Episode 20 recap: Cause of the fire: New official takes office.
When Yang Zhengang learned that Lou Mingye had arrived at the Heping Station, he questioned whether Lou Mingye really wanted to compete with Lin Luxiao and determine a winner. Lou Mingye stated that he was not transferred to the Heping Road Special Operations Station for that reason. He believed that advanced firefighting equipment and firefighting concepts could reduce casualties. He had already submitted an application and as soon as advanced firefighting equipment became available, he would be the first to try it out.
Lou Mingye affirmed that he would prove that the team he led was the strongest. He began training and announced the requirements to join the Special Operations Class, encouraging all firefighters to actively join. Young firefighters like Qin Shiquan demonstrated great combat capability and, motivated by Lou Mingye, expressed their eagerness to join the special class.
Liu Ruyi had objections to Lou Mingye and did not apply to join the special class, while Lei Dagang lacked confidence in himself and did not dare to request admission. After making all the preparations, Lou Mingye took the team to an abandoned building for smoke rescue training to assess everyone's combat capabilities. Performance was the sole criterion, and those who achieved good results would stay in the special class, while those who failed the assessment would be dismissed.
During the training, Lei Dagang, Shao Yijiu, Liu Ruyi, and others made minor mistakes and were harshly reprimanded by Lou Mingye. They were also required to wait at their original positions for assessment. Those who did not pass would be removed from their posts. After explaining his arrangements, Lou Mingye suspected that everyone's theoretical knowledge was lacking due to their basic errors, so he decided to arrange a theoretical assessment.
Everyone had to face the theoretical assessment and began studying their books. Young individuals like Qi Huo had never had the opportunity to showcase their abilities and saw this as a chance to demonstrate their strength and strive to join the special class. Therefore, they took Lou Mingye's assessment seriously. Lei Dagang and Liu Ruyi struggled with the theoretical assessment. They had been studying their books for a long time but couldn't grasp the content. Eventually, during the theory exam, they didn't know how to answer the questions.
Han Dong arranged a role for Nan Chu in a play, but Nan Chu was not skilled in acting and struggled to perform well during filming. As a result, someone recorded the footage and uploaded it online. Nan Chu's fans criticized his inadequate performance, and there were comments suggesting a shift from being fans to becoming critics, putting pressure on Han Dong.
Lin Luxiao and Nan Chu went on a date, and Nan Chu confessed that he didn't know how to act and wasn't suitable for acting. Lin Luxiao comforted Nan Chu, advising him to put work aside for now. After having a meal, Lin Luxiao and Nan Chu took a walk together and talked about the reasons they chose their current occupations.
Lin Luxiao became a firefighter because of the influence of his father, Lin's father. After being stood up by his father multiple times, he realized that his father was saving lives and recognized him as a hero. This inspired Lin Luxiao to become a firefighter himself. Nan Chu also shared her experience and love for dancing with Lin Luxiao. It was then that Lin Luxiao persuaded Nan Chu not to worry about what others say or do, but to stick to her own beliefs.
Upon hearing Lin Luxiao's words, Nan Chu suddenly understood and praised Lin Luxiao as the sun, bringing warmth to her life. Lin Luxiao was happy to hear Nan Chu's response and expressed that he had gone through a lot of hardship before, and Nan Chu was like a sweet treat sent to him by fate.
Encouraged by Lin Luxiao's words, Nan Chu proactively enrolled in Professor Jin's acting course and planned to take a two-month leave from work to focus on studying acting. Nan Chu called President Han to request the leave. Initially, President Han thought Nan Chu was discouraged by the criticism, but after Nan Chu explained her true intentions, he expressed full support for her decision.
Lin Luxiao went to see Yang Zhengang but was surprised to be greeted by Li Lei, the dispatcher. He was surprised and happy for Yang Zhengang. Yang Zhengang explained that Li Lei just happened to drop by to see him and told Lin Luxiao not to think too much about it.
Lin Luxiao no longer teased Yang Zhengang, and Yang Zhengang discussed the matter of Lou Mingye with him. Yang Zhengang was concerned about the possibility of Lou Mingye forming a special operations class and implementing a punishment system, causing unrest among the team.
Lin Luxiao expressed his understanding of Lou Mingye's ideas and stated that as long as Lou Mingye could effectively manage the special operations station, he would support his approach. The theoretical scores were released, with Qi Huo performing well, while Lei Dagang and Liu Ruyi were at the bottom. Lei Dagang couldn't help but worry that they might lose their positions as squad leaders.
Liu Ru Yi expressed that she had no interest in joining the special class and didn't care about the assessment results, showing a clear reluctance to cooperate with Lou Mingye. Following Lin Luxiao's previous request, Shao Yijiu and others took out the most advanced fire truck to shoot a promotional video introducing the vehicle. However, Lou Mingye had serious objections upon seeing it.
Lou Mingye criticized Shao Yijiu and the others and demanded that all activities other than training be halted. Liu Ru Yi finally couldn't hold back and questioned Lou Mingye if he wanted to erase all traces of Lin Luxiao's influence in the station.
The waterfall rescue by Lin Lu Xiao was truly amazing! Lin Lu Xiao and Lao Yang were on vacation in the mountains when they encountered someone in need of help. Without hesitation, Lin Lu Xiao rushed over to rescue them, displaying a strong sense of responsibility.
Since the fire station is quite far from the mountainous area and would take some time to arrive, in order not to miss the optimal rescue time, Lin Lu Xiao went alone to save the person.
And it had to be Captain Lin, what's with the internal competition that Lou Ming Ye is causing? Lin Lu Xiao, please hurry back to the Special Operations Station!
At 23 years old, Lou Ming Ye is still a tsundere, a cute one at that. He used to have a good relationship with Lin Lu Xiao, always together and having a great time. But after that earthquake, they developed different rescue philosophies.
Deep down, Lou Ming Ye feels guilty and remorseful for not being able to save that child. However, he's introverted and keeps his emotions hidden, which is why he ended up punching Lin Lu Xiao.
His subsequent anger is directed at Lin Lu Xiao's lack of self-preservation instincts. He cares about the lives of the people and his comrades. How could he just stand by and watch his comrades die in front of him?
That's why he applied to study abroad. He realized that scientific and rational rescue methods can reduce accidents. Only by ensuring his own safety can he save more people.
His decision to return as the station chief at Peace Station is actually to lead the team in place of Lin Lu Xiao. He does all this not out of a desire for victory, but genuinely for everyone's well-being.
If his scientific rescue methods are combined with Lin Lu Xiao's team spirit, they will be truly unstoppable.
There were comments saying, "But then he let Vice Yu sacrifice himself." Later on, everyone was saddened by Vice Yu's sacrifice, but was it Lou Ming Ye's fault?
The plot hasn't developed enough, and we don't know the full story yet, so let's not blame him. He wouldn't want anyone to sacrifice themselves. If possible, he would rather be the one who sacrifices...
Perhaps because I have a liking for unconventional characters, I also like Lou Ming Ye's personality. A team needs someone like him, straightforward and outspoken. His presence will only push everyone to improve.
And once the adjustment period is over, he and Lin Lu Xiao will definitely become close and harmonious good brothers again!