Episode 8

As Bao Min drove and meditated, his mind echoed with Ying Ha's firm assertion in the first episode - Cheng A is suspected of murdering Shi Xian. This mystery has been shrouded like a cloud since the beginning of the series and remains unresolved.

Bao Min's choice: Facing his inner intuition, will Bao Min resolutely embark on the road to find out the truth?Cheng'e initially had a cold attitude, confident that her lawyer could easily get her out of her predicament, provided she remained silent.However, Bao Min knew the urgency of Shi Xian's case and cleverly used the cornfield as a clue to capture the subtle changes in Cheng'e's expression. This subtle clue became the firm cornerstone of her determination to organize a search team.

Confrontation with the Chief: Facing the Chief’s doubts and dissatisfaction, Bao Min showed the courage and wisdom of a senior detective.She bluntly pointed out the director's conservatism and retreat, and even used the information she carefully collected in the supermarket to“Evidence” - A set of search equipment, used as a powerful weapon to convince the director.This confrontation is not only a challenge to the rules, but also a persistent pursuit of justice.In the end, the director chose to compromise in the face of the facts.

Search operation and unexpected discovery: The search team quickly assembled and launched a carpet search of the cornfield.At the same time, after being detained for several hours, Cheng'e relied on the intervention of her lawyer and her special relationship with Dr. Liu - the latter was actually her own daughter. She was able to get away with it, drove away in a luxury car, and even threatened to file a lawsuit against Bo Min.litigation.

The plot took a turn for the worse: Ying Xia was furious after hearing the news, and severely reprimanded Bao Min on the phone, but Bao Min's persistence and determination were not shaken, and she vowed to expose Cheng'e's disguise.However, while the police were searching intensively, Cheng'e took the lead and set fire to the laundromat in an attempt to destroy the evidence.

Shocking discovery and emotional entanglement: Officer Cui discovers a shocking scene in the cornfield - the brutally dismembered body of Sun Tae, not the Shi Xian everyone expected.This discovery undoubtedly adds more complexity to the case.On the other side, Long Zaizhe's intervention made the situation more urgent. His cell phone kept ringing with missed calls, indicating that another storm was approaching.

Life and death showdown and the truth revealed: When the police learned about the fire and rushed back, Jae-seok had already arrived at the scene first, pointing a rifle at Cheng-e.Cheng'e tried to contact her father but failed. It turned out that his father had discovered her twisted “art” - the selfie in the bloody bathroom through her laptop. At this point, Cheng'e's crime of killing Shixian was clearly exposed.

Twist of fate: Just when Jae-seok is about to pull the trigger, Ying-ha arrives in time, and a battle of psychology and will begins between the three.Cheng'e tried to take advantage of Yingxia's guilt and instigated Zaixi to turn to Yingxia.However, Yingxia bravely admitted her fault, but also firmly opposed any form of violent revenge.In the end, Jae-seok shot Cheng-a in the leg, and Bo-min's timely appearance only exacerbated the chaos at the scene.

The suspense of the ending: With Cheng'e's injured escape and Baomin's heroic injury, the story seems to have come to an end temporarily.But the dazzling red color and the body covered with white cloth by the swimming pool indicate that a greater mystery and a deeper tragedy have yet to be revealed.All this will be gradually revealed in the subsequent plot.

The ending of 《croak》 presents a complex and profound emotional picture, blending tragedy, relief and new hope.The following is a detailed analysis of the ending:

Seong-ah's ending: Jae-seok shoots Seong-ah in the back as she escapes, an act that ends one of the main suspects in the case, but also ends any hope of finding Shi-hyun's body.Yingxia witnessed all this, filled with shock and despair, because he realized that with the death of Cheng'e, the possibility of finding Shixian's body and seeking justice for the victim also disappeared.

Yishan's rebirth: Yishan woke up in the hospital, and the tears she shed symbolized her farewell to the sufferings of the past and her expectations for the future.Not only did she save her child, she also welcomed the birth of a new life, which added a touch of warmth and hope to the entire story.

Bao Min's helplessness and acceptance: As the main investigator of the case, Bao Min felt deeply powerless and frustrated.She realizes that some cases may never be solved, and some truths may remain buried in darkness forever.She chooses to let go and no longer pursue things that are beyond her ability. This is a sign of maturity and relief.

Jae-seok's fate: Although Jae-seok is back in jail, Dr. Yoo's lawyer steps in to hint at the possibility of his release.This plot leaves the story with an open ending, allowing the audience to have endless reveries about Jae-seok's future.

Yingxia's decision: Yingxia invites the whole family for one last dinner and decides to sell the motel.This decision marked his readiness to let go of the past and start a new life.Xiangzhe's hat is hung on the wall, symbolizing nostalgia and farewell to the past.At the same time, Yingxia's reply to the rental request and Jihao's appearance herald new possibilities for the future of the motel.

The ending of 《croak》 is not a happy ending in the traditional sense, but shows the complexity of human nature and the helplessness of life in a more real and profound way.It tells us that sometimes the truth is cruel, and some sins may never be exposed, but even so, we cannot give up hope and pursuit of life.

Yingxia's story is the core of the entire drama. His experiences and choices allow the audience to see the courage and helplessness of an ordinary person in the face of huge difficulties.He finally chose to let go of the past and start a new life. This was not only his own salvation, but also a consolation for the deceased.

Yishan's rebirth and Baomin's relief add a touch of brightness to the story. They tell us that no matter how much suffering we encounter, life can always find a way out and hope is always waiting for us ahead.

Jae-seok's fate leaves unlimited space for the audience's imagination. What will his future be like?Will he commit the crime again?Or can he change his ways?There are no clear answers to these questions, but it is such an open ending that allows the audience to think more deeply about the complexity and diversity of human nature.