Episode 8 recap: # Gu Yi Zhong Faces a Test at No. 90
In Episode 8, Gao Hu helps the injured Gu Yi Zhong back to their dormitory with great difficulty. Just then, Zhou Zhi Fei enters, gently asking Gao Hu to step out before closing the door. He examines Gu Yi Zhong's wounds, downplaying them as mere superficial injuries, while recalling the hardships he endured during his own training, which far exceeded what Gu Yi Zhong is experiencing now.
Zhou Zhi Fei then shifts the conversation, hinting that infiltrating the enemy is no easy task. He reveals that he joined the GCD through Gu Shunzhang, only to find himself in the hands of the Central Bureau, enduring seven days and nights of torture without yielding. Most shocking is that the person sent to persuade him to surrender was none other than his former mentor, Gu Shunzhang.
During their discussion, Gu Yi Zhong cleverly uses Zhou Zhi Fei's past bravery as a segue to question his current identity and allegiance—whether he is truly loyal or acting as an undercover agent. This question leaves Zhou Zhi Fei deep in thought, fully aware of his internal struggles and contradictions, yet unable to answer directly. He can only vaguely express that in these chaotic times, no one genuinely wishes to serve the invaders. Even those who seem powerful are merely pursuing their own interests and ambitions.
Meanwhile, Hu Zhiping brings an important directive from superiors, ordering Zhou Zhen Wu to immediately cease all actions against Gu Yi Zhong. This sudden order leaves Zhou Zhen Wu confused and perplexed, but he knows that military orders are absolute and must be followed without question.
In a broader effort to support the anti-Japanese struggle, Hu Zhiping actively seeks out quinine to treat malaria. He eventually contacts a mysterious figure named Cui Yaomin and arranges for Zhou Zhen Wu to conduct a secret transaction the following day. On the other side of Suzhou, the arrival of Li Xian Sheng causes quite a stir.
He attempts to use his influence to secure the position of Wu County governor for Wang Zemin but faces strong opposition from Kondo Masao. Kondo not only rejects Li Xian Sheng's proposal but also dismisses the idea of temporarily appointing Wang Zemin. He insists that Gu Xixing is the most suitable candidate, leaving Li Xian Sheng feeling disappointed and helpless.
After Kondo departs, Li Xian Sheng sneers at Zhou Zhi Fei, revealing his keen insight into Gu Xixing's character. He likens Gu Xixing to historical figures like Wu Peifu, stubbornly prioritizing personal honor over life itself, and asserts that Kondo will struggle to manage him.
Li Xian Sheng further emphasizes that in China, the situation must ultimately be guided by those who are savvy in the ways of the world, subtly suggesting that Kondo's efforts may prove futile.
On the other side, Huang Xin Zhai successfully captured Cui Yaomin and extracted the inside story about the New Fourth Army's drug purchases. However, Huang Xin Zhai was stunned to learn that Zhou Zhi Fei had ordered Gu Yi Zhong and Gao Hu to take Cui Yaomin away. In a fit of anger, Huang Xin Zhai rushed to complain to Kondo Masao, only to discover that this was all part of Kondo's elaborate scheme.
Kondo explained that this move was intended to test Gu Yi Zhong's loyalty. If he dared to leak any information, it would confirm his GCD affiliation, which could then be used as leverage against Gu Xixing. Meanwhile, Gu Yi Zhong and the agents from No. 90 were escorting Cui Yaomin to a teahouse when they unexpectedly encountered Xiao Ruo Tong.
In a critical moment, Gu Yi Zhong quickly came up with a plan. He created a distraction while the waiter was adding water, which caused Gao Hu to become injured and distracted. Xiao Ruo Tong picked up on Gu Yi Zhong's hint and swiftly left the scene. Zhou Zhen Wu, who arrived for a rendezvous, witnessed the agents in the teahouse and suddenly realized this was a meticulously designed trap.
Xiao Ruo Tong had followed Zhou Zhen Wu here, which left Zhou feeling displeased, but he was also grateful for her timely assistance. This series of events not only showcased the intricate dynamics of various forces but also highlighted the wit and courage of Gu Yi Zhong and his companions in the face of adversity.
Meanwhile, Hai Mo no longer wanted to act with Quan Shui to deceive the Gu family. However, Quan Shui persuaded her that there was no turning back now, and that Gu Yi Zhong's entry into No. 90 might also be part of the Gu family's scheme. After hearing this, Hai Mo started to believe it.
Upon learning that his brother Gu Yi Zhong was not dead and had become a spy, Gu Hui Zhong rushed home to question his father, Gu Xixing. Gu Xixing remained silent and took out the old shoes he had given to Gu Yi Zhong when he was a child, reminding her affectionately that no matter how Gu Yi Zhong changed, he was still her brother by blood.
On another front, Zhou Zhi Fei learned that the "Cell 8" had arrived in Suzhou and hurried to the temple to relay the message. However, he repeatedly sent messages without receiving a response, filling him with doubt and concern. He worried whether "Cell 8" had encountered trouble or if there were suspicions about his own identity. This silent struggle weighed heavily on Zhou Zhi Fei.
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