Cute Bodyguard Episode 3 Recap
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At her mother's beauty salon, Jingjing's mother deflects her colleagues' gossip about Jingjing's age and single status by boasting that her daughter has a great job at a large company. Just then, Jingjing arrives with Gu Rong, whom her mother proudly introduces as Jingjing's boyfriend, saving face. Inside, Jingjing's mother instructs her to perform a Thermage treatment on a reluctant Gu Rong. The procedure is painful, and he is baffled by Jingjing's technical explanations.
Afterwards, Jingjing tries to sell him a VIP package. Despite his initial refusal, Jingjing persuades him by claiming only she can handle his sensitive skin, and he reluctantly agrees. Later, Gu Rong discovers he was severely overcharged. Jingjing defends the price by humorously citing her unique "value," adding that the treatment cost has been deducted from his debt, which now stands at 295,000 yuan.
When Gu Rong expresses suspicion, Jingjing declares her price is non-negotiable and cheekily offers "any paid service," a remark that surprises him. Back at home, Jingjing continues to serve as Gu Rong's assistant, giving him a massage and cooking his favorite dishes. Gu Rong remarks that she is more capable than his professional assistant, Xie Te.
When Jingjing asks why he continues to live at her home instead of his villa, Gu Rong reminds her that he will leave once her debt is repaid. As they approach the house, Jingjing spots her senior from the martial arts club, Han Ran, waiting outside. She becomes flustered and tries to fix her appearance, but Gu Rong teases her.
Seizing the opportunity, Gu Rong introduces himself to Han Ran not only as a tenant but also as Jingjing's boss, stopping just short of calling himself her creditor when Jingjing quickly interjects, clarifying their professional relationship. Annoyed by Jingjing's sudden focus on Han Ran, Gu Rong demands a cappuccino, refusing instant coffee or delivery. He uses the 300,000 yuan debt as leverage, threatening to reveal it to Han Ran if she doesn't comply. Jingjing reluctantly goes.
While she is out, Han Ran has a warm reunion with Jingjing's father, his former master. When Jingjing returns with the coffee, Gu Rong, who never intended to drink it, hands it to her and tells her to "sober up." Later, the family and Han Ran gather to make dumplings. Gu Rong, dressed in a suit, initially just observes.
Watching Jingjing and Han Ran skillfully work, he becomes jealous and attempts to join in, only to prove clumsy, much to Jingjing's amusement. During dinner, Jingjing and Han Ran warmly exchange dumplings. Gu Rong pointedly asks Han Ran about his interest in sculpture exhibitions. Jingjing interjects, claiming a novelist like him would be too busy with writing. Gu Rong then reveals Jingjing's own interest in sculpture, surprising Han Ran.
Following this, Han Ran offers Jingjing a position as his literary assistant, which she eagerly accepts. However, Gu Rong immediately shuts it down, stating that as her boss, she has no time for other jobs. Han Ran suggests it could be part-time, but Gu Rong retorts, questioning if Jingjing is genuinely interested in literature or just in "writers," a subtle jab at Han Ran.
After dinner, as Jingjing and Han Ran chat, Gu Rong repeatedly interrupts with demands for snacks and drinks. He exposes Jingjing's attempt to act delicate for Han Ran by effortlessly opening a drink bottle she pretended she couldn't. After Han Ran leaves, Gu Rong confronts Jingjing for pretending to be someone she's not. Jingjing admits she wants to appear more feminine for Han Ran.
Gu Rong argues that true affection means embracing one's authentic self and tells her she "can't wake up someone who's pretending to be asleep," implying Han Ran is aware of her feelings but doesn't reciprocate. Vexed, Gu Rong wonders why a strong woman like Jingjing is infatuated with a "central air conditioner"—someone who is superficially nice to everyone. The next day, Gu Rong crashes Jingjing and Han Ran's date.
He critiques Jingjing's makeup and effectively turns their outing into a group event by insisting on joining them at a sculpture exhibition. When Jingjing's friend Ai Mi arrives to help run interference, Gu Rong thwarts her plan by claiming he has haphephobia and can only ride a tandem bike with Jingjing. During their outing, they unexpectedly encounter Chief He. Jingjing and Gu Rong flee on the bike, leading to a chase.
Cornered, Gu Rong urges Jingjing to use her martial arts skills. As a car suddenly approaches, Gu Rong instinctively pulls Jingjing to safety, and she falls into his arms. With Chief He closing in, Jingjing, declaring she is his bodyguard, finally uses her martial arts to fend him off. While she is occupied, Gu Rong slips away, leaving her to handle the situation alone.
