Episode Summary
Lin Yusen and Nie Xiguang navigate the start of their relationship amidst business trips and family politics. Lin secures major deals for the company but faces disrespect from his cousin at Grandpa Sheng's 80th birthday. Xiguang decides to go public with their relationship at the party to support him, stunning the guests.
Spoiler Alert
Business and Pleasure
Lin Yusen walks out of a meeting and locks eyes with Nie Xiguang. It is sickeningly sweet. Yin Jie watches from the sidelines with pure envy. Lin promised a team dinner back at the annual meeting. Xiguang calls in that favor for tonight. Lin has to fly out for business the next day, so the timing is tight.
Big Moves for Shuangyuan
Lin updates Boss Chen on his big plans. He is flying to Guangzhou to sign a formal contract with Boss Wu. He negotiated a great price. The plan is to upgrade equipment and boost solar conversion rates. His trip to the Northwest really paid off. Lin knows tech superiority is the only way to win. Boss Chen supports this but worries about cash flow. Lin has that covered too. He has investment firms ready to jump in. Chen is thrilled. Lin has truly revitalized the company since joining.
The Long Distance Struggle
The dinner with Yin Jie and Wan Yuhua goes well. Lin walks Xiguang back to the dorm afterward. Neither wants to say goodbye. Lin feels guilty about leaving right after they made things official. Xiguang plays it cool. She reminds him the Nie family owns 49% of the shares. He is technically working for her benefit. Lin demands a reward for his hard work. He plants a deep kiss on her forehead.
Flirting via Resume
Xiguang throws herself into work while Lin is gone. She thinks vendor quotes are too high. She scouts the market herself but finds nothing. Lin keeps the spark alive from afar. He sends over his resume. He calls it a "product manual" and tells her to study his functions. Xiguang sends her resume back. Lin admits he already studied hers ages ago.
The Birthday Bash Setup
Xiguang wants to add power generation to the garden project. The procurement team says the budget is too tight. Her aunt calls to gossip about the new relationship. She likes that Lin is busy working. Saturday is Grandpa Sheng's 80th birthday. Even Jiang Ping got an invite. Xiguang plans to go. She won't go as Lin’s girlfriend yet. She wants to keep it low-key. Her aunt refuses to go because she hates socializing.
Crashing the Party
Lin gets stuck in negotiations in Shenzhen. He has to fly directly to Shanghai for the party. This is a big one. The old man might announce his heir. Xiguang decides to surprise him. She attends with Jiang Ping without telling Lin. Lin shows up looking sharp. He is easily the best-dressed guy there. Jiang Yun spots them and tells Xiguang to say hello. Xiguang hesitates.
Taking a Stand
Sheng Xingjie arrives with the patriarch, Sheng Xianmin. The crowd whispers immediately. Xingjie lacks talent compared to Lin. But Lin isn't a direct grandson. Xingjie toasts Lin but makes it an insult. Xiguang watches this and fumes. She hates that Lin has to take this abuse. He was a brilliant surgeon before the car accident. He shouldn't have to deal with this family drama. She makes a choice. She stops hiding.
Public Official
Xiguang walks right up to Lin. He is shocked. She whispers that it is a surprise. They greet Jiang Ping together. Sheng Zhongkai spots the romance. He knows this spells trouble for the company dynamics. Lin and Xiguang don't care. They hold hands and wish Grandpa Sheng a happy birthday. The whole room stops to stare. They are officially the main event.
