My Dear Lady Episode 14 Recap
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While DuDu was asleep, Cheng Li and Ling Xunxun were downstairs having a moment. Cheng Li, still somewhat worried about DuDu, suggested Ling Xunxun go check on him. He remarked that he was happy to be the "backup" between DuDu, Ling Xunxun, and himself. Ling Xunxun was surprised by his words, noting that despite being only 23, he made her feel very secure.
Cheng Li responded that a man's sense of security comes not from his age, but from the depth of his love. Ling Xunxun then went upstairs. Zhou Quan, upon Ling Xunxun's return, immediately sensed the "stinky love smell" emanating from her. Ling Xunxun asked about Hui Yiwang, as he had been spending a lot of time with Mo Yunyun recently.
Zhou Quan explained she had arranged for a top international divorce lawyer to handle Mo Yunyun’s case, hoping that once Mo Yunyun had to fight for her fortune, Hui Yiwang would finally let go. Ling Xunxun found Zhou Quan's approach strange for someone in love and suggested she talk to Hui Yiwang directly, but Zhou Quan stood by her principle of "whoever loves gets loved," refusing to lower herself for him. Ling Xunxun commented on her conflicted nature.
The next day, Cheng Li mentioned that Shi Shaozu had taken DuDu to kindergarten, confirming they had become good friends after DuDu sent him a message. Ling Xunxun noted that Hui Yiwang and Zhou Quan's push-and-pull dynamic was tiresome, just as Cheng Li had once mentioned seeing Hui Yiwang at a jewelry store with a woman. Cheng Li likened their situation to a soccer game where players enjoy the process but never score. Ling Xunxun found his metaphor interesting.
Ling Xunxun offered to get Cheng Li coffee, and he playfully requested a "love version" coffee made by her. Later, at the company entrance, Ling Xunxun encountered an elderly woman demanding to see Cheng Li but refusing to state her reason. As Cheng Li's assistant, Ling Xunxun refused her entry. During lunchtime, Ling Xunxun discovered Cheng Li secretly playing games in his office, a place he usually kept private for an hour.
She revealed her own impressive gaming skills, surprising Cheng Li. Mike walked in, feeling overlooked, and sarcastically remarked that Cheng Li wouldn't need him for games anymore, even suggesting he might resign. Cheng Li quickly reassured him, promising to play games with both of them. As the three rode the elevator down for lunch, the lights flickered and went out, causing Cheng Li to collapse. Ling Xunxun and Mike quickly took him to the hospital.
Meanwhile, at the law firm, Hui Yiwang and Mo Yunyun were meeting with their lawyer, Lawyer Huang. Zhou Quan also arrived, pretending to be there coincidentally, and subtly signaled Lawyer Huang, implying that Mo Yunyun and Hui Yiwang were living together and that this could be misunderstood by Mo Yunyun's ex-husband's legal team. Lawyer Huang, taking the hint, immediately advised Mo Yunyun to move out. Zhou Quan "kindly" offered her own home, which Mo Yunyun disdainfully refused.
Hui Yiwang then pulled Zhou Quan aside to talk, asking her not to "add insult to injury" to Mo Yunyun, who had recently "escaped death." Zhou Quan, annoyed, responded that she was merely acting professionally and that Hui Yiwang was a good man who would protect Mo Yunyun. At the hospital, Cheng Li woke up and realized many people must have seen him faint.
Ling Xunxun explained their official story was that he fainted from fatigue, a story Cheng Li found unconvincing. After Cheng Li fell asleep, Ling Xunxun sought out his mother. She asked why Cheng Li's mother wouldn't reveal the truth about his condition, believing it could aid his recovery. Cheng Li's mother replied that Cheng Li had already accepted Ling Xunxun having a child, but warned of other significant obstacles that they would need to overcome themselves.
She promised that if Ling Xunxun remained by Cheng Li's side and caused no trouble, she would not oppose their relationship, even supporting their marriage. Ling Xunxun was stunned by this level of compromise and admitted she was scared, wondering what secret could compel such a woman to compromise so much. Cheng Li's mother warned her that not knowing was a form of protection, and knowing would force her to face difficult choices.
A doctor informed them that Cheng Li's fainting was a PTSD episode and recommended a comprehensive check-up, which Cheng Li dismissed, stating he had a personal doctor. After Cheng Li was discharged, he questioned Ling Xunxun about her whereabouts earlier when she missed Zhou Quan's call, noticing her stuttering when she claimed to have gone for coffee. Cheng Li then revealed he had already promised Zhou Quan they would go for drinks that night.
Despite Ling Xunxun’s concerns about his health, Cheng Li insisted he needed to be seen after the fainting incident. Ling Xunxun reluctantly agreed, warning him not to drink. Later that evening, Cheng Li, Ling Xunxun, and Zhou Quan arrived at a bar and spotted Hui Yiwang sitting nearby. An old client of Zhou Quan's approached her, trying to force her to drink.
