Episode 19 recap: Xu Ban Xia and Zhao Lei spent a pleasant evening together.
Xu Ban Xia understood that the workers at the steel mill were venting their frustrations on her. Lao Jia, realizing that the workers knew it wouldn't be helpful to continue causing trouble, apologized to Xu Ban Xia. Xu Ban Xia had a clear bottom line: she wanted to help the workers secure their basic livelihood.
Xu Ban Xia's actions went against Wang Da Sheng's interests. He not only had people surveilling her in the hotel she was staying at but also ransacked her room. Xu Ban Xia looked at the red graffiti on the mirror that said "Mind your own business" and couldn't help but feel a little scared. She hastily cleaned up the scattered items in the room.
At that moment, there was a knock on the door. Xu Ban Xia worried that someone was coming to cause trouble for her. After securing her phone, she cautiously looked through the peephole. Xu Ban Xia recognized the person outside the door and happily opened it, rushing into Zhao Lei's arms. The two passionately embraced, and Zhao Lei carried Xu Ban Xia into the room, deftly closing the door behind them.
After Zhou Qian finished bathing that night, instead of going to sleep on her own sofa bed, she thought for a moment and pushed open Chen Yu Zhou's door according to her heart's desire. Chen Yu Zhou was still awake at that time. Zhou Qian gathered her courage and jumped onto the bed, hugging Chen Yu Zhou, and explained that she had never been intimate with anyone else. Chen Yu Zhou was also inexperienced in relationships as it was his first time.
Zhou Qian took the initiative to express that she didn't hate Chen Yu Zhou. The next day, Zhao Lei woke up on Xu Ban Xia's bed and saw Xu Ban Xia turned towards him. He felt a bit awkward and suggested that Xu Ban Xia say something. Unexpectedly, Xu Ban Xia immediately responded, saying that she would take responsibility for him.
Zhao Lei was amused by her words, and the previous awkwardness vanished instantly. The lawyer, Xu Ban Xia, Zhao Lei, and the lawyer agreed to have dinner together. The lawyer advised Xu Ban Xia and Zhao Lei to stop causing trouble for the steel mill and to quickly buy the equipment and return. However, Xu Ban Xia felt guilty because of her experience in the fishing village and couldn't bear to give up while she still had the ability to make a difference. She was determined to help the workers at the steel mill as much as she could.
When they finished their meal, the restaurant owner informed them that someone had already paid for their table's bill. Xu Ban Xia looked and saw that it was the group of troublemakers. They called out to Zhao Lei outside the restaurant, making an appointment to meet him at 2 a.m. Their boss had a request for him.
Xu Ban Xia had not slept well since arriving in the northeast, but now that Zhao Lei was by her side, she felt at ease and fell into a deep sleep.
As the agreed-upon time approached, Zhao Lei quietly got out of bed and headed towards the hotel door. Just as he stepped outside, Wang Da Sheng's men took him away. Wang Da Sheng and a few of his associates were drilling holes on the ice, with a fire burning nearby. When Wang Da Sheng saw Zhao Lei arrive, he added more wood to the fire and advised Zhao Lei not to get involved in this mess.
Knowing Xu Ban Xia's temperament, Zhao Lei knew he wouldn't be able to convince her otherwise, so he could only support her. Understanding Wang Da Sheng's intentions, Zhao Lei voluntarily jumped into the ice hole, scaring Wang Da Sheng into quickly calling for someone to rescue him. Finally, Wang Da Sheng agreed to meet with Xu Ban Xia the next day.
Stiff and exhausted, Zhao Lei returned to the hotel. His hands were unresponsive even when trying to retrieve the key. Xu Ban Xia heard the commotion inside the room and quickly opened the door. Seeing Zhao Lei's miserable state and realizing the sacrifices he had made for her, she couldn't help but hold him in her arms, feeling a pang of heartache. Gao Xin Yi wanted to establish rules for the team, but Tong Xiao Qi refused to cooperate and accused her of making a big fuss.
Gao Xin Yi had the best intentions for the team, but Tong Xiao Qi misunderstood her, which made her frustrated. So she went to President Gao's office to find some peace and quiet. President Gao learned about Gao Xin Yi's troubles and talked about his relationship with his husband, emphasizing the need for mutual adaptation. If they couldn't change the other person, they had to change themselves to adapt.
Gao Xin Yi and Tong Xiao Qi were actually similar in nature, both resistant to change. After hearing President Gao's words, Gao Xin Yi decided that Tong Xiao Qi should adapt to her. President Gao took Gao Xin Yi to visit a reputable transportation company. They had well-established regulations, and the employees were highly motivated. Inspired by this, Gao Xin Yi, despite her mother's opposition, became determined to improve the team. She sought advice from others and spent the whole day accompanying someone in high heels, only to discover the secret of cost control.
Gao Xin Yi established rules and regulations, gathered everyone in the team's dormitory, and had them clean up and do everything in an orderly manner. Someone secretly informed Tong Xiao Qi, who rushed over and felt that the dormitory had indeed been turned into a prison-like environment by Gao Xin Yi. Displeased, Tong Xiao Qi asked Gao Xin Yi to stop, but Gao Xin Yi insisted. The two of them began arguing in the dormitory.
Adult love stories are truly captivating. Zhao Li Ying has excellent chemistry with every co-star she works with.
Here I am, couldn't sleep well last night, and I can't figure it out. Why did Xu Banxia go all out to help the residential community?
Taking several episodes to tell this story, it must have a purpose and will definitely have a connection with the main character. That's why I think they are an employee, or rather, an important employee.