In Love With Your Dimples Episode 23 Recap
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Lu Zhiyi arrived at Tang Shuangli's house, where Tang Shuangli's mother was mistakenly chatting with He Qiaosheng, believing him to be Tang Shuangli's boyfriend. Tang Shuangli quickly clarified the misunderstanding, stating she was not in a relationship with "the senior." Lu Zhiyi then introduced himself to Tang Shuangli's mother as her boyfriend. Her mother inquired about how they met, to which Lu Zhiyi replied they had attended No.2 Middle School together.
She then asked about Tang Shuangli's role at his company, and he explained she was initially a receptionist and is now his assistant. Tang Shuangli's mother was visibly upset, deeming the assistant role a waste of Tang Shuangli's talent as a senior software engineer. She announced that ST Group in Silicon Valley had offered Tang Shuangli a high-paying senior software engineer position and that she intended to take Tang Shuangli back to America soon.
Tang Shuangli argued vehemently, refusing to return and asserting her desire to live a happier life in China with people who bring her joy. Her mother intensified the pressure by revealing she had booked a medical examination that required a family member to accompany her. Overwhelmed and frustrated, Tang Shuangli ran out of the house. Lu Zhiyi followed Tang Shuangli, who expressed her exasperation at her mother's constant manipulation of her life choices.
She also voiced her jealousy and displeasure over Lu Zhiyi spending time with Gu Ling, admitting she lacked the generosity to accept such a situation and simply wanted him by her side. Lu Zhiyi comforted her, promising he would not let her leave for America and encouraging her to express her true feelings without fear of being perceived as selfish. He affirmed his love for her authentic self, including her "sensitive" and "unreasonable" sides.
To lift her spirits, he took her to watch the stars. Meanwhile, He Qiaosheng and He Qizhan discussed Tang Shuangli and Lu Zhiyi's relationship. He Qiaosheng, having made peace with Lu Zhiyi as a competitor, stated he wanted to avoid creating tension that would affect his brother and Tang Shuangli at their company. He then asked He Qizhan about his feelings for Zhao Mengdi.
He Qizhan confirmed his affection, explaining that he felt comfortable and needed around her, valued her beauty and charm, and was willing to make sacrifices for her, despite her lack of background or exceptional abilities. He Qiaosheng then revealed that Zhao Mengdi was participating in an influencer contest and had a chance to be among the top three.
The organizers were pressuring her to sign a contract, but she was hesitant because it included a "stay-single clause" requiring artists to hide their relationships. He Qizhan was surprised to learn this. He Qiaosheng advised his brother to support Zhao Mengdi in signing the contract if he truly loved her. Leon, the contest organizer, called Zhao Mengdi, pressuring her to sign the contract within two days, or he would move on to other candidates.
Around the same time, He Qizhan, feeling troubled, met Lu Zhiyi for hotpot, appearing distressed. Separately, Tang Shuangli spent time with a despondent Zhao Mengdi, who tearfully confided about the influencer contract, the stay-single clause, and how this was her closest opportunity to realize her dreams. Simultaneously, He Qizhan informed Lu Zhiyi about Zhao Mengdi's secret. Upon learning of the couple's predicament, Lu Zhiyi called Tang Shuangli.
Tang Shuangli asked him to devise a plan to help Zhao Mengdi and He Qizhan, and Lu Zhiyi agreed. The next day, following Lu Zhiyi's instructions, Tang Shuangli took Zhao Mengdi to a go-kart track, where Lu Zhiyi and He Qizhan were already waiting. Lu Zhiyi helped Tang Shuangli with her helmet. Zhao Mengdi struggled with hers and asked He Qizhan for help.
He initially ignored her, but at Lu Zhiyi's insistence and out of concern for her safety on the track, he reluctantly helped her. As He Qizhan and Lu Zhiyi competed in a race, Zhao Mengdi was involved in a collision. He Qizhan immediately stopped his kart and rushed to her side. Seeing the couple together, Lu Zhiyi and Tang Shuangli left, giving them space to reconcile.
