Episode 34 recap: Lin Shuang and Gu Xu are affectionate and close.
Huang Mu called Wei Ming in and expressed that he had written a letter of guarantee, admitting that he was at fault this time. Huang Mu mentioned that Jiayi had been pampered since childhood and had never suffered. He wanted to smooth things over with just a few words. However, Huang's father suggested drafting a supplementary agreement stating that after the divorce, the couple's joint assets would belong to Jiayi. Wei Ming felt that such a small matter shouldn't escalate to the point of divorce, but Huang's father insisted that there had to be some consequences for breaking the guarantee. In order to bring Jiayi back home, Wei Ming reluctantly agreed.
Lin Shuang finally got the opportunity to attend training, and during this time in Jiangxi, she had been studying hard. Both of them were striving for their goals. When Lin Shuang returned to the company, she was energized. Their product also gained recognition in LA, and Gu Xu's achievements were worth celebrating.
Lin Shuang was shocked to learn that Gu Xu had known Matthew a long time ago. At that moment, she realized that her ability to sign contracts was closely related to Gu Xu. Gu Xu took Lin Shuang, Dai Ling, and Matthew out for a meal. They had a great time chatting at the dinner table. Dai Ling mentioned a new project and hoped that they could collaborate.
Lin Shuang expressed gratitude to Gu Xu for his help. She was trying to maintain her self-esteem while finding opportunities for herself. The two of them reminisced about their school days when Lin Shuang snatched Gu Xu's chicken leg and Gu Xu pulled out her valve core. They were always so simple and happy back then. Gu Xu mentioned that they had come a long way, playing and teasing each other along the way. Gu Xu admitted that he was not mature enough, which resulted in missing out on many things. If he hadn't been so proud back then, things might have been completely different. Lin Shuang commented that there were no "ifs." Gu Xu suggested playing a game of billiards at their school's pool hall. It felt like they had found their former selves there. Finally, Gu Xu gathered the courage to hold Lin Shuang's hand, saying that if both of them were late bloomers, then now was the perfect time. Lin Shuang replied that it didn't matter if it was a bit late as long as it was the right person.
Lin Shuang went to the supermarket with Gu Xu and Guoguo. There, she saw Huang Jiayi and wanted to help her identify someone, but she felt awkward and could only ask Wei Ming why he wasn't there. Jiayi explained that he was working overtime. Worried about her safety, Lin Shuang and Gu Xu escorted her downstairs. Lin Shuang straightforwardly stated that the most important thing now was to take care of herself. Jiayi apologized sincerely upon seeing Lin Shuang. Lin Shuang said that some things are only understood through experience, and at least she wasn't as afraid of the unknown as before.
Huang Jiayi saw Wei Ming come back and asked how he managed to finish so early. Wei Ming said he bought a good car for them, and they could pick it up next month. Huang Jiayi asked where the money came from, and Wei Ming replied that it had nothing to do with her.
The news of Ark's acquisition of LA shocked Ma Ding and the others. This meant that Lin Shuang's collaboration would fall apart. Huang Jiayi questioned if it was Wei Ming's doing, but Wei Ming explained that Ark had planned this all along, and it was just happening earlier. She also mentioned that Huang Jiayi and Jiang Xi had been plotting against her. In the business world, there are no father-son relationships, and there was no need for him to leave a way out for his ex-wife. Huang Jiayi expressed his astonishment at how he had become the next Lin Shuang without even realizing it.
Ma Ding went directly to Lin Shuang's home to find her. Seeing them relaxed and comfortable, Ma Ding was puzzled. It was at that moment he realized that everything was planned by them. Ma Ding commented that they were really good at acting, and he had been worried that they would truly become estranged.
Ma Ding and Jiang Xi had a drink together, and unexpectedly, they ran into Lin Shuang there. He deliberately introduced Jiang Xi loudly as the person from Ark who could drink the most and hoped she would accompany him later, as he was much more generous than Wei Ming. He even shared all the details with himself. Jiang Xi just wanted to leave after hearing this, but Lin Shuang blocked her path. Ma Ding witnessed this and immediately punched Lin Shuang.
Lin Shuang's online store was launched successfully, and everyone was happy. Wei Ming had dinner at home and mentioned that the soup didn't taste good. He immediately asked Zhang Ma, saying that he paid her salary himself and hoped she could understand and not always use Jiayi as an excuse. Jiayi bluntly stated that he was bringing the work stress home, and if it weren't for her, his father wouldn't even pay attention to him.
One day you will understand that while the economic foundation is indeed important, what matters even more is a person's responsibility and commitment, their family upbringing, and their ability to control emotions, speak with kindness, and approach things with the right attitude.
The meaning of marriage is to have a shining light that illuminates every home, rather than a chaotic mess where you alone work tirelessly as a housekeeper. Therefore, choosing the right partner is truly crucial.
After all, in life, most people are like Wei Ming, and how many can encounter someone like Gu Xu?