Love The Way You Are Episode 21 Recap
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Xiao Nan and Yiren kissed underwater until they struggled to breathe, prompting Eva and Ruan Dongsheng to come to their aid. After the rescue, Ruan Dongsheng and Eva playfully mocked the couple, asking them how it felt to kiss underwater for so long. Yiren, feeling shy and embarrassed, tried to explain by claiming Xiao Nan accidentally fell into the water, and she bravely jumped in to perform artificial respiration.
However, Eva quickly debunked this lie, reminding Yiren that Xiao Nan's nickname in the fashion world was "Michael Phelps" and the lake was only three meters deep. She directly accused Yiren of lying and probed if anything "special" had happened between them, which Yiren repeatedly denied. Seeing how well Yiren and Xiao Nan's relationship was progressing, Eva suggested a romantic double date.
Both Xiao Nan and Ruan Dongsheng immediately rejected the idea, complaining about having "two light bulbs" disrupting their dates. Eva sighed, revealing that a double date had been her dream since middle school, but back then, Xiao Nan never had a stable girlfriend, making it impossible to plan. Upon hearing this, Yiren shot a displeased look at Xiao Nan, who quickly changed his stance, praising Eva's idea as a great way to strengthen their friendship and unity.
With Xiao Nan's surrender, Eva turned her attention to Ruan Dongsheng. Without needing persuasion, Ruan Dongsheng instantly agreed, promising to arrange a truly romantic itinerary for Eva's dream date. The four embarked on the double date at the seaside, where Ruan Dongsheng and Xiao Nan decided to go fishing. Eva grew bored quickly, remarking that Ruan Dongsheng’s idea of a date was tedious.
When Yiren suggested they go to the restroom, hoping to escape, Eva immediately seconded the idea, and Xiao Nan eagerly followed suit. Ruan Dongsheng, exasperated, pointed out that the three of them had just used the restroom. Yiren claimed her situation was special because she had just undergone surgery, implying a need for frequent bathroom breaks due to a stomachache. Xiao Nan quickly echoed her excuse, and the two walked off.
Eva, unable to fabricate an excuse, grudgingly returned to Ruan Dongsheng. Ruan Dongsheng, seeing Eva’s displeasure, urged her to be patient. Eva, not understanding his meaning, asked what he thought she needed most. Ruan Dongsheng replied that the answer was "underwater." Suddenly, his fishing rod twitched, and he reeled in a small box containing a beautiful, scissors-shaped necklace. Eva was surprised, asking if he had rented the "treasure in the sea."
He confirmed it was real and that he had indeed caught it. Ruan Dongsheng then placed the necklace around her neck, reminding her of her lifelong dream to become a designer and promising to support her. Eva was deeply moved by his thoughtful gesture. When Xiao Nan and Yiren returned, Ruan Dongsheng playfully flaunted the necklace, making Xiao Nan visibly jealous.
Ruan Dongsheng then teased Xiao Nan for failing to prepare a gift for Yiren, prompting Yiren to demand one from Xiao Nan, who remained speechless. Meanwhile, at Jason’s fashion exhibition, he consciously decided not to display the dress Eva had modified. Rebecca arrived at the exhibition and confronted Jason, accusing him of still being angry about Eva's modifications. She noted the absence of Eva's fixed work, suggesting he feared it would outshine his original design and embarrass him.
Jason told her to "mind her words." Rebecca sharply criticized Jason, stating he had been stagnant for years, stuck "at the same place," and made no progress. She reminded him of his past philosophy about "fidelity, responsibility, and progressive" being precious human qualities, lamenting that he had forgotten his own words and become self-centered. Rebecca warned him that if he remained closed to new ideas, his era would pass. Her words struck a chord with Jason.
Inspired by Rebecca’s advice, Jason arranged a meeting with Eva at his home. Eva, assuming he intended to sue her, immediately apologized for her actions. However, Jason clarified that while she would not model for the "World Angel Tour," he was interested in signing her as a "World Angel designer." He praised her sewing skills and natural talent, but stipulated that she would need to organize her own personal fashion show to prove her capabilities.
