Miss Mystery Recap, Plot, Synopsis

Miss Mystery Synopsis

Xue Tong, a wealthy heiress, witnessed her entire family tragically wiped out in her childhood. Eighteen years later, she assumed the identity of "Lin Bao'er" and returned to her hometown.

After careful planning, she vowed to eliminate each person responsible for her family's murder!

Miss Mystery Recap

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8
• 9
• 10
• 11
• 12
• 13
• 14
• 15
• 16
• 17
• 18
• 19
• 20
• 21
• 22
• 23
• 24

The story unfolds on one night, where eighteen years ago, the entire Xue family was brutally slaughtered, leaving no one spared. The ruthless attackers showed no mercy, and blood, mixed with heavy rain, washed away everything in its wake. However, a little girl managed to hide in another room and escaped discovery. The news reported the tragic incident as a fire that claimed the lives of a family of three and their servants. The real culprits aimed to use the fire to cover up the truth.

Eighteen years later, on the day of the Zhu family's wedding banquet, the young master, Zhu Guanwen, is conspicuously absent. His parents are anxious and dispatch people to find their son. Zhu Guanwen, just awakened and still half-naked, is surprised by a woman knocking on his door. Once inside, she urges him not to make any noise. As they get close, Zhu Guanwen notices a teardrop mole at the corner of the woman's eye, identical to the one he saw on Xue Tong, the daughter of the Xue family, all those years ago.

Remaining silent, Zhu Guanwen avoids detection when several men in black approach and knock on the door. After scaring them away, Zhu Guanwen stops the woman, asking for her name. She introduces herself as Lin Bao'er, not revealing her real identity. Holding her at gunpoint, Zhu Guanwen learns that Lin Bao'er is skilled, and in their struggle, the gun ends up in her hands.

Lin Bao'er tricks Zhu Guanwen into letting his guard down, seemingly about to share a kiss. However, at the last moment, she departs, leaving Zhu Guanwen intrigued by her. Before leaving, Lin Bao'er leaves an invitation to her engagement ceremony. Zhu Guanwen remarks with a smile that it seems the main character is about to make an entrance.

Today, Zhu Guanwen is engaged to Dou Lili, the daughter of Mayor Dou. Lin Bao'er, having lost the invitation, is stopped at the gate. Soon, Zhu Guanwen returns, and Lin Bao'er, intentionally waiting for him, walks alongside him to the mansion. Both are aware of the game being played.

Once inside, Dou Lili notices Lin Bao'er and mocks her. Zhu Guanwen informs Dou Lili that Lin Bao'er is an esteemed guest, causing Dou Lili to change her attitude. Zhu Guanwen decides to play a bigger game since Lin Bao'er has made a move. Dou Lili, seeing Zhu Guanwen leaving, hastily follows. In the commotion, she accidentally knocks a servant's wine glass. Dou Lili berates the servant and even attempts to hit her. Fortunately, Lin Bao'er intervenes, saving the servant and leaving Dou Lili on the floor.

Zhu Guanwen's father, with a concubine by his side, steps forward to announce his son's engagement to Dou Lili. To everyone's surprise, Zhu Guanwen introduces Lin Bao'er standing beside him. The revelation shocks everyone, including Lin Bao'er, who hadn't anticipated this turn of events. In reality, the incident eighteen years ago involved collaboration between the Zhu, Dou, Yang Inspector, and Qian families. Xue Tong, hiding nearby, was lucky to escape death but witnessed everything.

Zhu Guanwen went to the temple to offer incense to his mother, informing her that he had finally met Xue Tong. Back then, she was covered in scars, hiding in a corner, but for some unknown reason, she suddenly disappeared. Now that Xue Tong had reappeared in the identity of Lin Bao'er, the truth might soon be revealed. Lin Bao'er returned to her former home, which had now become the Zhu family estate, marking the beginning of her revenge.

Upon entering the Zhu estate, Lin Bao'er was instructed by a maid to sit casually. Coincidentally, there was a photo of Zhu Guanwen's mother in the house. When Zhu Guanwen approached, he asked Lin Bao'er to put the photo down. Getting closer, he inquired why she wanted to get close to him. Lin Bao'er, in a playful manner, mentioned Zhu Guanwen's boundless charm. Later, her fingers traced towards Zhu Guanwen's chest. Just as Lin Bao'er was about to undo Zhu Guanwen's bathrobe, he seized the moment to embrace her. Lin Bao'er, somewhat surprised, quickly moved away.

Lin Bao'er promptly claimed that she was just joking and came here for business. Zhu Guanwen expressed his desire to make a deal with her. If successful, the deal would involve Lin Bao'er marrying him. Considering Lin Bao'er's current status as the town's enemy, having taken the mayor's son-in-law, she outlined three conditions before agreeing to the partnership. Zhu Guanwen readily accepted. Lin Bao'er remarked on not expecting to marry into the Zhu family, and Zhu Guanwen, in a daze, confessed to not expecting to marry her either.

As Zhu Guanwen was about to kiss Lin Bao'er, she deliberately dodged, and Zhu Guanwen fell into a drowsy sleep. Dou Lili went to complain to Zhu Guanwen's father's second wife, creating a scene. She then confronted Lin Bao'er, demanding respect by having her serve tea. Lin Bao'er, not one to back down, retorted. At this moment, Zhu Guanwen arrived, dismissing the need for tea, since his biological mother wasn't the second wife.

Just then, the Zhu family and Mayor Dou came out together, emphasizing the necessity of their collaboration. Given the significant issues with Lin Bao'er, Zhu Guanwen's father didn't say much, instructing Zhu Guanwen to personally apologize to the Dou family. Lin Bao'er happened to see Qian Tong approaching. Having encountered those who plotted against the Xue family, she aimed to make them return what rightfully belonged to the Xue family.

Qian Tong can be described as a lecher. Before Xue Tong's mother passed away, she was violated by Qian Tong. Even now, Qian Tong hasn't changed his habit of having extramarital affairs. This time, he's caught having an affair with the mayor's concubine, and entertainment reporters captured it on camera. Lin Bao'er acquired this information from the reporters and then generously paid them to spread the news. When Zhu Guanwen encountered the reporters, he even asked them to keep an eye on Lin Bao'er, finding the situation intriguing.

Lin Bao'er takes Zhu Guanwen to a newly opened Western restaurant. Zhu Guanwen inquires if Lin Bao'er, born in Southeast Asia, is accustomed to Chinese cuisine. Lin Bao'er, born in Southeast Asia, claims she is used to Chinese food. While conversing, Lin Bao'er accidentally drops her earring. Both bend down to pick it up, and in the end, Zhu Guanwen retrieves the earring. Lin Bao'er extends her ear, asking Zhu Guanwen to help her put it on, and he willingly assists her.

