In the thirteenth episode of the Vietnamese drama "White Fire," Mai confronts Cuong about her growing suspicions that he may be complicit in a conspiracy to assassinate Lao Cong. During a breakfast meeting, she directly questions Cuong, expressing her doubts about his motives and the possibility that he might trade Lao Cong's life for his own interests.

Mai's concerns are intensified when Cuong later meets with Lan, suggesting that there may be more to his actions than he has revealed. During their meeting, Cuong comments on how much Lan has changed and expresses a desire to return to their previous relationship. Lan proposes a partnership, indicating she has quality goods and a steady supply, while Cuong provides a secure distribution network. However, she insists that their dealings must be straightforward and not influenced by their superiors.

Meanwhile, Mai learns that Cuong intends to promote her to a representative position, which she believes he is capable of achieving. Interestingly, her superior is aware of Cuong's feelings for her and inquires about her own feelings towards him. Mai reflects on Cuong's character, suggesting that under different circumstances, they could have been close friends.

The episode, which airs tonight at 8 PM on VTV3, promises to delve deeper into the complex relationships and betrayals among the characters, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.