Fall in You Episode 4 Recap
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Qiao Yan went to the Lotus Cemetery to visit her parents. She confessed her deep regret, admitting she had been wrong to believe Gu Jingyuan was their killer. She felt useless for constantly opposing him despite his secret protection, and now struggled with how to express her gratitude. She questioned what purpose her life held if she couldn't avenge them and find the truth, especially since all leads had gone cold.
Meanwhile, Gu Jingyuan and Gu Changye, his father, couldn't find Qiao Yan at the hospital, and her phone was off, causing them great worry. After checking at home and seeing her family photo on the table, Gu Jingyuan deduced she must have gone to the cemetery. Upon finding her there, he gently draped his coat over her shoulders. He told her she must miss her parents greatly after everything that had happened.
Qiao Yan apologized for having wronged him, to which Gu Jingyuan replied he never took it to heart. He urged her to stop crying, reminding her that life was not solely about hatred, and that even the hardest days would eventually pass. He encouraged her to give herself time to heal and move forward, advising her not to let the car crash define her future.
As it was getting dark, Gu Jingyuan suggested they head home, reminding her that Grandpa was waiting. When Qiao Yan's legs became numb, he carried her to the car. She asked if his arm still hurt, but he dismissed it as a minor scratch. Qiao Yan apologized again, concerned she must have caused his wound to reopen when he carried her.
Gu Jingyuan confessed that he had initially been angry and purposely allowed her to misunderstand, which led to her nearly getting into trouble. Qiao Yan quickly said it was okay, considering they were now even because he had saved her. Gu Jingyuan then shared details of his difficult childhood: being abandoned by his parents, abused by his first foster father, and bullied in the welfare house until the Gu family adopted him.
He revealed that he used to envy her happy family, but then realized that the sudden loss of loved ones was more painful than never having had them at all. Back at the Gu residence, Qiao Yan apologized to Gu Changye for leaving without a word and causing worry. Gu Jingyuan intervened, asking his father not to be angry. Gu Changye assured them he could never be angry with his granddaughter and urged Qiao Yan to rest.
He then called Gu Jingyuan to his study for a private conversation. Before going, Gu Jingyuan instructed Yue, a staff member, to take Qiao Yan upstairs and prepare some ginger soup for her. In the study, Gu Changye expressed frustration that Gu Jingyuan hadn't informed him earlier about the ongoing investigation, fearing for Qiao Yan's safety. Gu Jingyuan apologized and confirmed that both he and Qiao Yan suspected her parents' deaths were not accidental.
He explained that the person who stole the model was likely the mastermind. He clarified that Chen Shi had been cleared by the police and only intended to use Qiao Yan against him, while Wang He was merely seeking money. Gu Jingyuan hypothesized that the true culprit aimed to prevent Qiao Yan from inheriting Gu's Group or sought to maintain the company's existing equity structure and management.
He concluded that the most probable mastermind would be someone wary of Qiao Yan and her father, Hai, inheriting the company. When Gu Changye asked who he thought it was, Gu Jingyuan stated he himself was the most likely suspect. Gu Changye then directly asked Gu Jingyuan if he was the culprit. Gu Jingyuan firmly denied it, and Gu Changye, trusting him, urged him to continue the investigation and report any new leads.
He strictly forbade Qiao Yan from interfering due to the danger involved. Gu Jingyuan reassured his father, explaining his recent actions. He revealed he had already bought back shares from disloyal shareholders who became restless after he pretended to be at odds with Gu Changye over Qiao Yan. With Chen Shi's downfall and the imminent handling of his associates, the company would remain stable, making it a suitable time for Qiao Yan to assume a role.
Gu Changye asked if he was truly willing to hand the company over to Qiao Yan, and Gu Jingyuan replied that it was Gu Changye's company to bestow as he wished. Pleased with his response, Gu Changye acknowledged Gu Jingyuan's hard work and told him to rest. Later, Qiao Yan appeared at Gu Jingyuan's room with a medicine box, intending to change his dressing. She expressed relief that he had explained everything to Gu Changye.
As she tended to his wound, she worried aloud that she had caused his injury to reopen when he carried her earlier, but Gu Jingyuan insisted it didn't hurt. She then asked if Gu Changye had any suspects in mind for her parents' deaths and what his next steps were. Gu Jingyuan promised that they would ensure her parents' deaths would not go unpunished.
However, he made her promise to remain in Xijiang and avoid further involvement until the true murderer was found, urging her to trust him with the investigation. Sometime later, Qiao Yan spoke to Lu Wanqing over the phone, expressing her desire to return to Germany to finish her studies and secretly continue investigating her parents' deaths.
She explained that with Gu Jingyuan cleared of suspicion and her own lack of interest in inheriting Gu's Group, she felt it was the right time to go back. She mentioned the Gu family's concern for her safety, which limited her ability to pursue leads in Xijiang, suggesting that being in Germany would allow her more freedom to find clues. Lu Wanqing questioned if Gu Changye would easily permit her departure.
