The Brightest Star in the Sky Episode 39 Recap
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With Star Entertainment now publicly listed, Chen Tianhao decides his use for Ms. Ma is over. He bluntly tells her that while he was grateful for her investments, she knows nothing about the entertainment business. He offers to let her keep the title of Vice President but orders her to stay out of company affairs, reminding her that he is the boss.
Feeling used and marginalized, Ms. Ma laments that even when she had Zheng Boxu in her department, he wouldn't listen to her, blaming Yang Zhenzhen for his defiance. Heartbroken, she asks Chen Tianhao if he ever had feelings for her. When he doesn't answer, she leaves, warning him not to be so arrogant, as his actions could lead to his own ruin. Undeterred and confident in the company's rising stock, Chen Tianhao summons Yu Zirui to his office.
He praises Yu Zirui's ambition and pragmatism, suggesting he use his album's established title track for the domestic trial to secure a win. This, he explains, will save a brand-new, personalized song for the international finals, where it will have a greater impact. He promises to clear all obstacles to ensure Yu Zirui's victory. Immediately after, Chen Tianhao coldly rejects Zheng Boxu’s request to participate in the same competition.
He questions why an established singer would risk losing face and points out that Zheng Boxu is still recovering. Zheng Boxu calmly accepts the rejection, stating he never begs, but pointedly remarks that Chen Tianhao is the one who seems like the "patient." Unfazed, Zheng Boxu later tells Yang Zhenzhen that he will never give up. He explains that his teacher taught him to treat music not just as a dream, but as a belief.
He vows that he will one day return with his signature C-Pop style to defeat Chen Tianhao and everyone who doubts him. Moved by his resolve, Yang Zhenzhen decides to help him. She tracks down and ambushes Mr. Wu Gong, a key figure in the Universal New Idol Competition, and pleads with him to let Zheng Boxu participate.
She argues that excluding a singer of his caliber would be the competition's loss, but Mr. Wu Gong vehemently refuses, insisting he has no interest in knowing Zheng Boxu and physically resisting her as he tries to get away. Later, Zheng Boxu’s father, Mr. Zheng, invites Yang Zhenzhen to his home. He asks her to call him "Uncle" and apologizes for his son's difficult nature.
Recounting the history of their family’s jewelry business, Lai Sheng Tong, he expresses his disappointment that Zheng Boxu chose music over inheriting the company. Insisting music is merely a hobby unfit for a lifelong career, he asks Yang Zhenzhen to persuade Zheng Boxu to quit. When she firmly declines, stating her role as his manager is to support him, Mr. Zheng shifts tactics.
He reveals that he has already arranged a suitable marriage for his son, which is part of his larger business strategy, and orders Yang Zhenzhen to keep her distance. Unintimidated, she retorts that her personal life is her own and that a person's heart cannot be controlled by anyone. The conversation ends acrimoniously. After Yang Zhenzhen leaves, Mr. Zheng’s friend, Professor Guo, arrives to find him angrily practicing calligraphy. He confides in her about his frustrations.
Professor Guo, a psychology professor, explains that Zheng Boxu’s intense dedication to music stems from the guilt and trauma of his mother’s death, as he was the only one present and unable to save her; music became his solace. She advises Mr. Zheng to wait until his son has healed and can accept her into their lives before discussing marriage. Taking her advice to heart, Mr. Zheng impulsively proposes to Professor Guo.
She teases him for being too "macho" and trying to plan everyone's lives but reassures him she will consider marriage when the time is right. Meanwhile, Zheng Boxu has a meal with his sister, Fang Yiran. She reveals that the custom ring he ordered for Yang Zhenzhen, crafted from their mother’s remarkable diamond with a "Blue Flame" cut, is almost complete.
Zheng Boxu admits he hasn't confessed yet, wanting to win Yang Zhenzhen over with his charisma rather than her pity. He jokes about spending her money and planning to pay her back for a lifetime. He then returns home to confront his father. He calmly states that he views the loss of his apartment and credit cards as a life experience but criticizes his father for hurting Yang Zhenzhen.
Mr. Zheng dismisses his son’s current lifestyle as beneath them, but Zheng Boxu counters that these challenges have taught him commitment and brought him genuine happiness. He leaves after making it clear he will not abandon his chosen path or the woman he cares for. Elsewhere, Yu Zirui is under immense pressure for the upcoming competition. Insomnia is affecting his voice, particularly his high notes.
Learning of his struggles, Xia Yuan unexpectedly arrives at his home, announcing that she will take care of his daily needs so he can focus entirely on his music. When Yu Zirui says it is inappropriate for them to live together, Xia Yuan playfully challenges him, asking if he’s afraid she has ulterior motives.
