Count Your Lucky Stars Episode 15 Recap
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Tong Xiaoyou's mother explained to Lu Xingcheng that her father had gotten into a fight with their neighbor, Old Wu, who had reminded them that Xiaoyou was on TV. Her father got angry, leading to a fight where he twisted his ankle. Tong Xiaoyou's father then asked Lu Xingcheng how he planned to handle the situation.
Lu Xingcheng apologized for the trouble, but Xiaoyou's mother questioned the sincerity of his apology, reminding him that they had trusted him enough to consider him for their daughter. Lu Xingcheng stated that the rumors were likely targeting him. He admitted that in the past, he would simply ignore such issues until they faded, but this time, Xiaoyou was dragged into it. At the dinner table, Lu Yanzhi's family also discussed the scandal.
Chengpei Yu was surprised that Lu Yanzhi's nomination was canceled, but he calmly explained that Lu Xingcheng's nomination was also withdrawn, attributing it to the widespread rumors about Lu Xingcheng and Tong Xiaoyou. He pointed out that institutions avoid designers with tarnished reputations. Chengpei Yu, however, insisted that the rumors about Lu Xingcheng and Tong Xiaoyou were not "unsubstantiated" and were likely orchestrated by Tong Xiaoyou.
Lu Ren, Lu Yanzhi's father, disagreed, stating that Tong Xiaoyou was also a victim and that collaborating on a design was Lu Yanzhi's own wrong choice. This infuriated Chengpei Yu, who accused Lu Ren of always defending outsiders over his own family. Lu Ren, exasperated, left the table without finishing his meal. Chengpei Yu then demanded Lu Yanzhi fire Tong Xiaoyou, claiming it was essential to salvage his reputation, but he refused.
He asserted that he didn't need status and didn't care about his father's opinion, threatening to leave Yange himself if she forced him to fire Tong Xiaoyou. At the office, Tong Xiaoyou faced relentless whispers and judgment from colleagues, who blamed her for Lu Yanzhi's nomination being withdrawn and the negative impact on the company. Some sarcastically suggested she was Lu Yanzhi's girlfriend, making others cautious.
Lu Yanzhi intervened, but Tong Xiaoyou asked him to stop protecting her, stating she didn't want people to misunderstand their relationship. Meanwhile, Daly presented Lu Xingcheng with evidence of Sarah Lin taking extensive kickbacks from advertisers. Lu Xingcheng, suspecting Sarah Lin might also be behind the rumors, decided to confront her. During a meeting, Tong Xiaoyou, maintaining her composure, addressed her colleagues' skepticism about her lack of formal training.
She vowed to prove her worth through her work rather than "unwritten rules." Her presentation of the autumn collection design earned her the approval and applause of her colleagues, offering her some comfort. Lu Yanzhi called Daly, who confirmed that the new studio had been found and was being prepared. Lu Yanzhi instructed him to get it ready for him to move in that very night, causing Daly to remark on his impulsiveness. Meanwhile, Chengpei Yu angrily arrived at Yange.
Colleagues whispered, speculating that Tong Xiaoyou was in trouble, and Wu Meng smirked. Chengpei Yu marched into Tong Xiaoyou's office and demanded her resignation from Yange, stating that she represented the company. Tong Xiaoyou refused, clarifying that Chengpei Yu was not her direct supervisor. Chengpei Yu then offered Tong Xiaoyou other job opportunities and even study abroad if she left, implying that Xiaoyou was only refusing for monetary gain.
Tong Xiaoyou firmly rejected, saying she wouldn't leave Yange over unsubstantiated rumors, nor would she accept any conditions, as it would be an insult to her dreams and dignity. Lu Yanzhi rushed to Tong Xiaoyou's office after learning Chengpei Yu had confronted her, only to find it empty. Later, a disheartened Tong Xiaoyou wandered alone, questioning why her luck remained so bad despite her efforts, wondering if exchanging luck was truly effective.
She recalled Lu Xingcheng's past words about effort and perseverance being more important than luck, and despite trying her best, she felt her results were still terrible. Lu Xingcheng appeared at Sarah Lin's new publication launch, much to her surprise. After some sarcastic exchanges, Lu Xingcheng presented Sarah Lin with evidence of her taking kickbacks from manufacturers. He warned her that if he heard any more negative news about Tong Xiaoyou, this evidence would land on the President's desk.