Lin Bao'er mentions sending a letter to her parents but is actually aware, through the reporters, that Qian Tong and the mayor's concubine are having a secret rendezvous. Lin Bao'er intentionally starts a fire, and the news spreads that Qian Tong and the mayor's concubine are involved in an affair. Qian's wife gets wind of the situation. Lin Bao'er, armed with a key obtained from the security room, opens the door. Qian's wife and the reporters rush in and capture the adulterous couple on camera, ensuring tomorrow's headlines will be explosive.

After Lin Bao'er exits the restaurant and finds Zhu Guanwen gone, she leaves as well. Unbeknownst to her, Zhu Guanwen quietly follows her. Learning about the situation from the reporters, Zhu Guanwen is surprised to find that Lin Bao'er's target is Qian Tong. On Lin Bao'er's sixth birthday, she thought she could spend it happily with her parents, but that evening, her destiny was completely rewritten. Qian Tong, once a servant of the Xue family, conspired with outsiders to massacre the Xue family and erase all witnesses.

Upon hearing gunshots, Xue's father hastily hid with his daughter and wife. He first concealed his daughter in a small room and gave her a pocket watch before leaving. Lin Bao'er, who initially wanted to follow her parents, was reminded by her hatred to survive and seek revenge for her parents.

After leaving the hotel, Lin Bao'er was intercepted by several thugs. Before Lin Bao'er could react, Zhu Guanwen appeared just in time, injured the thugs, and took Lin Bao'er away. However, he got hit on the back by one of the thugs. Some others tried to ambush Zhu Guanwen, but he stopped them. Lin Bao'er knew that these people were definitely acting on someone's orders.

Zhu Guanwen questioned them, demanding to know who instructed them. Initially reluctant, the thugs spoke up when Zhu Guanwen threatened them with an axe. In the end, they revealed that Dou Lili ordered them to do this. After hearing this, Lin Bao'er also gave the thugs a beating. She was angry because Zhu Guanwen almost got hurt due to his conflict with the Dou family.

Back at home, Lin Bao'er massaged Zhu Guanwen's injured back since he was hit with a stick. Zhu Guanwen playfully suggested that their date today was just a cover-up, and Lin Bao'er continued helping him apply medicine. Zhu Guanwen teased Lin Bao'er and asked about her conflict with Qian Tong, but she simply stated that Qian Tong deserved punishment for his incompetence, and Zhu Guanwen didn't press for more details.

Later, Zhu Guanwen confronted Dou Lili and warned her not to harm Lin Bao'er, threatening consequences if she did. Dou Lili was furious but couldn't do much against Zhu Guanwen. Soon, news of Qian Tong and the mayor's concubine's affair spread in the newspapers, causing a scandal. The concubine tried to explain herself, but the mayor was furious and even physically punished her. Feeling unappreciated for many years, the concubine, although Qian Tong was unattractive, defended him, angering the mayor even more.

Realizing that he couldn't stay any longer, Qian Tong decided to flee, hastily packing his belongings. As the mayor fumed over not finding Qian Tong, Lin Bao'er surprisingly brought him in. Qian Tong wanted to apologize to the mayor, but instead of forgiveness, the mayor ordered his men to take Qian Tong away.

Watching everything unfold, Lin Bao'er knew that Qian Tong wouldn't be easily forgiven. She proposed a deal to the mayor, expressing her desire to take over Qian Tong's shipping company. The mayor agreed, and Lin Bao'er's plan continued. The mayor shot and killed the concubine, then handed Qian Tong over to Lin Bao'er. Remembering Qian Tong's assault on her mother when he was their housekeeper, Lin Bao'er shot him in the head, killing him on the spot. One member of the "Four Persons Alliance" was eliminated, and Zhu Guanwen observed the events from a distance.

Lin Bao'er has now taken care of Qian Tong. She swears to help her father recover everything belonging to the Lin family. Lin Bao'er has already started handling the freight transportation business. Chief Yang also instructed his subordinates to keep a close eye on Lin Bao'er in the coming days. He always feels that there's something suspicious about her.

That night, Chief Yang was frightened to see how ruthless Lin Bao'er could be. Zhu Guanwen learned that Lin Bao'er had taken over the freight center. Zhu Guanwen celebrated with a drink and told Lin Bao'er that the waters in the town were not as shallow as she thought. Therefore, he emphasized that Lin Bao'er needed Zhu Guanwen's help. Zhu Guanwen couldn't help but laugh, remarking that he had finally met his match. He attempted to embrace Lin Bao'er, but she dodged away. Zhu Guanwen kindly reminded her that Mayor Dou is a cunning old fox, and since Lin Bao'er is Zhu Guanwen's wife, her actions reflect on him. However, Lin Bao'er dismissed this by saying they are just friends and left.

Early in the morning, Lin Bao'er went to a clothing store to buy some clothes, complaining that Zhu Guanwen had never given her anything. Unexpectedly, Zhu Guanwen brought her a lollipop, which used to be her father's favorite treat for her. The taste triggered memories of swinging on a swing with her father. Seeing Lin Bao'er like this, Zhu Guanwen suddenly felt a liking for her. When he first saw Lin Bao'er, he also gave her a lollipop.

Quickly recovering, Zhu Guanwen reverted to his usual self, teasing Lin Bao'er, who left. Chief Yang then came to find Lin Bao'er, and she immediately recalled that he was the one who personally shot her father. Chief Yang placed a bag of black soil on Lin Bao'er's table, stating that they received a tip from the public. Since someone was hoarding black soil, it had to be confiscated.

Zhu Guanwen learned that Chief Yang took Lin Bao'er away and hurriedly rushed over. Chief Yang subjected Lin Bao'er to a thorough interrogation, stating that smuggling opium is a capital offense. Lin Bao'er, however, denied any involvement in smuggling and insisted that she had just taken over the freight company. Chief Yang even went on to say that regardless of how Lin Bao'er caused Qian Tong's death, he would not allow her to manipulate him.

Chief Yang brought Lin Bao'er here to assert his authority, but Lin Bao'er was not afraid of him at all. Chief Yang arrogantly mentioned that even if she took control of the freight company, it is like a leg for both the Zhu and Dou families. If she didn't cooperate seriously, the situation might end up like the Xue family's eighteen years ago.

Lin Bao'er mocked him, saying she would tell these things to Mr. Zhu. Chief Yang didn't believe her and even considered using torture on her. At this moment, Zhu Guanwen arrived outside and requested his subordinates to open the door. Chief Yang also arrived, and he naturally refused to let Zhu Guanwen in. The subordinates began preparing to punish Lin Bao'er, but she retaliated with a kick, although she still ended up being beaten.

Just as two soldiers were about to assault Lin Bao'er, Zhu Guanwen barged in. At this point, Lin Bao'er's clothes were torn, and Zhu Guanwen quickly took off his own coat after defeating the soldiers. At a glance, Zhu Guanwen noticed the scar on Lin Bao'er's shoulder. Remembering the scene of her bleeding heavily from her shoulder years ago, Zhu Guanwen felt a deep pang of distress. He immediately embraced Lin Bao'er like a princess and escorted her out of the police station.

