• Last updated: 2024-08-12 04:50

Episode 26 recap: Cherie and Zhouquan Begin Living Separately

In episode 26, the stay-at-home dads shared their ways of maintaining their marriages and the ups and downs of their lives, which deeply resonated with Cherie. Yuanyi tried to publicly acknowledge his relationship with Mengfei several times, but Mengfei always made excuses to avoid it, leaving Yuanyi feeling unhappy. He then confided in Zhouquan, who realized that Yuanyi has feelings for Mengfei and advised him to cherish what he has now. Yuanyi took the opportunity to invite Zhouquan to travel with him, but Zhouquan firmly refused.

Lin Qing recommended a baby formula to Mengfei, and they both felt it would fit Cherie's persona well, hoping to feature Cherie's family of three in the promotion. But Cherie did not want to play a role, nor did she want Zhouaixun and Zhouquan to be involved. Mengfei wanted to capture the family atmosphere, but her persuasion was futile, and Lin Qing had to leave in disappointment.

After returning from a trip, Shouxiu was in a great mood but ignored her husband Zhouquan. Zhouquan was angry but dared not vent it. Shouxiu made a sumptuous meal but did not invite Zhouquan, eating it alone. Zhouquan came out and hurriedly finished a few bites when Shouxiu went to her room, which she clearly heard.

Mengfei talked to Cherie, persuading her to accept the baby formula advertisement recommended by Lin Qing. Cherie did not want to offend Lin Qing and agreed to discuss it with Zhouquan at home. Cherie explained the situation to Zhouquan, who was reluctant but still agreed to cooperate.

Shouxiu made breakfast for herself alone, and the hungry Zhouquan had to come out to eat, asking Shouxiu to get him a bowl and chopsticks, but she firmly refused, telling him to cook for her instead. Zhouquan refused and argued, and Shouxiu angrily announced that they would live separately starting the next day.

Mengfei brought a filming crew to Cherie's house. Zhouquan recited the lines without any expression and had no interaction with Cherie. He accidentally overheard that the baby formula ad was recommended by Lin Qing and was resistant, making excuses to hide in the bathroom. Mengfei noticed Zhouquan's discomfort and discussed with Cherie to reschedule, but Cherie insisted on finishing it in one take. Mengfei chatted with Zhouaixun, who disliked doing ads but wanted Cherie to stay home more, revealing that Cherie and Zhouquan hardly spoke at home, which saddened Mengfei.

The filming continued, and the director asked Cherie and Zhouquan to interact more. They exchanged a smile, but the director felt it was fake, so they had to start over. This time, Cherie laughed, and Zhouquan mistakenly thought she was laughing at him, so he stubbornly finished the video and stormed out.

Cherie hurried after him, and Zhouquan unleashed his anger on her, refusing to pretend to be affectionate and forbidding her from associating with Lin Qing anymore. Cherie tried to explain, but Zhouquan wouldn't listen, so she had to return home alone.

Mengfei learned the situation and regretted accepting Lin Qing's recommendation. Cherie asked her to go back to the studio to edit the video. Zhouquan returned home late, drunk. Cherie prepared a hangover remedy for him, but when Zhouquan tried to be intimate, Cherie firmly pushed him away, saying she was tired and not in the mood. Zhouquan angrily yelled at her.

Cherie went to the study room, feeling dejected. Zhouquan regretted his impulsiveness and wanted to apologize, but he stood at the door for a long time and ultimately gave up. The next morning, Zhouquan prepared breakfast, but Cherie hurried off to work without eating, and firmly refused the buns he offered her. Zhouaixun accidentally discovered that Cherie had stayed in the study room the previous night, and Zhouquan made up excuses to cover it up, even putting away the bedding.

Shouxiu was practicing singing at home, and the impatient Zhouquan yelled at her, as she was preparing for a singing competition. Cherie came home early to make dinner, and Zhouquan noticed she had set up the bed in the study room. He went to the kitchen to help, but Cherie retreated to the study. During dinner, Cherie and Zhouquan were silent, and Zhouaixun suspected they had an argument, which Cherie firmly denied, trying to explain the situation.