Across the Ocean to See You Episode 18 Recap
> Across the Ocean to See You Recap
Su Chang, in order to cheer on Tang Guoguo, secretly mobilized his friends and family to write fan letters to encourage Tang Guoguo. After Tony found out, although he didn't say anything, he still admired Su Chang in his heart. This day was Zheng Meiling's birthday banquet. Zheng mother took out a jewelry box containing a valuable jade ring. Zheng mother enthusiastically wanted to put it on Su Mang.
Su Mang, flattered, looked at Zheng Chu beside her and quietly asked what to do. Zheng Meiling leisurely interjected, saying that this ring was easy to put on, but difficult to take off. Su Mang saw that the situation was already beyond her control, and Zheng Chu was determined to make her accept the ring.
Su Mang had no choice but to stand up, bow to the elders, and tell Zheng father and Zheng mother that she was indeed pregnant, but the child was not Zheng Chu's, and that she and Zheng Chu were merely superior-subordinate colleagues, and their relationship as a couple was also fake. After Su Mang finished speaking, she hurriedly returned to her room to pack her belongings. The entire living room instantly fell silent.
Zheng father sternly asked Zheng Chu what was going on. Zheng Chu was in no mood to answer his father and turned to chase after Su Mang. Zheng Chu rushed to the airport, eagerly searching for Su Mang's back in the crowd. He finally saw her at the boarding gate. Zheng Chu shouted as he rushed over. Su Mang originally wanted to leave quickly, but Zheng Chu grabbed her arm. Su Mang shook off Zheng Chu's hand.
She told Zheng Chu that perhaps he didn't think much of it, but she felt very, very guilty. Who would be responsible for things as they were now? Zheng Chu stared intently into Su Mang's eyes and said word by word, he would be responsible. Zheng Chu finally decided to confess his feelings.
He told Su Mang that he had liked her for a long time, from washing clothes and cooking for her, to helping her overcome her shopping addiction, and then taking her home for New Year's. Zheng Chu pleaded with Su Mang, saying that he had done so much for her, and asked her not to ignore him. Su Mang looked bewildered. She said that she was divorced and had a child.
Before Su Mang could finish her sentence, Zheng Chu suddenly cupped Su Mang's face and kissed her. Su Mang's mind went blank from the kiss. Zheng Chu tightly embraced Su Mang's shoulders, his strong arms slowly calming Su Mang down. Zheng Chu earnestly told Su Mang that her child's father was Zheng Chu.
Zheng Chu promised to give himself time, and that he would definitely explain everything clearly to his family, telling them that the child in Su Mang's belly was his father. Su Mang burst into laughter at this slip of the tongue and mischievously said, "Then you're my grandson." The two finally opened their hearts and confirmed their feelings for each other. Just as the two were gazing affectionately at each other, Zheng Chu received a call from home.
Zheng Meiling had suddenly fainted. Su Mang urged Zheng Chu to hurry home to take care of his family. Zheng Chu reluctantly looked at Su Mang. Su Mang smiled and said that she would wait for him in Shanghai. Zheng Chu was overjoyed. Su Mang watched Zheng Chu's joyful retreating figure, her heart stirring. This man had done too much for her. The path was right there; how could she know the outcome if she didn't walk it?
Back in her Shanghai home, Su Mang often recalled all the moments she shared with Zheng Chu. Just then, Zheng Chu's call came in. He told Su Mang about the delivery numbers he had personally vetted for her, and the credit card he had prepared for her. Zheng Chu, in a tired voice, told Su Mang that his aunt had breast cancer.
Su Mang was startled; she could hear the suppressed choke in Zheng Chu's voice and felt extremely sad in her heart. In the hospital ward, Zheng Meiling looked lovingly at Zheng Chu. She hoped Zheng Chu could take over the Amway Group for her. Zheng Chu was surprised. He told Zheng Meiling that his capabilities were limited, and he couldn't be the CEO of the Amway Group. However, Zheng Meiling was still determined to have Zheng Chu take over.
Furthermore, Zheng Meiling also told Zheng Chu that he and Su Mang were not suitable; how could a future CEO of the Amway Group have people gossiping about his private life behind his back? Zheng Chu stubbornly stated that he genuinely liked Su Mang. He just wanted to live a simple life with Su Mang, and the child wouldn't affect their relationship.
