Lie to Love Episode 29 Recap
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Li Zeliang gazed at Chestnut, the small hedgehog he and Su Xieyi had raised together. He expressed his sadness and confusion over Su Xieyi's decision to end their relationship, believing she had hidden reasons for saying they should never see or contact each other again. Elsewhere, Su Xieqing suffered from a severe headache.
Xie Minghao forced her to take a potent fever reducer, despite her reluctance and nausea, asserting that her life and mind were his until she divulged certain account details and passwords. He then cruelly informed her that Su Xieyi had broken up with Li Zeliang and returned to his side, claiming that he didn't care if Su Xieyi's love was feigned, as long as she pretended to love him.
Su Xieqing, horrified, accused him of being shameless for using her to threaten Su Xieyi. Xie Minghao then questioned how Su Xieyi knew about his involvement in the Zhiwei incident and his control over her. Su Xieqing retorted that Xie Minghao himself had given Su Xieyi the doll containing the revealing message she had left. Enraged, Xie Minghao blamed Su Xieqing for revealing his secrets, but still gloated that Su Xieyi was now with him.
He then gave Su Xieqing a temporary reprieve from revealing the account information, expecting her to recall it by the next day, and forced her to eat. Xie Minghao took Su Xieyi shopping, buying clothes that he felt suited her, even though she showed little interest. He then led her to a claw machine, insisting she used to like dolls, and retrieved one for her.
He reminisced about how a similar doll, originally intended for her, was taken by Su Xieqing, and now no one would compete with her for it. He expressed his joy at doing things he had always wanted to do with her. While waiting, Su Xieyi noticed Li Zeliang observing them from a distance. She quickly dispatched Xie Minghao to buy her a dessert, creating an opportunity to speak with Li Zeliang privately.
Li Zeliang immediately questioned if Xie Minghao was blackmailing her regarding the Lantian Bay fire. Su Xieyi claimed responsibility for the fire herself, urging him to stop investigating, but Li Zeliang insisted she was afraid and that Xie Minghao was a dangerous individual connected to her father and sister.
He pleaded with her to tell him the truth, promising to face any difficulties with her, and held her, noting her rapid heartbeat as proof of her enduring love for him, referencing a past polygraph game they played. As Su Xieyi began to speak about her sister, Xie Minghao returned, aggressively pushing Li Zeliang away and accusing him of harassment.
Su Xieyi, fearing for Li Zeliang's safety, reiterated their breakup and warned him to never seek her out again, declaring them strangers. Upon returning home, Su Xieyi pressed Xie Minghao to let her see her sister. Xie Minghao, however, tightly held her, implying her desire for Li Zeliang's embrace. He then revealed his awareness of her attempts to locate Su Xieqing through analyzing photos, admitting he had tampered with all images to prevent her from gaining any information.
He menacingly threatened to intensify his efforts to undermine Ocean Hotel if she continued to harbor feelings for Li Zeliang, hinting at a major event planned for the following day. Li Zeliang participated in a charity event for hearing-impaired children, speaking publicly on behalf of Ocean Hotel. He acknowledged some recent setbacks but emphasized Ocean's strong performance and the confidence shown by Zhengde and Diying Media's recent stake acquisition.
Unexpectedly, Dai Zi Ang arrived, announcing his presence as a new part of the Ocean family and attempting a seemingly friendly embrace that Li Zeliang deftly avoided. As Li Zeliang prepared to make a donation on stage, Dai Zi Ang deliberately tripped him, causing him to stumble. Reporters immediately captured the moment. Dai Zi Ang then publicly alluded to Li Zeliang's old left leg injury and recent fatigue, suggesting his health was a concern.
Li Zeliang, regaining his composure, calmly confirmed his past injury but assured the press that it was professionally treated and would not hinder Ocean's future development. He pointedly thanked Dai Zi Ang for his "concern" and expressed hope that Dai Zi Ang's involvement would help Ocean reach new heights. Later, Li Zeliang discussed Su Xieyi's abrupt resignation with Shi Chuchu, finding it odd.
