Parallel Love Episode 13 Recap
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Lin Miao was working late into the night, feeling responsible for the escalating online donation scandal. She stressed that she had to resolve the matter before the next morning, blaming herself for not handling things properly. Jiao Yang found her and urged her to sleep, suggesting she use earplugs if the noise bothered her. He reassured her that such incidents are unpredictable, and if blame were to be assigned, it should fall on him as her superior.
He told her not to shoulder everything alone. Lin Miao apologized to Jiao Yang, who then expressed his confidence that many issues could be resolved successfully, reminding her that there was nothing Jiao Yang and Lin Miao couldn't solve together, to which Lin Miao agreed. After Jiao Yang fell asleep, Lin Miao quietly returned to her computer to work on the althaea project plan.
The next morning, Jiao Yang held a meeting, assigning critical tasks to his team to manage the donation scandal. Zhao Yan and the public relations team were to draft a public apology. Xin and Ding Ding were tasked with following up on lawsuits against the donation platform with the legal department. Jiang Rou and Ying Jun were to gather transaction evidence from the finance department and bank.
Lin Miao was instructed to compile a detailed report of the entire transaction flow for the board. Jiao Yang emphasized that all problems must be resolved by the end of the day after his verification. Jiao Yang then presented his althaea project plan to his father. His father acknowledged the good work but pointed out that the significant upfront capital for althaea cultivation would make it difficult to get board approval.
He advised Jiao Yang to refine the plan and wait for a more opportune moment, urging him instead to focus on the upcoming Heng Yuan bidding, which he described as a formidable challenge that the board wouldn't have entrusted to Jiao Yang lightly. His father also criticized Jiao Yang for being emotional and acting without board communication when searching for althaea and applying for environmental protection, which had led to the resort's problems.
Jiao Yang accepted the criticism, promising to reflect. Later, Lin Miao brought takeout for the team, which she claimed was a treat from Jiao Yang, though she had ordered it. The team was relieved, noting that public opinion was now shifting towards the donation platform. Jiao Yang called Lin Miao aside, instructing her to continue leading the next project.
Lin Miao, surprised, began to question his earlier decision to remove her from the althaea project, but Jiao Yang explained that since she understood althaea so well, they should work on it together, much to her pleasant surprise. Director Li informed Su Cheng Jun that Jiao Yang had been dismissed by the board and that the Heng Yuan project was Jiao Yang's final opportunity.
Director Li revealed that Zhong Qing would also participate in the bidding, and it was up to Su Cheng Jun to ensure Jiao Yang's permanent removal. Su Cheng Jun expressed concern about his limited influence as a newcomer to Zhong Qing, but Director Li assured him and promised a surprise at the next day's regular meeting. Su Cheng Jun thanked him, and they agreed on continued cooperation.
Meanwhile, Jiao Yang consulted his father about the althaea project, which still needed refinement in its supply chain development. His father gave him reference books, but quickly realized Jiao Yang had another motive for visiting. Jiao Yang then asked his father how he managed to pursue his mother. His father initially boasted that his mother pursued him, but Jiao Yang countered, citing Uncle Zhao's account of his father's three-year pursuit of the famous designer, Liang.
Jiao Yang's father then confessed that his mother had repeatedly rejected him but secretly cared for him, offering design suggestions for his projects and buying drinks for colleagues under his name. Jiao Yang remarked that women often say the opposite of what they mean. His father agreed, likening business ventures to pursuing a woman, both requiring perseverance. He reaffirmed his belief in Jiao Yang's ability to overcome challenges in the resort development, calling him the only suitable candidate.
He also cautioned Jiao Yang about new companies entering the Heng Yuan bidding, emphasizing it was Jiao Yang's only chance to turn things around. Later, Lin Weijun arrived at Su Cheng Jun's apartment, reminding him that it was the anniversary of their first date. She recounted how he gave her a bouquet of daisies, explaining that the flower symbolized hidden love, and promised to change, even bringing him daisies.
