My Girlfriend Episode 19 Recap
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Ding Xiaorou's mother, having watched her daughter's impassioned speech from the charity gala, finally understood Ding Xiaorou's dreams and dedication. Chi Xin was there, diligently trying to persuade her, even showing her a magazine featuring Ding Xiaorou's award-winning window design, "Snow Country Rainbow," which received the Grand Prize. Deeply moved, her mother shed tears. She then visited the store to see Ding Xiaorou's designed window in person, with Chi Xin following closely behind.
Her mother posed for photos in front of the window, and Chi Xin seized the opportunity to explain his reasons for staying in the city, emphasizing that with talent and effort, one would always be rewarded. He firmly believed that Ding Xiaorou would achieve her ideals and establish herself in this city. Later, Ding Xiaorou returned home to find a note from her mother along with prepared meals.
As she began to eat, her mother unexpectedly returned, causing Ding Xiaorou to quickly retreat to her room. Her mother went to the workroom and, seeing Ding Xiaorou's design drafts, was filled with a mix of emotions. She then made up her mind to let Ding Xiaorou pursue her ambitions. The next morning, Ding Xiaorou woke to find her mother had already taken an early bus home.
In her letter, her mother explained she had packed Ding Xiaorou's favorite shrimp skin wontons and fried a jar of chili sauce to stimulate her appetite when she lacked it. She advised Ding Xiaorou against staying up late, and to eat more fruit and less instant noodles. Her mother also mentioned seeing Ding Xiaorou's window, expressing pride in her award and urging her to continue working hard without becoming arrogant.
She reflected that while the city had its downsides, it now held Ding Xiaorou's favorite work, her friends, and her dreams, making it different for her. Most importantly, her mother recognized Chi Xin's genuine care for Ding Xiaorou, asking her to thank him and to share the wontons with him. Reading the heartfelt letter, Ding Xiaorou felt a warmth spread through her heart.
Chi Xin, upon arriving at work, received an express package containing candid photos of him and Ding Xiaorou. He immediately suspected Tong Liang and confronted him. Tong Liang unreservedly admitted to hiring someone to take the photos, openly stating his intention to force Chi Xin out of the company.
Chi Xin condemned him for harming Ding Xiaorou, but Tong Liang dismissed his concerns, threatening that releasing the photos would severely damage Chi Xin, Ding Xiaorou, and the company's reputation, potentially even implicating himself. He told Chi Xin that his fate depended on whether he would continue to gamble, and asked what Chi Xin's "Plan B" was, suggesting that protecting Ding Xiaorou was his top priority.
Chi Xin warned him not to be too proud, vowing that he would not succeed. After careful consideration, Ding Xiaorou returned to work at TaiGu Company. She first went to her display window, where Lucy promptly informed Zheng Ze of her return. Zheng Ze was delighted and quickly came to see Ding Xiaorou, taking her out for ice cream. He confessed his worry about his presumptuous actions that day and was relieved to hear her mother now supported her.
Ding Xiaorou, enjoying her sixteenth ice cream, jokingly said she now had to curry favor with him as her boss. With an abundance of groceries left by her mother, Ding Xiaorou decided to host a hot pot dinner for her friends. She called SA Yi, He Mingzhu, Chi Xin, and Zheng Ze. Zheng Ze was unable to attend due to an important client meeting.
He Mingzhu was accompanying Zhen Zheng to a concert, which Zhen Zheng had secretly bought tickets for. SA Yi initially accepted but later called back, apologizing that she had emergency surgeries that evening for her director's brother-in-law's nephew, explaining she couldn't refuse. Chi Xin, still troubled by Tong Liang's threats, missed Ding Xiaorou's message. Ding Xiaorou, feeling disappointed, prepared a large table of food.
As she began to eat alone, Chi Xin arrived home, caught the scent of hot pot wafting from her apartment, and saw her invitation on his phone. He immediately went upstairs to join her. As they ate, Chi Xin made a delicious sesame oil dip with oyster sauce, minced garlic, coriander, and beef sauce. Ding Xiaorou expressed her gratitude for his constant care for her mother, particularly for taking her to the hospital and showing her the window.
She apologized for her earlier harshness and shared how his efforts helped her mother understand her dreams, rekindling her "little flame of hope." Chi Xin humbly redirected the credit to Ding Xiaorou herself. They toasted to her continued presence in the city and her ambition to make window design her lifelong dream, recalling Gladwell's concept that 10,000 hours of dedication can make anyone a world-class master in any field.
