In Love With Your Dimples Episode 21 Recap
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He Qiaosheng was preparing for a business trip to Lijiang, Yunnan. Ye Lin tried to persuade him not to go, stating that Tang Shuangli was also heading there, but He Qiaosheng insisted on keeping his arrangements. Ye Lin then suggested he withdraw from competing for the Hush case for her, asking him to be irrational for her just this once. He Qiaosheng accused her of being drunk, but Ye Lin revealed she had already spoken with Tang Shuangli.
She told Tang Shuangli that He Qiaosheng had approached her with ulterior motives, and Tang Shuangli responded that she only considered him a senior alum, nothing more. Ye Lin again implored him to stay. Enraged, He Qiaosheng criticized her for trying to manipulate him, declaring that he wouldn't be controlled by anyone.
Ye Lin, admitting she was crazy, expressed her deep emotional pain, explaining that her feelings couldn't be easily turned off and on like a tap, and that while she could mask her pain, it remained in her heart. He Qiaosheng left, telling her to take care of herself. Meanwhile, Tang Shuangli was also packing for her business trip to Yunnan. Zhao Mengdi arrived, bringing a "mystery gift box" containing a sexy nightgown.
Tang Shuangli was surprised, pointing out it was a business trip, not a honeymoon, and found the nightgown too revealing. Zhao Mengdi playfully insisted it was for "work and personal life," encouraging her to use it if an opportunity arose and teasing her about being reserved. At the same time, Lu Zhiyi left two bags at Gu Ling's door.
He meticulously instructed her on caring for Meatball, detailing which bag contained Meatball's favorite snacks and dog food, and that the other held its bed. He reminded her about a yellow chicken toy and a tennis ball for weekend play, and to take Meatball for a walk around 6 p. m. daily. He emphasized that since she chose to take Meatball, she needed to be a responsible owner and treat him well.
After leaving Gu Ling’s place, Lu Zhiyi received a call from Tang Shuangli, who was concerned and suggested someone else go on the business trip. Lu Zhiyi reassured her that work shouldn't be affected by personal matters and that the trip might do them good. When Tang Shuangli asked if he was worried about Meatball, he replied that he should trust Gu Ling to take good care of him, then told Tang Shuangli to rest.
The next day, Lu Zhiyi, Tang Shuangli, and He Qiaosheng arrived in Lijiang from Xiamen. On their first evening, Tang Shuangli and Lu Zhiyi released river lanterns together, while He Qiaosheng did so alone. The following day, Lu Zhiyi and Tang Shuangli explored Lijiang as a couple, taking selfies and enjoying the sights. He Qiaosheng often found himself alone, frequently encountering the affectionate pair.
He Qiaosheng took photos of the scenery and later sent them to Ye Lin, though she did not look at them. He Qizhan called He Qiaosheng, interrupting his brother's current activities, to announce his intention to formally introduce Zhao Mengdi to him soon. He insisted on getting an answer immediately, so He Qiaosheng agreed to meet upon his return. Later, Zhao Mengdi video-called Tang Shuangli, showing her the barbecue skewers she was eating.
She eagerly asked Tang Shuangli about her Lijiang trip, specifically if she had used the nightgown. Tang Shuangli's hesitation was enough for Zhao Mengdi to conclude she hadn't, and she playfully teased her about the "lonely night" with Lu Zhiyi. As they talked, Lu Zhiyi knocked on Tang Shuangli's door. Zhao Mengdi excitedly told Tang Shuangli to let him in but then advised her to make him wait five minutes and put on the lingerie. Tang Shuangli agreed.
He Qiaosheng, who had been on his way to see Tang Shuangli, saw Lu Zhiyi at her door and decided not to intrude. Tang Shuangli, finding the nightgown too revealing, wore a long shirt over it, applied light makeup, and sprayed some perfume before opening the door. Lu Zhiyi entered and offered to massage Tang Shuangli's tired feet, gently insisting despite her initial refusal. He then tenderly told her to close her eyes, leading to an intimate night.
