Fall in You Episode 1 Recap
> Fall in You Recap
Qiao Yan lived in Germany as a student at a Music Academy, dreaming of becoming a violinist. Unbeknownst to her, she was the daughter of the Gu family's eldest son, living a carefree life. As Qiao Yan prepared for an upcoming competition, her parents were involved in a car accident while on their way to pick her up.
She was on the phone with them, heard a disturbance, and rushed to the scene just in time to witness their car explode before her eyes, causing her to faint from shock. Later, Qiao Yan's grandfather, Chairman Gu, learned of the tragedy and traveled to Germany to find her. Having never lived with him, Qiao Yan did not recognize him. She received a house model, her father's only possession left to her, and was confused by its meaning.
On her way home, she sensed someone following her and was subsequently knocked unconscious. When she awoke, her friend Miao was by her side. Qiao Yan quickly checked her bag, finding her money and cards untouched, but the model was gone. She felt deep regret for failing to protect the last thing her father had left her.
During her meeting with Chairman Gu, Qiao Yan finally understood why her family had moved so frequently over the years: her father had insisted on marrying her mother, but Chairman Gu disapproved and nearly caused her mother to miscarry, leading her father to leave the Gu family in anger and never contact them again.
Chairman Gu wished for his son's only bloodline to return to the Gu family, but Qiao Yan refused, explaining that her father had chosen for her to use her mother's surname and never spoke of the Gu family, showing his desire for her to stay away. Reflecting on the recent events, Qiao Yan became convinced that her parents' car accident was no mere accident.
She confided in Miao, sharing that before she lost consciousness during the attack, she saw a scar on the right arm of the person who took the model. Miao told her about a letter she received, stating that Qiao Yan's father, Gu Hai's, death was not an accident and that the murderer was Gu Jingyuan. Together, they researched Gu Jingyuan, learning that Chairman Gu adopted him from a welfare home.
He was an exceptional student in college and rose from an entry-level position to Vice President of Gu's Group in just seven years. Miao also mentioned that he was rumored to be decisive, ruthless, and willing to do anything to achieve his goals. She added that if Chairman Gu hadn't suddenly found Qiao Yan, Gu Jingyuan would have already been the heir to Gu's Group.
Qiao Yan speculated that Gu Jingyuan might have been responsible for her parents' deaths, motivated by the inheritance. Despite Miao's warnings about the danger, Qiao Yan decided she had to return to Xijiang to investigate the truth and find the house model, believing it held the key. Qiao Yan made her way back to Xijiang and appeared at Gu's Group's annual Appreciation Ceremony.
Gu Jingyuan, having been asked by Chairman Gu to represent him at the ceremony, arrived to a warm reception. Chairman Gu had earlier questioned Gu Jingyuan about Gu Hai's death, which German police ruled an accident. Though Gu Jingyuan offered to investigate further, Chairman Gu dismissed his concern, praising his capabilities before requesting he attend the ceremony in his stead. Gu Jingyuan expressed loyalty, claiming all his actions were for Chairman Gu and the Gu family.
Meanwhile, attendees at the ceremony whispered about Chairman Gu's biological granddaughter and the potential conflict with Gu Jingyuan. The atmosphere shifted when Chairman Gu arrived with Qiao Yan, formally introducing her as his long-lost biological granddaughter and the future heir of Gu's Group, asking everyone to support and look after her. Qiao Yan greeted Gu Jingyuan, calling him "Uncle," and subtly questioned if they had met before, hinting at her suspicions.
Gu Jingyuan acknowledged his regret for not bringing Qiao Yan and her parents back sooner. Later, he told Qiao Yan that Xijiang nights were cold and windy, suggesting she would need to adapt if she planned to stay. Qiao Yan confidently replied that it was her home and she would certainly settle in well.
Upon arriving at the Gu family home, Uncle Xu showed Qiao Yan to her room, pointed out Gu Jingyuan's room, and advised her that he preferred not to be disturbed. Chairman Gu then summoned Gu Jingyuan to his study. Chairman Gu told Gu Jingyuan that Qiao Yan was his biological granddaughter and his only remaining blood relative, stating that he owed her a great deal and intended to compensate her.
Gu Jingyuan, feeling slighted, asked what he was to Chairman Gu. Chairman Gu clarified that Gu Jingyuan was his adopted son who had been by his side for many years. He then instructed Gu Jingyuan to treat Qiao Yan well and, after his passing, to protect her and the Gu family's assets, emphasizing it was his duty as his closest adopted son. Gu Jingyuan acknowledged his instructions and left.
Later, Qiao Yan entered Gu Jingyuan's room, hoping to find evidence while he was away. She didn't find the model but discovered a small safe. She managed to take two quick photos just as she heard Gu Jingyuan's footsteps. In a panic, she hid in the wardrobe. Gu Jingyuan, visibly upset from his conversation with Chairman Gu, slammed his fist into the mirror, startling Qiao Yan and leading to her discovery.
She feigned innocence, claiming she got lost in the large house and hid out of fear when he returned. Gu Jingyuan, unconvinced by her flimsy excuse, demanded to know her true intentions for returning to the Gu family.
