My Mowgli Boy Episode 45 Recap
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Lu Ziyue finally finds Mowgli, expressing concern for Ling Xi and urging him not to give up on their relationship. However, Mowgli is resolute, refusing to hear anything more about Ling Xi. Lu Ziyue senses something is amiss, but Mowgli remains silent, only returning the books he borrowed from Lu Ziyue. He also returns some gifts that Lu Ziyue had given him, explaining that he recently moved and has no space for them, asking Lu Ziyue to temporarily keep them.
Lu Ziyue assures Mowgli of his unwavering friendship and offers help for any difficulties, but Mowgli abruptly leaves. Meanwhile, Ling Xi and her team return to live streaming, with Ling Xi beginning by apologizing for past issues with her studio. She clarifies that her current endeavor is as an environmental volunteer, not a career comeback. She highlights the severe pollution affecting forests and lakes on the city's outskirts, leading to the destruction and extinction of flora and fauna.
Ling Xi directly points to the Senmu project, asserting that despite its claims of developing an eco-friendly hotel, it is actively polluting the environment. She mentions that the project's investors are currently embroiled in a lawsuit, encouraging viewers to investigate. Zheng Weijue, witnessing Ling Xi's broadcast, is enraged by her implicit accusations against the Senmu project, in which his company, Aeolus Media Group, is a shareholder.
He consults his lawyer about suing for defamation, but the lawyer advises against it, cautioning that such action would play into Ling Xi's hands right before the critical court case. The lawyer suggests ignoring the "stunts," believing Ling Xi lacks substantial evidence. Ling Xi concludes her stream by emphasizing the youth's responsibility to protect the environment and celebrates with her team, promising a celebratory meal and double pay for their efforts, expressing fearlessness as they start anew.
The court case between Gao's Group and Mozi Capital over the Senmu Resort project begins. Gao's Group, through their lawyer, demands payment from Mozi Capital as per their agreement. Tang Cheng, representing Mozi Capital alongside Lu Ziyue, presents a financial report revealing numerous irregularities and unidentifiable fund movements within the Gao's Group's execution of the project, arguing for Mozi's right to terminate their cooperation.
When Gao's lawyer dismisses this as insufficient evidence, Tang Cheng requests to introduce new evidence: a video. The video, filmed by environmental volunteer Chu Shi and Tang Cheng's parents (who are wildlife protection experts and photographers), captures illegal wastewater discharge at the Senmu project site. Tang Cheng further presents a water quality report confirming severe contamination by chromium, lead, and mercury. The judge rules in favor of Mozi Capital, rejecting all of Gao's Group's claims, leading to their defeat.
Furious over the court loss, Zheng Weijue harshly dismisses his lawyers. Mowgli then arrives, calling the lawsuit's outcome a "present" for Zheng Weijue. He proposes that with the Senmu project now facing legal and public backlash, Gao's Group will be compelled to sell, offering Zheng Weijue an opportunity, as a major stakeholder, to acquire the entire project at a reduced price and stage a comeback. Zheng Weijue is initially reluctant, citing the project's high investment and low profitability.
Mowgli then reveals a more private matter: he has seen a video that implicates Ling Zhenghao, Ling Xi's father, in the ranger's killing. He claims the video cut off abruptly when Ling Zhenghao was named, suggesting hidden information. Zheng Weijue denies Ling Zhenghao's involvement, stating the case was closed years ago. Mowgli, however, insists he re-established contact with Ding Jianxiong, who agreed to meet and revealed the existence of crucial evidence at the crime scene.
Mowgli seeks Zheng Weijue's assistance in acquiring the Senmu project to facilitate the search for this evidence and bring Ling Zhenghao to justice, driven by his personal vow to avenge the ranger who raised him. He emphasizes that he has completely severed ties with Ling Xi, declaring her a separate entity from his mission. Skeptical, Zheng Weijue agrees to review the video Mowgli claimed to have seen.
In the surveillance room, a recording shows Mowgli playing a video on his phone in an elevator. The partial audio features Zheng Weijue and Ding Jianxiong discussing a past murder, with Zheng Weijue expressing regret about leading someone down that path and offering anything for Donghai's silence regarding money, also warning against discovery. However, the surveillance recording of Mowgli's phone screen goes blank after only a few seconds, preventing Zheng Weijue from seeing the incriminating part.
This reassures Zheng Weijue, as he finds no new information. Unbeknownst to him, Zheng Li had secretly intervened by instructing someone to delete the remainder of the surveillance footage at Mozi Capital. Mowgli later thanks Zheng Li, acknowledging that Zheng Li's intervention saved him from exposure. Zheng Li, however, remains in a difficult position, not wanting to see his father continue making mistakes, while also holding onto a sliver of hope for his father's innocence.