Shi Chuchu, however, believed Su Xieyi deserved it, reiterating her conviction that Su Xieyi sought revenge for the Shen family and questioning Li Zeliang's continued concern for her. She also accused him of having ulterior motives regarding the Lantian Bay project, implying he knew of Su Xieyi's plans to tamper with procurement. Li Zeliang admitted he knew but had intended to catch her in the act, not for the situation to escalate.
He then strongly advised Shi Chuchu to distance herself from Xie Minghao, revealing that Xie Minghao was now closely allied with Dai Zi Ang and had deceived both Su Xieyi and Shi Chuchu herself. Shi Chuchu, hurt, expressed her dismay, reminding Li Zeliang of her unwavering loyalty and how she had even sought her father's help for him. She insisted all her actions were for his good, apologizing if her methods were misguided.
Li Zeliang, however, firmly stated she was simply wrong and that he didn't require her sympathy or apology. Devastated, Shi Chuchu declared she would never come begging him again. Shortly after, Xie Minghao found a despondent Shi Chuchu. He fanned the flames of her anger towards Li Zeliang and manipulated her by explaining Dai Zi Ang's long-standing grudge against him and the plan to impeach him at the upcoming shareholders' meeting.
Xie Minghao then shrewdly suggested that the meeting presented Shi Chuchu with a critical opportunity to test Li Zeliang: if he still refused her assistance, she should consider cutting her losses in both love and career, implying they were similar souls in need of salvation. Su Xieyi continued her desperate search for any sign of her sister, feeling increasingly frustrated by the lack of clues.
She then received an urgent call from Dr. Wu, who expressed concern about Li Zeliang's postponed follow-up appointment. Dr. Wu revealed that Li Zeliang was suffering from severe osteomyelitis, warning that it could become cancerous if not treated promptly, and stressed the importance of his immediate return for a check-up. Shocked and alarmed by this news, Su Xieyi immediately called Ming Yue to inquire about Li Zeliang's whereabouts.
Ming Yue informed her of Ocean Hotel's plummeting stock price due to Zhengde and Diying's stake acquisition, and that Li Zeliang was unreachable and not at the company. Su Xieyi's worry for Li Zeliang intensified, but her thoughts of finding him were cut short by a call from Xie Minghao. He reiterated his strict prohibition against her contacting Li Zeliang through any means, threatening harm to both Su Xieqing and Li Zeliang if she disobeyed.
He then demanded she accompany him to a party, refusing to disclose who else would be present. Oscar found Shi Chuchu drinking alone and tried to comfort her after her argument with Li Zeliang. Shi Chuchu refused his help, complaining that Li Zeliang was unprofessional and blaming Su Xieyi for the Lantian Bay fire, believing Su Xieyi had deliberately bought low-quality insulation to exact revenge for the Shen family, and that Li Zeliang had covered for her.
Oscar expressed doubt about Su Xieyi's revenge motive, believing her feelings for Li Zeliang were genuine. Shi Chuchu, feeling unheard, began to leave, but Oscar stopped her and disclosed that after Li Zeliang's argument with Su Xieyi, he had confided in Oscar, revealing that the Zhiwei bankruptcy had been the doing of Su Xieqing and Xie Minghao, not Li Zeliang.
Just then, Li Zeliang arrived and apologized to Shi Chuchu, admitting his harsh words earlier were a deliberate act for Dai Zi Ang's benefit. He then revealed that Dai Zi Ang and Xie Minghao were closely allied, serving as the hidden shareholders behind Zhengde and Diying Media, with the ultimate goal of acquiring Ocean Hotel. Li Zeliang further explained that before Su Xieqing vanished, she had confessed to him her involvement in Zhiwei's financial irregularities.