Zheng Meiling looked at Zheng Chu's serious expression, sighed helplessly, and had to tell him that if that was the case, she wouldn't force him. However, his parents might not be easy to deal with. Zheng Chu looked at the weak Zheng Meiling, feeling an even deeper sadness in his heart. Chen Shanshan finally found Tang Ming in Lijiang. Tang Ming was surprised to see Chen Shanshan there.
Chen Shanshan stepped forward, grabbed Tang Ming's hand, and told him that her colleagues now all believed he was her boyfriend. That Xiao Jiang, who had harassed her last time, had started bothering her again in Tang Ming's absence these past few days. Chen Shanshan hoped Tang Ming would be her boyfriend for a few more days, so that Xiao Jiang wouldn't dare to trouble her again. Tang Ming was hesitant but, out of compassion, agreed to Chen Shanshan's request.
Chen Shanshan deliberately raised her voice and said, "Then, Brother Tang Ming, I'm your girlfriend now!" Yan Xiaoqiu happened to pass by and saw and heard this scene. Her heart sank, realizing that what Chen Shanshan had told her before was all true. Chen Shanshan pulled Tang Ming away from Lijiang. Before boarding, Tang Ming was distracted, constantly waiting for Yan Xiaoqiu, but his calls to Yan Xiaoqiu wouldn't go through.
Tang Ming thought he would explain to Yan Xiaoqiu when they returned to Shanghai. Su Mang went to find Su Chang, and Tang Guoguo happened to be there too. Su Mang noticed that Tang Guoguo and Su Chang's relationship was truly progressing by leaps and bounds. Su Mang pressed Su Chang for details, asking what was going on. Su Chang proudly told Su Mang that things were "in progress."
Su Mang hadn't expected that in just a few days since she left Shanghai, the relationship between these two had quietly developed. Su Mang went shopping at the mall and involuntarily succumbed to her old shopping addiction. Just as she was about to buy a bag she fancied, Zheng Chu suddenly appeared in her mind, scolding her for relapsing into her old habit. Su Mang instantly sobered up and consciously put the bag back.
On New Year's Eve, Zheng Chu sent Su Mang a WeChat message teaching her how to make fried rice. Separated by distance, Zheng Chu looked up at the night sky, feeling that his longing for Su Mang was greater than all the stars in the sky. Zheng Chu told Su Mang there would be a surprise soon. No sooner had he finished speaking than Su Mang's doorbell rang.
Su Mang was surprised; she thought Zheng Chu had returned and opened the door joyfully, the name Zheng Chu escaping her lips. However, it wasn't Zheng Chu standing at the door, but Fei Yi. Su Mang couldn't help but feel disappointed. Fei Yi was worried about Su Mang spending the New Year alone, especially as a pregnant woman, and since he was a bachelor himself, he came uninvited.
Although Su Mang didn't want Fei Yi to accompany her for the New Year, it was a kind gesture, and she found it hard to refuse. Fei Yi cooked the meal and poured drinks for Su Mang. Su Mang naturally remarked that Zheng Chu didn't let her drink anything but freshly squeezed juice. When serving soup, Fei Yi picked out some carrots, which Su Mang didn't like to eat.
However, Fei Yi emphasized that carrots were nutritious and she must eat them. In her anxiety, Su Mang blurted out that Zheng Chu never forced her to eat them. Fei Yi looked at Su Mang, who couldn't go three sentences without mentioning Zheng Chu, with a meaningful look in his eyes. Su Chang suddenly arrived at Su Mang's house with several people, each carrying an exquisite and delicious dish.
It turned out this was the surprise Zheng Chu wanted to give Su Mang. Fei Yi wisely left. Su Chang lectured Su Mang on Zheng Chu's behalf, asking how she could "cheat" while Brother Chu was away. Su Mang rolled her eyes hard at Su Chang. Looking at each dish, which represented Zheng Chu's thoughtfulness, Su Mang felt a sweet and not cloying warmth in her heart.
At the beginning of the New Year, Su Mang distributed red envelopes to her colleagues in the office. Xiao Gu and Jiajia were all incredibly happy. Su Mang saw Zheng Chu's empty seat, and her heart felt empty too. During a dinner gathering that evening, Su Mang felt unwell. Fei Yi drove Su Mang home. It turned out that the light in Su Mang's stairwell was broken.
