Lucky With You Episode 14 Recap
> Lucky With You Recap
Hai Xing's online order for a necklace, advertised with a "fake one, compensate three" guarantee, unexpectedly resulted in him receiving four necklaces. While Hou Jue had to settle for one of these visibly fake items for his own purposes, Hai Xing, ever opportunistic, took the remaining three, planning to gift one to Qian Qian, musing that "they're all necklaces, they look good." He even suggested giving two to "Brother Tian's" wife.
Hou Jue then summoned Fang Lu to meet him at the Dimon bar. Distraught over her recent predicament with Mary, Fang Lu promptly arrived, calling him "Marquis brother." At the bar, Hou Jue presented Fang Lu with the fake necklace, claiming it had been painstakingly recovered from the restaurant after an exhaustive search. Fang Lu immediately recognized it was not her lost necklace and stated that finding it there was impossible.
Hou Jue conceded that it wasn't hers, but stressed that he found it impossible to believe Wu Shiyi would steal her necklace. Fang Lu grew agitated, asking if he liked Wu Shiyi and questioning why, if so, he treated her so well. Hou Jue clarified that he cared for Fang Lu as a sister, protecting her from harm, but emphasized that Wu Shiyi was his bodyguard who "lives and dies for me every day."
He added that if Fang Lu would not believe Wu Shiyi, they could not remain friends. He implied that the value of the necklace paled in comparison to Wu Shiyi's future, which would be ruined if the case wasn't dropped. Driven by anger, Fang Lu confessed her true feelings, exclaiming that she indeed wanted to ruin Wu Shiyi, because Wu Shiyi could constantly be by Hou Jue's side while she could not. Hou Jue was stunned by her outburst.
Fang Lu quickly tried to retract her words, claiming they were said in anger. Hou Jue then calmly but firmly warned her that if her accusation was indeed fabricated, he hoped she would withdraw the case, and he would not pursue any trouble against her. However, if she refused and he found any evidence, he would hand it over to the police and "will not forgive you."
He then left, telling her to call him after she had considered her options. Hou Jue spent the rest of the day consumed by worry, unable to eat. Finally, Fang Lu messaged him, agreeing to withdraw the case and requesting his company to the police station, admitting she was scared. Hou Jue immediately agreed to go.
At the station, Fang Lu attempted to retract her complaint, but the officer explained that it was a public prosecution case and couldn't simply be withdrawn. Hou Jue intervened, trying to assert Wu Shiyi's innocence. However, the police revealed they had already identified Mary as a suspect based on surveillance footage. Plainclothes officers found Mary about to leave her residence, wearing the very necklace Fang Lu reported missing. Its unique identification number confirmed it was Fang Lu's.
Faced with this evidence, Fang Lu was speechless. She then turned to Wu Shiyi, who was also present, embracing her and tearfully begging for forgiveness, admitting she was "young and willful." Wu Shiyi, taken aback, asked what she was doing. The police then escorted Fang Lu away to record her statement. Fang Lu anxiously asked Hou Jue if their "self-surrender" would alleviate consequences, but the officer stated it was not up to him.
Hou Jue apologized to Wu Shiyi, acknowledging that her ordeal was "because of me," but she assured him it wasn't his fault. Later, the police confirmed that both Fang Lu and Mary had fully confessed to framing Wu Shiyi, their accounts consistent. Wu Shiyi expressed her gratitude to the police for securing justice, who in turn thanked her for the valuable clues she provided.
Hou Jue inquired if the two women would be detained, and the officer explained they would, unless someone suitable posted bail for them. Hou Jue, still feeling a sense of compassion, arranged for Fang Lu and Mary's bail, though he subsequently blocked Fang Lu on WeChat. After their release, Fang Lu discovered Hou Jue had blocked her.
She decided to end her professional association with Mary, who readily agreed, acknowledging her own weariness and Fang Lu's need to return to her parents and contemplate her future. Fang Lu thanked Mary for her years of care, and Mary, in turn, expressed gratitude to Fang Lu for not implicating her further at the police station, despite Mary's significant role in the scheme.
They shared a moment of mutual appreciation, with Mary saying she considered Fang Lu a true friend, and Mary also calling Fang Lu a "good girl." They parted ways. Fang Lu then initiated a farewell livestream from the location of her very first broadcast. She spoke of recent events, including meeting a "tall, handsome, and very warm" man who provided her with a sense of security and acted "like a brother taking care of his sister," offering her much support.
She confessed to dreaming of staying by his side forever but lamented that her "wrong actions" led her to "lose him." Concluding her emotional address, she declared that "now it's all over," feeling as if it had all been a dream, and prepared to sing a song for her audience, particularly for him, having closed her donation channel. Wu Shiyi, Qian Qian, and their colleagues enjoyed a celebratory dinner.
During the meal, Wu Shiyi's colleagues complimented her increasing beauty, which Wu Shiyi attributed to Instructor Qian. Qian Qian later posted photos of their gathering in a group chat, which Zhou Quan showed to Hou Jue. Despite initially claiming not to be hungry, Hou Jue's demeanor immediately changed upon seeing the photos, and he promptly insisted on going to the restaurant, declaring he was hungry too.
At the restaurant, a waiter brought unexpected "German-style desserts" to Wu Shiyi's table, explaining they were from a gentleman who had already paid and departed. While her colleagues speculated about the anonymous sender, Qian Qian quickly deduced it was Hou Jue. Wu Shiyi confirmed her suspicion by messaging "dung beetles" (a nickname for Hou Jue) to thank him, but then asked if it was "this snitch traitor," which Qian Qian affirmed was Hou Jue. She sent a thank-you message.
