Love Me Like I Do Episode 18 (Ending) Recap
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The Qiansheng Group convened a board meeting to address the issue of problematic designer toys. Liu Xizhao reported that the Sales Department had already initiated a recall of the toys from the market. However, the group's stock price had fallen, leading shareholders to direct their frustration at Liu Xizhao. Wen Zhicai interjected, asserting that the toy production line had always been Liu Xilai's responsibility, and Liu Xizhao, having only recently taken over, had done commendably to control the situation.
Wen Zhicai then proposed that replacing the current leader would be an effective way for the public to regain confidence in Qiansheng, suggesting a new election. However, a shareholder pointed out that it was premature to call for a new leader when the crisis was still unresolved. At that moment, Liu Xilai, who was supposed to be resting, made a sudden return.
He emphasized that the group's crisis was far more important than any personal matter, urging everyone to unite and overcome the hardship. He vowed to uncover the truth and punish anyone who jeopardized the company's reputation for personal gain. After the meeting, Liu Xilai stopped Liu Xizhao, advising him to distinguish between personal and professional matters, specifically regarding his relationship with Wen Xian and her father, Mr. Wen.
Liu Xizhao grew angry, accusing his brother of interfering not only with his work but now his love life. Liu Xilai explained he only wished for Liu Xizhao to remain calm and objective as he used to be. Liu Xizhao retorted that Liu Xilai always wanted him to be an "inept vice president under his wings" and dismissed his past guidance as "hypocritical." Liu Xilai told him to reconsider his words.
Wen Zhicai, who had witnessed the exchange, approached Liu Xizhao after Liu Xilai left. He assured Liu Xizhao that he and Wen Xian were his unwavering support and encouraged him to prepare for taking over as CEO in three days. Assistant Tang reported to Liu Xilai on the progress of the toy recall. Although Liu Xilai was satisfied with Liu Xizhao's initial emergency response, he acknowledged that conventional recall methods would not be enough to fully restore Qiansheng's reputation.
He needed a more impactful solution. Later, Tian Tian arrived with dinner, knowing Liu Xilai was stressed and had missed his meal. Liu Xilai apologized for neglecting her due to work, but Tian Tian, understanding the importance of his duties, didn't mind. Seeing his immense pressure, she decided to help him de-stress by taking him to an arcade. While playing whack-a-mole, Tian Tian playfully cautioned him, "be gentle, don't smash the screen."
Her words sparked an idea in Liu Xilai, and he realized he had found a way to solve the problem, calling her his "Sweetie Tian." The next day, Liu Xilai began implementing his plan. He instructed Assistant Tang to reach out to potential corporate partners to provide customized prizes for a "smash golden eggs" event, aiming to leverage the situation for a massive promotional campaign. He also emphasized using big data to create personalized prize lists based on customer preferences.
Liu Xilai himself recorded a video as the CEO of Qiansheng Group, apologizing for the product quality issue and announcing the "smash golden eggs, get gifts" event to recall problematic toys and compensate customers. He promised to livestream the destruction of all recalled toys, publicly showcasing Qiansheng's commitment as a responsible and trustworthy company. Shan Rousi reported live from the event, capturing the public's enthusiastic response.
Customers were thrilled to receive rare items, like the "hidden toy of the Cute Pets series," praising Qiansheng for its integrity in taking responsibility. During the subsequent board meeting, Liu Xilai highlighted how his innovative approach had not only recovered the problematic toys and restored the company's image but also saved significant advertising costs for new product launches. He challenged the shareholders, arguing that their focus on internal blame rather than collective problem-solving was detrimental to the company.
Wen Zhicai, however, remained adamant, asserting that Liu Xilai was merely rectifying his own oversight and that the company's reputation had indeed suffered under his leadership. He called for a vote to determine Liu Xilai's position. Liu Xilai agreed to the vote. The results initially showed a tie between Liu Xilai and Liu Xizhao. However, Liu Xizhao cast his deciding vote for Liu Xilai, ensuring Liu Xilai remained the CEO of Qiansheng Group, much to Wen Zhicai's dismay.
After the vote, Wen Zhicai realized that Liu Xilai and Liu Xizhao had orchestrated the entire situation, making him a pawn in their plan. Prior to this, Liu Xizhao, following Liu Xilai's instructions, had spoken with Wen Zhicai, clarifying that Wen Xian was his daughter, not a "bargaining chip" for corporate power, and that he would never "step on" his brother to become CEO despite Wen Zhicai's persistent efforts to persuade him.
Liu Xilai then confronted Wen Zhicai directly, listing instances of his "tricks" since Liu Xilai took office, including issues with the "Cute Pets series" and "Classic of Mountains and Rivers" pre-sales, and even the attack at the resort. He revealed he had withheld this information out of respect for Wen Zhicai as a company elder, Wen Xian's father, and Liu Xizhao's future father-in-law.
Liu Xilai then presented Wen Zhicai with a choice: continue his divisive actions, risking the company's stability, or "take a step back and enjoy a peaceful retirement." Overwhelmed and defeated, Wen Zhicai decided to retire. Later, Liu's father visited Wen Zhicai, reiterating that they were too old for corporate battles and that Liu Xilai had given him a dignified exit.
He also playfully suggested that Wen Xian, Wen Zhicai's daughter, would soon become his own daughter, a prospect Wen Zhicai still found irritating. Away from the corporate battles, Liu Xizhao and Wen Xian's relationship flourished. Liu Xizhao shared with Liu Xilai that he realized his responsibility as a man was to ensure Wen Xian's happiness and prevent her from being caught in familial conflicts.
He expressed relief that the current outcome was the best for her, allowing him to return to his carefree life. Wen Xian, having been kept in the dark about the brothers' plan, initially felt slighted but quickly understood Liu Xizhao's intentions. She thanked him for everything, calling him "the one who suffered the most" and saying her admiration for him had only grown stronger. Meanwhile, Li Huai and Shan Rousi's bond deepened.
Li Huai demonstrated his commitment by meticulously planning a healthy diet and workout regimen for Shan Rousi. They re-introduced themselves to each other, shedding old insecurities and embracing their new, evolved selves—Li Huai as a "warm and straightforward" man dedicated to caring for her, and Shan Rousi as a "fair, thin, and beautiful girl" who makes changes only to please herself.
Their blossoming romance was evident as Shan Rousi happily enjoyed a diet meal prepared by Li Huai, a gesture that Tian Tian teasingly interpreted as a sign of their deepening affection. To cap off their journey, Liu Xilai sought the help of his friends—Liu Xizhao, Li Huai, Assistant Tang, Shan Rousi, and Wen Xian—to plan a grand marriage proposal for Tian Tian. Shan Rousi suggested a unique approach that would fit Liu Xilai's "CEO persona."
During the romantic event, filled with music and dancing, Liu Xilai expressed his profound love to Tian Tian. He declared that her presence had allowed him to fearlessly face the world and taught him that love meant supporting each other's dreams and being each other's strength. Kneeling, he asked, "Will you marry your weird boyfriend and make him a miracle in your life?"
Tian Tian, deeply moved, replied that he was already her miracle, having brought their "parallel lines" together from completely different worlds. She affirmed her willingness to enter his "weird world" and join him in a "mudslide of love." Amidst cheers of "Stamp! Stamp! Stamp!" from their friends, they embraced and shared a passionate kiss, sealing their beautiful love story.