Back in Xiamen, Ye Lin and He Qiaosheng, both nursing their emotional wounds, spent a restless night. Elsewhere, Zhao Mengdi asked He Qizhan for his opinion on celebrities keeping their relationships secret. He Qizhan strongly condemned such behavior, calling it "lying and self-deception" and stating there was nothing to hide.
When Zhao Mengdi mentioned potential fan backlash, He Qizhan dismissed it as an insufficient excuse for dishonesty, arguing that if a partner couldn't even be acknowledged, being with them was a waste of time. Meanwhile, Gu Ling, overwhelmed after just one day with Meatball, grew frustrated when the dog made a mess and refused to eat what she offered. She angrily threatened to throw him out and told him to go find Lu Zhiyi in Lijiang.
Later, Meatball ran away from Gu Ling's home. When Gu Ling realized Meatball was gone, she frantically called Lu Zhiyi for help. The following day, He Qiaosheng continued to observe Lu Zhiyi and Tang Shuangli, seeing their evident affection. He felt he couldn't intrude and sent a message to Ye Lin, which she didn't read. While Lu Zhiyi stepped away to take a company call, He Qiaosheng took the opportunity to speak with Tang Shuangli.
He expressed that building trust was difficult, and a single lie could break it. He confessed that if Ye Lin hadn't told her, he would never have revealed his initial "ulterior motive" in approaching her, especially after learning about her relationship with Albert, due to his lack of courage. However, he admitted that over time, she became special to him, preventing him from using purely competitive business tactics.
He wondered if this feeling stemmed from admiration for her talent, an instinct to compete with Lu Zhiyi, or a desire to rekindle a past connection, acknowledging that he sometimes didn't understand his own feelings. Tang Shuangli reassured him, saying he didn't need to dwell on the past.
She said she could discern his true intentions and remembered all the kind things he had done for her—buying her a birthday gift, taking her to the Mermaid Show, trampolining with her, and buying her egg dumplings. She affirmed that he remained her "senior alum with a heartwarming smile" and a "cherished friend," and she wasn't angry. She told him that his genuine care outweighed any brief ulterior motives he might have had.
Tang Shuangli then revealed that she had once confessed to Tiffany that she used to have a slight crush on him, but their "heartbeats were not on the same timeline." She concluded by stating she had found the "love of her life" in Lu Zhiyi and felt truly blessed. He Qiaosheng accepted this, saying he had observed her happiness with Lu Zhiyi. He wished them well, stating that "it's better to give up rationally than hold on blindly."
Tang Shuangli encouraged him to find his own happiness and not let the person who cared for him pass him by. He Qiaosheng sadly wondered if that person had already left, but Tang Shuangli urged him to "give it a shot." When Lu Zhiyi returned, Tang Shuangli asked He Qiaosheng to take a photo of her and Lu Zhiyi to send to He Qizhan, noting his brother's deep care for him.
He Qiaosheng replied that he cared for his brother even more, then took the picture. Later, Ye Lin finished her work and left her resignation letter on He Qiaosheng’s desk. Back in Xiamen, Zhao Mengdi was reprimanded for chatting on the phone during work hours. She then received a call from Leo, who inquired about the contract signing and reminded her that the finals were approaching. Zhao Mengdi promised to give him a reply soon.
Lu Zhiyi dropped Tang Shuangli at her home. His assistant then informed him in person that during their trip, Meatball had gone missing from Gu Ling’s place, and Gu Ling was hit by a car while searching for him, now in a coma at the hospital. Tang Shuangli offered to accompany Lu Zhiyi, but he gently declined, telling her to rest, teasingly suggesting she might be wary of him going alone with Gu Ling.
Tang Shuangli clarified that wasn't the case, and Lu Zhiyi told her to text him once he arrived at the hospital. Meanwhile, He Qiaosheng returned to his office to find Ye Lin's resignation letter on his desk. Lu Zhiyi then took Tang Shuangli to the beach, explaining that for entrepreneurs like them, work was usually their valentine, but today, he just wanted to walk with her by the sea.
