Episode 27 recap: Anxiety Intensifies
In Episode 27, Dong Zhiyong arrives with a crew to begin construction. Shen Lei learns that their construction permit has been approved and that Lao Ke has already signed off on it, making Shen Lei's objections futile. Frustrated, Shen Lei confronts Lao Ke, who appears helpless, leaving Shen Lei feeling unfairly treated.
Bai Hanning feels like she’s serving time during her postpartum confinement. Over the years, she has given birth to one child, then another, and now a third—none of which were her choice. Shen Lin has his own struggles, and his attempts to comfort her seem inadequate. After discussions, the project is confirmed, and Na Wei and Li Xiaoyue return to begin work, excited about the prospects.
During a work meeting, a heated argument breaks out between members of the R&D department and the safety center. Under such pressure, Na Juan's anxiety flares up again, prompting him to flee the meeting room and seek solace in his car. By the time he calms down and returns to his station, the meeting has already ended. Mr. Lu calls Na Juan over to ask a few questions but does not seem suspicious.
The team members are confused, assuming Na Juan intentionally left to avoid confrontation. Meanwhile, Shen Lin is tending to her child when she receives a call from her father, prompting her to put the baby down and step into the bathroom to talk. Two of her cousins accidentally discover that Shen Lin is working as a nanny and inform her father.
Initially, Shen Lin lies to conceal her job, but eventually, she admits the truth. Her parents struggle to understand, viewing the position as shameful. Shen Lin feels angry and argues that earning a living through hard work is nothing to be ashamed of, especially since Na Wei is also unemployed. She hangs up the phone, tears streaming down her face.
Later that evening, after calming down, Shen Lin types a message but deletes it after a moment of reflection. The next day, her parents arrive in Beijing with organic vegetables, causing Shen Lin to cry again. They explain that they’ve rented out their land back home for pig farming, sharing half of the rental income with Shen Lin while keeping the other half for Shen Lei.
Her parents reassure her that they are doing fine, growing their own vegetables and saving money each year, so she need not worry about their well-being. After they leave, Shen Lin silently wipes her tears. Once she regains her composure, she takes the organic vegetables back to her employer, who dismisses them, telling Shen Lin to take them home. She had planned to do just that.
The employer also instructs Shen Lin to casually share the address for future deliveries, suggesting that items can be left at the community entrance without needing to bring them inside. Na Wei arrives to pick up the vegetables, and the couple chats in the car while Na Wei gently applies hand cream to Shen Lin.
During a management meeting, it is noted that the restroom timer has not effectively reduced the time employees waste. Mr. Lu proposes cutting off Wi-Fi entirely, a suggestion that receives unanimous support. After the meeting, a team member informs Mr. Lu that Na Juan has been the one frequently slacking off in the shower. This jogs Mr. Lu's memory that Na Juan has indeed been absent from his station lately.
When Na Juan returns, Mr. Lu sternly warns him against making such foolish mistakes again and establishes strict rules regarding shower time in front of everyone. Overwhelmed by anxiety, Na Juan snaps at Mr. Lu before fleeing. Meanwhile, Li Xiaoyue informs Na Wei that the 80,000 from Gao has already been spent, prompting Na Wei to decide to cover expenses out of pocket for now.
Before losing consciousness, Na Juan manages to call Li Xiaoyue, but soon after, he collapses and is found by a security guard patrolling the parking lot.
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