My Girlfriend Is an Alien 2 Episode 21 Recap
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A poignant truth about Fang Leng’s past is revealed by his father, Mr. Fang. Flashbacks show a young Fang Leng chasing a puppy, only for his mother to push him out of the path of an oncoming car, sacrificing herself. The trauma left young Fang Leng with selective memory loss, unable to recall the incident.
To protect his son from the painful memory and public scrutiny, Mr. Fang fabricated a story of his own infidelity, a deception Fang Leng resented for years. Overwhelmed by guilt, Fang Leng apologizes to his father, who reassures him, echoing Chai Xiaoqi’s sentiment that his mother would be pleased if he could be happier.
Fang Leng then expresses profound gratitude to Chai Xiaoqi, holding her hand and declaring his unwavering presence for her, forever, and finally admitting he loves her, a revelation that initially surprises Chai Xiaoqi before she reciprocates. Unbeknownst to them, Jiang Shiyi observes their intimate exchange from a distance, stopping his approach. Meanwhile, Fang Leng's mother returns from abroad, bringing Mr. Fang luxury gifts, including a limited-edition watch and American Ginseng.
When Mr. Fang suggests some of the ginseng for Fang Leng, his mother is surprised by their suddenly improved relationship. Speaking to Uncle Kang, she remarks that her husband, Shida, never mentioned Fang Leng before her trip, but now Fang Leng is the first person he thinks of upon her return. She suspects Chai Xiaoqi’s influence, as Chai Xiaoqi had insisted on meeting Shida earlier.
Concerned by Fang Leng's upcoming three-year assessment as CEO, she sees their reconciliation as a deliberate attempt to secure his position. She instructs Uncle Kang to check the weather forecast for a rainy day and inform key female clients, planning to catch Fang Leng off guard. Chai Xiaoqi successfully develops the first hormonal perfume, which Fang Leng immediately recognizes as the scent from a significant past event. Impressed, he orders its rapid production, aiming for a launch within a week.
However, Mr. Han rushes in to inform him of an urgent, impromptu board meeting, which coincides with a rainy day. Fang Leng’s mother is already at the meeting, explicitly stating her intention to witness Fang Leng’s downfall. Fang Leng arrives late, bringing Mr. Han and Chai Xiaoqi, whom he introduces as his assistant and the most important perfumer in the Research Department, asserting they are integral to the company.
He subtly points out that his mother, not being an employee, is the true "outsider." His mother then challenges him to introduce important female clients, knowing his condition. As rain begins to fall, Fang Leng struggles with the onset of his amnesia, experiencing severe headaches and difficulty speaking. His mother seizes the opportunity, publicly questioning his fitness to run the company given his "heterosexual amnesia on rainy days."
Chai Xiaoqi instinctively takes his hand, and as Fang Leng recalls his father's words about his mother's desire for his happiness, he calms down. He confidently introduces Ms. Li of Huayu Group, Ms. Wang of Tiansheng Group, and Ms. Xiao of Tianwen Group, detailing their collaborations. Fang Leng’s mother, astonished, produces his medical records, procured from abroad, explicitly stating his condition. Uncle Kang then publicly suggests Fang Leng is mentally unfit and should be removed from the CEO position.
Just then, Mr. Fang (Shida) arrives, firmly asserting Fang Leng's capability and integrity. He announces the early conclusion of Fang Leng’s three-year assessment, appointing him CEO of Fang’s Group effective immediately. Fang Leng's mother attempts to protest, but Mr. Fang silences her, emphasizing that the company is not a place for her to "mess around."
Fang Leng thanks his father and the board, then uses the platform to announce the successful development of their first hormonal perfume, "Destiny Lover," highlighting his vision for Fang’s Group based on innovation and pragmatism, not "hidden agendas and subterfuge"—a pointed jab at his mother’s tactics. Fang Leng then notes that his headaches have subsided and he feels healed. Fang Leng and Chai Xiaoqi both receive news that Fang Lie and Xiaobu have broken up.
They each rush to comfort them. Fang Lie pours out his heart to Fang Leng, lamenting his unfulfilled artistic career and how Xiaobu was his sole source of inspiration. He recounts the sudden breakup where Xiaobu, despite acknowledging her happiness with him, insisted they were "not for each other" and that breaking up was "a one-person thing." Fang Lie, distraught, suggests quitting art or pursuing an MBA abroad.
Fang Leng comforts him, sharing his own past experience of fabricating amnesia after a car accident to keep the person he loved, confessing to using what he called an "old-fashioned trick." He then encourages Fang Lie not to give up on his art or pursuing Xiaobu, urging him to be more persistent.
Meanwhile, Xiaobu confides in Chai Xiaoqi, explaining that her alien system has been overwhelmed by a "love" icon, which is consuming too much space and preventing her from using her superpowers. She tried to uninstall it, but couldn’t, concluding that the only solution was to break up with Fang Lie, reasoning that it would hurt him less if done quickly.
She rejects Chai Xiaoqi’s suggestion to seek Jiang Shiyi’s help, fearing he would discover her relationship with Fang Lie and "scrap her on the spot." Xiaobu then reveals she hasn't yet told Jiang Shiyi about her growing feelings for Fang Leng, planning to wait until after the perfume launch. At the "Destiny Lover" perfume launch, Fang Leng confidently addresses questions from reporters.
He passionately describes the perfume's intent to evoke feelings of love and its unique fragrance, attributing its creation to real inspiration. When asked about entrusting the project to a "newcomer," Fang Leng credits Chai Xiaoqi as the project's muse, highlighting her talent and promising future surprises. Overjoyed by the success of the pre-sale, which shatters previous company records, Chai Xiaoqi gifts Fang Leng a special perfume she created called "Cold Outside, Warm Inside," also nicknamed "Fang Leng."
In return, Fang Leng serenades her with a song he secretly wrote, also titled "Destiny Lover," dedicating both the song and the perfume’s name to her. Later, Chai Xiaoqi hands Jiang Shiyi the highest concentration of the Hormone Element, declaring the mission complete. Jiang Shiyi eagerly proposes their immediate return to their home planet.
However, Chai Xiaoqi firmly states her desire to remain on Earth with Fang Leng, explaining that she has found genuine love and no longer wishes to return to an emotionless existence. Jiang Shiyi attempts to dissuade her, reminding her of her mission to make amends and questioning if Fang Leng has deceived her again.
Chai Xiaoqi insists Fang Leng loves her, and she loves him too, accepting any consequences, even exile to the universe or forfeiting her privileges as a higher creature. She simply wants to cherish the present moment with Fang Leng.
As she bids him farewell, Jiang Shiyi, frustrated but determined, vows to prove to her that her newfound love is a mere illusion influenced by hormones, willing to vouch for her as a Chief candidate to mitigate potential punishment from their home planet.
