Master of My Own Episode 19 Recap
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Ning Meng sent an invitation for the upcoming investment promotional event to Lu Jiming. Unexpectedly, Zeng Yuhang called her, stating that Lu Jiming was busy and couldn't attend, but he himself would be there to represent. Ning Meng maintained a calm demeanor, yet a myriad of emotions swirled within her. On the day of the promotion event, Ning Meng felt a touch of nerves. She took a deep breath, then confidently walked onto the stage.
Her humorous opening quickly put everyone at ease, eliciting laughter and setting a relaxed tone for the presentation. Ning Meng then introduced Yunniao Tech, a cutting-edge company specializing in smart fitness equipment, highlighting their five-year journey from the Mobi rowing machine to their latest innovations, including hardware breakthroughs, quality software applications, and customized training plans.
She emphasized Mobi's competitive edge in its social attributes, an idea championed by its founder, Mr. Lin Dayi, stating that investments should not only be in the product but also its underlying concept. Her clear and concise explanation captivated the attendees. Following her presentation, Zeng Yuhang openly declared his intention to invest, praising Ning Meng's presentation style.
Ning Meng then asserted that while investors were evaluating their project, her team was also in the position to select the most suitable investors. She specifically mentioned prioritizing those with advertising and e-commerce resources to facilitate resource integration. This declaration sparked an immediate and lively response, with various investors eagerly touting their extensive resources, including social media influencers and key opinion leaders. Zeng Yuhang even boasted of having the most comprehensive network of resources.
Ning Meng efficiently instructed all interested parties to submit their proposed investment shares and quotations for comparison, promising to announce the results soon. Zeng Yuhang then light-heartedly reminded her to secure his share. As the lively discussions unfolded, Su Weiran, who was among the attendees, noticed Lu Jiming standing discreetly by the entrance. Lu Jiming watched Ning Meng, a soft, appreciative smile on his face, before quietly departing.
After the successful promotional event, Ning Meng remained busy, diligently compiling the meeting minutes. She worked until nightfall, only to find Su Weiran still waiting for her outside. He congratulated her on the event, then revealed he was the "friend" she had mentioned at the cafe, about the Mobi project. He confessed that initially he hadn't been optimistic about the project, but seeing the upgrades, he had genuinely changed his mind, emphasizing his judgment was purely professional.
Ning Meng, touched by his genuine interest, confirmed that he still had an opportunity to invest, but stressed that everyone would have to compete fairly. Su Weiran then surprised her further by admitting he hadn't come for the project or to see Shi Ying, but simply "wanted to see her." He explained that seeing her on stage reminded him of his own initial passion when he first entered the investment world, a passion he rarely felt for projects anymore.
He shared that seeing her helped him remember his true self and the original intentions he had when he left university. Ning Meng was surprised by his heartfelt confession. The very next morning, Ning Meng received wonderful news: she had been promoted to Investment Manager. Shi Ying, her superior, personally delivered the news, praising Ning Meng for successfully completing every task, especially the Mobi project which she managed without direct company funding.
Shi Ying handed Ning Meng her new business cards, calling them the "real deal," a testament to her well-deserved promotion. Ning Meng expressed her sincere gratitude to Shi Ying for continuously providing her with opportunities. The team celebrated with cake. Soon after, Xiaoyang arrived at Eaglestone Capital to deliver documents to Shi Ying. Upon seeing the celebration and learning of Ning Meng's promotion to Investment Manager, Xiaoyang became ecstatic.
He immediately rushed back to Joint Capital, Lu Jiming's company, to share the exciting news. He exuberantly told Lu Jiming about Ning Meng's new role. Lu Jiming, however, remained calm, merely asking Xiaoyang to get him coffee and downplaying the news as nothing extraordinary. Xiaoyang, undeterred, then playfully inquired if he, a former secretary like Ning Meng, also had a chance at promotion within Joint Capital. Lu Jiming simply smiled and told him he was "thinking too much."
To celebrate her promotion, Ning Meng arranged a dinner with Su Weiran and her good friends, You Qi and her boyfriend, He Yueluan. During the exchange of business cards, He Yueluan, who worked at Renning Insurance, was surprised to discover that Su Weiran from BDI was the very investor he had previously scheduled a meeting with but had to postpone. They made plans to reconnect.