Eva was overjoyed and confidently accepted the offer, feeling that Jason had finally forgiven her and declaring it the "era of Eva Zhen." To find inspiration for her upcoming fashion show, Eva spent time with Ruan Dongsheng, venturing through bustling city streets and taking photographs. Separately, Ruan Dongsheng tasked Yiren with investigating who else knew about Eva's medical condition besides their close circle.
He specifically asked Yiren to uncover who was trying to sow discord between Eva and his mother and instructed her not to involve Ni Hao in the investigation. Ruan Dongsheng confessed his suspicion that Ni Hao's parents' information provided during his employment was false, though it was only a preliminary suspicion, and he hoped he was wrong. Yiren promised to diligently investigate.
Yiren and Xiao Nan went to an orphanage, where the dean revealed that Ni Hao's real name was Wei Liang. His father, Wei Zhong, had worked as a waiter at Ruan Dongsheng's father's restaurant and tragically died in an explosion accident 20 years ago. His mother also passed away shortly after. The dean described Wei Liang as a thin, obedient, and hardworking child when he arrived at the orphanage at the age of nine.
Yiren immediately called Ruan Dongsheng to report her findings: Ni Hao's true identity was Wei Liang, and his father had died in the same explosion that involved Ruan Dongsheng's father. She then informed him about a recent news report, likely leaked by Ni Hao, claiming Ruan Dongsheng preferred "plump girls" and that Eva was merely a "shield for benefits," which contradicted Qing Corporation's philosophy and caused its stock to drop by 2. 5 points.
Yiren deduced that Ni Hao was orchestrating these events for revenge and suggested Ruan Dongsheng call the police. However, Ruan Dongsheng hesitated, expressing his family's past fault towards Ni Hao and his fear of ruining Wei Liang's life, despite the risk of Eva being harmed again. He decided against involving the police immediately and instead asked Yiren to book immediate flights for him and Eva to an island, hoping to dispel the rumors and help Eva find inspiration.
Ruan Dongsheng took Eva to the airport, explaining their impromptu trip was for her inspiration and his restaurant scouting. Eva expressed concern about not having packed, but Ruan Dongsheng reassured her that only her ID and his presence were needed. He then pointed out an entertainment reporter, explaining their public appearance was to counteract the negative rumors. Eva was pleased with the plan.
Meanwhile, back at the office, Manager Luo (Yiren) saw the news that the rumors about Ruan Dongsheng and Eva had suddenly disappeared without any intervention, marveling at their freedom to vacation whenever they pleased. Upon arriving at the island, Ruan Dongsheng presented only one room card, claiming it was peak season and no other rooms were available. Eva, suspicious, checked with the front desk, who confirmed all rooms were indeed booked.
Ruan Dongsheng offered to sleep on the floor, but Eva, detecting a "trap," realized it was a honeymoon suite. Retreating to the bathroom, Eva fretted over Ruan Dongsheng’s cunning and her vulnerability in such a private setting. When he asked what she was doing, she jokingly claimed she was "exercising." She then confessed that sleeping on the floor would be uncomfortable and asked to share the bed. They shared a romantic moment, strengthening their bond.
The following morning, Eva, now energized, told Ruan Dongsheng she had found her inspiration. Ruan Dongsheng suggested they "enhance it" further. Eva, sensing his underlying motives, pressed him for the full truth. Ruan Dongsheng admitted the trip was also about Ni Hao, whose real name was Wei Liang, the son of Wei Zhong, who died with Ruan Dongsheng's father in the explosion.
He explained that Wei Liang was likely the anonymous source of the recent news, but he felt his family had wronged Wei Liang and did not want to ruin his life, despite fearing Wei Liang would continue to harm Eva. Eva was touched by Ruan Dongsheng's compassion, praising him as not only handsome but also kind. They embraced warmly. Later, Ruan Dongsheng found Eva by the sea, where she affirmed she had gained even more inspiration.
Back home, Eva became fully engrossed in planning her fashion show, so much so that she hadn't called Ruan Dongsheng, leaving him wondering if something was amiss. His assistant reassured him that her focus on the show was the reason for her silence and advised him to offer his full support. The day of Eva's fashion show arrived, and Jason was visibly impressed by her designs. However, during the show, shocking news broke: Eva's "balloon body" condition was publicly exposed. Reporters immediately swarmed Jason for comments, and he quickly pulled Eva away from the chaos, urging her to follow him to safety.
