Encounter with You Episode 12 Recap
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Panicked after learning his mother had revised her will, Qin Gang earnestly promised to break up with Liu Wei and win back Wan Xinxin. He told his mother that he had been confused when Liu Wei appeared and that her health was paramount. He vowed to fulfill her wishes, win Wan Xinxin back, and provide her with many grandchildren. His mother, though pleased, reiterated that he must meet the two conditions she had changed in the will.
Qin Gang agreed, promising to clarify things with Liu Wei that very night. Under Qin Mother’s watchful eye, Qin Gang called her to ensure she was listening, then knocked on Liu Wei’s door. Seeing Qin Gang, Liu Wei was about to speak, but he subtly gestured that he was on the phone with his mother.
Understanding the charade, Liu Wei listened as Qin Gang dramatically announced their breakup, claiming he couldn't live without Wan Xinxin, realized his mistake, and intended to win her back. He instructed Liu Wei not to call or look for him, saying their continued relationship would hurt Wan Xinxin. As soon as his mother ended the call, Qin Gang dropped the act. Liu Wei confronted him, acknowledging his "good show."
Qin Gang then embraced her, revealing his true plan: he would swiftly gain custody of his child and control of the family business, then give Wan Xinxin some money to make her leave. He reassured Liu Wei that she was the most important person to him and that he would marry her once his mother was appeased. Liu Wei confessed that leaving him for America was her biggest mistake, realizing then she couldn't live without him.
Qin Gang hurried away to avoid his mother's suspicion, promising Liu Wei that their wait would soon be over. The next day, Wan Xinxin arrived at work to find a bouquet of yellow roses, a symbol of apology, on her desk. A colleague pointed out the meaning of the roses, and upon finding a card, Wan Xinxin learned they were from Qin Gang. She promptly tossed the flowers into the trash.
Soon after, Shi Lu called Wan Xinxin into her office. Shi Lu expressed her frustration with Wan Xinxin’s incomplete proposal, refusing to accept any excuses about family issues, being a single mother, or Qin Gang's mother bothering her. Despite Wan Xinxin's plea for another chance for Xu Ke's sake, Shi Lu swiftly assigned her a new project: a promotional campaign for a car brand, instructing her to meet the CEO immediately.
Shi Lu warned her that this was her "last chance" and if there were any further problems, no one could help her. Wan Xinxin promised to go immediately. Wan Xinxin arrived at the designated meeting place, a restaurant. As she walked in, she recognized the familiar setting and a song playing, realizing it was the same place and music from her first date with Qin Gang. Her suspicions grew when she saw Qin Gang holding a bouquet of yellow roses.
Qin Gang reminded her of their first date there, the rain, and how he had arranged for their "relationship-sealing song" to be played. Wan Xinxin, realizing Shi Lu had set her up, refused to engage in personal matters and insisted on discussing the project. Qin Gang attempted to apologize and promise to make amends for their past, but Wan Xinxin angrily rebuffed him. She accused him of being shameless and attempting to sweep his infidelity under the rug.
She reminded him that he had been comforting Liu Wei while their newborn son was still in the maternity center. Qin Gang tried to explain that nothing had happened with Liu Wei and he was merely comforting her after her divorce, admitting his immaturity and thoughtlessness, and claiming he realized how much he loved Wan Xinxin after their divorce.
Wan Xinxin retorted that he likely only realized he loved Liu Wei after marrying her, firmly stating she was "not second-choice grass," and left in a huff. Later that evening, Wan Xinxin returned home, still upset, to find Hua Ming preparing dinner. Just then, Qin Mother unexpectedly arrived, carrying gifts for Wan Xinxin and the baby. She explained that she had been too hasty and wronged Wan Xinxin, now understanding the truth.
She urged Wan Xinxin to give Qin Gang another chance, claiming he regretted his actions and would love her even more. Wan Xinxin tried to politely decline, stating she had already spoken with Qin Gang. Qin Mother persisted, emphasizing the years of their relationship and the difficulty a single mother faces in finding a new partner, suggesting Wan Xinxin might remain single. To put an end to the conversation, Wan Xinxin quickly pulled Hua Ming close, declaring him her boyfriend.