Soon, Mayor Dou and Mr. Zhu arrived. Chief Yang repeatedly emphasized that Lin Bao'er was not simple, even suggesting that Zhu Guanwen was strongly supporting her. He handed Lin Bao'er's password box to Mr. Zhu, and they attempted to open it to find out the truth.

Chief Yang opened Lin Bao'er's password box, only to find that it was filled with ledgers. Initially, Chief Yang and Mayor Dou thought that Lin Bao'er was undoubtedly doomed, but when Mr. Zhu opened it, they discovered evidence of Chief Yang tampering with Mr. Zhu's accounts. Now, Mr. Zhu was undoubtedly even more furious.

Zhu Guanwen carried Lin Bao'er back, advising her not to put herself in danger again. After Zhu Guanwen left, Lin Bao'er thanked him for saving her. Zhu Guanwen went to get medicine for Lin Bao'er, mentioning that he was her husband, and helping her was only natural and right. In that moment, Lin Bao'er felt a hint of affection for Zhu Guanwen. However, she quickly reminded him, and herself, that their relationship was currently only business. Zhu Guanwen confessed that he had never been so concerned about someone before. He knew from the start that Lin Bao'er's approach to him was intentional, and he even brought it up. However, Lin Bao'er suggested that since Zhu Guanwen knew it was a performance, he should just go along with it without getting too emotionally involved.

Chief Yang knelt before Mayor Dou, hoping for his assistance. Mayor Dou threw a dagger in front of Chief Yang, stating that since his hands were dirty, he didn't need it anymore. This incident had already come to the attention of Mr. Zhu, so Chief Yang had to provide an explanation. Just as Chief Yang was preparing to face the consequences, Mayor Dou intervened, saying that he would help Chief Yang one more time due to his loyalty.

Chief Yang still believed that Lin Bao'er was not ordinary. The disturbance she caused in front of Mr. Zhu this time might lead to more trouble in the future. Mayor Dou instructed Chief Yang to handle Lin Bao'er within three days, or he would face punishment. Mr. Zhu had been thinking about how Xue's father, before his death, refused to entrust things to him. He was certain that the belongings were still in the estate, and he was determined to find them.

Chief Yang was determined to put Lin Bao'er in a life-threatening situation this time. Just as Lin Bao'er got on a rickshaw, Chief Yang drove towards her. There was a loud crash, and Chief Yang, thinking he had hit Lin Bao'er, approached with a gun to silence her. However, it turned out that the person on the ground was not Lin Bao'er but Mr. Zhu's second aunt. Chief Yang had to quickly retreat.

Thinking that Lin Bao'er had been in a car accident, Zhu Guanwen rushed back and immediately embraced her, relieved to find she was unharmed. Initially confused, Lin Bao'er learned from the servants that Zhu Guanwen was genuinely worried about her, and she guessed that Chief Yang had started to take action.

In the morning, Lin Bao'er did wear a qipao. During breakfast, Mr. Zhu's second aunt deliberately asserted her position as the mistress of the house, warning against anyone challenging her status. Lin Bao'er quickly placated her, expressing respect and treating her as a mother figure. Later, Lin Bao'er even took off her own clothes to let Mr. Zhu's second aunt wear them, and she was delighted.

After returning home, Mr. Zhu's second aunt kept crying in front of Mr. Zhu, pleading for him to make a decision for her. Currently, Chief Yang had not been found, and Mayor Dou dared not speak up for Chief Yang. Mayor Dou was puzzled about why he offended Chief Yang and explained himself, expressing his loyalty. However, even so, Mr. Zhu had no intention of letting him off.

Zhu Guanwen looked at the still-sleeping Lin Bao'er and couldn't help but approach her and remark that she looked cute when she was silent. He almost woke her up, recalling the first time he came to the Xue family and discovered Lin Bao'er hiding in a corner. He approached her, asked if she was playing hide-and-seek, and only realized she was injured when he saw the scars on her shoulder.

Meanwhile, Chief Yang was still being pursued, so he hid wherever he could. Seizing an opportunity, he sneaked into the police station's archives, checked the Xue family records, and indeed found a photo of Xue Tong. Now, he was more convinced that Xue Tong was Lin Bao'er.

Inspector Yang can only hide everywhere now. After all, Master Zhu has completely lost hope in him and even decided to find someone to deal with Inspector Yang. Lin Bao'er just returned to her bedroom and saw Zhu Guanwen preparing a candlelit dinner for her. Lin Bao'er asked Zhu Guanwen what he meant, and Zhu Guanwen remained silent, just pulling out a chair. They shared a glass of red wine.

Later, Zhu Guanwen took out a ring he had prepared earlier. Although the two only had a business relationship, Zhu Guanwen made a passionate confession to Lin Bao'er. Zhu Guanwen wanted to put the ring on her finger, but Lin Bao'er still refused. She also mentioned that she would leave soon and wouldn't stay here until they got married. Zhu Guanwen stopped Lin Bao'er, who was about to leave. Everyone thought Zhu Guanwen had everything, but only he knew that he had nothing.

After Zhu Guanwen composed himself, he told Lin Bao'er that he would help her get what she wanted. However, Lin Bao'er seemed to forget what he had just said. Nevertheless, playing the whole act, Lin Bao'er and Zhu Guanwen went to try on wedding dresses together. In fact, Lin Bao'er had been restraining herself, not allowing herself to fall in love with Zhu Guanwen. They had a wedding photoshoot together, with Zhu Guanwen expressing genuine feelings, hoping that Lin Bao'er wouldn't reject him.

The joyful day of Lin Bao'er and Zhu Guanwen's wedding arrived soon. Someone was still talking behind Dou Lili, saying that she couldn't compare to Lin Bao'er. At this moment, Lin Bao'er was putting on makeup when a man entered with a gun. Surprisingly, it was Inspector Yang. Lin Bao'er wasn't surprised, and Inspector Yang called her by her real name, Xue Tong.

Zhu Guanwen had been waiting for Lin Bao'er to come down, but after waiting for a long time, there was still no movement. His subordinates could sense that Zhu Guanwen was somewhat nervous. Zhu Guanwen felt uneasy in his heart and instructed his subordinates to check for any unusual situations. Soon, everyone was waiting for Lin Bao'er to come down, but unexpectedly, behind her was Inspector Yang, holding her hostage.

Inspector Yang claimed he had nothing left, and his home and family were gone. Zhu Guanwen urged him to put the gun down, but Inspector Yang refused. Mayor Dou also tried to persuade Inspector Yang, but he was not listening and ordered everyone to step back.

