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This episode reveals Xu Zhilin's sinister intentions behind marrying Bai Yinyin. In the pouring rain late at night, Xu Zhilin and his pregnant childhood sweetheart, Lian'er, conspire in a room. Xu Zhilin admits that marrying Bai Yinyin is merely to exploit her ancestors' favor and keep her by his side, with the ultimate goal of seizing her inner elixir for eternal life. Bai Yinyin, holding an umbrella in the rain, has long seen through their staged "hero saves the damsel" act. Chishui Zhenjun (disguised as a red snake), who has been guarding Bai Yinyin, is outraged and wants to kill Xu Zhilin. However, Bai Yinyin decides to play along with the schemes of this "scoundrel couple" to further her own revenge. Chishui Zhenjun then transforms into his true form, revealing his protective feelings for Bai Yinyin and hinting that his "chance encounter" with her was his way of pursuing her.