Episode 24 recap: Du Man Tang Sells a House for His Brother
In Episode 24, Du Man Tang excitedly holds a handwritten will from his father, planning to make the old man happy for his birthday. However, his brother Du Man Yi receives a phone call and rushes out, leaving Du Man Tang puzzled. Du Li, noticing this, jokingly asks if Du Man Yi is in trouble again. Du Man Tang shakes his head but can't hide his worry—it's about a past issue with Mr. Jiang, which he chooses not to mention. Instead, he encourages Du Li to join him in wishing their father a happy birthday.
As night falls, Du Man Tang carefully covers his father with a blanket. The old man gently grips his hand, as if wanting to say so much. Du Man Tang tenderly reassures him to sleep peacefully. His thoughts drift back to when Du Man Yi expressed his desire to study abroad. Their father had been supportive, proud that Du Man Tang had settled down, and didn't want money to hinder his brother's dreams.
Suddenly, a phone call interrupts the calm. The caller ID shows Du Man Yi, but a stranger's voice threatens Du Man Tang, demanding he come to a specific location if he wants to keep his brother safe. Anxious, Du Man Tang rushes out, leaving Du Li and Wang Xiao Qing at home. Wang Xiao Qing learns from Du Li about Du Man Tang's unusual behavior and decides to keep an eye on things.
Following the instructions, Du Man Tang finds Du Man Yi being held by a group of people. He stays calm and offers to settle the debts in exchange for his brother’s release, but they mock him and threaten to call the police. In a moment of desperation, Du Man Tang fights back and manages to escape with Du Man Yi.
Once safe, Du Man Tang angrily questions his brother about his reckless behavior, expressing concern for their family's feelings. Du Man Yi defends himself, saying he didn't want to cause trouble and ruin their father's birthday.
At that moment, Wang Xiao Qing calls, offering comfort and support. Du Man Tang forces a smile in front of his friends, but inside he feels a whirlwind of emotions. He tries to contact friends for financial help but faces various obstacles. Ultimately, he considers selling a house, but as he stands in the yard, memories of joyful times with his family flood his mind, filling him with reluctance.
Meanwhile, Du Li and Zhang You Ting run into Zhang Ze Zhong and Mrs. Liu while out. They mistakenly believe Zhang Ze Zhong is starting a new romance, but Mrs. Liu is actually helping Zhang You Ting find a job and mentions Guan Xi. Zhang Ze Zhong firmly refuses to get involved in anything illegal.
As Du Li and Zhang You Ting head home, each has their own thoughts.
These events deeply impress upon Du Man Tang the weight of family and responsibility. Despite feeling overwhelmed by sudden challenges, he becomes more determined to protect his family. In adversity, he learns to cherish the people around him and realizes that no matter how turbulent the outside world may be, the warmth of home and the power of familial love will always be his strongest support.
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