My Girlfriend Episode 15 Recap
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Leading up to the charity gala for the Fashion Window Design Competition, Ding Xiaorou faced significant challenges. She initially struggled to enter the venue without an invitation, but Jiang Yuan recognized her and facilitated her entry. A major crisis occurred when she lost all her design data due to an accident at home, but Chi Xin and his team worked tirelessly to restore her "Matchparadise" design, with Jiang Yuan also advocating for her to get extended setup time.
It was during this period that it was revealed Jiang Yuan was Chi Xin's ex-girlfriend, and they made a bet about who would start a new relationship first. Ding Xiaorou, misinterpreting Chi Xin's actions, mistakenly believed he had changed his sexual orientation due to heartbreak, leading to an awkward car ride where she tried to 'correct' him and her subsequent attempts to maintain distance.
Zheng Ze, having initially planned a surprise for Ding Xiaorou with SA Yi and He Mingzhu, rushed to help her with the setup when he learned she was busy. He later presented her with a beautiful evening gown for the event. Zheng Ze accompanied Ding Xiaorou to a charity gala for the Fashion Window Design Competition, where she was determined to make her window design shine.
Before the event, Zheng Ze had presented her with a beautiful dress he had chosen, which Ding Xiaorou initially felt was not quite her style and made her clumsy, but Zheng Ze insisted it was important to wear. As Ding Xiaorou stood by her "Matchparadise" design, it quickly drew the attention of both local and international designers. One foreign designer inquired if she was the artist, which Zheng Ze translated, then adding that he was her translator.
The designer praised the top layer of her work as "very nice" and a "perfect design." Later, Ding Xiaorou, curious about Zheng Ze's multiple language skills, asked him about his past, to which he playfully replied, "Secret." Lucy soon arrived and immediately targeted Ding Xiaorou with sarcastic remarks, questioning her presence at such a high-society event and implying she was there with a man. Ding Xiaorou firmly clarified she was a participant.
Lucy then attempted to impress Jiang Yuan with her own design, but Jiang Yuan, finding the conversation inappropriate for the event, gently steered Lucy away by suggesting they discuss work via email. Instead, Jiang Yuan turned her attention to Ding Xiaorou, asking her to introduce "Matchparadise." Ding Xiaorou explained her concept, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Match Girl" and featuring matches and a starry sky, symbolizing hope.
As she spoke, Jiang Yuan recognized her English signature, linking it to the "Snow Country Rainbow" design previously featured in a magazine. Ding Xiaorou, caught off guard, remained silent. Chairman Zheng of the Swire Group and his wife then made a grand entrance, immediately surrounded by reporters. The Chairman announced a "big plan," expressing his desire for a new family member, hinting at a grandchild. Feeling a surge of anxiety, Ding Xiaorou retreated to the rooftop to compose herself.
The charity gala officially began. Chi Xin sent Ding Xiaorou a message, urging her to come downstairs and encouraging her to be brave. Taking a deep breath, Ding Xiaorou ascended the stage to present her work. She eloquently explained that "Matchparadise" drew inspiration from "The Little Match Girl," using the imagery of stars and matches to symbolize hope.
She spoke of the challenges of pursuing dreams—leaving home, facing setbacks, ridicule, and self-doubt—but stressed the unwavering importance of hope, however distant or small. She concluded by stating she had rewritten the fairy tale's ending, urging young people to chase their dreams and adults to protect them. Chi Xin watched from afar, captivated by her moving speech, as was the rest of the audience. Ding Xiaorou's "Matchparadise" was ultimately auctioned off for an impressive 1 million.
Chi Xin, having witnessed her triumph, quietly began to leave. Jiang Yuan quickly followed him, praising Ding Xiaorou's work and playfully encouraging Chi Xin to find love while he was still young, suggesting he now had a "goal." Meanwhile, SA Yi excitedly rushed to congratulate Ding Xiaorou. As they returned to the main hall, Ding Xiaorou saw Zheng Ze with his parents. She was stunned to realize that Zheng Ze was the son of the Swire Group chairman.
SA Yi had initially scoffed at the idea of Zheng Ze being a rich second generation, jokingly comparing their own situation to "Two Broke Girls" if he were. Overwhelmed by the revelation and her ruined dress, Ding Xiaorou accidentally stumbled, knocking over a server's tray and spilling red wine on her elegant white gown. Unbeknownst to her, her phone also slipped from her grasp onto the floor.
When Zheng Ze approached her, distressed Ding Xiaorou pushed him away, reminding him they should maintain distance, seemingly referencing her earlier misunderstanding and the awkward car incident. She then contemplated staying overnight at SA Yi's place. SA Yi was delighted by the idea, unaware that a mysterious figure in black was covertly observing Ding Xiaorou's every move. Later, Chi Xin heard a news report about a prowler still at large in the neighborhood and became concerned for Ding Xiaorou's safety.
He drove around late into the night searching for her but couldn't find her. He then called SA Yi, who, after some initial hesitation to cover for Ding Xiaorou's presence, eventually confirmed that Ding Xiaorou was staying with her for the night. Relieved, Chi Xin bought a bouquet of flowers and narcissus seeds from a street vendor on his way home. Just as he arrived, Zheng Ze appeared at his door, holding Ding Xiaorou's lost phone, leaving both men momentarily surprised.
