The Brightest Star in the Sky Episode 36 Recap
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Zheng Weijun, observing Star Entertainment's stock rise due to Yu Zirui's burgeoning success, noted Chen Tianhao's capabilities but perceived him as immature and lacking long-term vision, believing he was inadvertently paving the way for others. He instructed his secretary, Qian, to continue their covert acquisition of Star Entertainment shares from the secondary market with utmost caution, wary of any potential retaliation from Chen Tianhao as their plan neared completion.
Chen Tianhao convened a meeting with company managers to formalize the status of Zheng Boxu. He revealed that Zheng Boxu had sustained a severe throat injury that could end his singing career and explained that he had kept this confidential to prevent stock fluctuations. Citing Zheng Boxu's uncertain recovery and Yu Zirui's rapid ascent, Chen Tianhao announced his decision to allocate all company resources to Yu Zirui while "freezing" Zheng Boxu.
He dismissed disagreements from VP Du and other managers, who felt the move was premature. Chen Tianhao revealed his deeper resentment, stating that the Zheng family had "set him up" during Star Entertainment's past difficulties and that he would not work with Zheng Boxu even if he recovered. He declared the decision was final and not open for discussion.
Away from the corporate turmoil, Zheng Boxu continued his intense training with Grandpa Gu, who shifted their focus to drumming to master rhythm, a foundation for singing. Grandpa Gu pushed Zheng Boxu relentlessly, criticizing his inability to maintain a proper tempo. Despite the grueling demands, Zheng Boxu secretly vowed to persevere. Yu Zirui waited for Yang Zhenzhen outside her home, having sent her assistant away to speak with her privately.
He confessed that despite his booming career, he was miserable without her and regretted giving her up out of fear of being frozen by the company. Pleading for a second chance, he asserted that his growing influence would soon allow him to negotiate with Chen Tianhao and make her his girlfriend publicly. When Yang Zhenzhen insisted their past was over, Yu Zirui questioned if her rejection was due to Zheng Boxu.
He then revealed Chen Tianhao's plan to publicly announce Zheng Boxu's freeze, which would leave her with the choice of becoming his manager or being fired. Despite the ultimatum, Yang Zhenzhen firmly refused to be either his manager or his girlfriend. Star Entertainment held a press conference where Chen Tianhao publicly announced the decision to freeze Zheng Boxu's activities, citing health issues and past dissatisfaction.
Watching the broadcast, an enraged Zheng Weijun vowed to make Chen Tianhao pay for insulting his son and himself. Yang Zhenzhen tried to intervene, but was rebuffed by VP Ma and told by VP Du that Chen Tianhao's decision was unchangeable, hinting at a deep-seated conflict between Chen Tianhao and Zheng Weijun. Directors Liu and Yu confirmed that with the public announcement, nothing could be done, though they admired Yang Zhenzhen's loyalty.
Zheng Boxu learned he was being frozen from a phone call with his sister, Fang Yiran, who had watched the news with their furious father. He immediately confronted Yang Zhenzhen, demanding to know why she kept it from him while he endured grueling training. He despaired that being frozen meant he was contractually bound for four years, unable to perform or even busk, while others surpassed him.
Yang Zhenzhen explained she hid the truth to protect his positive momentum, as he was making great progress, and urged him to stay hopeful. Feeling betrayed, Zheng Boxu accused her of lying and allowing him to be tortured for nothing. Despondent, Zheng Boxu shut himself away at home. At Yang Zhenzhen's request, his sister, Fang Yiran, came to visit. Upon her arrival, Zheng Boxu apologized for his earlier outburst, explaining it was due to suppressed emotions.
Fang Yiran reassured him and asked about his throat, which he confirmed was nearly healed. She then urged him to return home and reconcile with their father, promising that Zheng Weijun would not repeat his past mistakes. She also appealed to him for the sake of 'Brother Qian,' a loyal family associate who was caught in their conflict and had nearly resigned over it. Finally, Fang Yiran asked for the 'Blue Flame diamond' their mother had given him, explaining she needed to send it to their European headquarters.