Inspector Yang deliberately provoked the relationship between Mayor Dou and Master Zhu, claiming he was seeking justice for his deceased family. In front of Inspector Yang, Lin Bao'er admitted that she was indeed Xue Tong. She also said that even if Inspector Yang killed her, neither Master Zhu nor Mayor Dou would let him go. Just as Inspector Yang was about to kill Lin Bao'er, she revealed that Master Zhu had already killed Inspector Yang's entire family.

Lin Bao'er mentioned that when she went to confront Master Zhu, only his son was still alive. She married Zhu Guanwen to get close to Master Zhu. At this moment, Inspector Yang attempted to shoot Master Zhu but was shot in return. However, he still pulled the trigger, and the bullet flew towards Lin Bao'er. In order to protect her, Zhu Guanwen took the hit on his arm. Lin Bao'er was very worried about Zhu Guanwen, but he reassured her, saying that protecting her was his duty as her husband in the fitting room.

Zhu Guanwen said that he had always known that Mayor Dou was involved in shady business, but he never expected them to deal with something as morally reprehensible as opium. Zhu Guanwen mentioned that his mother had a strong aversion to opium, and even though there wasn't much circulating in the town, it was likely just a transit point. He warned Lin Bao'er not to act recklessly, as this matter might be connected to his father, and they couldn't afford to act impulsively.

Zhu Guanwen directly found the authorities and exposed the situation to them. Soon, the officials arrived at the dock for inspection. Lin Bao'er intentionally tried to hinder the inspection, but soon a new inspector and Zhu Guanwen also arrived. Mayor Dou remained calm and even allowed them to open and inspect the goods freely. However, when Zhu Guanwen's subordinates opened the containers, they indeed found canned goods, indicating that someone had swapped the opium.

Dou Lili taunted Lin Bao'er while Mayor Dou claimed that the goods were meant for transfer to Shanghai. Dou Lili retaliated, even grabbing Lin Bao'er's clothes. Zhu Guanwen immediately shielded Lin Bao'er behind him. Although Mayor Dou portrayed himself as a good person, behind the scenes, he accused Lin Bao'er of bewitching Zhu Guanwen. Subsequently, the reporters left, and Zhu Guanwen led Lin Bao'er away.

Upon returning, Zhu Guanwen apologized to Lin Bao'er, stating that he wasn't prepared. However, Lin Bao'er didn't blame Zhu Guanwen and remarked that Mayor Dou was too cunning, and they shouldn't have acted impulsively. Zhu Guanwen never thought that what he did was unnecessary and emphasized that Lin Bao'er was everything to him. He assured Lin Bao'er that she wasn't alone in this fight, as he was with her.

Lin Bao'er suspected that someone had informed Mayor Dou in advance and witnessed Dou Lili and a reporter discussing the situation.

Mayor Dou passed the position of inspector to another person, who expressed that they would do their utmost for Mayor Dou. Mayor Dou reminded him to remember who his true master was, as dogs should not bite indiscriminately.

After getting up, Lin Bao'er made coffee for Zhu Guanwen. Zhu Guanwen looked at Lin Bao'er and was very happy, as Lin Bao'er had now accepted him. However, Zhu Guanwen mentioned that he hadn't drunk coffee for a long time. In the past, his mother liked to drink coffee, and Zhu Guanwen would pester her to make some for him. Later, he discovered that coffee was bitter, so he stopped drinking it. Lin Bao'er quickly apologized, but Zhu Guanwen didn't mind. Lin Bao'er added sugar to the coffee, and after tasting it, Zhu Guanwen found it much more enjoyable.

Lin Bao'er was very grateful that Zhu Guanwen appeared in her life, making it sweeter. Zhu Guanwen kissed Lin Bao'er, and she responded to his passionate kiss. Lin Bao'er saw Mr. Zhu and Mayor Dou discussing business matters together. Lin Bao'er deliberately mentioned that the matter of Nanyang goods had been settled. Mr. Zhu was happy, considering Lin Bao'er as part of the family. Later, Mr. Zhu planned to entrust Lin Bao'er with the management of Nanyang-related goods. Mayor Dou was helpless, as he wanted to secure the business for himself.

Actually, Zhu Guanwen was still worried about Lin Bao'er, as the business between his father and Mayor Dou might be a bit shady. Zhu Guanwen made it clear to Lin Bao'er that they would face any situation together, and Lin Bao'er was happy about it. Dou Lili continued to investigate Lin Bao'er's identity, telling her father not to worry and just wait to see how things unfolded.

Zhu Guanwen said that he had always known that Mayor Dou was involved in shady dealings, but he never expected that they would be involved in something as morally reprehensible as opium. Zhu Guanwen mentioned that his mother had a strong aversion to opium, even though there was not much of it circulating in the town. It was highly likely that this place was just a transit point. Zhu Guanwen warned Lin Bao'er not to act recklessly, as this matter might implicate his father. Therefore, he emphasized the importance of not taking hasty actions.

Zhu Guanwen took the initiative to find the authorities and revealed the situation to them. Soon, the officials arrived at the dock to inspect the goods. Lin Bao'er intentionally tried to prevent them from inspecting. The new inspector and Zhu Guanwen also joined the scene. Mayor Dou appeared unfazed, even allowing them to open and inspect the cargo. Upon inspection, it turned out to be canned goods, indicating that someone had swapped the opium. Dou Lili taunted Lin Bao'er and Mayor Dou claimed that this batch of goods was meant for shipment to Shanghai. Dou Lili started to shift the blame onto Lin Bao'er and even pulled on her clothes. Zhu Guanwen immediately shielded Lin Bao'er from them. Mayor Dou pretended to be a good person but accused Lin Bao'er of manipulating Zhu Guanwen behind the scenes.

Afterward, the reporters left, and Zhu Guanwen led Lin Bao'er away. When they got back, Zhu Guanwen apologized to Lin Bao'er, saying it was his lack of preparation. However, Lin Bao'er did not blame him and noted that Mayor Dou was too cunning, and they should not have acted so impulsively. Zhu Guanwen never felt that the actions he took were unnecessary and expressed that Lin Bao'er meant everything to him. He also assured Lin Bao'er that she wasn't fighting alone; he was with her.

Lin Bao'er suspected that someone had tipped off Mayor Dou in advance, having seen a scene involving Dou Lili and a reporter.

Zhu Guanwen said that he had always known that Mayor Dou was involved in shady business, but he never expected that they would dare to get involved with something as despicable as opium. Zhu Guanwen mentioned that his mother used to detest opium the most. Although there wasn't much opium circulating in the town, it was highly likely that this place was just a transit point. Zhu Guanwen advised Lin Bao'er not to act recklessly, as this matter might implicate her father. Therefore, he emphasized the importance of not taking hasty actions.

