Love is in the Air Episode 3 Recap
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Chu Tianqi returned from the United States and introduced himself at a company meeting. Jiang Yiyi observed that he looked even more refined after two years, and while she still harbored a desire to surpass him, she also acknowledged the many beautiful memories they shared. Later, as Yiyi waited for an elevator, Chu Tianqi's secretary informed him that his lunch meeting was canceled. Seizing the opportunity, Chu Tianqi invited Yiyi to lunch.
However, Yiyi had already made plans to have lunch with Fang Muye. At that moment, Muye, who had sought dating advice from Meng Sizhuo – recommending a romantic, not-too-gaudy restaurant and a nice car (definitely not his "military vehicle") – was outside the company building, driving a borrowed BMW. Yiyi attempted to decline Chu Tianqi's invitation, but he was insistent and made all the arrangements, seemingly ignoring her prior engagement.
Yiyi reluctantly agreed and sent a message to Muye, apologizing and stating she had extra work that required her to eat during a meeting. Shortly after, Muye, still waiting outside, saw Yiyi emerge from the building with Chu Tianqi. As they walked, Yiyi nearly stumbled, but Chu Tianqi swiftly caught her by the waist. While Chu Tianqi was distracted by a phone call from the States, Yiyi secretly wished she could back out.
Muye, who was nearby and overheard Yiyi's desire to back out, quickly stepped in. He pretended to be Chu Tianqi's secretary, offering to drive them to the restaurant. Once seated at the restaurant, Muye joined them at a nearby table. Yiyi excused herself to the restroom, and Muye followed. She confronted him, asking why he was there. Muye explained he had been hungry all morning, waiting for her lunch invitation.
Yiyi, exasperated, agreed he could eat there, and she would pay, but he absolutely could not disturb her and Chu Tianqi. During the meal, Yiyi was so preoccupied with Muye that she accidentally ate green onions, a food she previously disliked. When Chu Tianqi noticed, she simply stated that "people change." He then tried to inquire about her current life, but Yiyi was not receptive.
Chu Tianqi hinted that they might "give it another shot" and pointed out that she was still wearing the engagement ring, which Yiyi had completely forgotten to take off. Suddenly, an old schoolmate walked into the restaurant and greeted them. She expressed surprise that Yiyi and Chu Tianqi were still together after "ten years," recalling that Chu Tianqi had once asked her to bring a 50th-anniversary edition Italian salon perfume for Yiyi, which was returned because Yiyi had moved.
The schoolmate then recalled that Chu Tianqi had once gotten Yiyi a scented candle from the same place, which had made her very excited. The schoolmate then urged them to inform their alumni group when they eventually got married. Chu Tianqi, without refuting, assured her they would make sure everyone knew. At Lazy Fun, Vivian announced that Angi's "Super Smart Health Consultant" project had successfully signed a final contract.
She also revealed that due to Angi's excellent performance during her internship, she was being promoted to Deputy Innovation Director, a role that would see her manage a different team than Jiang Yiyi. Colleagues congratulated Angi, some whispering about having two Deputy Innovation Directors and who to follow, noting that Yiyi had been aiming for the Director position. Angi invited everyone out for a celebration dinner, but Yiyi declined, citing other plans.
Later, in the tea room, Angi approached Yiyi and gave her an invitation to the exclusive Gold Coast Club, a private club invested in by Angi's mother. Angi suggested Yiyi could meet some valuable contacts from the advertising industry there. Jiang Yiyi went to the luxurious Gold Coast Club, impressed by its opulent facilities.
Angi shared that her privileged upbringing—attending golf with her father after school and traveling to Africa for safaris or to Southern European islands during holidays—meant her schedule often differed from other children, making it difficult to form friendships. She expressed her happiness about joining Lazy Fun and meeting Yiyi, stating she felt she had learned more there than in college and had decided to stay in the country to achieve significant goals.
Yiyi, feeling overwhelmed by Angi's combined advantages and ambition, secretly messaged Fang Muye, lamenting the vast differences in their lives and feeling like she had no chance against such a formidable rival. Muye replied, telling her not to focus on superficial things. Yiyi then asked Angi about a butterfly tattoo she had noticed earlier.
Angi explained that people often perceived her as a sweet girl, but she secretly harbored adventurous thoughts and wanted to do something special for the man she loved. She described the butterfly tattoo as symbolizing the brave pursuit of true love and serving as a reminder to herself to be better, to be worthy of standing by her loved one who appreciates her positive attitude. Yiyi, however, remained preoccupied with her competitive anxieties.
Back home, Jiang Yiyi struggled to make progress on her design work, growing increasingly frustrated. She tried to reach out to Zhizhi, but felt neglected because Zhizhi was absorbed in her own relationship. Yiyi reflected on her past with Chu Tianqi, realizing she too had once been similarly consumed by love. Despite telling herself to stop thinking about him, she couldn't resist scrolling through his social media, seeing posts about "profound theories" and "correct strategies."
She noted his continuous ascent over the past two years, while she felt stagnant. Recalling Chu Tianqi's ambiguous remark at the restaurant about announcing their marriage, Yiyi decided she needed to talk to him directly to clarify their relationship. However, upon arriving at his place, she was heartbroken to see him with another woman. Devastated, Yiyi ran aimlessly in the pouring rain, condemning herself for her weakness and inability to let go of the past.
She eventually removed her high heels and collapsed onto the ground, sobbing. Fang Muye, who had followed her, approached, carrying her shoes. He tried to console her, suggesting she either pursue Chu Tianqi to win him back or stop dwelling on him and move on to find new happiness, urging her not to waste her life. Yiyi, however, was inconsolable and defiantly threw her shoes, telling Muye to pick them up again if he liked picking things up.
Patiently, Muye retrieved the shoes, helped her put them back on, and gently assured her that "the rain will eventually stop," implying that her sorrow would also pass, having heard her heartbroken thoughts. Returning home, Yiyi was despondent, drinking coffee with salt and showing no interest in eating or anything else.
At Muxing Gym, Fang Muye confided in Mr. Hu, his guardian, about his exhaustion from worrying about Yiyi, describing her as a "time bomb" whose unpredictable moods left him feeling helpless. Mr. Hu interpreted Muye's distress as a positive sign, indicating he was truly invested. He reminded Muye that it was currently the "forbidden month" for divine power users, during which they must not use their abilities.
Muye then took Mr. Hu to a quiet location for a month of recuperation. Meanwhile, at home, Jiang Yiyi continued to work on her self-invented robotic arm, but her attempts repeatedly failed, leaving her apartment in disarray. She reflected on how the robotic arm had once won her an award, a testament to her past as a "little inventor," and tried to believe in it again.
When Muye returned, Yiyi demonstrated the robotic arm, but in a clumsy movement, she accidentally spilled red wine on Muye's pristine white shoes. Muye's scolding sent Yiyi retreating into the bathroom, where she broke down. She cried, lamenting her failures in both love and career, feeling too tired to stand up again, and desperately wishing for a shoulder to lean on, to find the strength to carry on. Muye, having heard her heartbroken thoughts from outside the bathroom, embraced her tightly as she emerged, her tears now wiped away.