Throughout the meal, You Qi, a cheerful and outspoken friend, relentlessly teased Ning Meng, hinting at her past feelings for Su Weiran during their postgraduate studies. She recounted how Ning Meng had taken great care in choosing a birthday gift for Su Weiran during their postgraduate studies – a CD. Ning Meng tried to divert the conversation to work, discussing Mobi's plans to find a suitable artist for their treadmill designs, but You Qi persisted.
Sensing an opportune moment, You Qi subtly suggested Ning Meng go to the restroom to fix her makeup. Once Ning Meng was out of earshot, You Qi directly asked Su Weiran if he had listened to the CD, including both sides A and B. Su Weiran confirmed he had but admitted he hadn't opened the CD case to read the lyrics.
You Qi, with a mysterious smile, urged him to go back and examine the CD "inside and out" if he still had it, promising a surprise. Under Lu Jiming's enthusiastic organization, Han Yimeng held an art exhibition. Ning Meng, who was looking for an avant-garde artist for Mobi's new design project, decided to visit the exhibition. There, she encountered Han Yimeng and expressed her deep admiration for one of her paintings, finding it both peaceful and powerful.
Ning Meng then boldly proposed a potential collaboration for a co-designed product with a fitness brand. Han Yimeng, as an independent artist who had never engaged in commercial collaborations, initially hesitated. Ning Meng thoughtfully explained that such a partnership would allow Han Yimeng's work to reach a much wider audience, prompting Han Yimeng to agree to consider the proposal. Soon after, a renowned painter returning to China for an exhibition naturally attracted a large number of reporters.
During a press interview, Han Yimeng admitted to adjusting her creative state. However, the reporters quickly turned intrusive, persistently asking if her artwork was linked to her romantic relationship and a rumored breakup. The situation grew increasingly uncomfortable. Lu Jiming, seeing Han Yimeng's distress, swiftly intervened, attempting to lead her away. But the reporters were relentless, their flashbulbs relentlessly firing at Han Yimeng.
Losing his patience, Lu Jiming angrily confronted one of the reporters, vehemently reprimanding him for his inappropriate questions and aggressive photography, which almost escalated into a physical altercation before security intervened. After the chaotic scene, Han Yimeng, visibly upset, reproached Lu Jiming for his impulsive behavior, expressing her exhaustion and desire for solitude. Lu Jiming, still fuming, seemed not to understand why his actions were wrong.
Seeing him standing there, dazed and frustrated, Ning Meng gently approached him and offered him a bottle of water. She acknowledged that his intentions were good, as he was trying to protect Han Yimeng, but pointed out that fighting would not resolve the situation. Ning Meng then shared her perspective on Han Yimeng's art, saying she found it deeply moving and possessing a "healing power," suggesting it might reflect Han Yimeng's own inner longings.
Ning Meng advised Lu Jiming to give Han Yimeng some space, assuring him that with time, everything would likely improve for her. Later, Zeng Yuhang sought out Han Yimeng and, understanding the depth of Lu Jiming's feelings, directly asked her if she knew Lu Jiming had "always" liked her.
He clarified that Lu Jiming's confession years ago was not a joke, and that despite her long absence abroad and numerous advances from others, Lu Jiming had remained resolute and true to his feelings for over a decade, never changing. This revelation, accompanied by a fleeting flashback of a young Lu Jiming earnestly confessing his love to a younger Han Yimeng, seemed to stir a deep emotional response within her.
In the evening, Su Weiran unexpectedly called Ning Meng, saying he was already downstairs and had something urgent to ask her. Ning Meng quickly went down, and they began to walk, bathed in the soft evening breeze. Su Weiran brought up the CD Ning Meng had given him for his birthday years ago. Ning Meng seemed surprised by his sudden mention of it.
Su Weiran admitted he had indeed listened to the music many times back then, especially during final exams, but had only opened the CD case once to transfer the songs to his music player. He then revealed that, thanks to You Qi's persistence at their earlier dinner, he had recently revisited the CD and discovered a hidden note inside the case. Ning Meng, slightly flustered, tried to dismiss it as "past things."
But Su Weiran, looking directly at her, pressed on, asking if it was truly all in the past and if her feelings from back then still remained. He then referenced their past interaction, recalling how she had once called him a "kid" who didn't understand "like," and then directly asked her if she, after all these years, had truly not changed at all.