Given Xie Minghao’s role as her fiancé and his required involvement in such contracts, Li Zeliang suspected Xie Minghao’s culpability and confirmed he had reported everything to the police. He also posited that the project proposal leak occurred even before the project restart, with Xie Minghao being the only one with access at that time.
Li Zeliang then outlined how the incidents, from He Jianghua's leaks to the Lantian Bay fire, were all orchestrated by Xie Minghao and Dai Zi Ang to suppress Ocean's stock price and seize its shares. Shi Chuchu, finally understanding, expressed her regret for being deceived. Li Zeliang reassured her it wasn't her fault, as Xie Minghao was highly cunning, and apologized for his own insensitivity. Oscar then urged them to unite.
Li Zeliang unveiled his plan: Dai Zi Ang would undoubtedly try to force his resignation. He explained that on the nine-director board, Dai Zi Ang had been courting several members, making Shi Chuchu's vote crucial. Li Zeliang predicted Xie Minghao would try to win her over. Despite Shi Chuchu’s initial assertion that she would not side with them, Li Zeliang instructed her to "support" Xie Minghao's efforts.
He explained that by stepping aside, he would allow Dai Zi Ang to become overconfident and reveal his vulnerabilities. Li Zeliang suspected Dai Zi Ang had pledged his equity in Zhengde to finance the Ocean acquisition. He reasoned that if they could find evidence of Dai Zi Ang's manipulation in the Lantian Bay incident, Zhengde's stock would plummet, forcing Dai Zi Ang to sell his newly acquired Ocean shares to save Zhengde, potentially leaving him empty-handed.
Oscar, excited by the prospect of such a "business war," offered his assistance, and Li Zeliang tasked him with verifying the Zhengde equity pledge, leveraging Oscar's father's influential position in the fund industry. Dai Zi Ang conducted a discreet transaction with He Jianghua, providing him with money. He Jianghua initially hesitated to accept, stating he shouldn't take money that wasn't rightfully his, but ultimately relented after Dai Zi Ang's insistence, warning him that it could not happen again.
Later, Ji Yingsong observed Xie Minghao and Su Xieyi entering a venue and reported it to Li Zeliang. He then spotted He Jianghua entering a gym and immediately alerted Li Zeliang, who instructed him to follow and provide the location so he could join them. Inside the gym, which served as a party venue, Dai Zi Ang greeted Xie Minghao and Su Xieyi, expressing delight that Xie Minghao had finally brought his "girlfriend" out.
Dai Zi Ang recalled their previous encounter at a crab roe noodles restaurant and complimented Su Xieyi's beauty. Xie Minghao reminded Dai Zi Ang about the following day's significant share acquisition. Dai Zi Ang enthusiastically agreed to celebrate, crediting Su Xieyi for facilitating their easy entry as Ocean Hotel shareholders, and they all raised a toast. Su Xieyi remarked that it was Ocean's honor to have an accomplished individual like Dai Zi Ang as a shareholder.
Dai Zi Ang, however, revealed his ambition extended beyond mere shareholding, stating that after the next day's board meeting, Li Zeliang would lose his position. They toasted once more. Li Zeliang arrived shortly after, surprising Su Xieyi. He explained his presence by stating he wished to discuss the Lantian Bay incident with He Jianghua, who had previously stood him up. He Jianghua retorted that they had nothing to discuss.
Meanwhile, Dai Zi Ang and Xie Minghao continued their discussion, with Dai Zi Ang confidently stating he had secured three directorial votes, bringing their total to four. Xie Minghao expressed certainty that Shi Chuchu's crucial vote was secured due to her recent fallout with Li Zeliang and their previous manipulative conversations. Dai Zi Ang relished the thought of Li Zeliang's predicament the next day.
Observing Li Zeliang's proximity to them, Su Xieyi quickly suggested a dance to Xie Minghao, which he agreed to. As they began to dance, Li Zeliang approached He Jianghua and presented him with an object he claimed to have found at the Lantian Bay construction site.