Zhu Guanwen, on the other hand, directly contacted the authorities and disclosed the situation to them. Soon, the authorities arrived at the dock and requested an inspection. Lin Bao'er intentionally tried to prevent them from inspecting. The new inspector and Zhu Guanwen also arrived. Mayor Dou appeared calm and even allowed them to open and check the cargo. When Zhu Guanwen's men opened it, it turned out to be canned goods, indicating that someone had switched the opium. Dou Lili taunted Lin Bao'er intentionally, and Mayor Dou claimed that this batch of goods was meant for transportation to Shanghai. Dou Lili started to shift the blame onto Lin Bao'er and even pulled her clothes. Zhu Guanwen immediately shielded Lin Bao'er from them. Mayor Dou pretended to be a good person but accused Lin Bao'er of bewitching Zhu Guanwen behind the scenes.

Afterward, the reporters all left, and Zhu Guanwen led Lin Bao'er away. When they got back, Zhu Guanwen apologized to Lin Bao'er, saying that he wasn't prepared enough. However, Lin Bao'er didn't blame him and noted that Mayor Dou was too cunning, and they shouldn't have acted so impulsively. Zhu Guanwen had never thought that what he did was unnecessary and even said that Lin Bao'er was everything to him. Zhu Guanwen also told Lin Bao'er that she wasn't fighting alone; he was with her. Lin Bao'er suspected that someone had informed Mayor Dou in advance and saw a scene involving Dou Lili and a reporter.

Dou Lili had made many sacrifices to frame Lin Bao'er, even offering her own body as part of the plan, and she swore to reclaim what belonged to her. An editor from a magazine came to visit Mayor Dou, intending to document his achievements in the county records. Once Mayor Dou understood their intentions, he began to boast and even claimed that Mr. Zhu was a person he had promoted, presenting himself in an extremely self-important manner. Mr. Zhu called his son over, but Zhu Guanwen no longer held his father in high regard and didn't address him.

Mr. Zhu believed that his son was trying to undermine him intentionally by bringing the editor to Mayor Dou. This made Zhu Guanwen very angry. He couldn't understand why his mother had mysteriously died after moving into this household, especially knowing that his mother detested opium. And now, she was involved in the opium trade with Mayor Dou.

At this moment, Guan Lai, a servant, informed Mr. Zhu that Mayor Dou and Dou Lili had arrived. Mr. Zhu locked his son in the room. Dou Lili claimed to have investigated and found that Lin Bao'er was not the Lin family's daughter. The Lin family had only one son. Dou Lili urged Mr. Zhu to call Lin Bao'er to question her about her true identity. Lin Bao'er was brought in for questioning, and Mr. Zhu asked about her identity while Dou Lili, standing by, tried to provoke and discover Lin Bao'er's true identity. Dou Lili deliberately exposed the scars on Lin Bao'er's shoulder and even held a police baton, intending to pressure her for answers. Lin Bao'er, recalling her past experiences, knew that she would be in danger if she revealed any weaknesses. Lin Bao'er suddenly felt overwhelmed, but just as she was about to collapse, a man held her up. This man turned out to be Lin Bao'er's brother.

Back then, when Lin Bao'er secretly left home, she took a piece of bread for her brother, Jia Cheng, who was with her on the run. Jia Cheng kindly divided the bread into two halves, and they shared it together. Jia Cheng even promised that when he found his family, Lin Bao'er would be his sister. Lin Bao'er readily agreed, and the two children held hands, searching for their family together. So the person standing in front of everyone is named Lin Jiacheng. Because of the injustice Lin Bao'er suffered in the Zhu family, Lin Jiacheng intended to take Lin Bao'er away. Mr. Zhu's attitude changed immediately after confirming Lin Bao'er's identity. Mayor Dou quickly apologized to Lin Jiacheng, and Dou Lili didn't dare to say a word.

Zhu Guanwen took care of the just-awakened Lin Bao'er. In fact, Lin Bao'er immediately guessed that her brother was brought by Zhu Guanwen because his arrival was so timely. Zhu Guanwen was worried about Lin Bao'er's safety and didn't want her to suffer. Zhu Guanwen even intentionally mentioned that Lin Bao'er had never told him that Lin Jiacheng was so talented. It was clear that Zhu Guanwen was feeling a bit jealous, but he didn't admit it. Lin Bao'er said that Lin Jiacheng was the second ray of light in her life, but for her, he was also the dearest person. Zhu Guanwen took the opportunity to ask what he meant to Lin Bao'er, but she didn't answer; she just kissed Zhu Guanwen, and he understood her feelings.

With Lin Jiacheng's confirmation, Mr. Zhu's attitude toward Lin Bao'er also changed. Mr. Zhu even suggested that Lin Bao'er shouldn't continue to manage the shipping company and should spend time with Lin Jiacheng. Lin Bao'er knew this matter was not simple but couldn't oppose it, so she agreed. Mr. Zhu handed over the shipping company to Mayor Dou, who intentionally inquired about Mr. Zhu's business. He also wanted to get involved because everyone wanted a piece of the wealth.

Lin Bao'er brought in a detective to help her investigate the Ciyu Orphanage. This time, she wanted to investigate Mr. Zhu, as she suspected that he was involved in illegal activities using the orphanage, although Zhu Guanwen was unaware of this. Zhu Guanwen invited Lin Jiacheng for a meeting, disguising it as an expression of gratitude. In reality, both of them knew they had feelings for Lin Bao'er, but they hadn't revealed their emotions yet. Zhu Guanwen expressed his willingness to protect Lin Bao'er, and Lin Jiacheng asked him what he would choose if he had to pick between the Zhu family and Lin Bao'er. Zhu Guanwen made it clear that he would choose Lin Bao'er without hesitation.

Soon, Lin Bao'er arrived and declared that she intended to spend quality time with her brother. To Lin Bao'er's surprise, Lin Jiacheng ordered dishes that she liked. He even held Lin Bao'er's hand, which made Zhu Guanwen jealous. He purposely challenged Lin Jiacheng, suggesting that he intended to buy the restaurant and received a kick from Lin Bao'er.

During the meal, both Lin Jiacheng and Zhu Guanwen tried to serve Lin Bao'er. Lin Jiacheng mentioned that he was returning to Southeast Asia and entrusted Lin Bao'er to Zhu Guanwen. He made it clear that if Lin Bao'er suffered any harm under Zhu Guanwen's care, he would hold him accountable. While Zhu Guanwen was briefly away from the table, Lin Jiacheng asked Lin Bao'er if she had any leads. She couldn't be certain at the moment but said she was sure the items were still at the Zhu residence.

Dou Lili couldn't let go of her grudge and believed that Lin Bao'er was causing trouble. She asked her father how to refute these accusations, but he remained silent. Dou Lili was frustrated, but her father told her that they needed to plan carefully.