After dinner, while walking, Wu Shiyi, Qian Qian, and a male colleague witnessed a snatch-and-grab robbery. Without hesitation, they gave chase and swiftly apprehended the robber. The incident was captured on video and quickly went viral online, garnering widespread attention. Hai Xing saw the video and excitedly showed it to a colleague, recognizing Wu Shiyi, before forwarding it to Hou Jue. Meanwhile, Mr. Zhao was inundated with calls from reporters.
He explained to one caller that while the women involved were from his security company, company policy forbade personal publicity or the use of real names, as becoming "social celebrities" would compromise their ability to perform their duties effectively. During breakfast, Hou Jue pressed Zhou Quan about when he would complete the handover to Wu Shiyi, eager for her return.
However, Zhou Quan informed him that the company had instructed him to continue his service, as this was a requirement from the client (implied to be Hou Zhirong). Hou Jue, wishing to have Wu Shiyi back, asked if Zhou Quan would mind.
Sensing potential offense, Hou Jue quickly clarified that Zhou Quan's performance was "very good" and "excellent in all aspects," but that he and Wu Shiyi had become "familiar with each other for a long time" and "get along like a buddy," even considering themselves "life-long friends," thus he was simply "more used to" her presence. Zhou Quan, seeing through the explanation, then directly suggested that if Hou Jue "likes eleven," he should "just tell her."
Hou Jue became visibly flustered, initially denying any romantic feelings, then backtracking to admit "I also like her," only to immediately question his own emotions: "Do I like her or not?" Zhou Quan observed that Hou Jue hadn't even figured out his own feelings. Mr. Zhao gathered the security company employees, first with a playful scare, then to deliver good news.
He highly praised Wu Shiyi, Qian Qian, and three other colleagues for their courageous actions during the robbery, as captured in the viral video. He declared them the "pride" and "example" of the company, having "brought glory to the company" and "added splendor to our industry." He announced formal commendations on the company's official website, along with tangible rewards, and even promised an abundance of extra chicken drumsticks for lunch for everyone.
Mr. Zhao then singled out Wu Shiyi, acknowledging her recent "unjust accusation." He lauded her for exhibiting "extraordinary professional quality" by adhering to company regulations, cooperating with the investigation, and continuing her duties as a sparring partner without displaying "any negative emotions." He emphasized that her actions had "upheld the company's reputation," "defended the industry's image," and established a valuable "reference template" for similar future situations. After the announcement, Mr. Zhao spoke with Wu Shiyi privately.
He informed her that he had communicated with Hou Zhirong, who was "very satisfied with your work." However, Hou Zhirong believed "a male attendant is more suitable to be by Hou Jue's side." Wu Shiyi calmly accepted this news with an "Understood." Mr. Zhao then assured her that in recognition of her excellent performance during this period, she would still receive her "performance according to the contract standard" for the current month.
He advised her to "adjust your body" as "new work will come soon." Wu Shiyi acknowledged his words. Hou Zhirong tasked Ma Zong with purchasing a designer bag for Qian Qian. When Ma Zong presented it, Hou Zhirong waved off inspection, stating Ma Zong's taste was superior and that he was unfamiliar with women's bags beyond the brand.
He then subtly probed Ma Zong about Qian Qian, remarking that she was "quite powerful," to which Ma Zong agreed, joking that there was no one Hou Zhirong couldn't win over. Hou Zhirong, however, revealed he did have people he couldn't conquer. Soon after, Hou Jue entered his father's office.
He eagerly informed Hou Zhirong that the investigation into Wu Shiyi's case was complete and that she was innocent; it was Fang Lu and her friend Mary who orchestrated the entire scheme, a fact confirmed by Mr. Zhao. Hou Jue then urged his father to reinstate Wu Shiyi. To his dismay, Hou Zhirong revealed he had already told Mr. Zhao to retain the male bodyguard, finding female bodyguards "too troublesome."
Hou Jue passionately argued against this, highlighting Wu Shiyi's exceptional competence as both a bodyguard and secretary, emphasizing that she had never failed in her duties. He also complained that he was "used to eleven" and felt "uncomfortable" with the change to Zhou Quan. Hou Zhirong, growing suspicious of his son's fervent defense, looked at him intently and remarked that Hou Jue's "relationship with Wu Shiyi now is not as simple as an employment relationship."
Hou Jue quickly denied any deeper connection, simply reiterating that Wu Shiyi was "quite suitable." Hou Zhirong then somewhat casually conceded, "If you don't want to change it, don't change it," and then, "Okay, okay, okay, no change, no change." Elsewhere in the office, colleagues were playfully attempting to set up Ma Zong with Xiao Min (whose full name is Tian Min), having noticed her affection for him.
When asked why he wasn't married, Ma Zong lamented the demands of modern relationships and his relentless work schedule, which had previously led to breakups. As his colleagues persistently pushed for "Xiao Tian," reminding him of her youth, beauty, and intelligence, and how her "eyes and expression" clearly showed her interest, Ma Zong became increasingly flustered. He pointed out the company's ban on office romance and playfully suggested they wanted Hou Jue to fire him.
Finally, exasperated, he bluntly stated that he "doesn't like her type at all," preferring "a gentlewoman" who would care for him at home after his exhausting workdays. He urged them to introduce him to such a person if they found one. Xiao Min, having overheard his candid remarks, slammed a door in frustration.
