Unforgettable Love Episode 9 Recap
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After Qin Yiyue was pushed down the stairs by Yang Shenghuai's mother, He Qiaoyan rushed her to the hospital. Although Qin Yiyue protested his touch, an X-ray confirmed she had a ligament strain and a sprained ankle, not a fracture, and would need two to three weeks to recover. Her attending physician was her ex-boyfriend, Zhou Ziyang. He Qiaoyan demanded another doctor, but Qin Yiyue insisted on Zhou Ziyang's professionalism and asked He Qiaoyan to wait outside.
Privately, Qin Yiyue told Zhou Ziyang that their past was over and she didn't need his feigned concern. When a nurse brought crutches, He Qiaoyan immediately re-entered the room and, ignoring Qin Yiyue's protests, carried her out in a princess carry, stating she wouldn't have gotten hurt if she could manage herself.
Meanwhile, Yang Shenghuai's mother posted a malicious accusation on Weibo, alleging Qin Yiyue was negligent, misdiagnosed her son, and assaulted her family, all while indulging in her role as Mrs. He and seeking public attention. Wen Gu informed He Qiaoyan that despite Qin Yiyue's innocence, her special status as He Qiaoyan's wife had caused the incident to escalate publicly. Yang Shenghuai's mother also organized freelance journalists to gather at the hospital for a live stream.
Qin Yiyue was nearly swarmed by them before her senior, Ning Fang, arrived and swiftly took her away. Ning Fang, angry that Qin Yiyue's kindness was being exploited again, insisted she shouldn't go out alone, offering to be her constant protector. Later, Ye Qing, Qin Yiyue's colleague and former school junior, further slandered her online, questioning her medical abilities and suggesting her personal life distracted her from a child patient with a severe psychological disorder.
Qin Yiyue, however, maintained a clear conscience. He Qiaoyan immediately put a halt to all important company projects, including a crucial meeting with Mr. Jackson and his team from the Edmond Group, to fully address the defamation against Qin Yiyue. He instructed his PR and legal teams to prepare lawsuits against Yang Shenghuai's mother and all media accounts spreading false rumors.
He Qiaoyan then confronted Ye Qing and Zhou Ziyang, clarifying that the hospital's decision to penalize Ye Qing for her unprofessional comments was independent of him. He firmly declared that while his wife might not hold grudges, he would not tolerate anyone bullying her, vowing to remove any obstacles in her career path. Determined to ensure Qin Yiyue's safety and well-being, He Qiaoyan went to her home to bring her back.
He pointed out numerous "safety hazards"—from unsealed food and uncovered jars to pesticide on the windowsill, lack of water purification, and inadequate fire alarms, even suggesting that breathing the bathroom air was hazardous. He threatened legal action if Poppet remained in such an unsafe environment, effectively forcing Qin Yiyue to return to his home.
Qin Yiyue initially resisted, citing her injured leg, but He Qiaoyan countered that her work didn't require outdoor activity and that he and Mrs. Liu could provide full-time care. He then sweetened the deal with an offer of five times her salary and a shortened contract term, which Qin Yiyue accepted. As they reached the car, He Qiaoyan playfully suggested she hop on one leg. Seizing the opportunity to save face, Qin Yiyue demanded he carry her.
Recognizing she had accepted his offer but needed a way to give in with dignity, He Qiaoyan complied. Upon their arrival, He Qiaoyan presented a supplemental agreement prohibiting her from leaving or terminating the contract without penalty. Qin Yiyue refused to sign, stating her return was temporary and that she was considering a part-time position at Ning Fang's studio once her leg healed. She declared that whether she stayed long-term depended on He Qiaoyan's "performance."
She immediately put this to the test, asking him to push her wheelchair to her room, complaining his hands were shaky from pushing it all day and that he wouldn't be able to read stories to Poppet. She dismissed his offer of an electric wheelchair as unsafe, emphasizing Poppet's welfare. Elsewhere, Wen Gu fired his four attractive assistants, surprising Ruowei, as part of his renewed efforts to pursue her.
Seeking advice on how to handle Qin Yiyue, He Qiaoyan called Wen Gu, who sagely advised him to "absolutely obey" her, explaining that for women, "no means yes," and "whatever means you absolutely cannot be casual." The following morning, Qin Yiyue struggled to reach her clothes and knocked over a water cup. He Qiaoyan rushed in, but she insisted she didn't need help. Remembering Wen Gu's advice, He Qiaoyan persisted, claiming he was more concerned about his custom-made crystal glass.
While helping her with clothes, he stumbled and accidentally touched her leg. Qin Yiyue then asked him to help her into her wheelchair after she changed, confirming for He Qiaoyan the validity of Wen Gu's advice. He Qiaoyan canceled a scheduled dinner with Mr. Lin when Qin Yiyue texted, insisting he join her and Poppet for grocery shopping as a "family activity." At the supermarket, Qin Yiyue and Poppet wanted many snacks.
He Qiaoyan initially disapproved due to additives, but Qin Yiyue persuaded him, arguing it was okay to have snacks occasionally and that he shouldn't deprive Poppet of childhood joys. He Qiaoyan conceded to "today only," but Qin Yiyue skillfully expanded it to "every Friday is a snacks party," which he reluctantly accepted. At home, they enjoyed hotpot.
Despite He Qiaoyan's initial concerns about hygiene and the lingering smell, he thoughtfully served Qin Yiyue non-spicy food and hot water instead of cola, much to her delight. Later, while searching in his study, Qin Yiyue discovered a collection of photos of different girls' backs in He Qiaoyan's drawer, leading her to wonder if he was a pervert.
She and Poppet then spent time drawing, with Poppet drawing a space world on Qin Yiyue's cast, expressing a desire to visit Mars and the moon. He Qiaoyan joined them, offering facts about the exorbitant costs of space travel and correcting the common misconception that the sun is yellow (it's white). Qin Yiyue playfully teased him for being all talk, prompting He Qiaoyan to draw a detailed solar system on her cast and teach Poppet about Jupiter.
Later, realizing Qin Yiyue hadn't washed her hair in three days and was using baby powder to absorb the oil, He Qiaoyan offered to help. Despite her initial "Whatever," he insisted, recalling Wen Gu's advice. He then washed and blow-dried her hair, surprising her with his skilled technique. Afterward, He Qiaoyan was seen in his study, lost in thought as he gazed at one of the photos of a girl's back.
The next morning, as He Qiaoyan prepared for work, Poppet asked him to kiss Qin Yiyue, citing it as a sweet habit of He Qiaoyan's older brother and his wife. He Qiaoyan agreed, but Qin Yiyue lightheartedly said, "Don't kiss me for real." Joking about the leek dumplings she had eaten, He Qiaoyan kissed her neck instead, leaving them both flustered. Before leaving, He Qiaoyan informed Qin Yiyue that his lawyers would visit that afternoon.
The lawyers arrived with evidence, explaining He Qiaoyan's intent to sue Yang Shenghuai's mother for defamation and assault. However, Qin Yiyue refused to proceed, stating she didn't blame the mother, who "has been struggling," and didn't want the lawsuit to negatively impact her life. Later, she confronted He Qiaoyan. He argued that the lawsuit was justified, as Yang Shenghuai's mother had damaged Qin Yiyue's reputation, and her injury as an employee had impacted his interests as an employer.
Qin Yiyue reiterated that the incident was in the past. He Qiaoyan was unmoved, retorting that this was the price the mother had to pay and that everyone must be responsible for their actions.