Mayor Dou provided a strategy to his daughter, and it seemed like they had a winning hand. After bidding farewell to her brother, Lin Bao'er noticed Zhu Guanwen's jealousy. She explained that Lin Jiacheng had provided her with strong support during her return and asked Zhu Guanwen what would happen if she ever hurt him. Zhu Guanwen jokingly said he would hate her forever, which worried Lin Bao'er. However, Zhu Guanwen quickly lightened the mood by asking for candy, relieving Lin Bao'er's concerns.

In the evening, Dou Lili took the opportunity to seek out Mr. Zhu's second aunt, who was now heavily dependent on opium. Dou Lili wanted her to reveal the secret she was after, and eventually, she learned from the second aunt that Mr. Zhu's main source of income was human trafficking. Mayor Dou had already uncovered Mr. Zhu's secret, giving him leverage for negotiation. He explained that Mr. Zhu was the mastermind of past events, and now he aimed to gradually retire the Zhu family and take over the business. Mr. Zhu sighed and mentioned that he was getting old, leaving the future in Mayor Dou's hands.

Mayor Dou then went to the Ciyu Orphanage, where journalists quickly gathered to inquire why he held the orphanage in such high regard. He diplomatically stated it was for the children's welfare.

On the other side, Mr. Zhu killed his second aunt because she had revealed the truth. Now, he was at a disadvantage.

Mayor Dou privately called Lin Bao'er and handed her a ticket to return to Southeast Asia. Initially, Lin Bao'er resisted the idea, but Mayor Dou explained that it was necessary to avoid offending the Lin family and to ensure Zhu Guanwen's safety. Before leaving, Lin Bao'er and Zhu Guanwen shared a heartfelt moment. She recalled the past and the pivotal role Zhu Guanwen played in her life. The next day, Zhu Guanwen awoke to find Lin Bao'er gone, with only the engagement ring he had given her left behind.

Zhu Guanwen admitted that he had always known that Mayor Dou was involved in illicit activities but never imagined that he would be dealing with opium, a substance his mother had despised. He cautioned Lin Bao'er not to act recklessly, as this situation could implicate his father. However, he took matters into his own hands and exposed the situation to the authorities. The inspectors arrived at the dock, and despite Lin Bao'er's attempt to hinder them, a new detective and Zhu Guanwen were soon on the scene. Mayor Dou remained composed and even encouraged them to inspect the goods. When the containers were opened, it turned out to be canned goods, indicating that someone had switched the opium with these items.

Dou Lili taunted Lin Bao'er, and Mayor Dou claimed that the shipment was intended for Shanghai. However, reporters left, and Zhu Guanwen escorted Lin Bao'er away. Back at their base, Zhu Guanwen apologized to Lin Bao'er for not being better prepared. Lin Bao'er didn't blame him and acknowledged Mayor Dou's cunning. Zhu Guanwen emphasized that everything he did was for Lin Bao'er and assured her that they were in this together. Lin Bao'er suspected someone had tipped off Mayor Dou and witnessed a scene involving Dou Lili and a reporter.

In the past, when Xue Tong's father was still the mayor, he was deeply beloved by the people but was eventually killed. Zhu Guanwen learned that Lin Bao'er had left and searched everywhere but couldn't find a trace of her. He believed that as long as she was in the town, she would eventually reappear.

Zhu Guanwen revealed that he had known about Mayor Dou's involvement in shady dealings but never expected they would be dealing with such a wicked substance as opium. He mentioned that his mother had a strong aversion to opium. While opium was not widely circulated in the town, it could be a transit point for such illegal activities. He advised Lin Bao'er not to act recklessly, as this matter could implicate his father. Zhu Guanwen directly approached the inspectors, revealing the situation to them. They quickly arrived at the docks, and although Lin Bao'er tried to hinder their inspection, a new detective and Zhu Guanwen joined in. Mayor Dou remained composed and even encouraged them to open the containers. However, when they were opened, it was revealed that the opium had been swapped with canned goods. Dou Lili taunted Lin Bao'er, and Mayor Dou claimed the shipment was headed for Shanghai. He even accused Lin Bao'er of influencing Zhu Guanwen. Reporters left, and Zhu Guanwen escorted Lin Bao'er away. Back at their base, Zhu Guanwen apologized for being unprepared, but Lin Bao'er didn't blame him. She acknowledged that Mayor Dou was cunning and that they shouldn't have acted impulsively. Zhu Guanwen emphasized that Lin Bao'er meant everything to him and assured her that they were in this together. Lin Bao'er suspected that someone had tipped off Mayor Dou and witnessed a scene involving Dou Lili and a reporter.

Today was the day Mayor Dou was giving a speech and preparing for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. He called his daughter, Dou Lili, to join him on stage. However, when the curtain was drawn back, it revealed contracts related to opium and scenes of Mayor Dou's clandestine dealings. Everyone was shocked, and they began to shout curses at Mayor Dou. In fact, Lin Bao'er had known about Mayor Dou and Dou Lili's dirty deeds and aimed to deliver a severe blow to them.

Lin Bao'er sought the help of reporters to gather evidence of Mayor Dou's opium smuggling. Even though Dou Lili saw Lin Bao'er, she could only pass by in embarrassment, as she had no opportunity to explain this time. Sitting in the front row, Zhu Guanwen spotted Lin Bao'er, and after the event, he gave her a big hug. Lin Bao'er hadn't informed anyone about her plan, and she explained to Zhu Guanwen that she had kept it a secret to protect him from harm.

Zhu Guanwen held Dou Lili's hand and left. Lin Bao'er had prepared this plan a week ago. When she returned, she informed Zhu Guanwen about it. He sometimes worried about her, as she undertook everything by herself. While there were risks involved, the final outcome was perfect.

In the past, when Xue Tong's father was still the mayor, the townsfolk deeply respected and loved him, but he was killed. Zhu Guanwen learned that Lin Bao'er had left and searched everywhere but couldn't find a trace of her. He believed that as long as Lin Bao'er was in the town, she would definitely show up. Dou Lili had made numerous sacrifices to entrap Lin Bao'er and was even willing to offer her body in return. She swore to take back everything that belonged to her.

A journalist from a magazine visited Mayor Dou, intending to document his achievements for the county records. Mayor Dou learned of the journalist's intentions and began to boast about his accomplishments. He even claimed that Zhu Guanwen was someone he had promoted and inflated his own importance. Mayor Dou summoned his son, but Zhu Guanwen had no respect for his father and didn't address him as such. Mayor Dou thought Zhu Guanwen was trying to undermine him by bringing the journalist to see him. Zhu Guanwen was very angry and thought about how his mother had moved to this town and died mysteriously. She despised opium, yet now he and Mayor Dou were involved in the opium trade. At that moment, an assistant informed Mayor Dou that Mayor Dou and Dou Lili were on their way. Mayor Dou locked his son in a room. Dou Lili claimed to have investigated and found that Lin Bao'er wasn't the Lin family's daughter. She urged Mayor Dou to call Lin Bao'er and questioned her about her true identity. Dou Lili even exposed the scars on Lin Bao'er's shoulder and prepared to interrogate her with a baton. Feeling the immense pressure and fearing for her life, Lin Bao'er thought that she would die if she showed any vulnerability. Suddenly, a man caught Lin Bao'er as she was about to fall, and it turned out to be her brother.

