Count Your Lucky Stars Episode 13 Recap
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Colleagues noted Lu Xingcheng's participation in "the road to the next stop" and asked Mu Yang why he constantly provoked him. Mu Yang simply stated that he couldn't stand arrogant people. Later, at Wen Xi's new book press conference, Mu Yang arrived and provocatively declared to Wen Xi in front of many reporters that she would eventually become his girlfriend. This statement caused a commotion, and Wen Xi's clothes were torn.
Without a word, Mu Yang removed his own jacket to cover her, then carried her away from the press conference. Back home, Tong Xiaoyou complained to Lu Xingcheng about Wu Meng copying her designs, expressing her surprise at the backstabbing nature of the design world. Lu Xingcheng reminded her that he had warned her about this before, but she hadn't believed him.
He then casually mentioned that he had known her to be a remarkable person ten years ago, which thrilled Tong Xiaoyou. Tong Xiaoyou prepared some information about Ye Mang for Lu Xingcheng, but he dismissed it, claiming he didn't need any preparation. Tong Xiaoyou urged him to take the competition seriously, noting his current streak of bad luck.
Soon after, Lu Xingcheng received a call from the director of "the road to the next stop," informing him that he might not be able to participate in the current episode and that a new schedule would be announced. Lu Xingcheng confronted Sarah Lin in front of Manager Liu, threatening to expose a "black box operation" involving the replacement of a sales representative to the President. Hearing the truth, Manager Liu, who was initially eager for cooperation, became hesitant.
Meanwhile, Mu Yang was furious upon learning that Lu Xingcheng's participation in "the road to the next stop" was canceled. He instructed the show's producer to immediately report to their superiors, detailing the potential benefits of keeping Lu Xingcheng, such as the significant increase in viewership from 0. 93 to 1. 45 percent since Lu Xingcheng's announced participation. He emphasized that if the show reached three percent ratings, the next season could be approved without application.
Mu Yang also asserted that no one had more experience dealing with Lu Xingcheng than him, or more reasons to both want and not want him on the show. The producer considered this for a long time. Tong Xiaoyou later saw Lu Xingcheng playing cards with an old man on the street and rushed over to ask if his issue with "the road to the next stop" had been resolved.
As she anxiously pressed him, Lu Xingcheng received a phone call from the station director, inviting him to participate in the program. Shortly after, they went grocery shopping together, where Lu Xingcheng assertively bought a large quantity of sticky rice dates. At home, Tong Xiaoyou personally prepared the sticky rice dates and fed them to Lu Xingcheng, who immediately spat them out, claiming they tasted nothing like his memory and were unpalatable.
However, Song Ruru, who also tried a bite, found them delicious. " The road to the next stop" began as scheduled, with Mu Yang introducing the competing designers. Mu Yang immediately sensed the tension in the contestant waiting area, especially between Lu Xingcheng and CG Zhou Yong, the designer from C&G.
When Zhou Yong provoked Lu Xingcheng, Lu Xingcheng scoffed at him, asking if C&G had no one better, and later declared that he would undoubtedly be the best designer the show had ever seen. Soon, the television station received news that viewership ratings had skyrocketed, surprising them that Lu Xingcheng's comments had generated such a surge in public interest, with over a hundred thousand netizens engaging online.
Tong Xiaoyou, using a backstage pass provided by Mu Yang, found Lu Xingcheng and urged him to prepare for the show, but he remained calm, stating he was already ready. While Lu Xingcheng was in the restroom, Tong Xiaoyou overheard Sarah Lin conspiring with a model to sabotage Lu Xingcheng. She anxiously rushed to inform him, but he remained unfazed, simply telling her to relax and wait for him in the audience.
Jiang Yan asked Lu Xingcheng to be more encouraging towards CG Zhou Yong, but Lu Xingcheng continued to sharply criticize Zhou Yong's design, saying it resembled a "flower bedsheet" and was merely an exaggerated style to attract attention, contrasting it with the subtle elegance of Chinese culture. He implied Zhou Yong lacked a true understanding of Chinese elements, comparing it to a foreigner saying "thank you" and "hello" and being mistaken for Chinese.
His pointed comments created continuous highlights for the show. However, Lu Xingcheng expressed more approval for another contestant, Wang Fan's work, praising its intricate details hidden within a seemingly simple design, particularly the beaded phoenix and the graceful pleats, stating it was "much better than the one with the mine." Soon, Lu Xingcheng took the stage with his work but, contrary to expectations, did not use a live model.
This unconventional entrance caused an uproar, which escalated when he unveiled the curtain to reveal a mannequin. With everyone in silent anticipation, Lu Xingcheng offered his perspective. He questioned whether models with a "European vibe" could truly embody the delicate beauty and nobility of Chinese women. He presented his vision of a woman who could be dignified yet demure, calm yet captivating, while possessing an innate noble temperament.
When asked who could possibly fit such a description, Lu Xingcheng confidently named Ye Mang. He then announced that Ye Mang would wear his designed gown to her upcoming 30th-anniversary celebration, declaring that this would be his first work since his comeback. After his statement, Lu Xingcheng left the stage, leaving everyone in awe and sparking widespread speculation.
Lu Xingcheng and Tong Xiaoyou went home for dinner, where Tong Xiaoyou's parents unexpectedly began discussing marriage, nearly making Tong Xiaoyou choke on her food. Her parents seemed very pleased with Lu Xingcheng and highly approved of his relationship with Tong Xiaoyou. Meanwhile, Sarah Lin's assistant reported that all the trending news headlines were dominated by Lu Xingcheng, causing Sarah Lin immense frustration, as even her attempts to suppress the media coverage had failed.
Chengpei Yu then called Sarah Lin, urging her to "add more fuel to the fire" and escalate the situation, indicating that neither of them wanted Lu Xingcheng to have a smooth comeback.
