In Episode 32, Li Xian Sheng calls Luo Wu Qiang to inform him that Lu Jun Nuo has been found, and they begin discussing terms. However, Li Xian Sheng isn't particularly invested in Lv Zhu; his main goal is to persuade Luo Wu Qiang to side with him Meanwhile, Luo Wu Qiang is still uncertain about his position
After ending the call, Luo Wu Qiang immediately seeks out Director Lin of the New Fourth Army, firmly stating, "The safety of Lu Jun Nuo is my condition for changing sides." Recognizing the urgency, Director Lin contemplates how to resolve the stalemate by rescuing Xiao Ruo Tong.
Upon learning that Xiao Ruo Tong has been captured, Gu Yi Zhong decides to rescue her without hesitation. He knows the mission will be incredibly difficult, but he remains undeterred. Cleverly, Gu Yi Zhong exploits Kondo Masao’s suspicions by fabricating a story that Li Xian Sheng plans to use the military against the Japanese, while also exposing Zhou Zhi Fei's dealings in military supplies and price gouging. Enraged, Kondo Masao immediately dispatches the Yanjiu Squad to assist Gu Yi Zhong.
At the location where Xiao Ruo Tong is held, Gu Yi Zhong storms in with Japanese soldiers, but they are unexpectedly confronted by Li Xian Sheng. A female spy attempts to stop Xiao Ruo Tong from escaping, but Gu Yi Zhong stands firm, and with the threat of the Japanese soldiers, she reluctantly steps aside. Just as they are about to succeed, Zhou Zhi Fei suddenly appears, blocking their path, and the tension escalates.
Unfazed, Gu Yi Zhong tells Zhou Zhi Fei that he is acting under Kondo Masao’s orders and attempts to leave with Xiao Ruo Tong. However, they are ambushed outside, and gunfire erupts, hitting Xiao Ruo Tong. In her final moments, she clutches a letter tightly, insisting that Gu Yi Zhong deliver it to Luo Wu Qiang.
When Gu Yi Zhong returns home, Hai Mo asks about Xiao Ruo Tong. Upon learning the truth, she is heartbroken but chooses not to disturb Gu Yi Zhong, instead crying silently outside. Gu Yi Zhong isolates himself in his room, reminiscing about his moments with Xiao Ruo Tong, feeling overwhelmed with sorrow.
Meanwhile, Luo Wu Qiang waits anxiously in his office as Director Lin brings bad news along with Xiao Ruo Tong’s letter. After reading it, Luo Wu Qiang is deeply moved, confirming Xiao Ruo Tong's identity and deciding to fulfill her last wish by joining the New Fourth Army.
On another front, Gao Hu chooses to stay, while Lv Zhu wants to return to Suzhou. Luo Wu Qiang arranges for someone to escort Lv Zhu back, only to find that her home has been taken over by Li’s wife. Lv Zhu attempts to escape but is captured again. In pursuit of revenge for Xiao Ruo Tong, Gu Yi Zhong devises a plan to have Yanjiu help in capturing Zhou Zhi Fei's brother-in-law, Ji Yu Ping.
Under pressure, Ji Yu Ping confesses everything Zhou Zhi Fei has done. Yanjiu quickly reports this to Kondo Masao, who is enraged and orders Zhou Zhi Fei's capture. Realizing he is doomed, Zhou Zhi Fei hastily instructs his wife to pack for their escape. Unfortunately, Yanjiu is faster, arriving at their home to apprehend him. In the interrogation room, Zhou Zhi Fei attempts to barter for his freedom using secrets about "Lonely Boat," claiming Wang Ming Zhong is its leader and suggesting that Gu Yi Zhong’s family might have clues. Kondo Masao’s eyes light up at this information, indicating his keen interest in the lead.
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