Romance of a Twin Flower Episode 28 Recap
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Ning Yuxuan visited Ji Man at Haoxue Cosmetics, bringing her favorite almond crisp. He remarked on how busy the shop was, anticipating even more work with the upcoming Imperial Supplier Contest. Ji Man credited her hard work to him, calling him her husband. Ning Yuxuan then reminded her of the time he took her to the riverside, admitting he had intended to propose but was too shy to say it.
Ji Man revealed she already knew his intention, having even seen the wedding dress he prepared. Curious about how he knew her size, she learned he had asked Miss Shui to try on the robe for him, which explained Miss Shui's recent strange behavior. Ning Yuxuan formally proposed, promising to make her the happiest woman in the world. Ji Man urged him to keep his voice down so others wouldn't overhear.
Their conversation was interrupted by Muxu, who announced Ji Man's father was arriving. Ning Yuxuan quickly hid. Guihai Warrior entered, and Ji Man greeted him affectionately as "Godfather." She introduced the renowned Guihai Warrior, Mr. Ji Ming, as the consultant she had specially invited to assist Haoxue Cosmetics for the Imperial Supplier Contest. She explained they had quickly formed a strong bond, leading her to recognize him as her adoptive father.
She enthusiastically told him that if she won the contest, she would become the chairwoman of the Sea Trade Guild. Others present expressed admiration for Guihai Warrior and commented that with his support, Haoxue Cosmetics was likely to win the top prize. Later, Guihai Warrior met with Yuan Lang. He expressed concern that Ji Man's ambition to win the Imperial Supplier Contest and become the chairwoman of the Sea Trade Guild would place her in greater peril.
Yuan Lang agreed, specifically pointing out that her identity as a Tea Gang descendant could cause significant trouble if discovered. Guihai Warrior then revealed his decision to take Ji Man away from Haifang by sea for half a year, specifically to separate her from Ning Yuxuan. He instructed Yuan Lang to prepare the necessary supplies, stating he would ensure she went, even if he had to tie her up, viewing this as his final means to sever their connection.
Muxu overheard this conversation and later reported it to Ji Man, informing her that Guihai Warrior planned to forcibly remove her from Haifang to keep her apart from Ning Yuxuan. Infuriated by her father's plan, Ji Man resolved to fight back. She decided to feign illness, believing her doting father would be softened if she appeared gravely ill. She planned to use a warmer to raise her temperature and add croton seeds to her tea to induce symptoms.
When Guihai Warrior visited, Ji Man claimed to feel terribly unwell and to have a fever. Guihai Warrior felt her forehead, confirming it was hot, but then uncovered the warmer and questioned her about the croton seeds, suggesting she needed to suffer genuinely for her act to be convincing. Ji Man acknowledged his astuteness. Her next attempt was to use her considerable wealth to escape by buying a boat.
She instructed Sang Shen to purchase a small boat to meet her near her father's ship if they sailed, allowing her to return to Haifang. However, Sang Shen later reported that Guihai Warrior had preemptively ordered the confiscation of all Ji Man's valuables, leaving her unable to afford even an oar. Ji Man was baffled by her father's constant ability to thwart her plans and suspected he had a mole.
Ji Man confronted Sang Shen, speaking hypothetically about people who claim to act in her best interest but disregard her feelings, especially regarding her relationship with Ning Yuxuan. She emphasized the struggles she and Ning Yuxuan had overcome and her determination that no one would succeed in separating them. Sang Shen broke down, tearfully apologizing. She confessed that Guihai Warrior had instructed her to report on Ji Man's activities after she visited Ning Yuxuan.
She had followed orders but realized the depth of her mistake after witnessing Ji Man's distress and hearing her sincere words about her love for Ning Yuxuan. Sang Shen promised never to betray her again. Muxu added that Ning Yuxuan had rarely smiled before Ji Man entered his life, underscoring their deep connection. Ji Man then instructed Sang Shen to find Ning Yuxuan the following day and arrange for him to meet her at the wharf.
The following day, Ning Yuxuan was discussing the security of the Imperial Supplier Contest and the potential threat posed by Ling Jianxing with another official. He was told Ji Man was currently in seclusion, focused on developing a new cosmetic product. Soon after, he received Sang Shen's message about Ji Man wanting to meet him at the wharf, as Guihai Warrior was scheduled to dine with friends.
Ning Yuxuan immediately ordered Gui Bai to buy out all the flowers from a specific vendor for Ji Man. However, as Guihai Warrior prepared to leave for dinner, he saw Ji Man dressed up and announced that she would be joining him and his old friends. Ji Man protested, but Guihai Warrior was adamant that she would accompany him everywhere until they left Haifang, ordering his servants to ensure she went.
Earlier that day, Guihai Warrior's servants had already informed him that all valuables had been removed from Ji Man's room, confirming his orders had been carried out. Gui Bai went to the flower stand as instructed, only to discover that all the flowers had already been purchased by Miss Shui. Miss Shui approached him, commenting on the romance between Ning Yuxuan and Ji Man and asking if Gui Bai would be as devoted to his own future love.