Today was the day Mayor Dou was delivering a speech and preparing for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. He called his daughter Dou Lili to join him on stage. However, when the curtain was drawn back, it revealed contracts related to opium and scenes of Mayor Dou's clandestine dealings. Everyone was stunned, and they began to shout curses at Mayor Dou. In fact, Lin Bao'er had known about Mayor Dou and Dou Lili's dirty deeds and aimed to deliver a severe blow to them.

Lin Bao'er asked the journalists for help, primarily to gather evidence of Mayor Dou's opium smuggling. Even if Dou Lili saw Lin Bao'er, she could only pass by sheepishly, as she had no chance to explain this time. In the front row, Zhu Guanwen spotted Lin Bao'er, and after the event, he gave her a big hug. Lin Bao'er hadn't informed anyone about her plan, and she explained to Zhu Guanwen that she had kept it a secret to protect him from harm.

Zhu Guanwen held Dou Lili's hand and left. Lin Bao'er had prepared this plan a week ago. When she returned, she informed Zhu Guanwen about it. He sometimes worried about her since she undertook everything herself. Although there were risks involved, the final outcome was perfect.

Mr. Zhu finally learned that Lin Bao'er was indeed the Xue Tong from years ago. He even saw a family photo of them and immediately burned it. It seems that Mr. Zhu had other plans in mind. Zhu Guanwen was awakened in a daze, continuously calling for Lin Bao'er. He found out that Lin Bao'er had already gone home and decided not to return home after learning that someone was going to assist him. Nonetheless, Zhu Guanwen was taken back, and when he saw Lin Bao'er preparing to sleep on the couch, he carried her to the bed and forcefully kissed her. Zhu Guanwen couldn't understand why Lin Bao'er had fallen in love with him and why he still had to carry the Zhu surname. Seeing Zhu Guanwen acting so aggressively, Lin Bao'er eventually bit him, but he continued his actions without stopping. The next morning, Zhu Guanwen, in his hungover state, believed Lin Bao'er was by his side. However, he found himself alone in bed. He immediately got up and rushed downstairs. By then, Lin Bao'er was already downstairs, preparing breakfast, and Mr. Zhu even specially made nourishing soup for her. Zhu Guanwen hurried downstairs and saw his father having a meal with Lin Bao'er, which eased his worries. He was now ready to go back upstairs to change his clothes. Lin Bao'er was trying on clothes in a clothing store when Dou Lili suddenly appeared behind her. Dou Lili promptly knocked Lin Bao'er unconscious and took her away in a car. An employee witnessed this, and they quickly informed Zhu Guanwen. He immediately went to find Dou Lili and Lin Bao'er. Dou Lili had gone completely insane by now. She held an iron to leave a mark on Lin Bao'er's body and even poured gasoline on her. She intended to watch Lin Bao'er burn to death, throwing a torch towards her. When Lin Bao'er quietly escaped from her family years ago, she took a piece of bread with her to share with her brother, Jia Cheng, who was also escaping with her. Jia Cheng had kindly split the bread in half, and they shared it together. He promised Lin Bao'er that when he found their family, she would become his sister. Lin Bao'er readily agreed, and the two children held hands while searching for their family. So, the man standing in front of everyone is named Lin Jia Cheng. Because he witnessed Lin Bao'er's mistreatment at the Zhu's and her courage, Lin Jia Cheng intended to take Lin Bao'er away. Once Mr. Zhu confirmed Lin Bao'er's identity, his attitude changed immediately. Mayor Dou quickly apologized to Lin Jia Cheng, and Dou Lili didn't dare to say a word. Zhu Guanwen looked after the recently awakened Lin Bao'er. In fact, Lin Bao'er had already guessed that her brother was brought by Zhu Guanwen since he arrived just in time. Zhu Guanwen was also worried about Lin Bao'er's safety and didn't want her to suffer. He deliberately mentioned that Lin Bao'er had never told him how extraordinary Lin Jia Cheng was. It was clear that Zhu Guanwen was feeling a bit jealous, even though he didn't admit it. Lin Bao'er said that Lin Jia Cheng was the second light in her life but emphasized that he was the dearest person to her. Zhu Guanwen used this opportunity to inquire about his place in Lin Bao'er's heart, but she didn't answer verbally. Instead, she kissed him, and Zhu Guanwen understood Lin Bao'er's feelings. Due to Lin Jia Cheng's confirmation, Mr. Zhu's attitude towards Lin Bao'er changed. Mr. Zhu even wanted Lin Bao'er to stop managing the freight company and suggested that she spend more time with Lin Jia Cheng. Lin Bao'er understood that this matter was not simple, but she couldn't forcefully oppose it, so she agreed. Mr. Zhu entrusted the freight company to Mayor Dou, who, inquired about Mr. Zhu's business, wanted to get involved as well. After all, everyone wanted a share of the wealth.

Dou Lili went crazy, demanding that Lin Bao'er pay with her life and threw a torch at her. However, at that moment, the torch was swiftly taken by Zhu Guanwen, who had just arrived in time. The police also arrested Dou Lili. Lin Bao'er was taken to the hospital for treatment. In her dreams, she saw her father again. Her father had told her to remember "124" and that time was the only key to solving the problem. Lin Bao'er had witnessed her father's suicide and remembered the pocket watch he had given her and the clock in their home. She believed that time was the key to solving the problem. Lin Bao'er planned to leave, but Zhu Guanwen, disguised as a doctor, arrived and told her to stay in bed and rest. He also said that if she disappeared like that again, he would not bother with her. Lin Bao'er regretted involving Zhu Guanwen in this matter, but he had no regrets and believed that staying by Lin Bao'er's side was enough for him. Lin Bao'er had already sent people to find the missing children, and their situations had been discovered. She admitted that her parents were killed by Mr. Zhu, Mayor Dou, Qian Tong, and Inspector Yang working together. She also confessed that she initially approached Zhu Guanwen with ulterior motives. Zhu Guanwen said he couldn't judge Lin Bao'er's actions but emphasized that he couldn't lose her.

Zhu Guanwen's subordinate quickly reported to Zhu Guanwen and Lin Bao'er that Mr. Zhu had fallen asleep. Later, Lin Bao'er and Zhu Guanwen returned to the mansion. Someone with an oil lamp entered the room. Lin Bao'er saw the old clock and opened it with the password left by her father, discovering that it contained information about Mr. Zhu's human trafficking activities. Surprisingly, Mr. Zhu's father was not Mr. Zhu but the one who had killed the only son of a family surnamed Zhou. Mr. Zhu had used the ill-gotten gains to expand his power. Just at that moment, the lamp suddenly lit up, and Mr. Zhu arrived, confirming that Xue Tong was the one who had found the secret.