Qiao Yan admitted her concern, wondering how to convince him. Later, Qiao Yan was seen watering plants, distracted. Gu Jingyuan noticed and asked what was on her mind. Qiao Yan quietly confessed her wish to return to Germany, urging him to keep their conversation discreet from Gu Changye. Gu Jingyuan initially stated his father wouldn't agree and even suggested she should stay.
Qiao Yan asked if he had ever had a dream, and when he confirmed he had but wouldn't share, she called him a "cheapskate." She then revealed her dream of becoming a violinist, emphasizing her reluctance to abandon her studies. She reminded him that it was his encouragement to live on that inspired her to resume her academic pursuits, and that she believed he understood her best in the family.
Gu Jingyuan proposed alternatives, such as transferring to a local music program or even bringing her German professor to Xijiang, highlighting Gu's Group's resources. Qiao Yan dismissed these as unnecessary, reiterating her desire for a simple, ordinary life. Despite the comforts of the Gu household and the affection from Gu Changye and Gu Jingyuan, she felt the place didn't truly belong to her. Seeing her resolve, Gu Jingyuan agreed to try and persuade Gu Changye on her behalf.
At dinner, Qiao Yan subtly brought up Germany by praising Yue for her bread soup and sausages, noting they tasted exactly like those in Germany and remarking that she had already been back from Germany for a month. Gu Changye acknowledged her comment. Qiao Yan then told Gu Changye she had something to tell him, only for him to say he had something to tell her as well.
Gu Changye went first, announcing his invitation to the principal of Xijiang Business University to discuss Qiao Yan's transfer. He insisted she needed to study business to take over Gu's, as playing the violin wouldn't suffice. Qiao Yan immediately objected, asserting she had never intended to inherit Gu's, as her dream was to be a violinist.
She explained that her previous agreement to join the company was based on a misunderstanding of Gu Jingyuan, which had now been resolved, so she should return to Germany. She argued that Gu Changye and Gu Jingyuan were enough for the company, and her lack of business acumen would lead to its downfall. Gu Changye grew angry, declaring he would agree to anything but this. Gu Jingyuan quickly intervened, urging Gu Changye to calm down and respect Qiao Yan's choice.
He assured his father that he had made arrangements in Germany to ensure Qiao Yan would be well cared for. Gu Changye retorted that Gu Jingyuan was sending Qiao Yan away, despite her being safest by his side, and worried they might never see her again. Qiao Yan defended Gu Jingyuan, taking responsibility for asking him to intercede, and accused Gu Changye of driving her father away in a similar manner. Gu Jingyuan again tried to calm his father.
He then appealed to Gu Changye, suggesting that if Qiao Yan's father were alive, he would surely want his daughter to pursue her own passions and live the life she desired, urging Gu Changye to agree for her father's sake. Gu Changye, seemingly swayed, conceded but then shifted his focus back to Gu Jingyuan, stating that if he truly cared about her and her father, he should abandon the company and devote himself to Qiao Yan's care.
Later, Gu Changye had a private conversation with Qiao Yan, warning her to be wary of Gu Jingyuan taking over Gu's Group. He called her naive for not understanding this sooner. He explained that if Gu Jingyuan had no ulterior motives, he would readily relinquish the company and accompany her to Germany. His hesitation, Gu Changye argued, revealed his true ambition.
Qiao Yan attempted to defend Gu Jingyuan, emphasizing that he was family, but Gu Changye reminded her that Gu Jingyuan was only an adopted son, without Gu family blood. He brought up her past suspicion that Gu Jingyuan might have harmed her father for the company, implying that his ambitions could not be trusted. Concurrently, Gu Jingyuan discussed his plans with Lu Wanqing over the phone.
Lu Wanqing was surprised and concerned to learn of his decision to accompany Qiao Yan to Germany, questioning if it was necessary to go to such lengths just to alleviate Gu Changye's concerns. She warned him that once power was relinquished, it was difficult to regain.
Gu Jingyuan calmly explained that being the president of Gu's Group was no longer important to him, and as someone who understood him best, Lu Wanqing should know that his identity remained unchanged regardless of his title. He reminded her that he had fulfilled his promise to take her out of the welfare house, and reiterated that he was not an ambitious person.
Lu Wanqing expressed her concern that he might be wronged, but Gu Jingyuan insisted he was not and that his decision was final, concluding the conversation. Later that night, Qiao Yan found Gu Jingyuan, who seemed to be intoxicated. She questioned his late return and the amount he had drunk, teasing him about his "happiness" leading to such consumption. Gu Jingyuan denied being in a bad mood, insisting he was happy.
Just then, Gu Changye's voice was heard, indicating he had been woken by the noise. Qiao Yan quickly shushed Gu Jingyuan as Gu Changye approached, wondering if he had heard something. He eventually dismissed it as a dream and returned to bed, allowing Qiao Yan and Gu Jingyuan to avoid discovery.
