Love is Deep Episode 25 Recap
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Upon receiving an urgent order for felt toys, Zheng Dingding found herself unable to keep her planned date with Ning Weijin. Instead of being upset, Ning Weijin went to her home and helped her work through the night to complete the order. He even tried his hand at stitching the toys, creating some technically valid but aesthetically "ugly" stitches, and playfully claimed one of the finished dolls for himself. Dingding was deeply touched and grateful for his unwavering support.
After successfully completing her design work, Zheng Dingding received positive feedback and good reviews for her felt toys. She enthusiastically called Ning Weijin to invite him for dinner, an invitation he eagerly accepted with sweet affirmations. However, shortly after, Mu Yixun called Dingding, informing her that her design proposal had been approved and required her immediate presence at his studio to discuss details over lunch. This forced Dingding to call Ning Weijin again to cancel their planned date.
Though disappointed, Ning Weijin understood, and they shared a reluctant, sweet goodbye before ending the call. Meanwhile, Wen Zixin proposed a public welfare free clinic in partnership with a hospital, leveraging Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Chengpin's predominantly female customer base. Dingding agreed to inquire with Ning Weijin about his hospital's cooperation, but stipulated that Chengpin commit to the initiative long-term, not just for temporary image restoration. Chen Xun readily agreed to this condition.
Dingding initially hesitated to approach Ning Weijin after his sister, Ning Weixuan, advised against involving her current boyfriend in her ex-boyfriend's company. However, Ning Weijin, emphasizing his desire for complete honesty between them, directly asked Dingding if anything was troubling her. She then hesitantly explained the free clinic idea, and he agreed without hesitation. The free clinic, bolstered by a celebrity's endorsement, attracted significant public interest and media coverage.
Ning Weijin and his hospital colleagues provided medical consultations to the public. When Chen Xun expressed his gratitude to Ning Weijin, Ning Weijin subtly clarified their respective relationships, stating that Chen Xun was merely "just friends" with Dingding, while Ning Weijin, as her boyfriend, naturally offered his full, heartfelt support. Later, during a live stream from the event, Chen Xun announced Chengpin's intention to launch an online pharmacy.
Ning Weijin promptly interjected, highlighting the extensive regulatory procedures required for online medicine sales, suggesting Chengpin might not yet meet the necessary standards. Chen Xun quickly countered that the relevant procedures were already underway. Dingding observed their back-and-forth, realizing that Ning Weijin's ready agreement to participate was partly motivated by a desire to playfully compete with Chen Xun on air. Despite the banter, Ning Weijin's extensive knowledge ensured that their discussion did not harm Chengpin's reputation.
After the successful conclusion of the free clinic, Chen Xun presented Dingding with a card containing the money she had previously lent him, along with her share of the company's dividends. He expressed his hope that, by accepting this, all past ties between them would be severed, thus fully reassuring Ning Weijin and genuinely wishing Dingding and Ning Weijin lasting happiness together. Subsequently, Chen Xun utilized Dingding's favorable revenue report to secure a partnership with a logistics company.
Both he and Wen Zixin conveyed their sincere gratitude for Dingding's crucial assistance, and Chen Xun realized the depth of Wen Zixin's genuine feelings for him. Dingding then met with Mu Yixun's team to refine her designs for a client who desired a "more eccentric" style. She quickly sketched a half-face cat mask, which was well-received.
Following this, Mu Yixun proposed acquiring the copyright for her design, explaining that releasing it under his name would garner greater popularity and commercial value. Dingding, having expected a joint authorship, protested. She was informed that she was still young and needed further experience, and that such arrangements were common in the industry. Mu Yixun's assistant underscored that opportunities often came through connections, reminding Dingding that without Mu Yixun's backing, she would remain "just a Taobao seller."
Struggling with the decision, Dingding called Ning Weijin, expressing her dilemma and asking for guidance. After being granted one more night to consider, Dingding ultimately refused Mu Yixun's offer to buy her copyright. Consequently, he terminated their collaboration, sending a concise message: "Cooperation is cancelled, take care." This left Dingding deeply distressed. Discovering Dingding's despair, Ning Weijin immediately went to comfort her, reassuring her that her inherent talent would allow her to succeed even without relying on anyone else.