Zheng Li then confronts Mowgli, demanding to know what was on the deleted footage, suspecting his father's involvement. Mowgli initially deflects, but Zheng Li's persistence, even threatening to take extreme actions, compels Mowgli to reveal that he indeed saw the full, damning video. Struggling with this revelation, Zheng Li questions the truth and existence of concrete evidence against his father. Mowgli explains that he needed to get close to Zheng Weijue, using information from Ling Yu, to uncover the truth.
He expresses his uncertainty about succeeding or being forgiven by Ling Xi for the pain he's causing, acknowledging his isolated path. Zheng Li, moved by Mowgli's vulnerability, offers his friendship and partnership, proposing they face this challenge together. Zheng Li confides in Mowgli that his decision to help is also driven by a deep desire to believe in his father's innocence and to prevent him from further wrongdoings. Later, Zheng Li confronts his father, Zheng Weijue, in his office.
He accuses Zheng Weijue of changing, becoming someone who prioritizes company profit over decades-old friendships, and questions if his family might also be sacrificed. Zheng Weijue dismisses Zheng Li's concerns as naive, stating that as a company boss, business takes precedence over friendship, and that Zheng Li's opposition is causing their rift. Zheng Li insists that his father's transformation has made him unapproachable, eroding their bond. Zheng Weijue, however, asserts that he will always be Zheng Li's father.
Zheng Li's pleas for his father to reconsider his current path for the family's sake are met with Zheng Weijue's stubborn refusal, citing the company's dire situation, before he storms out. A distraught Zheng Li is later found by Bai Yiling, drenched and sitting alone. He confides in her about the agonizing dilemma of discovering a loved one's crime. Bai Yiling, unable to offer a solution, reaffirms her unwavering support, promising to be by his side.
Zheng Li expresses his deep weariness and sorrow, admitting his fear of losing his father as he uncovers more truth, yet desperate to prevent him from continuing down a dark path. A news report announces the restart of the Senmu project under the Aeolus Media Group. At a press conference, Zheng Weijue declares that the project, despite past challenges, will relaunch with a renewed, environmentally conscious approach, adhering to regulations and welcoming public oversight.
Mowgli congratulates Zheng Weijue on acquiring the project and accepts a business card naming him "Project Director Xia Ye" of Aeolus Media Group. He promises to start immediately, personally handling negative publicity and obstacles to the Senmu project, and specifically mentions addressing issues with "Xiyouzhidi" (Ling Xi's studio). He also asks to change the name on his card, which Zheng Weijue grants.
Despite Mowgli's new position, Zheng Weijue later makes a phone call, instructing someone to closely monitor Mowgli's every move, indicating his continued mistrust. Meanwhile, Ling Xi's team discusses Zheng Weijue's seemingly irrational investment in the scandal-ridden Senmu project, even contemplating strategies to hasten its collapse. Mowgli then arrives at their studio, introducing himself as "Xia Ye, Project Director of Aeolus Media Group," much to the shock of Tutu and the team.
Noticing Ling Xi is unwell, he formally warns her that her studio's T-shirt designs and livestream comments constitute libel against Aeolus Media. He demands an immediate cessation of these actions, threatening legal action with a formal lawyer's letter. He then warns Ling Xi personally, reminding her that "little fish never outwit a Great White" and hinting at the threat of her studio being shut down again.
Ling Xi confronts him, asking if he deliberately provided them with the evidence that led to their lawsuit victory. Mowgli confirms it, explaining it was a strategic maneuver to devalue the project and secure it for Zheng Weijue. Angered, Ling Xi questions what Zheng Weijue offered him to abandon his conscience. Mowgli refuses to elaborate, prompting Ling Xi to declare that regardless of their past, he is now her enemy.
Ling Xi urgently calls Li Yuheng, revealing that her environmental T-shirt campaign has been halted. She requests his help in bringing down Zheng Weijue, a request Li Yuheng initially dismisses. Ling Xi's persistent emotional appeal, reminiscent of their first meeting, eventually sways him. Li Yuheng agrees to help, stating that bankrupting Zheng Weijue's company aligns with his own pursuit of justice. He outlines his plan to exploit Zheng Weijue's vulnerable capital chain and win over his neglected clients.
Despite Li Yuheng's attempts to leave for a meeting, Ling Xi relentlessly pushes for his full commitment, even offering herself as an investment to fund Zheng Weijue's downfall. Overwhelmed, Li Yuheng ultimately agrees to her demands.