Enraged, Sarah Lin loudly accused him of slandering, drawing the attention of numerous reporters. Seizing the opportunity, Lu Xingcheng addressed the press. He dismissively stated that with his experience, he wouldn't need to harass a "mediocre subordinate" like Tong Xiaoyou. He claimed that the rumors about him harassing female subordinates and his past "scandals" with Wen Xi were all part of a calculated "hype" campaign for his comeback as a designer.
He announced his plans to debut his new collection at Ye Mang's 30th-anniversary celebration. Lu Xingcheng's public statements were painful for Tong Xiaoyou to hear, and Lu Yanzhi was also visibly enraged. It was revealed that Lu Xingcheng had informed Tong Xiaoyou's parents about his plan to shift public attention back to himself, knowing that Tong Xiaoyou would never agree to such a self-sacrificing act.
Her parents expressed concern about his future reputation, but he dismissed their worries, saying he was used to such situations. He wanted to resolve the issue quickly and give them a satisfactory explanation. Later, Tong Xiaoyou rushed home from Brother Bao's noodle house, confronting Lu Xingcheng and desperately hoping he would admit his statements to the press were false.
However, Lu Xingcheng coldly told her that he had been using her for his own convenience, needing someone to care for him at the hospital and a place to stay. He denied promising to make her a designer, claiming his comeback was unrelated to her. Their conversation created an unresolvable rift. Lu Xingcheng, with tears in his eyes, grabbed his luggage and, feigning indifference, left her home, though his heart ached.
He told her not to dream of being the kind of girl a "domineering CEO" would like, implying she was "mediocre" and would only cling to him. Tong Xiaoyou, still holding one of Lu Xingcheng's forgotten shirts, ran out only to see Jiang Yan picking him up. She hid, unable to approach, and watched as his car drove away. Later, Tong Xiaoyou, Wen Xi, and Song Ruru discussed the incident. Xiaoyou felt dazed, believing Lu Xingcheng was strategically using her.
Wen Xi, however, suspected he had an unspeakable secret. Wen Xi admitted that she had initially wanted to use Lu Xingcheng for hype but was confused by his recent actions. The three friends commiserated at home, drinking to drown their sorrows and comforting each other. While driving Lu Xingcheng to his new place, Jiang Yan offered her home if he had no plans, reminiscing about their school days when they lived closer and found it easier to discuss designs.
Lu Xingcheng agreed that their past was nostalgic, especially if their accident hadn't occurred. Jiang Yan encouraged him to let go of the past as she had, urging him to look towards a better future. She then hinted at her feelings, expressing a desire for him to be part of her future. Lu Xingcheng, however, gently but firmly stated that they were, and would remain, good friends, leaving Jiang Yan feeling disheartened.
Drunkenly, Tong Xiaoyou sent a long, angry WeChat message to Lu Xingcheng, calling him a "selfish and arrogant jerk." After reading it, Lu Xingcheng immediately called Daly to pick him up from Jiang Yan's place, deciding he didn't want to bother Jiang Yan further since she was "bothered" by him living there. Daly, picking him up, wondered why Lu Xingcheng had suddenly moved out of Tong Xiaoyou's home and suspected it was because he had hurt her.
As they arrived at Lu Xingcheng's new studio, Daly enthusiastically described its advantages and potential, but Lu Xingcheng was distracted. He imagined Tong Xiaoyou there, triggering memories of their past moments, which made his eyes well up. At the office, Tong Xiaoyou apologized to Lu Yanzhi about the Ye Mang dress incident, accidentally spilling water on design drafts. Lu Yanzhi reassured her that the past was over and encouraged her to focus on work.
He then playfully told her to use her "remaining luck" to reprint the wet drafts. Later, Mu Yang unexpectedly visited Wen Xi at home. Wen Xi, flustered, frantically asked him not to reveal that she was eating potato chips, fearing it would get her "banned." Mu Yang found her earnestness amusing and brought her a fried chicken feast. Tong Xiaoyou called Daly, asking for Lu Xingcheng's whereabouts. Daly, amused, questioned if they were playing hide-and-seek, but Tong Xiaoyou insisted she had something very important to return to Lu Xingcheng.
