Timeless Love Episode 17 Recap
> Timeless Love Recap
Lian Ruoshen faced potential expulsion from Linxi University due to his trending online "dirt" and excessive absences. When confronted by Pei Xiaoyun, he expressed frustration that she doubted his abilities and thought his success was merely luck. Pei Xiaoyun suggested he was not suited for the entertainment industry and should return to his studies.
He firmly stated he was "not cut out for" studying and intended to drop out, adding defiantly, "The more you look down on me, the more I have to prove myself." Later, Lian Ruoshen was found heavily drinking at a bar by Li Zikun, lamenting about Pei Xiaoyun's dismissal of his talent. Li Zikun advised him that while it was fine not to respect individuals like Zhou Yao, he shouldn't direct his anger at diligent staff.
Dai Baoling arrived and urged Lian Ruoshen to sober up so they could approach Pei Xiaoyun, as he was on the verge of expulsion. In their meeting, Pei Xiaoyun explained to Dai Baoling the school's intention to expel Lian Ruoshen due to his frequent truancy and negative public image. Dai Baoling proposed appealing for a suspension instead, allowing him to return once the situation stabilized, emphasizing that his student status and studies were paramount.
However, Pei Xiaoyun suggested Lian Ruoshen should "step away from showbiz," return to college, and pursue a stable career. Lian Ruoshen angrily questioned her authority to make decisions for him, reaffirming his resolve to take a suspension to pursue his dreams and avoid a life of regret. Dai Baoling supported his right as an adult to make his own choices and assume responsibility, asking Pei Xiaoyun to respect his decision and facilitate the suspension process.
After an event, Dai Baoling accompanied Lian Ruoshen to Linxi University to finalize his suspension. Pei Xiaoyun reiterated her concerns, asking if he was certain about the implications of his decision. Lian Ruoshen confirmed his resolve. As he signed the application, he shared that his signature, specially designed by his father for his aspiring star career and practiced for years, represented his most enduring persistence. Pei Xiaoyun then took over to complete the remaining procedures.
Outside the school, Dai Baoling gave him a final chance to reconsider, but Lian Ruoshen cheerfully responded that he couldn't be happier, finally freed from the monotony of books. On the opening day of Cheng Feng's dance studio, Jiang Dian playfully tried to keep her from getting ready, expressing a desire to "hide her away" and keep her exclusively for himself. He volunteered to do her makeup, and they shared a tender, playful moment as they got ready together.
Their sweet interaction was interrupted by the arrival of Jiang Dian's mother, Chen Huiyun. Chen Huiyun immediately disapproved of Jiang Dian's appearance, calling his hair clip an "eyesore" and accusing him of becoming "sleazy" since he started dating Cheng Feng. Jiang Dian retorted that he was simply becoming the person he wanted to be.
Chen Huiyun shifted the conversation to the company's stocks, bringing up Jiang Dian's father's attempts to manipulate him and showing Jiang Dian a photo of his father's mistress. She claimed she had always protected Jiang Dian from "dirty deeds" and that everything she did, including his business education and her disapproval of Cheng Feng, was for his benefit, urging him to side with her. Jiang Dian, visibly agitated, accused both his parents of feigning concern while solely seeking personal gain.
He declared his disinterest in the stocks and pleaded with his mother to stop interfering with his life. Chen Huiyun, infuriated, asserted her sacrifices were for him, but Jiang Dian dismissed her claims as mere excuses for her unwillingness to accept being betrayed. As Chen Huiyun raised her hand to strike Jiang Dian, Cheng Feng intervened, urging them to calmly resolve their differences. Chen Huiyun then blamed Cheng Feng for Jiang Dian's rebellious behavior and ordered her to leave.
After Chen Huiyun departed, Cheng Feng comforted a distraught Jiang Dian, reaffirming her complete acceptance of him and encouraging him to share his past traumas. Jiang Dian revealed his lonely childhood, recounting how his wealthy parents neglected him.
He recalled a time when, suffering from a high fever, he called his mother, who, preoccupied with a meeting, coldly said she would call an ambulance for him and told him to stop bothering her, leading him to never seek her help again. He also shared a memory of being bullied as a child, finding solace in a park where he met an older girl.
This girl advised him to fight back if bullied, stating that crying was useless and continuous bullying would result otherwise. Cheng Feng then confessed that she was the very sister who had comforted him in the park years ago, emphasizing their "predestined" connection and assuring him that she truly cared for him. Jiang Dian reflected that all their serendipitous encounters might indeed be predestined.
Later, during a dance class, a student jokingly complained to Cheng Feng about Jiang Dian's intimidating glares, claiming he transformed from furious to gentle whenever Cheng Feng looked his way. Cheng Feng confronted Jiang Dian, who explained the student resembled someone who had bullied him as a child. Cheng Feng teased him about holding grudges, while Jiang Dian playfully demanded "compensation" for her past teasing.
Back home, while trying on dresses for the upcoming anniversary celebration, Cheng Feng reaffirmed her intention to attend to secure resources for her dance studio. Jiang Dian, still reluctant for her to go, settled on a dress he liked, and their conversation escalated into flirtatious banter. Meanwhile, at a media event, Lian Ruoshen and Zhou Yao publicly feigned camaraderie.
During a staged incident where a male fan passionately rushed Zhou Yao, Lian Ruoshen intervened, subtly informing Zhou Yao that the "fan" was orchestrated by their boss. Backstage, Zhou Yao expressed his annoyance to Pang Ting about the male fan, but Pang Ting dismissed his concerns, explaining it was DK's idea for impactful publicity. Separately, Chen Huiyun met with Zhou Yao.
She demonstrated her detailed knowledge of his career, from his past as a top idol to his current struggles with dwindling resources and efforts to rebrand himself. Zhou Yao attempted to portray himself as a sincere individual, claiming to wish Cheng Feng happiness despite their past.
Chen Huiyun, however, exposed his hypocrisy, revealing she knew he had plagiarized Cheng Feng's dance when Cheng Feng was grieving her mother and that he had used Pang Ting for career advancement while still dating Cheng Feng. She offered Zhou Yao substantial resources in exchange for him using any means to separate Cheng Feng from Jiang Dian. Zhou Yao readily accepted the deal.
Concurrently, Pang Ting subtly warned Dai Baoling against bringing Cheng Feng to the Royal Entertainment Anniversary, fearing it would displease the boss. Dai Baoling, defiant, declared she would bring Cheng Feng, promising they would "amaze them all." At the Royal Entertainment Anniversary, Dai Baoling introduced Cheng Feng to various industry figures. Pang Ting observed Mr. Wu, a music producer from Starry Entertainment, take a keen interest in Cheng Feng and, seizing the opportunity, discreetly made a deal with him.
An Yin, disguised as a waitress under Pang Ting's instruction, attempted to serve Cheng Feng a spiked drink. However, Mr. Wu intervened, engaging Cheng Feng in conversation and expressing interest in future collaborations. When Cheng Feng's phone rang, Mr. Wu politely encouraged her to answer, inadvertently disrupting An Yin's plan. As Cheng Feng excused herself to take the call, An Yin apologetically offered Mr. Wu another drink, presumably the one originally intended for Cheng Feng.