Although initially startled, Hua Ming quickly grasped the situation and played along, apologizing for not being open sooner, confessing his love for Wan Xinxin, and vowing to take good care of her and her brother. Qin Mother, expressing disappointment but claiming she had anticipated this outcome, urged Wan Xinxin to reconsider before leaving. After her departure, Wan Xinxin and Hua Ming discussed their act.
Hua Ming complained about the charade, but Wan Xinxin insisted he would have to keep playing her boyfriend for as long as Qin Mother continued to meddle. The next day, Wan Xinxin again found roses on her desk and later received a special "nutritious lunch" delivery, confirming Qin Gang's ongoing ploys. She gave the lunch to her colleagues. Shi Lu then summoned Wan Xinxin, demanding an update on the auto show project.
Wan Xinxin openly criticized Shi Lu for making her negotiate with Qin Gang, given their complicated personal history, metaphorically explaining that their vastly different approaches meant they couldn't possibly be on the same page. Shi Lu retorted that she only cared about results and insisted Wan Xinxin close the deal. As Wan Xinxin prepared to leave, Shi Lu stopped her, candidly revealing the company's precarious financial situation and stressing the vital importance of every project.
After a moment of hesitation, Wan Xinxin reluctantly agreed to lead the negotiations with Qin Gang’s company, but only on the condition that someone else would handle the project's subsequent stages, stating that if Qin Gang didn't agree, she could do no more. Wan Xinxin, accompanied by Hua Ming, went to Qin Gang's company, only to find he was intentionally avoiding them.
Meanwhile, Qin Gang called Shi Lu, making it clear that if Wan Xinxin was there to reject him, their cooperation would end. Shi Lu confirmed Wan Xinxin’s reluctance and request for a different project lead. Qin Gang, however, stood firm, stating that he would pay any promotional fee but Wan Xinxin "must" be the one to handle the case. He suggested Shi Lu enlist Wan Xinxin's relatives and friends to persuade her.
Afterwards, Qin Gang called Liu Wei, complaining about Wan Xinxin "playing hard to get." He confessed that Wan Xinxin held no significance to him beyond his mother's desire for grandchildren. He reiterated his plan to keep his mother happy until he gained control of the family business, then remove Wan Xinxin with a financial settlement, ensuring an undisturbed life with Liu Wei. At the same time, Xu Ke was facing a dire situation.
Debt collectors had arrived at his home, demanding repayment for the 400,000 he had borrowed to buy a sapphire necklace. Shi Lu attempted to call Xu Ke, but one of the collectors snatched his phone and hung up. Xu Ke desperately pleaded for more time, but the collector threatened to take two of his fingers. Seeing no other option, a terrified Xu Ke managed to call Wan Xinxin for help, explaining he had been beaten.
Wan Xinxin quickly alerted Hua Ming, and they rushed to Xu Ke’s aid. Upon their arrival, Hua Ming immediately confronted the debt collectors. Xu Ke confirmed his 400,000 debt for a necklace, which he bought to impress a girl, though it ultimately failed. Wan Xinxin, hearing this, called him an "idiot" for such a reckless expense. Hua Ming told Wan Xinxin and Xu Ke to go inside, promising to handle the situation.
He reasoned with the collectors, agreeing to repay the debt the following day, but warned against their aggressive tactics. When a collector brandished a knife, Hua Ming, feigning extensive medical knowledge, calmly and graphically described how and where to inflict a fatal wound, terrifying the collector. Conceding to Hua Ming’s unconventional intimidation, the collector agreed to leave with the promise of payment by the next day.
Hua Ming then gave Xu Ke his own bank card, instructing him to sell the necklace and use the money to pay off his debt. Xu Ke was deeply moved and speechless with gratitude. Wan Xinxin also urged Xu Ke to quickly settle his debt. As they left Xu Ke's place, Wan Xinxin expressed profound admiration for Hua Ming's impressive skills, asking if he'd had special training. Hua Ming playfully attributed his strength to the stamina required as a doctor.
While they were talking, Qin Mother spotted them. She had already suspected their true relationship but chose to feign ignorance. She approached them, carrying homemade black chicken soup and a durian cake, claiming these were Wan Xinxin's favorite foods, as Qin Gang had told her. Wan Xinxin, however, truthfully stated she disliked both, but pretended to make Hua Ming eat them instead. Hua Ming, who also genuinely detested durian and black chicken soup, was forced to consume them, much to his private agony, to maintain the façade for Qin Mother.
