Episode 19 recap: Corporate Spy Gets Fired
In Episode 19, Ding Ning rapidly advances her acquisition of Shidai Logistics shares, becoming the company's second-largest shareholder and leaving Chengfeng Capital far behind. She then announces a press conference, which makes Song Qiao uneasy. She advises caution, suggesting they should avoid direct involvement until they understand Ding Ning's motives.
That night, time seems to freeze. Ding Ning unexpectedly sends Fang Fang a USB drive and invites her to meet. Inside the USB is a precious video clip from years ago, showing Zhao Kai proposing to Ding Ning. Confused and unsure of Ding Ning's intentions, Fang Fang feels a mix of emotions.
Ding Ning shifts gears, portraying Zhao Kai as a self-serving businessman and revealing details about his breakup with Song Qiao, implying that Song Qiao's influential family background was a factor in his change of heart. This leaves Fang Fang feeling conflicted. She knows how much Song Qiao has sacrificed for Shidai Logistics, including generously distributing her shares to employees to improve their quality of life. To Fang Fang, Zhao Kai's choices are far more complex than mere greed. Angered, she throws the USB into a cup of water and walks away, unwilling to engage further with Ding Ning.
Meanwhile, Zhao Kai and Xu Dao Ming have decided to fire Cheng Lu, news that delights Xing Qi Rong, who believes Cheng Lu finally got what he deserved. At the press conference, Ding Ning boldly announces her intention to join the Shidai Logistics board. Song Qiao, attending on Zhao Kai's behalf, can only state that she will consult with him before making a decision. Foreign media pressure them for a clear answer within a week.
Time is running out, and Zhao Kai, Song Qiao, and Xu Dao Ming urgently discuss their strategy. They know Ding Ning will tirelessly lobby board members for support. Xing Wen Hao's stance is crucial, as he has deep ties with Jing Tu that can influence many board decisions. However, Zhao Kai is uncertain about convincing Xing Wen Hao due to their strained relationship.
Song Qiao suggests a bold idea: perhaps Fang Fang could be the key to persuading Xing Wen Hao. Although Zhao Kai is hesitant to involve Fang Fang or reopen old wounds, he ultimately decides to meet Xing Wen Hao himself. Initially planning to bring Song Qiao along, he goes alone when she suddenly falls ill and suffers a nosebleed.
Still, Xing Wen Hao declines to help, citing Zhao Kai's previous decision to expel him from the board. In the rain, Zhao Kai pleads with him to let go of the past and work together to protect Shidai Logistics from outsiders. But Xing Wen Hao coldly replies that it is not his concern.
On another front, Song Qiao receives a grim diagnosis: brain cancer looms over her life once again. Despite her pain, she calls Fang Fang, asking for help in persuading Xing Wen Hao. Fang Fang wants to help, but she feels powerless against Xing Wen Hao's indifference and rejection. She understands that some emotional barriers are not easily overcome. The future of Shidai Logistics hangs by a thread, waiting for fate to decide its outcome.
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