Episode Summary
Jiang Mu impresses a rival racer with her driving skills during a mountain run. San Lai gets a makeover that sparks serious jealousy in Jin Zhao. Jin Zhao confronts Jiang Mu about their relationship, causing her to panic and run. Jin Zhao begins training for a high-stakes race by delivering food to improve his reflexes. Jiang Mu realizes her feelings after a vivid dream.
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Apples and Admissions
Things start off with a little drama. Wan Qing is trying to mark her territory with Jin Zhao, but it doesn't work. She storms off. Jiang Mu steps in and hands Jin Zhao an apple. He takes a bite. He tells her he isn't afraid of clingy women. He says he has never feared anyone in his life.
Jiang Mu takes a bite of the apple too. She challenges him. She asks what happens if he meets the right one someday. Jin Zhao looks right at her. He takes another bite. He says if that day comes, he will just admit defeat. The tension in the room spikes immediately.
The Pink Truck and the Pro Driver
Nana helps Jiang Mu find a driving coach. Jiang Mu aces her test in no time. Xinxin is a different story. She bombs her exam on purpose. She left answers blank because she hates public speaking. She didn't want a high score to force her onto a stage.
Later, Jiang Mu runs into Lin Sui at a service station. He makes her a drink. They are both waiting for San Lai. San Lai finally shows up an hour late. He is driving a Barbie pink pickup truck. It is ridiculous. Lin Sui challenges him to a downhill race. He even gives San Lai a five-second head start.
San Lai almost drives into a ditch immediately. Lin Sui grabs San Lai's cap as a trophy. The downhill path is brutal. Jiang Mu takes over the wheel for San Lai. She shreds the course. She reaches the bottom in twenty-three minutes. Lin Sui is genuinely impressed. He hears San Lai mention the cap actually belongs to Jin Zhao. Lin Sui smiles, pays their bill, and leaves.
Makeovers and Meltdowns
San Lai listens to Jiang Mu's advice. He shaves his beard. He changes his hair. He gets new clothes. The guy cleans up nice. He goes to see Jin Zhao. Jin Zhao is not impressed. He is actually jealous.
Back at the house, Jiang Mu hypes up San Lai's new look. Jin Zhao has to call her name twice to get her attention. He is fed up. He asks why she is always digging into his business. She says it is simply because it is him.
Jin Zhao decides to stop playing games. He gets very close to her face. He reminds her they aren't blood relatives. He asks her point-blank if she wants something to happen between them. Jiang Mu panics. She pushes him away and runs out the door.
Fried Rice and Fast Cars
Lin Sui shows up at Jin Qiang’s restaurant. Jin Zhao is there. His mom steps out, so Jin Zhao has to serve the guest. Lin Sui complains the dumplings are too salty. Jin Zhao cooks him a plate of fried rice instead. Lin Sui returns the cap. He wants a rematch. Jin Zhao turns him down.
The team has a new problem. They need to win an upcoming curve race. They need first place to get inside Wan Shengbang’s business. They need to find evidence of his shady deals. Jin Zhao is nervous. He goes to Jin Qiang for advice. Jin Qiang tells him to drive with his body. He tells him not to be a coward.
Delivery Boy Training
Jiang Mu is avoiding the garage. The moment with Jin Zhao was too much. Jin Qiang comes up with a training plan for Jin Zhao. He makes him deliver takeout food in the race car. It sounds stupid, but it works. The chaotic traffic forces Jin Zhao to control his speed and reactions. He learns to handle unpredictable situations.
The episode ends on a spicy note. Jiang Mu falls asleep. She dreams about kissing Jin Zhao in a pool. It feels very real. She wakes up flustered. She replays every physical touch they have shared. She sits there awake until the sun comes up.