Su Cheng Jun, exhausted, refused to reminisce, stating he had moved on to a new job and life, and was tired of the past. He told her he needed a girlfriend who would progress with him in life and career, not someone stuck in the past, and that their futures diverged. Su Cheng Jun broke up with Lin Weijun, who was heartbroken and confused, refusing to accept the breakup and demanding a clear reason.
She suspected he liked someone else, and in her distress, she blurted out "Lin Miao." Su Cheng Jun successfully secured the Heng Yuan bidding rights using information he had obtained beforehand. Lin Miao and Jiao Yang, unaware of this, were discussing the Heng Yuan proposal, acknowledging the tough competition. Soon after, at the company, Lin Weijun spotted Lin Miao, who looked identical to her. Overcome with shock and anger, Lin Weijun accused Lin Miao of seducing Su Cheng Jun.
As she lunged, she tripped and fainted. Jiao Yang and Lin Miao immediately took her to the hospital. Outside the ward, Jiao Yang confronted Su Cheng Jun, who was also at the hospital, and warned him that he would not yield in either business or matters concerning Lin Miao.
Su Cheng Jun countered, stating that he knew Jiao Yang's mother hadn't expected him to become who he was, and that the donation case wasn't forgotten, implying he knew more than he let on. Jiao Yang asserted that he would not give up Lin Miao or Hong Yu to him, and their rivalry would continue in the business world, promising no further concessions. Su Cheng Jun accepted the challenge, saying they would meet again soon.
Inside the hospital room, Lin Weijun aggressively confronted Lin Miao, accusing her of being a mistress and destroying her four-year relationship with Su Cheng Jun. Lin Miao calmly explained they were merely colleagues and that Su Cheng Jun had already left Hong Yu, suggesting Lin Weijun handle her personal matters privately. Lin Weijun retorted that if Su Cheng Jun had broken up with her, Lin Miao was the one to blame.
Lin Miao internally wondered if her past self was truly so irrational. She then advised Lin Weijun that a breakup, though painful, could be a chance for self-improvement rather than dwelling on the past. Lin Weijun angrily dismissed Lin Miao's advice, declaring Su Cheng Jun her entire world and refusing to allow anyone to ruin their relationship.
Lin Miao stressed that Su Cheng Jun was not the most important person; rather, Lin Weijun herself was, and leaving him would be the greatest respect to her own life. At this point, Jiao Yang’s assistant relayed an investigation report, stating Lin Weijun was a 23-year-old orphan raised in a welfare center and close to a grandmother named Chen Rui Fang. Jiao Yang offered Lin Miao a candy. She politely refused, stating she didn't like sweets.
He expressed surprise at Lin Weijun's past self, prompting Lin Miao to admit her disbelief and wonder if fate had brought her back to confront her past foolishness. She mused that her life might have been different if she had seen through her "family member" earlier. Jiao Yang gently observed that Lin Miao was still stubborn and kept her sorrows hidden, suggesting it was why she had rejected him.
He then sympathized with her, saying she must have endured much hardship to become the Lin Miao she was today. He then told her that perhaps fate sent her back to meet him, emphasizing that she didn't need to change herself to live a different life; she and Lin Weijun were distinct individuals with the right to forge their own paths.
He expressed his willingness to help her overcome difficulties, open his heart, and pleaded with her not to push him away. Offering the candy again, Jiao Yang explained that a heart filled with bitterness like hers needed much sweetness to heal. Lin Miao, however, replied that someone with a bitter heart like hers only needed a single piece of candy. Jiao Yang and Lin Miao arrived at Heng Yuan Group to collect the bidding document.
Other company representatives were complaining about the long wait for Manager Lu, who seemed to be deliberately stalling. While waiting, Jiao Yang and Lin Miao had a playful exchange about their roles, with Jiao Yang joking about her sitting while he stood. However, their mood soured when other people began to mock Jiao Yang over the donation scandal, criticizing Hong Yu for still sending him to bid.
