Love Together (Trial Marriage) Episode 2 Recap
> Love Together (Trial Marriage) Recap
After enduring persistent journalists outside, Gu Lingse informed Ye Chengshu that she would be staying at his home for the night, and he directed her to a room on the first floor. Meanwhile, reporters outside speculated about their relationship, considering it a significant piece of news. Later, while Ye Chengshu was in the shower, he made a video call to Jiang Han, lamenting about how it felt to be a "kept man" due to Gu Lingse's strong capabilities.
Jiang Han jokingly suggested that since their relationship was publicly announced, Ye Chengshu should try to embrace the benefits of having a powerful woman take care of his troubles, even teasing him about being lazy and considering beautiful women "troublesome." Gu Lingse, who had been unable to open the first-floor bathroom door, overheard parts of the conversation. She then walked into Ye Chengshu's bathroom, startling him as he showered.
That night, a reporter informed Quan Zimo that Gu Lingse was spending the night at Ye Chengshu’s house. Furious, Quan Zimo demanded a hammer and smashed his computer, causing the call to end abruptly. The reporter decided against publishing the news, fearing Quan Zimo's reaction. Quan Zimo, seething, declared that Ye Chengshu was "playing with fire." The next morning, Gu Lingse, now dressed up, again rushed Ye Chengshu, who was still in the tub, to finish his shower.
She entered the bathroom and joked about his "good shape" and whether he harbored "presumptuous desires" for her. Later, Ye Chengshu spoke with Secretary Jin, who confirmed Gu Lingse had just left and warned him to be cautious of her, given Dingzhuang Group's aggressive acquisitions. Gu Lingse then reappeared and casually told Ye Chengshu to forget what had happened the previous night, to which he agreed.
She offered him instant noodles for breakfast, explaining he had no other food as he had just returned home. She also questioned him about his bodyguards, but he told her not to ask too many questions. Meanwhile, Quan Zimo directed his staff to move fireworks to the Gu family's beach, instructing them to surround the area and record everything, determined to remove Ye Chengshu from Gu Lingse's life.
He called Gu Lingse, who vaguely responded to his questions about her relationship with an "unknown guy," stating she had her reasons. Quan Zimo used the excuse of a "blown-up tire" to cover his plans from her. At the Future Group's shareholder meeting, Ye Chengshu formally arrived and was welcomed as the new Chairman. Jiang Wenbin made the official announcement, citing the growing threat from Dingzhuang Group and the need for new leadership.
Ye Chengshu introduced himself and immediately declared his intention to take charge of the Mulin County development project. This was met with skepticism, as the board recalled that Jiang Wenbin had decided to cancel it. Ye Chengshu explained later to Jiang Han that Mulin County was his father's homeland and spiritual home, and he would never abandon it. Disheartened by the opposition, Ye Chengshu confided in Jiang Han, who reaffirmed his support.
He then took Ye Chengshu to meet two senior executives, General Managers Zhang and Li, hoping to win their backing. However, the two managers, engrossed in books about feng shui, quickly dismissed any discussion of Mulin County, stating that Jiang Wenbin had explicitly forbidden them from getting involved. Afterward, Jiang Han called his father to argue on Ye Chengshu's behalf, but Jiang Wenbin remained firm in his opposition. Later, Gu Huaiheng received a call confirming Ye Chengshu's appointment as Chairman.
He summoned Gu Lingse and instructed her to bring Ye Chengshu to their home for dinner. Gu Lingse took the opportunity to ask her father to arrange for her to see her mother, which he agreed to. After she left, her stepmother complained about Gu Lingse, but Gu Huaiheng dismissed her. He revealed his plan to make Ye Chengshu realize that only he could save him from the Mulin County project's risks.
Gu Lingse arrived on her motorcycle to pick up Ye Chengshu, who commented that she looked "more beautiful from a distance" and suited the bike. She insisted he come to dinner with her father and first took him shopping for new clothes. Upon their arrival at the Gu home, Gu Lingse’s stepmother greeted them warmly, but Gu Peiya, her stepsister, made snide remarks about Gu Lingse "tempting men" and mistook Ye Chengshu for a "back-up."
Ye Chengshu observed people watching them during dinner, feeling like he was in a "prison," to which Gu Lingse replied she was used to it. Mistaking Gu Lingse's stepmother for a nanny, Ye Chengshu asked if she could cook at his house, prompting her to clarify her identity. Gu Lingse then introduced Ye Chengshu as the Chairman of Future Group, and Gu Peiya acknowledged he was "kind of handsome."
