Parallel Love Episode 20 Recap
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The engagement ceremony for Jiao Yang and Zhao Yan began. As Zhao Yan walked down the aisle, Jiao Yang's mind was filled with images of Lin Miao in a wedding dress. Upon reaching the stage, Zhao Yan declared her preference to be the brightest star in the sky, not the moon goddess. She reassured Jiao Yang that no matter what the future held, he would always be the brightest and most irreplaceable person in her heart.
After Zhao Yan placed the engagement ring on Jiao Yang's finger, fireworks erupted. Lin Miao, observing from afar with mixed emotions, silently wished Jiao Yang happiness, hoping he would live his life to the fullest, just like the fireworks. Shortly after, Su Cheng Jun approached Lin Miao, sarcastically suggesting Jiao Yang and Zhao Yan were like two ignorant, vulnerable flowers grown in a greenhouse. Lin Miao, rolling her eyes, sharply retorted that Su Cheng Jun was acting like a clown.
She asserted that Jiao Yang was not a fragile hothouse plant, but the scorching Sun of August, and meeting him was the happiest event of her life. Ignoring her words, Su Cheng Jun vowed to make Jiao Yang lose everything, both in love and business. Later, Jiao Yang confronted Lin Miao, expressing his hurt that she wouldn't even say a proper goodbye to him. Lin Miao, however, offered a formal farewell, wishing him and Zhao Yan happiness.
Jiao Yang insisted he would forget her and fulfill his promise to Zhao Yan, urging Lin Miao not to feel guilty and to happily return to her own world without attachment. At that moment, Chairman Zhao interrupted, announcing that Zhao Yan was missing. Her phone, along with Secretary Yan's, was unreachable. A server then delivered a document from Zhao Yan.
It contained a video message where Zhao Yan explained that she had always believed marrying Jiao Yang was her life’s ultimate goal. However, she had recently realized they had both grown up and were on different paths, meaning Jiao Yang was no longer her destination. She confirmed she had signed a share transfer agreement and asked Jiao Yang to treat Lin Miao well, wishing them both happiness.
Zhao Yan also left her engagement ring for Lin Miao, saying she was going to seek her own vast sky and hoped they could become true friends upon her return. Lin Miao was deeply touched by Zhao Yan's kindness and selflessness. Meanwhile, Secretary Yan drove Zhao Yan to the airport, offering earnest advice to take care of herself while abroad, from eating on time to staying in safe hotels.
Zhao Yan became emotional, confessing her sadness about giving up on Jiao Yang, whom she had loved for twenty years. She reflected that liking someone is a solitary journey, and love often offers no fairness. She vowed to become a 'heroine who overcomes all obstacles' until she meets someone worthy of entrusting her life to, at which point she could revert to being a 'little princess who can't even open a bottle cap.'
Secretary Yan gave her a can of coke, suggesting it might help her feel better. Zhao Yan hugged Secretary Yan, thanking him for always being there and asking him to wait for her return and to call her 'Xiaoyan' from now on. Secretary Yan, deeply touched, promised he would wait, no matter the duration, and addressed her as 'Xiaoyan' in return.
Jiao Yang's father demanded he immediately go to the airport and bring Zhao Yan back, believing Jiao Yang was at fault. However, Chairman Zhao stated that his promise to Jiao Yang remained valid, and since Zhao Yan had already left, the entrusted shares she had given to Jiao Yang should remain with him to facilitate his work at Hong Yu.
Jiao Yang, feeling distraught and helpless, lamented that everyone was trying to help him, yet he remained stagnant, ultimately disappointing them all. He confided in Lin Miao that despite his efforts to protect everything in his life, she was the one he most wanted to safeguard. The next day, Jiao Yang saw his father off at the airport.
His father entrusted the future of Hong Yu to him, encouraging him to embrace challenges actively and not to complain when facing hardships. Before boarding, Jiao Yang’s father called Lin Miao, prompting her decision to return to Hong Yu. Jiao Yang, however, initially disagreed. Lin Miao insisted she wanted to stay by his side during Hong Yu's difficult period. Overhearing their conversation, Ding Ding was stunned, realizing they were indeed together.
Jiao Yang then asked Lin Miao if she would truly return home if he became president, as she had previously stated. Lin Miao cryptically replied that it depended on his performance. Lin Miao was officially reinstated at Hong Yu. During a meeting, Ding Ding nearly revealed her relationship with Jiao Yang, but was subtly silenced. After work, as Lin Miao prepared to go home, Jiao Yang objected to her staying with Jonny. Consequently, Lin Miao returned to Jiao Yang’s apartment.
While Jiao Yang cooked, Lin Miao found her vision becoming blurry and struggled to see clearly. Jiao Yang’s first attempt at cooking yielded less-than-delicious results, but Lin Miao ate it regardless. When Jiao Yang tried to pour her soup, Lin Miao, unable to see properly, accidentally knocked the bowl over. At a subsequent board meeting, a vote was held to appoint Jiao Yang as the Acting President.
Jiao Yang presented an "Infinite Home" concept upgrade, which proposed integrating solar eco-technology for green, energy-efficient housing. When asked about the reliability of the plan, Jiao Yang asserted that he would take full responsibility for his actions. Chairman Cao, after some reflection, voted in favor, explaining that the challenge of defeating a tough opponent was rewarding. Other directors followed, casting their votes in favor. It was announced that Hong Yu would proceed with preparations for the president's inauguration.
Meanwhile, Chairman Zhao encountered Su Cheng Jun at a law firm, where Su Cheng Jun was signing a legal counsel contract for Zhong Qing, leading to a brief, tense exchange between them. Jiao Yang entrusted Lin Miao with organizing his inauguration ceremony, and then took her to a gallery. There, her vision blurred again, causing her to temporarily lose her sight.