Jiao Yang, to Lin Miao's anger, calmly reminded her of Sun Wukong's patience with Tang Seng, implying the mockers were like the chatterbox monk. Lin Miao admitted she was furious, but Jiao Yang explained that the value of a cup wouldn't depreciate under pressure, and an easy life was boring. Lin Miao retorted that Jiao Yang's life was officially entering "hard mode," to which he playfully asked if she was interested in playing the game with him until the end.
She replied, "It depends on the rewards you give." Meanwhile, Su Cheng Jun was already meeting with Manager Lu, having seemingly acquired the bidding document ahead of others. Su Cheng Jun flattered Manager Lu and offered to connect him with a friend who was an education expert, after Manager Lu mentioned concerns about his child's schooling. Lin Miao and Jiao Yang, tired of waiting, approached Manager Lu directly. He was dismissive, telling them to wait.
Jiao Yang then subtly took out his phone and pretended to call President Liu, Heng Yuan's higher-up, speaking loudly about waiting for the bidding document at his company. Manager Lu's demeanor immediately changed, and he quickly handed over the document. When Lin Miao later asked how Jiao Yang knew President Liu, he confessed he didn't, admitting it was a bluff. As they prepared to go inspect the building site, Lin Miao's shoelace came undone.
Jiao Yang knelt down and tied it for her. They discussed how Heng Yuan planned to move its headquarters to the bidding area, indicating the project's importance. During their site inspection, Lin Miao observed that the new building, once completed, would likely become the city's new tallest landmark. Jiao Yang, in a moment of reflection, recalled his childhood memories of Hong Yu as the city's proudest edifice.
He shared that he had minored in architecture, alongside business, inspired by his mother, an architect, and his father, a property developer. He saw their love reflected in how his father brought his mother's designs to life. Jiao Yang expressed his fear of failing to protect Hong Yu and disappointing his parents, and also Lin Miao, as the company faced new challenges. Lin Miao comforted him, assuring him that his dedication to protecting Hong Yu for his parents was irreplaceable.
Jiao Yang then confessed his feelings, asking if she would stay with him forever to guard Hong Yu. Lin Miao, however, gently reminded him that she eventually had to return to her own time. Jiao Yang acknowledged her concern but vowed to make her stay willingly, adding that with her support, he believed he could win the Heng Yuan bid. Back at the office, Jiao Yang's business expense application was rejected by the finance manager for incorrect formatting.
The manager explained that while he was Vice President, the President's office would handle such amendments, but now he had to adhere strictly to procedures as a regular team leader. Frustrated, Jiao Yang complained about the inflexibility, but Lin Miao suggested this challenge was a test, encouraging him to adapt.
She then took the initiative to resubmit the application through his OA account, linking it directly to his father, the Chairman, for approval, bypassing the bureaucratic hurdles given their tight deadline for the Heng Yuan project. The application was swiftly approved. Both Su Cheng Jun and Jiao Yang, independently, considered an "urban eco-hotel" concept for the Heng Yuan bid. Su Cheng Jun, in a meeting, criticized his team's proposals as "trash" before revealing his vision.
He elaborated on his idea of integrating nearby abandoned man-made lakes and small gardens with urban cultural elements to create a unique urban eco-hotel, leveraging trends in humanistic and environmental protection. Jiao Yang, in his own meeting, asked his team to describe their ideal hotel. While some employees listed luxury amenities and free services, Lin Miao admitted that as a business traveler, she often didn't even notice room details, finding it hard to define an "ideal" hotel.
Jiao Yang deemed her answer insightful. Zhao Yan then arrived and, inspired by her point on the need for diverse samples in surveys, Jiao Yang tasked her public relations team with distributing questionnaires to all company employees to gather broader perspectives on ideal hotel features, to be collected by the end of the day. Zhao Yan confidently accepted the task.
