The Day Before Revenge

• Small Potato
• Urban

• Ep. 1
  Leonard tries to calm his wife, Kelly, who is visibly upset. He offers her food, but she refuses, expressing her frustration with the meal. Leonard pleads with her, asking what she would like to eat instead, promising to prepare it for her. Kelly, however, accuses him of pretending to care. She reveals her deep-seated anger, blaming Leonard for the death of her best friend, Lila, a year ago. Kelly declares her intention to make Leonard suffer for the rest of his life, vowing to torment him as retribution for her loss. Leonard is left speechless, realizing the depth of her resentment.
• Ep. 2
  Leonard confronts Kelly about attending a bachelorette party, expressing his disapproval. Kelly defends her decision, arguing that it’s a common tradition for young people getting married. Leonard accuses Kelly’s best friend, Zhou Lin, of being a bad influence, leading to a heated argument. Kelly insists that Zhou Lin is her closest friend and questions Leonard’s motives. The tension escalates as Leonard tries to control Kelly’s actions, and Zhou Lin intervenes, criticizing Leonard for restricting Kelly’s freedom. The argument becomes personal, with Zhou Lin suggesting Kelly should have never married Leonard. Leonard angrily tells Zhou Lin to leave. Later, Kelly receives devastating news: Zhou Lin has died while attending the party alone. Overwhelmed with grief, Kelly blames Leonard for preventing her from going, believing her presence could have saved Zhou Lin. Leonard tries to console her, but Kelly is inconsolable, vowing to hate him forever for his role in the tragedy. The scene ends with Kelly’s heartbreak and Leonard’s guilt, setting the stage for her eventual revenge.
• Ep. 3
  Leonard and Kelly engage in a tense exchange, with Kelly taunting Leonard about his actions. Leonard, visibly frustrated, repeatedly insists on going somewhere, perhaps to intervene in the bachelorette party plans. Kelly mocks him, questioning his intentions and actions, while Leonard grows increasingly agitated. The conversation escalates as Leonard’s desperation becomes evident, hinting at his growing inability to control the situation. The scene underscores the strained relationship between the two, with Leonard’s actions driven by a mix of fear and determination to prevent Kelly from attending the party. The tension foreshadows the tragic events that will unfold, as Leonard’s attempts to stop Kelly lead to unforeseen consequences.
• Ep. 4
  Kelly, visibly distraught and pregnant, confronts Leonard, accusing him of being responsible for Lila’s death. She demands that he kneel before Lila’s memory, her voice trembling with anger and grief. Leonard, hesitant and fearful, tries to calm her down, reminding her of her pregnancy. Kelly’s rage intensifies as she insists, threatening the safety of their unborn child if he refuses. Reluctantly, Leonard kneels, his voice breaking as he repeatedly mutters, “I kneel.” Kelly watches him, her eyes filled with a mix of sorrow and vindication. She then mentions going to the hospital, hinting at further actions to come. The tension between them is palpable, as Leonard’s guilt and Kelly’s thirst for revenge drive the scene to a chilling climax.
• Ep. 5
  Leonard tries to calm his wife, who seems anxious, reassuring her that everything will be fine. He then instructs her to transfer their house and car to someone named Lin Li’s mother, revealing that Lin Li has passed away, leaving her child—their child—without care. Leonard’s wife questions their financial situation, and he admits that he has already given the money to Lin Li’s father. Meanwhile, Leonard’s son calls, informing him that his mother has fainted and urgently needs 50,000 yuan for medical expenses. Leonard, unable to provide the money, tells his son to handle the situation himself. The son, left with no choice, decides to find a way to cover the medical costs on his own. The tension between family members escalates as financial struggles and unresolved emotions come to the surface.

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