Mr. Zhu accused Lin Bao'er of influencing his son, Zhu Guanwen. Zhu Guanwen presented the secret documents and questioned his father, suggesting that he had killed Zhu Guanwen's mother, making it look like an accident. Mr. Zhu still believed that Zhu Guanwen was ungrateful, and he sent men to tie up Lin Bao'er and Zhu Guanwen. Lin Bao'er seized the opportunity to quietly cut the ropes with a knife. Zhu Guanwen criticized his father for his human trafficking activities, saying that he didn't even deserve to be called a human. Mr. Zhu arrogantly claimed that he could control the town with his wealth and explained that he had killed Lin Bao'er's father because he knew too much. Mr. Zhu told them that in this world, only the strongest survived. He revealed that Zhu Guanwen's mother was the woman he loved the most, so Zhu Guanwen had to be his son. Lin Bao'er compared Mr. Zhu to a homeless child, and Mr. Zhu aimed a gun at her.

In the evening, Dou Lili went to see Mr. Zhu's second aunt, aiming to make her reveal the secret information that Dou Lili wanted to know. The second aunt had been tormented by opium and was helpless. From the second aunt, Dou Lili learned that Mr. Zhu's main source of income was human trafficking. Mayor Dou had already uncovered Mr. Zhu's secret, giving him leverage to negotiate. Mayor Dou explained that Mr. Zhu had been the mastermind behind the events from the past, and now he wanted the Zhu family to gradually withdraw from the business and hand it over to him. Mr. Zhu, who felt defeated, finally killed the second aunt because she had revealed the truth, putting him at a disadvantage.

Mayor Dou privately spoke to Lin Bao'er and handed her a boat ticket back to the Nanyang islands. Initially, Lin Bao'er refused to leave, but Mayor Dou explained that if she wanted to save Zhu Guanwen's life, she had to go. Before leaving, Lin Bao'er spent time with Zhu Guanwen, and he was her beacon of hope. Lin Bao'er talked about how Zhu Guanwen had saved her and how she wouldn't let anyone harm him. The next morning, Zhu Guanwen woke up to find Lin Bao'er gone, with only the wedding ring he had given her left on the table. Zhu Guanwen said he had known that Mayor Dou was involved in shady business, but he couldn't believe they were trafficking opium, something so morally reprehensible. Zhu Guanwen explained that Lin Bao'er's mother had despised opium, so this revelation was even more shocking. He told Lin Bao'er not to act recklessly, as this matter could lead to the involvement of his father. Then, he went to a reporter who had investigated the case and disclosed the information. The reporters went to the docks to check the cargo, but Lin Bao'er deliberately obstructed them. A new inspector and Zhu Guanwen arrived. Mayor Dou appeared calm and allowed them to open the cargo. Upon inspection, the cargo indeed contained canned goods, indicating that someone had swapped the opium. Dou Lili mocked Lin Bao'er, and Mayor Dou pretended to be a good person but secretly claimed that Lin Bao'er had bewitched Zhu Guanwen. Later, the reporters left, and Zhu Guanwen left with Lin Bao'er. Back at their place, Zhu Guanwen apologized to Lin Bao'er for being unprepared. Lin Bao'er didn't blame him and said that Mayor Dou was cunning, and they should have been less impulsive. Zhu Guanwen had never considered his actions unnecessary and told Lin Bao'er that she was his everything. He also told her that they weren't fighting alone, as he was with her.

Lin Bao'er suspected that someone had tipped off Mayor Dou. She witnessed a scene with Dou Lili and a reporter discussing something.

As the gun was aimed at Lin Bao'er, he said that only if she died in front of Zhu Guanwen would he understand his efforts in vain. Zhu Guanwen stated that Mr. Zhu caused his mother's death and vowed not to spare Mr. Zhu, yet Mr. Zhu denied murdering Zhu Guanwen's mother. He claimed to have fallen in love with Zhu Guanwen's mother at first sight and wasn't bothered by her past marriages. Feeling threatened by Zhu Guanwen's mother, Mr. Zhu decided to kill her because she knew too much, leading to her decision to expose him.

Just as Mr. Zhu prepared to shoot Lin Bao'er, she skillfully untied herself and turned the gun against him. Mr. Zhu tried to call his men, only to find out that they were already dead. It turned out that Lin Bao'er and Zhu Guanwen had planned this in advance. Lin Bao'er didn't shoot Mr. Zhu but aimed for non-lethal shots, eventually ending his life with one decisive shot. She had finally avenged her parents. Zhu Guanwen embraced Lin Bao'er, marking the end of their struggle, and they could finally return to a peaceful life.

Lin Bao'er and Zhu Guanwen went to visit their respective parents in the mountains, seeking a final closure for them. Lin Bao'er introduced her fiancé to her parents, and Zhu Guanwen introduced his fiancée to his parents. Before leaving, Zhu Guanwen gave Lin Bao'er a lollipop. Lin Bao'er proposed the idea of an exceptional wedding, to which Zhu Guanwen joked if she was proposing to him. At night, they looked at the twinkling stars, Lin Bao'er wearing a white wedding dress, feeling as if her parents were watching her happily. She once thought the fire eighteen years ago had destroyed all her love until she met Zhu Guanwen. She realized she wasn't alone, and it was like going back in time, where they finally found happiness together.

When Xue Tong's father was the mayor, the people greatly admired him, but he was killed. Zhu Guanwen searched for Lin Bao'er after her departure, believing that she would appear in the town. He revealed he knew Mayor Dou was involved in illegal businesses but was shocked by the involvement in opium trade. He warned Lin Bao'er not to act recklessly, as it might implicate his father.

Zhu Guanwen went to the police and disclosed information to them. The police arrived at the docks to inspect the cargo, and Lin Bao'er deliberately obstructed them. Soon, a new inspector and Zhu Guanwen arrived, and Mayor Dou calmly allowed them to inspect the cargo. When Zhu Guanwen's men opened it, they discovered that the opium had been swapped with canned goods. Mayor Dou accused Lin Bao'er, but Zhu Guanwen protected her. Later, Zhu Guanwen left with Lin Bao'er. Back home, Zhu Guanwen apologized to Lin Bao'er for not being prepared, and she didn't blame him, acknowledging that Mayor Dou was too cunning and that they should not have acted impulsively. Zhu Guanwen never felt that what he did was unnecessary and regarded Lin Bao'er as everything to him. He assured her that they weren't fighting alone.

Lin Bao'er suspected someone had tipped off Mayor Dou. She witnessed Dou Lili talking to a reporter.

• Yang Yeming Dramas, Movies, and TV Shows List
• Chen Shujun Dramas, Movies, and TV Shows List