Falling Into Your Smile Episode 19 Recap
> Falling Into Your Smile Recap
ZGDX secured an impressive victory against Team Obsidian in their latest match. Early on, ZGDX successfully took down the Kraken, then used that momentum to dominate team fights, with Lu Sicheng notably achieving a triple kill that led to the decisive push on Team Obsidian's crystal. Back in the lounge, Tong Yao praised Lu Yue for his MVP performance, triggering their usual playful bickering until Lu Sicheng intervened, putting a stop to their squabbling.
Exiting the base, ZGDX was met by a barrage of aggressive reporters. Tong Yao appeared overwhelmed as they relentlessly questioned her about her recent suspension and whether her actions were a calculated move for attention. Lu Sicheng immediately stepped forward, quoting a specific article of the Criminal Law regarding defamation, effectively silencing the reporters with his authoritative warning.
Following this intense encounter, Lu Yue was interviewed, where he acknowledged Tong Yao's skill and stated that despite his strong performance, she remained better suited as the team's starter, affirming his trust in his teammates' judgment while vowing to continue improving. Later, at a restaurant, Lu Sicheng showed subtle concern for Tong Yao's foot blister. They unexpectedly encountered Xu Tai Lun from Team DQ. Five.
A fan of Xu Tai Lun approached Tong Yao, telling her that he had defended her during his own livestream. Afterwards, Tong Yao puzzled over where else she had seen him, eventually recalling his appearance on Ning Jia Qi's livestream and concluding they must be a couple. Lu Sicheng then quickly diverted her attention by urging her to eat.
After dinner, as the team rode the bus back to the base, Lu Sicheng instructed the driver to pull over, explaining he needed to buy something and that the team shouldn't wait for him. As he stepped off the bus, he cast a lingering glance back at Tong Yao, who had fallen asleep. Back at the base, Fatty discovered that one of Lu Sicheng's beloved goldfish was missing.
Tong Yao, feeling guilty, quickly tried to cover up, suggesting the fish had overeaten. When Lu Sicheng returned, Tong Yao delivered a comically elaborate speech about respecting nature's food chain before confessing that her cat, Da Bing, had devoured the fish. Fatty attempted to lighten the mood by humorously suggesting the goldfish might have "flown away." Lu Sicheng, visibly displeased, silently handed Tong Yao a band-aid for her foot, offering no further scolding.
Later, Tong Yao learned from Jin Yang that Lu Sicheng, seeking revenge, had been searching for live piranhas online, but instead purchased Venus flytraps, intending to place them near the fish tank to "bite" anyone who dared disturb his new fish again, much to Tong Yao's alarm for Da Bing. Worried about Da Bing following the Venus flytrap incident, Tong Yao woke early to check on her cat.
She found Lu Sicheng asleep on the living room sofa, still logged into a ranking match. Concerned he might catch a cold, she kindly covered him with a blanket. Unexpectedly, Lu Sicheng, in his sleep, pulled her into a tight embrace, mistaking her for Da Bing. As they lay in this awkward position, Fatty descended the stairs, witnessed the scene, and immediately retreated to share the "news" with his teammates.
Lu Sicheng eventually woke to find Tong Yao beside him, and both were flustered. Tong Yao attempted to explain her innocent intentions, but Lu Sicheng's denial only made her point out how unconvincing he sounded. Despite Lu Sicheng's lack of sleep, Tong Yao suggested they visit the animal and plant market to buy him a new goldfish. He agreed, and they both headed off to get ready, with Lu Sicheng even teasing Tong Yao to wash her hair.
Downstairs, their teammates, particularly Fatty, were astonished by their dressed-up appearance, openly speculating if they were going on a date rather than just buying fish. Lao Mao, observing them, lamented his own single status in comparison. At the bustling flower market, Lu Sicheng teased Tong Yao about her difficulty walking in high heels. Soon after, a passerby accidentally bumped into Tong Yao, causing her to stumble. Lu Sicheng swiftly caught her, preventing a fall.
They shared a brief, intense gaze amidst falling flower petals before Tong Yao, feeling self-conscious, quickly moved away. Lu Sicheng watched her walk unsteadily, a knowing smile playing on his lips. At the goldfish stall, Lu Sicheng insisted on black fish, while Tong Yao playfully preferred red ones, leading to more lighthearted banter. The stall owner, mistaking them for a couple, advised Lu Sicheng to concede to his "girlfriend." Tong Yao quickly clarified that they were not dating.
After haggling for the fish, Lu Sicheng unexpectedly took Tong Yao's hand and led her away. They then visited a cat stall, where Tong Yao expressed a desire for a new kitten, but Lu Sicheng playfully rejected the idea, stating that two "nuisances"—referring to Tong Yao and Da Bing—were enough for the base.
While there, they spotted Xu Tai Lun with a woman who was clearly not Ning Jia Qi, leading Tong Yao to realize he was cheating on his presumed girlfriend. Lu Sicheng, unfazed, merely commented on Tong Yao's poor judgment in men. Afterward, they shared a simple noodle meal. Despite Tong Yao's initial reluctance to go to a movie, wanting to play ranking games instead, Lu Sicheng revealed he had already bought tickets for "Black Widow."
Inside the cinema, he advised Tong Yao on adapting to life as a public figure, emphasizing the need to be unswayed by public opinion. During the movie, Xu Tai Lun and his companion were also seen. After the movie, fans immediately swarmed them. Tong Yao instinctively tried to hide, but Lu Sicheng urged her to face the public. When asked if they were dating, Tong Yao nervously stated they were merely "teammates" who coincidentally watched a movie together.
Lu Sicheng, visibly annoyed by her response, sarcastically questioned if she truly expected people to believe their "fish-buying" alibi before playfully threatening to spoil "Black Widow" for her. Back at the base, Lu Sicheng was content with the new goldfish. Meanwhile, Tong Yao, watching Xu Tai Lun's live stream, became furious as he denied his cheating allegations by concocting a flimsy alibi involving his kitten, even implying that she was mistaken.
Subsequently, during her own live stream, Tong Yao subtly but pointedly countered the online rumors about her and Lu Sicheng, asserting their "teammate" status. She then sarcastically addressed the claims about Xu Tai Lun, implying he was one of the people who entered the cinema late to avoid being seen, suggesting fans "ask him themselves" about his whereabouts. Lu Sicheng, who was present, observed her actions with a contemplative expression. The next match began, pitting ZGDX against DQ. Five.
Fatty expressed unusual nervousness before the game, remarking on his unsettling feeling. From the outset, DQ. Five's entire team surprisingly coordinated an attack on Tong Yao in the mid-lane, quickly securing "First Blood" as she was overwhelmed, leading commentators to question this aggressive early-game strategy.