He then suggested they take a day off to relax, which Dingding gladly accepted. The next day, after Dingding confirmed she was ready, Ning Weijin rushed to her, having realized he forgot his phone, keys, and wallet at home. He explained he ran to avoid being late and to prevent her from being called away again. Touched by his eagerness, Dingding declared she would cover all expenses for their date, which Ning Weijin found a little awkward.
As they strolled, Ning Weijin spotted an ice cream vendor and offered to buy some for Dingding. When she eagerly moved to choose a flavor, he gently pulled her back, saying it was "affordable," and then unexpectedly kissed her, causing her considerable embarrassment amid curious onlookers. Later, Dingding teasingly confronted him about whether he had deliberately orchestrated the moment for a kiss, to which he playfully admitted, "It seems to be true."
Their romantic date was abruptly interrupted when a colleague from the hospital, Ding Yang, called Dingding's phone to inform Ning Weijin of an emergency surgery requiring his immediate presence. Ning Weijin apologized for cutting their date short and swiftly departed. At the hospital, while preparing for surgery on a patient with multiple fractures and a ruptured breast implant, Ning Weijin encountered Shu Yiran.
She pointedly questioned if Zheng Dingding would be angry about the interrupted date and challenged him to prioritize between his patient and his girlfriend. Ning Weijin firmly stated there was "no comparability at all," reminding Shu Yiran of their shared medical profession. Unconvinced, Shu Yiran concluded that only his patients could truly divert his attention from Zheng Dingding.
A new doctor, Dr. Xiang, joined the plastic surgery hospital and quickly became popular among clients, greatly annoying Gao Ren, who grumbled that it was "like a celebrity meeting" for a new hire. In the gym, while Gao Ren was exercising, two women openly admired Dr. Xiang, calling him "Mr. McDreamy" for his mature demeanor and understanding of mainstream aesthetics.
Feeling competitive, Gao Ren tried to physically outdo Dr. Xiang and even mockingly suggested Dr. Xiang was better suited for a beauty salon due to his focus on aesthetic medicine. Dr. Xiang calmly defended aesthetic medicine as the modern trend, while Gao Ren reiterated his preference for natural beauty and never recommending unnecessary procedures. Meanwhile, Ning Weixuan continued her relentless pursuit of Gao Ren.
During a dance practice, Gao Ren, appearing distracted, abruptly left, citing a hospital emergency, much to Ning Weixuan's fury. On the day of a planned performance, she waited for him, repeatedly texting that she wouldn't leave until he arrived. He responded by turning off his phone, leaving her distraught. She later confided in Ning Weijin, crying about Gao Ren's cruelty and asking her brother to help find him.
Ning Weijin comforted her and stayed with her, though she insisted she wouldn't go home until Gao Ren showed up. Ning Weixuan expressed her confusion about Gao Ren's avoidance, lamenting that even her "clueless" brother knew how to be attentive to Dingding. Ning Weijin, in turn, warned her that "too much obsession will hurt yourself," a sentiment she challenged by comparing it to his own "obsession" with Dingding.
For Gao Ren's upcoming birthday, Ning Weixuan planned a surprise, deeming her usual celebration ideas uncreative. She even went to a salon to get a trendy "Seaweed Roll" haircut, believing it would make her appear more mature, a quality she thought Gao Ren admired. She insisted Gao Ren clear his schedule and arranged for him and Ning Weijin to attend a party.
Gao Ren later called Ning Weijin, asking him to invite Shu Yiran, convinced she would only come if Ning Weijin personally asked. Shu Yiran, initially happy to join, believing it would be just the three of them, became visibly disappointed when she learned Dingding would also be present. Dingding arrived early to help Ning Weixuan set up the party, noticing an injury on Ning Weixuan's hand.
Ning Weixuan revealed it was from making a handmade wool felt toy as a birthday gift for Gao Ren. When Gao Ren and the others finally arrived, he immediately criticized the elaborate balloon decorations as "too fancy" and jokingly compared them to "Children's Day." He then made a disparaging remark about Ning Weixuan's new haircut, likening it to a "QQ show."
Dingding intervened, explaining that Ning Weixuan had specially styled it for him, prompting Gao Ren to quickly backtrack and praise it. Shu Yiran, still annoyed by Dingding's presence, pointedly refused to sit next to Gao Ren. As Dingding played the song "Small Dimple," Shu Yiran and Gao Ren reminisced about a college singing competition where Shu Yiran and Ning Weijin performed that song and won first place. Gao Ren humorously claimed he could have won first place with Shu Yiran if they had sung together.
