The Demon Master Episode 40 Recap
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An Chuxia was deeply moved to discover that Han Qilu had been the one silently protecting her. Despite her feelings, she refused him with a heavy heart, stating she was leaving. Han Qilu assured her that his Grandma had already left the country for business, meaning no one could now stop her from being with him.
However, An Chuxia insisted that she had made a promise to his Grandma that he would return to take over the family business, and she believed in keeping her word. Han Qilu challenged her, asking if she truly agreed with his Grandma's wishes. He then gently explained that their relationship was personal and that they should face difficulties together rather than flee from them.
He expressed his understanding of his Grandma's worries but believed they could make her understand if they worked together. Han Qilu then embraced An Chuxia, resolving her doubts and bringing them back together. During dinner, Han Qilu's mother, whom An Chuxia affectionately called Yuan Yuan, enthusiastically welcomed An Chuxia back home. She mentioned An Chuxia's struggles while living outside and had a nourishing herbal soup prepared for her.
Han Qilu's mother then publicly announced that Han Qilu would be going abroad for a few years of further study after graduation, pointedly adding that this would mean a long-distance relationship for him and An Chuxia. Han Qilu was unsure about going abroad, but An Chuxia, though feeling disheartened, encouraged him to pursue his studies, saying, "You are so outstanding. Of course you should go abroad for further study."
Han Qilu expressed his reluctance to leave her, but An Chuxia reassured him, saying it didn't mean he wouldn't return. As graduation season approached, a teacher addressed the students, urging them to thoughtfully plan their futures, whether through internships or further study abroad. Afterward, the students discussed the renowned Jueshe wedding dress studio. Bai Qiuzi asked An Chuxia about her application to Jueshe.
An Chuxia expressed her lack of confidence, explaining that the studio was internationally famous and typically only accepted interns who had studied at prestigious foreign universities, making her feel that she "can't make it." While the teacher was out, Qin Qing dramatically announced that she would be applying to the same research institute in the UK as Han Qilu. She declared that for love, one must pursue it "no matter how far it is," which clearly angered An Chuxia.
While Feng Shao and Bai Qiuzi were practicing, Feng Shao accidentally injured An Chuxia's shoulder. Seizing the opportunity, An Chuxia pressured Feng Shao, playfully telling him not to "even think about slipping away" when he apologized profusely. She then "demanded" that he enter the Sanda competition and use the prize money to buy her a gift as compensation, rejecting his offer of a food stall treat. Despite Feng Shao's dramatic reluctance, he eventually agreed, much to An Chuxia's delight.
Her true intention was to create a chance for Feng Shao and Bai Qiuzi to spend more time together. An Chuxia and Han Qilu discussed their post-graduation plans. An Chuxia revealed she heard that Qin Qing would be attending the same university as Han Qilu abroad. Han Qilu initially considered abandoning his study abroad plans to avoid any awkwardness, but An Chuxia urged him not to give up the opportunity, having researched that the university's astronomy program was exceptional.
Han Qilu then proposed that An Chuxia accompany him abroad, but she remained undecided, simply stating, "Don't worry. We'll find a way." An Chuxia attended an interview at Jueshe wedding dress shop, finding the establishment far more luxurious and the models even more beautiful than she had imagined. She later shared with Han Qilu that she had successfully secured an internship opportunity there, and he was very happy for her.
To her surprise, An Chuxia then received a notice from Jueshe informing her that she was to start immediately as the CEO's assistant, a position she had not even interviewed for. Bai Qiuzi suspected there was some "shady deal" involved, but An Chuxia dismissed the idea. Meanwhile, Qin Qing used the broadcasting room to publicly declare her feelings for Han Qilu, dedicating "It's You I Love" by Leehom Wang to him.
However, her romantic gesture was ruined by Li Shendong, who comically interrupted her with a re-written, off-key version of the song, making fun of body fat. An Chuxia later called Han Qilu to share her surprising promotion to CEO assistant, to which he playfully questioned her getting promoted without prior work experience. Although Han Qilu seemed indifferent when An Chuxia told him about becoming the CEO assistant, he secretly sought out Li Shendong to inquire about the Jueshe company's CEO.
Qin Qing, who was rehearsing for her play "Intrigue And Love," interjected, offering to provide information. She described the CEO as "young and talented, very successful, has the face of an angel, and the body of the devil," adding that he had founded his own fashion brand while studying abroad, appeared on the China Rich List, and recently returned to take over his family business.
When Han Qilu pressed her for more details, Qin Qing made a condition: he had to fix her broken speaker. Li Shendong tried to dissuade Han Qilu with the proverb "slow work makes fine products," implying it would take time, but Han Qilu effortlessly fixed the speaker in moments, noting the "not bad" sound quality. Han Qilu's mother hosted a farewell party for him before he departed for his studies abroad, gently hinting at the challenges of a long-distance relationship.
Guests presented their gifts; Qin Qing offered a specially made heart-shaped cake, while An Chuxia gave him a star puzzle. When Han Qilu completed the puzzle, he was deeply touched to find it formed a photograph of him and An Chuxia. An Chuxia had planned to see him off at the airport, but she received an urgent work assignment from Jueshe Group. Consequently, Qin Qing and Li Shendong ended up accompanying Han Qilu to the airport.
While there, Qin Qing revealed unsettling rumors about the Jueshe CEO to Han Qilu: he was a "lady-killer," rumored to have ambiguous relationships with all his female assistants, and even faced allegations of sexual harassment. Hearing this, a distraught Han Qilu immediately abandoned his airport plans and rushed to the Jueshe Group to find An Chuxia. Unbeknownst to Han Qilu, An Chuxia was already at the Jueshe Group headquarters.
Following the CEO's instructions, an employee had escorted her to a room, instructing her to "shower and get changed" and "dress herself first" as her role as CEO's assistant involved business trips. Later, An Chuxia met Mr. Qin, the CEO, wearing one of the beautiful wedding dresses from the group's collection. Mr. Qin praised her designs for their vitality and considered having her participate in a wedding dress competition.
Noticing that the zipper on her wedding dress was undone at the back, Mr. Qin offered, "Let me help you," and proceeded to zip it up. At that exact moment, Han Qilu, having rushed from the airport, arrived and witnessed the scene, leading to an immediate misunderstanding.
