Midsummer is full of love Episode 23 Recap
> Midsummer is full of love Recap
The public exposure of Jin Zeyi and Luo Tianran's contractual marriage caused an uproar, leaving Tiffany in a desperate struggle to manage the crisis. She faced numerous contract terminations from advertising partners and was reprimanded by Mr. Shi, who accused her of dereliction of duty and threatened to remove her as Jin Zeyi's agent if she failed to resolve the situation within a day.
Tiffany pleaded for more time, assuring a jewelry partner that the company would compensate for any losses. Luo Tianran also faced repercussions as her collaboration with Director Guan was canceled, despite the director highly praising her music. Her master explained that Director Guan was under immense pressure. Though Jin Zeyi was upset about the lost opportunity, Luo Tianran calmly stated that it was the director's loss for not using her music, which eased Jin Zeyi's frustration.
She even expressed a desire to refine the piece, claiming she was not entirely satisfied with it. The couple returned home to face their worried family elders, who demanded to know the truth about the online rumors.
Initially hesitant, Jin Zeyi and Luo Tianran confessed that their marriage was indeed contractual, initially for the house, but their relationship had since evolved into genuine affection, with Luo Tianran explaining that she found Jin Zeyi to be a "lovely and kind" person after spending time with him. Jin Zeyi's father pressed him on why he hadn't given Luo Tianran a proper marriage if he had feelings for her, urging him to take responsibility as a man.
Despite initial anger, especially from the grandmother, the family ultimately accepted their confession, with the grandmother declaring that she would only recognize Luo Tianran as her granddaughter-in-law, now that their feelings were real. Luo Tianran expressed surprise at how quickly they were forgiven, to which Jin Zeyi noted, "It's because we are family." He then pondered how "non-family" members would react to their mistakes, concerned about fan backlash.
The following day, Tiffany secretly met with Luo Tianran to discuss the scandal. On behalf of the company, Tiffany proposed that Luo Tianran issue a statement taking full responsibility for the contractual marriage, arguing that Jin Zeyi's career was at stake due to the damage to his image and reputation. Luo Tianran immediately agreed, surprising Tiffany, who then fully explained the grave consequences, including online harassment, public shaming, and the potential ruin of her own music career.
Luo Tianran remained firm, stating that Jin Zeyi, as a celebrity and spiritual pillar for many, was more important, and she was willing to bear the burden for the "lovely year" she had with him. Her selfless determination moved Tiffany, who admitted she now understood why Jin Zeyi loved her.
With Luo Tianran's consent, the company initiated a public narrative that portrayed her as a manipulative gold-digger who exploited Jin Zeyi's sympathy for a house, while Jin Zeyi was painted as an innocent victim. The company had initially adopted this strategy, but Jin Zeyi vehemently refused to follow it, stating that Luo Tianran also had dreams and he would prioritize protecting them over his own career.
Consequently, public opinion quickly turned, with Jin Zeyi's fans withdrawing their support for Luo Tianran and online slander against her escalating. When Jin Xiaoqin, defending Luo Tianran in a diner, confronted some gossiping customers, Luo Tianran intervened, revealing she had agreed to the company's plan, believing it was better for her to be sacrificed than Jin Zeyi. She even hinted at leaving.
Unwilling to accept this outcome, Jin Zeyi confronted Tiffany, declaring his intention to hold a press conference and claim full responsibility. Tiffany furiously warned him that such a move would ruin his career and lead to him being "frozen out" by the company, but Jin Zeyi insisted that he was willing to give up "everything" for Luo Tianran. Yielding to Jin Zeyi's unwavering resolve, Tiffany arranged a press conference.
Before stepping onto the stage, she confirmed with him one last time if he would regret his decision, even if it meant being "frozen out" by the company. Upon receiving his firm "No, I won't," Tiffany decided to support him wholeheartedly. At the press conference, Jin Zeyi publicly confessed that the marriage was indeed a contract, but clarified that it was "his" fault, not Luo Tianran's.
He praised Luo Tianran as a "lovely, kind, and hard-working girl" and a talented composer, declaring her the "love of his life" whom he wished to protect. He took full responsibility for all damages and pleaded with the public to give them space and not to blame Luo Tianran, hoping she could continue her music career. After the press conference concluded, Jin Zeyi returned home to find Luo Tianran gone. He discovered a farewell letter and a torn marriage contract.
In her letter, Luo Tianran explained that she felt her presence would only hinder his career and subject him to more public scrutiny, despite her deep affection for him. She urged him not to abandon his musical dreams, promising to support him from afar and stating her eternal love. Just before her departure, in a cherished moment reminiscent of a dream, Jin Zeyi had carried her through the rain.
He had revealed his knowledge of her preferences, gathered from Jin Xiaoqin, and she had playfully hinted at wanting to be his wife again in the future, a wish he did not hear clearly. She had also visited a restaurant to resign.