Zhao Mengdi apologized to He Qizhan for concealing the contract, explaining her fear of his reaction. She confessed that she had fallen for him the first time he held her, despite feeling she was imperfect compared to him, and that she wanted to dedicate all the good things in the world to him. Despite his earlier anger, He Qizhan's resolve softened at her heartfelt confession.
He reassured her that he would not prevent her from pursuing her dreams, even if it meant dealing with the stay-single clause. They embraced and reconciled, then enjoyed a ride on a two-seater go-kart, as did Lu Zhiyi and Tang Shuangli. Later that evening, Lu Zhiyi took Tang Shuangli to a treehouse for a private chat before carrying her back.
Zhao Mengdi went to Leon and courageously declared that she had a boyfriend, the "street prince" who had been photographed with her. She refused to sign the contract, stating that if she ever debuted, she wanted the whole world to know about her boyfriend. Leon promptly called He Qiaosheng, informing him that Zhao Mengdi had sacrificed the contract for her love.
Zhao Mengdi then sought out He Qizhan, telling him she hadn't signed the contract because she didn't want him to make compromises in their relationship, emphasizing their bond of mutual admiration, reliance, and trust. Moved by Zhao Mengdi's unwavering commitment and love for his brother, He Qiaosheng instructed Leon to remove the stay-single clause from the contract. Leon called Zhao Mengdi, inviting her to sign the revised agreement.
Overjoyed, Zhao Mengdi and He Qizhan celebrated her success, realizing she had achieved both her dream and her love. Lu Zhiyi met with Tang Shuangli's mother again to discuss Tang Shuangli's future. He affirmed his commitment to respecting Tang Shuangli's choices, whether she continued as his assistant, returned to software engineering, or took a break from work. He also assured her that his savings were sufficient to support Tang Shuangli in pursuing her interests.
While appreciating his words, Tang Shuangli's mother maintained that an individual's greatest security comes from herself, and she viewed the ST Group offer as Tang Shuangli's most significant guarantee for a promising future, expressing her reluctance to take a risk with Lu Zhiyi. Lu Zhiyi then proposed a challenge: he would prove within one month that Tang Shuangli could have a promising future in China with him, and if he succeeded, her mother would agree to let Tang Shuangli stay.
After some hesitation, Tang's mother accepted the one-month deadline. Back home, He Qizhan decided to move into He Qiaosheng's house. He Qiaosheng showed him around, and they shared a meal. He Qiaosheng apologized for his past overbearing behavior, explaining that his strictness stemmed from his care for his younger brother. He Qizhan playfully teased him about getting married and having children, which smoothed over their previous disagreements, restoring their brotherly camaraderie.
Meanwhile, Gu Ling visited Lu Zhiyi, using Meatball as an excuse, and asked for another chance. Lu Zhiyi gently but firmly rejected her, explaining that she was only driven by possessiveness and an inability to accept that he had moved on, not true love. He stated that his heart was now entirely filled by Tang Shuangli, whose charm was solely for him.
He urged Gu Ling to accept that their past was over and to cherish any remaining good memories, rather than trying to rekindle something that no longer existed. Shortly after, Zhao Da informed Lu Zhiyi about Gu Ling's shareholder withdrawal notice. Lu Zhiyi instructed Zhao Da to process the withdrawal swiftly and discreetly, ensuring Tang Shuangli remained unaware of the situation. Finally, Tang Shuangli's mother prepared to leave China.
Tang Shuangli asked her if she would miss her, feel lonely, or be sad. Her mother, in a lighthearted manner, denied it, playfully suggesting that Tang Shuangli had Lu Zhiyi and that everything in the house would be hers alone. She asked Tang Shuangli not to see her off at the distant airport. Tang Shuangli bid her mother farewell, telling her to take good care of herself.
