciousness and cried out Jin Xingjian's name, heartbroken by what he believed to be his friend's death. In his grief, he initially blamed Xiao Qing for failing to save Jin Xingjian, but seeing her weakened state, he quickly relented, realizing she had put herself in harm's way to rescue him. Overwhelmed by self-reproach for not protecting his brother, Lian Xuan vowed to avenge Jin by killing Bai Jin Gang immediately.
However, Xiao Qing stopped him, reminding him that if he died, she would be left alone, emphasizing that she couldn't bear to watch him die. Ye Ming rescued Jin Xingjian and found him with a gunshot wound to his chest. She chided him for being unable to avoid a simple bullet, to which Jin Xingjian replied that his seal, his true form, was gone.
Ye Ming admonished him for his carelessness with such a crucial item, and then carefully extracted an enchanted bullet from his chest, recognizing its unusual nature. She pressed him to identify the culprit, and Jin Xingjian directly accused Yu Shao Bai, stating that Yu Shao Bai had also stolen his seal. Though Ye Ming already harbored suspicions, she feigned disbelief, questioning why Jin Xingjian would care for her life if she wouldn't trust him.
Jin Xingjian countered that she refused to tell him the full truth. They concluded that they both acted according to their own convictions. Later, Ye Ming confronted Yu Shao Bai, informing him that she had gone to rescue Jin Xingjian. Yu Shao Bai feigned nonchalance, asserting that her actions were her own freedom.
Ye Ming then recounted the suspicious details of Jin Xingjian's near-demise: the Qing Gang's elaborate bombing plot, their apparent knowledge that Jin was a demon, the stolen seal that weakened his powers, and the use of an enchanted bullet. She subtly implied that such a meticulously planned attack could only have come from someone intimately familiar with Jin Xingjian's vulnerabilities, then directly asked Yu Shao Bai if he was responsible.
Yu Shao Bai vehemently denied any involvement, claiming he would never jeopardize their relationship by taking revenge on Jin Xingjian, despite their historical animosity. Ye Ming apologized for her rash suspicions, and Yu Shao Bai urged her to place more trust in him.
While Ye Li Na and Ye Qingchun were mourning Jin Xingjian's presumed death, with Ye Li Na blaming herself and Ye Qingchun comforting her, Lian Xuan, who had already been reunited with Xiao Qing and realized his own survival, suddenly found himself facing the impossible: Jin Xingjian walked into the room. Ye Li Na, initially thinking she was hallucinating, realized Jin was truly alive when both Lian Xuan and Ye Qingchun reacted with shock and joy.
Everyone was overjoyed that Jin Xingjian had survived. Jin explained that he had been shot but assured them it wasn't serious, stressing the importance of keeping his survival a secret from Bai Jin Gang. They decided to hide in Hua Xue Gallery, believing the "most dangerous place is often the safest."
Ye Qingchun escorted Jin Xingjian, Lian Xuan, and Xiao Qing to the back of the gallery, where they scaled the wall and entered a hidden room before Ye Qingchun departed to assume his family responsibilities. Ye Li Na insisted on staying to care for Jin Xingjian, but he gently refused. Lian Xuan, using Xiao Qing as an excuse, left the secret room to find her.
Left alone, Ye Li Na told Jin Xingjian that she now understood that only Ye Ming was truly compatible with him, and that she no longer harbored romantic feelings for him, considering him instead as her brother. She expressed her belief that Ye Ming would eventually understand him and return to his side. Jin Xingjian gratefully accepted her as his sister.
In the days that followed, Jin Xingjian remained hidden in a secret room within Hua Xue Gallery, unable to expose himself. His friends were recovering from the recent events. Lian Xuan and Xiao Qing’s relationship grew more intimate, akin to a mortal couple. One morning, Lian Xuan was woken by Xiao Qing, who was attempting to make buns.
He playfully teased her about her poor cooking, which she defended by saying human food was difficult to prepare and she learned from Madam Zhang. Lian Xuan, recognizing her need for activity after her injuries, took over the task, demonstrating his culinary skills. Meanwhile, Yu Shao Bai’s health continued to decline. Ye Ming offered to transfer her internal energy to him, but he refused, fearing he might harm her again and insisting he could endure it.
Lian Xuan brought food, including his freshly made buns, to Jin Xingjian in the secret room. He urged Jin to focus on recovery, promising to retrieve his stolen seal and bring Ye Ming back. Jin Xingjian, however, cautioned Lian Xuan against acting rashly, warning him that he was no match for Yu Shao Bai without Jin’s seal. Lian Xuan scoffed, reminding Jin of his recent near-death experiences by bullet and bomb without his seal, and questioned his arrogance.
Jin maintained he had his own plan. Later, Ye Ming was seen lingering outside Hua Xue Gallery. Lian Xuan appeared, noticing her presence and teasing her about being there to "capture" him. Ye Ming, concerned, inquired about Jin Xingjian’s condition. Lian Xuan reassured her that Jin was "not going to die" and encouraged her to visit him, suggesting Jin would be happy to see her. Ye Ming declined.
Lian Xuan then pressed her, implying she was rushing back to Yu Shao Bai, whom he referred to as a "bat." He tried to persuade her to enter the gallery, offering to accompany her to retrieve Jin's seal and eliminate Yu Shao Bai. Ye Ming responded with a dismissive comment about "all you demons being the same."