Seeing this, Hui Yiwang immediately started beating the man, prompting Ling Xunxun, Cheng Li, and Zhou Quan to intervene and stop the fight. Ling Xunxun handed Zhou Quan the car key, urging her to take Hui Yiwang home and discreetly told her to "do whatever you want with him." In the car, Zhou Quan scolded Hui Yiwang, noting his uncharacteristic aggression, as he had never fought like that in school. She pressed him about what was on his mind.
When Hui Yiwang stepped out to buy medicine for his injury, Zhou Quan accidentally discovered a jewelry ring in his car. Recalling Cheng Li’s earlier comment about Hui Yiwang taking a woman to a jewelry store, her heart sank. Upon Hui Yiwang's return, she subtly asked if anything new was happening. He replied that Mo Yunyun was leaving the country for her lawsuit, and he intended to "finish some things" and "give a certain someone an answer" before her departure.
Zhou Quan drove him home, fighting back tears. On her taxi ride home, she broke down crying, convinced he was planning to propose to Mo Yunyun. Ling Xunxun, inspired by a pamphlet for Platinum Travel Shooting Company that she had kept, proposed that Yumeiling become a cosmetic supplier for them. She believed this collaboration would enhance Yumeiling's brand value and allow for joint promotions.
Cheng Li liked the idea, mentioning that he had already tasked Ling Xunxun with drafting a proposal. He emphasized that while "mom's smell" was a good initial theme for Yumeiling, the brand needed to evolve to improve its sense of fashion and appeal to a younger audience. Ling Xunxun suggested a promotion where children could gift their parents a wedding photoshoot package, exclusively featuring Yumeiling products, which would allow them to collaborate without directly competing with larger brands.
Cheng Li praised her sharp thinking, comparing it to his own. Ling Xunxun playfully suggested he reward her by arranging a photoshoot for his mother and Uncle Wen first, and Cheng Li called Platinum Travel Shooting Company to book a package for his elders. Later that night, a drunk Zhou Quan called Ling Xunxun, sobbing uncontrollably.
She revealed that Hui Yiwang seemed to be proposing to Mo Yunyun, having seen the ring and recalling his earlier comment about "giving an answer." Ling Xunxun was concerned and offered to come over, but Zhou Quan insisted on being alone. Ling Xunxun then went to confront Hui Yiwang. She questioned whether he truly loved Mo Yunyun or was simply trying to provoke Zhou Quan, pointing out their decade-long emotional game.
Hui Yiwang attempted to explain the complexity of the situation, describing Mo Yunyun’s recent, grueling eight-hour operation in England and how she was "like a walking dead" afterward, relying on him. Ling Xunxun retorted that he was protecting the "weak" Mo Yunyun but abandoning the "strong" Zhou Quan, who could restart her life without him. She accused him of playing "cat-and-mouse" with Zhou Quan, only offering her "bait" and expecting her to swallow her pride to pursue him.
Ling Xunxun's passionate words left Hui Yiwang ashamed, and Cheng Li later commented that Ling Xunxun was becoming more like Zhou Quan when angry. Hui Yiwang sent a text message to Zhou Quan, inviting her to witness his proposal to "a girl he likes," mentioning that Ling Xunxun and Cheng Li would also be there. Zhou Quan panicked, but Ling Xunxun reassured her, promising to be her "rock."
At the event, Zhou Quan grew increasingly uncomfortable watching Hui Yiwang constantly attend to Mo Yunyun. She attempted to leave, but Hui Yiwang stopped her, reminding her of their childhood pact to witness each other's happiness. To Zhou Quan's shock, Hui Yiwang then knelt before her, holding out a ring, and proposed to "her". Zhou Quan was stunned and slapped him, accusing him of being "crazy" and asking if everyone was making fun of her.
Hui Yiwang, stopping her from leaving, confessed he could no longer endure their ten years of "testing each other." He declared his desire to marry her and take her home, pleading for a chance. He explained that he had given her many signals over the years, but she had ignored him, dating other men, which felt like bullying him because of his feelings.
He openly admitted to being a "scheming man," asserting there was no shame in using schemes to pursue the woman he loved. He emphatically told her that she was the "last person" he wanted to be friends with, and that from now on, his friends, brothers, and women could only be her. After a long moment of tears, Zhou Quan passionately kissed Hui Yiwang.
Ling Xunxun and Cheng Li watched happily, revealing they had been aware of Hui Yiwang's surprise plan all along. Hui Yiwang later confirmed that the ring was always intended for Zhou Quan and thanked Cheng Li for helping him realize the joy of being pursued by the woman he loved. As they left, Zhou Quan playfully told Cheng Li he had to pay the bill because his "woman," Ling Xunxun, had conspired with Hui Yiwang to deceive her.