When Gui Bai tried to politely excuse himself, citing official duties, Miss Shui offered him the flowers she had bought, stating she was touched by Ning Yuxuan's gesture. Gui Bai declined, saying he would find flowers elsewhere. Miss Shui then directly asked why he had been avoiding her since the night she danced for him.
She acknowledged that she might have made him uncomfortable and apologized for her forwardness, stating that if he had no feelings for her, they could simply be friends, removing the need for him to avoid her. She left, leaving the flowers with a speechless Gui Bai. At the dinner, Guihai Warrior hosted old friends and Yuan Lang.
He praised Yuan Lang's leadership of the Dragon Gang, highlighting its transformation into a reputable organization, and suggested his merchant friends partner with the Dragon Gang for their sea transportation needs for safety and efficiency. His friends agreed and toasted Yuan Lang. One friend remarked that Yuan Lang and Ji Man seemed well-suited and inquired if Yuan Lang was married. Upon learning he was single, the friend proposed a match between the two, calling it perfect.
Guihai Warrior then began asking for Yuan Lang's birth details. Ji Man, who was present, reacted strongly to the attempted matchmaking. Claiming she needed to use the bathroom, she quickly excused herself from the table and rushed out. After Ji Man left, Guihai Warrior and Yuan Lang had a private conversation.
Yuan Lang expressed concern about Ji Man's deepening involvement with Ning Yuxuan, fearing that if Ning Yuxuan were to discover Ji Man's heritage as the daughter of his father's killer from the Tea Gang, Ji Man would be in grave danger. Guihai Warrior acknowledged that the grudges of the previous generation were impacting the current one and that delaying the truth was the best course for Ji Man's safety.
Meanwhile, Ji Man found Ning Yuxuan waiting for her outside the restaurant. She vented her frustration about her father's unreasonable opposition. Ning Yuxuan suggested they accelerate their plans, implying that marriage might finally end her father's resistance. As they spoke, a street fortune teller approached them. The fortune teller predicted a life of hardship and misfortune for Ning Yuxuan if he married, but predicted high office if he focused solely on his career.
Ning Yuxuan angrily drove the fortune teller away. Ji Man apologized for the comments about his painful past, but Ning Yuxuan said it was alright, acknowledging the truth in the prediction about his previous suffering. Ji Man vowed to stand by him through any future difficulties. Ning Yuxuan then returned to his earlier thought, suggesting they make their relationship irreversible by speeding up their plans.
Later, Guihai Warrior, having been informed earlier that all valuables had been removed from Ji Man's room, waited for her return to the restaurant. Upon her arrival, he ordered her to immediately pack her belongings, stating they would set sail the next morning, never to return to Haifang. Ji Man refused, demanding a clear explanation for his strong opposition to Ning Yuxuan. Guihai Warrior remained dismissive, initially downplaying Ning Yuxuan's accomplishments.
Ji Man passionately defended Ning Yuxuan, recounting his good deeds, including aiding refugees and suppressing bandits, and spoke of his difficult childhood. She declared her desire to protect him, be with him, and make him happy for the rest of his life. Guihai Warrior angrily interrupted her, proclaiming that their relationship would only bring disaster.
He accused her of being willing to betray her family for Ning Yuxuan and ordered Sang Shen and Muxu to pack her bags, reiterating that they would leave Haifang permanently in the morning. Ji Man again refused, and Guihai Warrior vowed that as long as he lived, she would never be with Ning Yuxuan. Determined not to be separated, Ji Man resolved to drug Guihai Warrior.
She gave Sang Shen a packet of non-toxic sleeping drug, explaining it would cause six hours of unconsciousness when mixed in tea. She instructed Sang Shen to administer it to her father, stressing that this plan had to succeed and was Sang Shen's chance to prove her loyalty. Sang Shen promised to ensure Guihai Warrior drank the tea and to stay by his side.
Ji Man expressed her hope that her father would forgive her, reflecting on the difficult path she and Ning Yuxuan had taken to be together. Sang Shen reassured her that once she was happily married to Ning Yuxuan, her father would surely understand. Meanwhile, Ning Yuxuan had arranged a location beautifully decorated for a wedding. Ji Man arrived and became emotional upon seeing the setup, admitting she felt nervous and scared.
Ning Yuxuan comforted her, offering to remove the decorations if they displeased her, but Ji Man insisted she loved them, appreciating the flowers he had chosen. As Muxu helped Ji Man into her wedding dress, she complimented her appearance and performed traditional hair combing rituals, offering blessings for a happy marriage.
Ji Man voiced her long-held dream of marrying Ning Yuxuan and her hope for a simple, peaceful future, wishing her father would eventually accept their love and bless their union. Just as she was fully prepared in her wedding attire, Yuan Lang dramatically entered the room, declaring he had arrived just in time to prevent her from making a terrible mistake.
