Love Me Like I Do Episode 3 Recap
> Love Me Like I Do Recap
Liu Xilai, grateful for Tian Tian's assistance and convinced she is crucial for managing his unusual condition, instructed Assistant Tang to draft a contract for her as a senior employee of Qiansheng Group. He told her to review it at home, hinting at a pleasant surprise. However, when Tian Tian and her friend Rose examined the document, they discovered the position offered was "President's Life Assistant."
Feeling deeply insulted, Tian Tian angrily deemed the offer "damage is not big, but extremely insulting," and resolved to confront Liu Xilai the next day. Upon their confrontation, Tian Tian reminded Liu Xilai that she had interviewed for a designer toy designer role, not a life assistant. Liu Xilai affirmed that "President's Life Assistant" was indeed a senior position and implied she hadn't yet seen the generous salary offered.
Unmoved, Tian Tian rejected his belief that money could solve all problems and harshly criticized his impolite habit of wearing sunglasses, his attempts to physically engage her under the guise of "social graces," and his arrogant, mafia boss-like demeanor. She flatly refused to be his life assistant, calling him a "weirdo" and a "fragile man" for trying to bribe her. Despite her strong words, Liu Xilai remained confident that she would eventually be captivated by his leadership and charm.
He then instructed Assistant Tang to proceed with a "keep trying" strategy. Liu Xilai initiated his "keep trying" strategy, first presenting Tian Tian with another high-paying contract at her door. However, she rejected it without even signing, amusing Assistant Tang with a "signature that resembles an amphibian." Next, he approached her during her night run, reminding her of a previous stalking incident and offering protection from his bodyguards, along with a special assistant's salary.
Tian Tian vehemently refused, asserting that she would feel safer if he simply stopped following her. She challenged him to reveal his true motives, to which Liu Xilai, highlighting his wealth and success, merely stated he simply wanted her as his life assistant, citing her strength and spirited nature. The public, observing Liu Xilai's sunglasses during the night run, mistakenly gossiped that Tian Tian's "mafia boyfriend" was showing off.
Later, Assistant Tang advised Liu Xilai that his high-profile tactics were counterproductive for Tian Tian, who preferred a low-key life. Adopting a new approach, Liu Xilai took Tian Tian to a casual street food stall, setting up a quirky "fancy foods with chopsticks and champagne with plastic cups" dinner. He hoped this familiar, comfortable setting would encourage her to reconsider.
Tian Tian, however, questioned his "abnormal" methods and pressed him on why he was so insistent on her becoming his life assistant. Liu Xilai responded that she was "irreplaceable" to him and he "really needed her." Tian Tian, interpreting his words as a "romantic investment," decisively rejected him once more, believing he harbored ulterior motives.
She later confided in Rose, describing Liu Xilai's persistence as harassment and her narrow escape from a typical "bossy rich man falls in love with a normal girl" drama. Rose, a journalist, promised to uncover Liu Xilai's secrets. Meanwhile, Wen Xian, who planned to establish herself in China, visited Liu Xilai, bringing a "homemade" lunchbox she claimed to have prepared. She expressed her hope for his future support.
Liu Xilai, however, coolly thanked her, passed the lunch to Assistant Tang, and excused himself, stating he had to attend an executive's wedding. Assistant Tang then politely escorted a disappointed Wen Xian out. At the traditional Chinese wedding, Liu Xilai quickly offered his congratulations, apologizing for his early departure and explaining that traditional red ceremonies were a "taboo" for him before having Assistant Tang present his wedding gift.
During the event, Rose was spotted taking photos, leading to a chase by Assistant Tang and his bodyguards, which she skillfully evaded. Later, Rose shared her findings with Tian Tian, revealing Liu Xilai's impressive background as an Ivy League graduate who transformed Qiansheng Group into an industry leader, hailing him as a "funny, capable, and rich boss." Tian Tian, still unimpressed, dismissed him as merely "funny."
Rose also showed Tian Tian a photo of Liu Xilai having covered a wedding decoration, a 'double happiness' character, with a promotional poster for his products. Concerned by his bizarre behavior, Tian Tian warned Rose to cease her investigation and to protect herself from both Liu Xilai and a potential stalker, handing her a pepper spray for safety. Wen Xian made another attempt to connect with Liu Xilai, suggesting they try a popular new restaurant.
Initially, Liu Xilai claimed to be busy, but relented when Wen Xian reminded him they hadn't shared a meal since her return to China, agreeing to make time and book a restaurant. Concurrently, Tian Tian faced a series of rejections from various toy companies for designer positions, causing her significant distress. She walked despondently in the rain, questioning her own capabilities. Assistant Tang informed Liu Xilai about Tian Tian's repeated interview failures, suggesting someone might be deliberately "blocking her way."
Liu Xilai, while denying any unethical involvement due to his "high moral standards," recognized Tian Tian's vulnerable state as a prime "opportunity." Spotting her in the rain, he immediately cancelled his pre-arranged dinner with Wen Xian, instructing Assistant Tang to inform her he would reschedule. He then went to find Tian Tian, umbrella in hand, intending to offer support without mentioning money.
When Assistant Tang delivered the cancellation message, citing urgent work, Wen Xian suspected "that girl" was the real reason and promptly called someone abroad, urging them to return to China as "reinforcements." Tian Tian angrily confronted Liu Xilai, accusing him of stalking her again and orchestrating her job rejections.
She dismissed his attempts to discuss the life assistant role or his advice to prioritize "bread over dreams," firmly telling him to mind his own business and emphasizing her unwavering determination to overcome challenges. She lashed out, calling him a privileged individual who couldn't understand the struggles of ordinary people and had no right to judge their lives.
Liu Xilai, in turn, defended himself, highlighting the immense responsibility he carried as head of Qiansheng Group, bearing the livelihoods of hundreds of employees, and stressing that he "can't collapse" under pressure. In her frustration, Tian Tian pushed his arm, causing his umbrella and sunglasses to fall. At that precise moment, a red car drove past, and Liu Xilai collapsed.
Hearing the commotion, Tian Tian turned, rushed to his side, and, with Assistant Tang's help, transported him to the hospital, openly questioning the frequency of his fainting spells. Assistant Tang, once again, vaguely attributed it to "low blood sugar." At the hospital, Tian Tian instructed Assistant Tang to convey to Liu Xilai that she would forgive his past actions if he agreed to leave her alone in the future.
Assistant Tang then revealed the truth: it was Kevin, not Liu Xilai, who had sabotaged her job interviews. Liu Xilai, now conscious, corroborated this. He apologized for "using the wrong guy," accepting responsibility, and immediately ordered Assistant Tang to remove Kevin from the designer toy industry entirely. Realizing her mistake, Tian Tian also apologized for her impulsive outburst. Wishing him a swift recovery, she prepared to leave, playfully calling him a "runt" too weak to "extort money from anyone."
Liu Xilai, offended, retorted that he had abs and was far from weak. As Tian Tian was departing, she overheard Assistant Tang instructing a nurse to ensure no red items were present in Liu Xilai's room and to avoid blood tests. When the nurse inquired about a history of hemophobia, Assistant Tang, citing patient privacy, avoided a direct answer. This conversation, coupled with Liu Xilai's earlier remark about her being his "game cheat," led Tian Tian to a crucial realization.
She returned to his room, applied bright red lipstick, and observed him growing dizzy again at the sight of the color. As she clasped his hand, he immediately stabilized, confirming her deduction: Liu Xilai suffered from hemophobia, and her touch indeed had a remedial effect on his condition.
