Episode 31 recap: The Hao father and son are preparing for a second confrontation.
Yang Chun Hong asked Wang De Cai about his recent activities apart from "Fashion Show." Wang De Cai honestly admitted that he had been in talks with Entertainment Snap magazine regarding exclusive promotions. Yang Chun Hong asked why it had to be exclusive, considering that exclusivity is usually more expensive. Wang De Cai explained that it was to avoid the possibility of Good Luck Apparel being promoted in the magazine. Yang Chun Hong bluntly stated that Yan Boss instructed them to confront Good Cloud Apparel directly, preferably in the field of fashion.
Yang Chun Hong immediately inquired about Wang De Cai's other actions. Wang De Cai honestly revealed his discussions about collaboration with Entertainment Snap magazine. He also emphasized that he had insisted on exclusivity. Yang Chun Hong was curious about the reason for exclusivity, given that advertising costs would be higher. Wang De Cai explained that it was to prevent Good Luck Apparel from being published in Entertainment Snap again. Yang Chun Hong didn't show much reaction and only mentioned that they would need to report back to Yan Boss. Yang Chun Hong added that they couldn't make decisions on their own. Yang Chun Hong also advised Wang De Cai to focus on a direct attack against Good Luck Apparel. Wang De Cai didn't understand what was meant by that, so Yang Chun Hong clarified that they should engage in a struggle, particularly in clothing design. For example, the previous incident where they pressured Good Luck Apparel to hold back inventory was just the beginning. The next competition would take place at the Beijing International Fashion Week. Wang De Cai mentioned that they had already found designers who were popular among online and young audiences. Yang Chun Hong instructed Wang De Cai to return and prepare the design proposals for the fashion week as soon as possible.
On the other side, Hao Xin finally met with Jin Ying Jie. Jin Ying Jie expressed frustration because someone had poured tea water on her voice recorder, and she couldn't open it despite numerous attempts. It was probably damaged. Jin Ying Jie was regretful, but Zhao the lawyer took it and said he would have the professionals at his law firm repair it, hoping for some progress. Meanwhile, Hao Yun Lai started researching a new plan, which involved a strategic move known as "明修栈道暗度陈仓" (lit. "repairing the plank roads while secretly crossing Chencang"). Hao Yun Lai emphasized the need for surface work and a prompt announcement of Haiyun's plagiarism at the board meeting. As for the design department's work, the designs should be sent directly to their email without the need for approval. Regarding the timing of the release, Hao Yun Lai didn't have a specific idea, stating that it was all about appearances and creating confusion. Hao Xin showed concern about the hidden move, but Hao Yun Lai admitted that he hadn't figured it out yet.
Hao Mei was drinking in frustration. She was unhappy with being constantly referred to as "the first sister" by Wan Hao. Jin Ying Jie came over, and Hao Mei asked her to sit down and have a drink together. Jin Ying Jie sensed that something was off with Hao Mei and listened attentively. She learned that the production had stopped, and there was another issue with "Fashion Show." Hao Mei felt embarrassed to talk about her investment with her family and became upset.
On the way back, Hao Xin asked about the hidden move. He realized that his father had intentionally avoided mentioning it earlier at the company. Hao Yun Lai explained that since it was a hidden move, it couldn't be known by a third party. He emphasized that they needed to coordinate on this matter because it was closely related to the interests of all shareholders. Meanwhile, Hao Mei continued drinking, and Jin Ying Jie joined her. Seeing Hao Mei venting her emotions, Jin Ying Jie realized that she needed to wake Hao Mei up. Jin Ying Jie scolded Hao Mei directly because the Hao family had already suffered too much, and Hao Mei couldn't continue being a burden to others. Hao Mei fainted on the spot, and while Wan Hao comforted her, he also praised Jin Ying Jie.
Li Li Li was concerned about Hao Xin's state of mind. Hao Xin seemed to be in a good mood, and they sweet-talked each other. Just as they finished talking about meeting in their dreams, Jin Ying Jie suddenly called Hao Xin. It was an accidental call from Jin Ying Jie. Hao Xin asked her why she called, and Jin Ying Jie admitted that she had made Hao Mei cry with her harsh words. Hao Xin immediately imagined a dramatic scene of Hao Mei confessing her love and being rejected. Jin Ying Jie hung up the phone abruptly and told Hao Xin to ask Wan Shi Tong about it. The next day, Hao Xin went to the design department to encourage and show concern for the employees, and the design department made assurances.
On Wang De Cai's side, he went to the police station as instructed by Yang Chun Hong. Yang Chun Hong contacted Yan Boss on the phone and reported about their upcoming second confrontation with Good Luck Apparel. Yan Boss discovered Yang Chun Hong's daughter and had a photo of Li Li Li in his hands. Yan Kuren recalled his previous violation of Yang Chun Hong and Li Ying Chun.
Hao Yun Lai set off for Paris to carry out the hidden move plan. Yang Chun Hong also went to the Haiyun store for a meeting and coincidentally ran into Jin Ying Jie. Yang Chun Hong felt that he recognized Jin Ying Jie's face but couldn't remember where he had seen her before. After Jin Ying Jie left, she called Wan Shi Tong. Yang Chun Hong mentioned that they couldn't continue to delay with "Fashion Show" and expressed concern about the business situation. Then they discussed the designs for the Beijing International Fashion Week. Wan Hao quickly arrived at the meeting with Jin Ying Jie, and she expressed her suspicion that they were plotting something. Wan Hao then handed over the recording equipment to Jin Ying Jie.
When Jin Ying Jie brought coffee to Yang Chun Hong and the others, Yang Chun Hong started questioning her. Jin Ying Jie panicked and quickly walked away.
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