In the dark stairwell, Fei Yi carefully supported Su Mang, but just as they were almost home, Su Mang accidentally slipped. Fei Yi quickly helped Su Mang. Just then, Zheng Chu rushed out from the shadows and instantly pulled Su Mang into his arms. When Su Mang saw Zheng Chu return, she felt as if her whole being lit up. Zheng Chu sourly sent Fei Yi away, and once inside, deliberately kept a straight face.
Su Mang looked at Zheng Chu's childish, jealous demeanor, finding it utterly adorable. Zheng Chu got up to make Su Mang some porridge. Su Mang affectionately hugged Zheng Chu from behind. The two enjoyed this rare intimate moment, and the air was filled with the scent of happiness. Tang Ming returned to Shanghai but could no longer contact Yan Xiaoqiu. He didn't know why Yan Xiaoqiu was suddenly ignoring him.
Tang Ming scrolled through Yan Xiaoqiu's WeChat, and the last status update on her Moments was from the day they went to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, where Yan Xiaoqiu wrote that it was the happiest day of her life. Tang Ming felt bitter in his heart. Su Mang and Zheng Chu were having breakfast in the morning. Zheng Chu's parrot, Earl, was circling near Su Mang's fish tank, repeatedly squawking "fish, fish."
Su Mang scolded Earl, telling him not to eat fish. Zheng Chu took the opportunity to also educate Earl to listen to "Mommy." The two fed each other at the dining table. These small moments of happiness made both of them cherish each other even more. Zheng Meiling called Zheng Chu and Su Mang in. After listening to their report on the Amway Journey project, Zheng Meiling was very satisfied. Zheng Meiling sent Zheng Chu away, leaving Su Mang.
Su Mang preemptively stated that she had already anticipated what Zheng Meiling wanted to say to her: merely that she was married before and had a child. However, Su Mang affirmed that she was serious and couldn't control matters of the heart. Seeing Su Mang's earnest demeanor, Zheng Meiling also showed no weakness, telling Su Mang that she would not let her be with Zheng Chu. Su Mang calmly replied that she would listen to Zheng Chu.
Zheng Meiling then told Su Mang about her intention to entrust Amway to Zheng Chu. Zheng Meiling hoped that Su Mang would let Zheng Chu resign. Su Mang hesitated after hearing this. Zheng Meiling told Su Mang to go back and think clearly: whether she truly loved Zheng Chu or was being too selfish. As a bargaining chip, she promised to hand over all Amway projects to MG Company.
After Su Mang and Zheng Chu left, Su Mang asked Zheng Chu what his ideal was. Zheng Chu replied that he indeed used to have the same ambition as his aunt, but now he only wanted to live a simple life with Su Mang. Su Mang became thoughtful. A few days later, Su Mang went alone to find Zheng Meiling. Getting straight to the point, Su Mang told Zheng Meiling that she wanted both Zheng Chu and the Amway project.
In order for Zheng Chu to gain credibility in the future, Su Mang voluntarily offered to hand over the Amway project entirely to Zheng Chu. Zheng Meiling actually didn't have much prejudice against Su Mang; she frankly admitted that if Su Mang didn't have a child, she would definitely support Zheng Chu marrying her. Zheng Meiling proposed making Tang Guoguo the project's spokesperson, and Su Mang agreed.
Zheng Meiling seriously told Su Mang that since she felt the Amway Journey project wasn't enough of a bargaining chip, she would hand over all future Amway projects to MG Company, and also designate Su Mang to be in charge. This would guarantee Su Mang's promotion and salary increase. Her only goal was to make Su Mang leave Zheng Chu. Su Mang stated that she was not interested in any of these.
Zheng Meiling spoke earnestly, and uncharacteristically calmly, sharing her true thoughts with Su Mang. She asked Su Mang to put herself in her shoes: if twenty years from now, her son brought home a woman who was carrying another man's child, and her son insisted on marrying no one but her, how would Su Mang feel?
As the future CEO of Amway, if Zheng Chu's private life were to be scrutinized and gossiped about because of Su Mang, had Su Mang considered the immense pressure he would face? Su Mang gradually clenched her fists and, after a moment of silence, she promised Zheng Meiling that she would go back and seriously consider her words. After saying this, she turned and left. Zheng Meiling watched Su Mang's retreating figure. Although she felt great sympathy for her, she knew she had to do this for Zheng Chu's sake.
