Episode 36 recap: Wu Jian She admitted his guilt.
Su Guo Liang's company has been operating successfully, and he attributes all the credit to Xu Ban Xia. After all, without Xu Ban Xia's investment, they wouldn't have been able to establish the company in the first place. Su Guo Liang handed over a profit of 20 million yuan to Xu Ban Xia, but Xu Ban Xia returned the money to Su Guo Liang and proposed a redistribution of equity. She suggested that she would take 40%, while the remaining 60% should go to people with dreams, as dreams need to be protected.
Su Guo Liang was astonished by Xu Ban Xia's decision, but he also felt warmth in his heart. He saw a glimmer of hope in her eyes. During the final trial of the smuggling case, Guo Qi Dong voluntarily made a supplementary statement to the court, confessing intentionally due to his grudge with Xu Ban Xia.
Xu Ban Xia made the final statement on behalf of the five individuals, giving a detailed account of their preparations when they went north to smuggle steel, including a thorough understanding of policies and regulations. In the end, the court ruled that their actions did not constitute smuggling before the law was revised, but after the revision, it fell under the category of unconscious smuggling, resulting in a fine of six million yuan.
Qiu Bi Zheng couldn't attend the trial due to his health condition, so he anxiously waited in the hospital. When he saw Xu Ban Xia, a worried expression appeared on his face, and he struggled to sit up from the bed. Xu Ban Xia took out the judgment document from her bag, and Qiu Bi Zheng's face revealed a sense of relief.
Guo Qi Dong entered the ward shortly after and exchanged smiles with Qiu Bi Zheng, letting go of all their grievances. In the winter of 2002, the case of misappropriation of state-owned assets reached a crucial turning point. The lawyers advised Xu Ban Xia to find out if Wu Jian She was aware of the ownership. If so, Wu Jian She should be held responsible.
Xu Ban Xia is from the later merged Province No. 2 Steel Company. If she knew that the ownership belonged to the state, her best outcome would be facing a hefty fine; otherwise, the company would be liquidated. The lawyers suggested that Xu Ban Xia should make Wu Jian She come forward and take responsibility. This way, not only could the company be saved, but Xu Ban Xia could also be protected.
Jia Chang An privately sought out Wu Jian She and appealed to him emotionally and rationally. In essence, Wu Jian She had concealed something in the past, and if he confessed, he would not be taking the blame for Xu Ban Xia but for himself. Besides, Wu Jian She owned 25% of the shares, so if the company became profitable, he would also earn money.
Wu Jian She was very angry. He not only poured wine on Jia Chang An but also smashed a glass when Jia Chang An attempted to persuade him further. Jia Chang An had no choice but to leave empty-handed. Gao Hui Zhang, the chairman, was summoned for another meeting, where she explained in detail the difficulties faced by state-owned assets in the past and how they had covered up the terrible reality by falsifying data.
The contracting of state-owned enterprises was a decision made by the government at that time. Private entrepreneurs like Xu Ban Xia were also unclear about it, as there were no specific provisions, so mistakes were inevitable. However, all of this can be understood. Within the company, the lawyers consulted with Xu Ban Xia again, hoping that she could persuade Wu Jian She to turn himself in, as it would be best for the company.
Xu Ban Xia couldn't bring herself to do it. After all, back then, she was just a scrap steel collector. If she hadn't followed in Wu Jian She's footsteps, she probably wouldn't have reached where she is today. Xu Ban Xia understood the concept of conducting business, but she chose to be a business person with integrity. Wu Jian She overheard Xu Ban Xia's remarks behind the door, and his heart was filled with mixed emotions. Tears welled up in his eyes. He had already made up his mind and left the company.
After returning home, Wu Jian She picked up a pen and wrote a letter to his wife, confessing that he made this decision and that he could justify himself to everyone except his wife. Wu Jian She looked at his beloved factory once again and arranged to meet Xu Ban Xia at the dock, where he explained that he was eager to acquire Province No. 2 Steel Company and knowingly signed an inappropriate contract, partly to compete with Xu Ban Xia. Later, when the two factories merged, Wu Jian She dared not say anything, as the merger was his only way out. Otherwise, he would have gone bankrupt immediately.
Now, turning himself in is a decision made by Wu Jian She. He made an agreement with Xu Ban Xia that on the day of his release, she would personally come to pick him up. Xu Ban Xia believed that every cause has its effect. Although she has been compensating the people affected by the pollution of the tidal flats for so many years, she has never found peace in her heart. She decided to turn herself in, to take responsibility proactively, and Tong Xiao Qi decided to accompany her.
Xu Ban Xia instructed Zhao Lei to visit Xu You Ren more often when she is not at home. She also publicly admitted during a company meeting that she acquired the tidal flats and built the dock through improper means. She didn't want this matter to affect the company, so she decided to turn herself in. The court ultimately sentenced Xu Ban Xia and Tong Xiao Qi to one year of imprisonment, with a one-year probation, considering their efforts to compensate.
(The end)
Probation for a year doesn't mean going to prison after a year. Probation refers to the temporary suspension of the imposed fixed-term imprisonment. For individuals granted probation, they undergo community correction within the probationary period according to the law.
If they do not commit new crimes or have other crimes pending judgment before the original sentence, the original punishment will not be executed. In summary: It's an epic finale!
Blowing Half Summer has also reconciled with her past self. She has worked so hard, so she deserves a happy ending! I hope Half Summer can continue to be happy forever!
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Blowing Half Summer has finally found peace with her past.
She has put in so much effort, and she truly deserves a happy ending! I wish for Half Summer's happiness to last forever!
After finishing this drama, I was filled with countless emotions, yet I don't know how to express them. It showcased a profound and thought-provoking storyline.
This drama dares to be bold and ambitious, embodying the fiery spirit of youth.
Fearlessly sacrificing everything, even life itself, for their dreams.
The fleshed-out plot always brings tears to my eyes, provoking deep reflection. It depicts intricate emotions, the courage to find one's way back, profound love that reaches to the core, and the broad-mindedness to embrace the vastness of the world.
The daring and decisive plot ignites a surge of passion within me, evoking a sense of responsibility befitting a great nation. I see the growth of our country throughout the series, constantly innovating and progressing, rectifying mistakes, acknowledging them with courage, and moving steadily forward, one step at a time.
While there may be times when they veer off course, they never lack the bravery to admit their errors. The concept of responsibility takes on a tangible form in this drama, and I feel proud of its weightiness.