Episode 21 recap: Dong Dong En and the others are trying to raise money from various sources.
Regarding the matter Dong Dong En discussed with Lou Yuan, the supplementary agreement is now missing, and only the original contract with a high compensation amount remains. This means that their compensation will be very high. Dong Dong En mentions that they have some WeChat chat records and wonders if they can be used as evidence. Lou Yuan acknowledges that they are indeed evidence, but their credibility may not be high.
Lou Yuan believes that they are now either going to lose money or dissolve the contract. He thinks that Su Qi will not let go so easily and advises against suing, suggesting that it would be best to reach a settlement. Lou Yuan proposes that they pay the money themselves, but Dong Dong En feels that it has nothing to do with him and refuses to accept his payment. Dong Dong En asks about Ke Mao Xu's medical expenses, and Lou Yuan says that they are now a family, and it's only natural for him to help. He believes that they should face any problems together.
Dong Dong En goes to the company and discovers that many people are reading some exposé posts online, commenting on how affectionate Lou Yuan and Dong Dong En are. Dong Dong En also comes across these posts online, with some people expressing envy while others make snide remarks. Dong Dong En feels frustrated because they are already overwhelmed with the company's issues, and now there are so many other things happening. People who know nothing are just spreading rumors and gossiping. Dong Dong En decides not to care about it anymore. Lou Yuan also finds the posts strange because the details revealed in the posts are too accurate.
Ma Cheng Shu cooked and brought food for Hi Mei. They discussed recent company matters and everyone was stressed about raising money, so their mood hasn't been great lately. Hi Mei mentioned that a company wants to sign her, and she has already found her next acting role, so she's planning to leave. Hi Mei called Dong Dong En over because he had previously discovered Ma Cheng Shu's case and realized that his obsessive-compulsive disorder hadn't improved at all. Hi Mei truly wants to be an actress, but despite Ma Cheng Shu's efforts, his condition cannot be cured, and their relationship has been painful. Hi Mei broke down in tears while holding Dong Dong En, expressing her genuine affection for Ma Cheng Shu.
Han Chun came to find their father. Previously, their father wanted Han Chun to stay in the family business, but Han Chun didn't want to remain in a comfortable zone and desired to venture out on their own. Now their father is unwilling to help and proposed a deal: he'll assist their company in overcoming the current crisis, but Han Chun must return to the family business.
Wan Dong came to see Su Qi, expressing that they no longer have any value and advising Su Qi to stop trying to find their weaknesses and leave while they're in a good mood. Xie Yi displayed the merchandise they bought and set up a stall to raise money. Some colleagues from the company came by and mocked Xie Yi, but Zhu Li happened to witness it and defended Xie Yi, driving them away. Zhu Li also likes Xie Yi, and Xie Yi gave two pillows to Zhu Li. Zhu Li decided to stay and accompany Xie Yi in selling the items.
Han Chun came to see Ke Mao Xu, mentioning that a lot has happened recently and everyone's life hasn't been easy. Han Chun expressed gratitude for meeting Ke Mao Xu earlier, as Ke Mao Xu advised them to figure out what they truly want. Han Chun assured Ke Mao Xu that they can handle it themselves. Lou Yuan believes their best option now is to find a company for investment to help them. However, Dong Dong En is unwilling, feeling that they shouldn't always rely on Lou Yuan for every problem, as it would make them less like themselves.
Dong Dong En arrived at the company early and saw Han Chun also coming. Han Chun mentioned that they have found an investment company willing to invest in them, and they are going to talk with them. Han Chun reached the ground floor, and their father's company personnel had already come to pick them up.
I suddenly dislike the female lead's best friend. She's incredibly selfish. She claims to be there to support her friend through her illness, but she stubbornly pursues an acting career.
She even takes on those kissing scenes without considering her boyfriend. It's incredibly selfish of her. Meanwhile, her boyfriend keeps trying to convince himself to restrain his emotions, believing that they will eventually break up.