Unforgettable Love Episode 18 Recap
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After Qin Yiyue fainted from fright, a doctor confirmed that the snakes were not poisonous and she had simply been scared unconscious. He Qiaoyan teased her, asking how an adult could be so easily startled. Feeling embarrassed, Qin Yiyue told him to stop mocking her in front of everyone. He Qiaoyan then provocatively asked what she would say to him before dying if the snakes had been poisonous.
Qin Yiyue immediately declared her wish to terminate their contract and reclaim her reputation as a single woman. He Qiaoyan agreed, noting that the Parent-Child Day would end in six hours, after which their contract would be terminated as promised. Qin Yiyue, surprisingly, felt a pang of reluctance. Before leaving, He Qiaoyan told her she no longer needed to hide from him.
As Ning Fang waited to drive Qin Yiyue home, Poppet emerged, insisting that his mommy go with his daddy. Qin Yiyue explained that she needed to leave with Uncle Ning Fang for work, but Poppet was insistent. Left with little choice, Qin Yiyue took Poppet with her in Ning Fang's car. He Qiaoyan drove home alone, where memories of Qin Yiyue filled every corner of his house, making him realize his true desires.
Wen Gu visited He Qiaoyan, presenting a photo of a woman whose back strikingly resembled the "dream girl" He Qiaoyan had been searching for. However, He Qiaoyan found the image unfamiliar and realized that finding this dream girl no longer mattered; his motivation had shifted. Ning Fang called Qin Yiyue, planning to visit her with tickets for a concert. Meanwhile, Qin Yiyue was at home, feeding Poppet and playing with water guns.
A wave of sadness washed over her as she thought of He Qiaoyan. Just then, He Qiaoyan arrived, carrying a new contract. He explained that the previous contract was automatically terminated, and he wished to begin a "brand new partnership" with her. When Qin Yiyue found the contract too long to read, He Qiaoyan read it aloud, confessing that he had developed feelings for her beyond their professional arrangement.
He proposed they officially enter a romantic relationship, suggesting the contract could be extended indefinitely, perhaps for a lifetime, giving her a reason to stay by his side forever. Overcome with emotion, Qin Yiyue responded to his passionate kiss, and Poppet, delighted, celebrated their new beginning. Ning Fang soon arrived at Qin Yiyue's place.
He Qiaoyan, on his way out with Qin Yiyue and Poppet, intercepted him, announcing that he and Qin Yiyue were officially dating and advised Ning Fang to maintain a necessary distance. He Qiaoyan then informed Qin Yiyue that Ning Fang had come to tell her that her idol's concert was cancelled. Qin Yiyue, through the car window, thanked Ning Fang for his kindness, assuring him that it was fine even if she didn't attend the concert.
Ning Fang could only offer a bitter smile, realizing he was once again a step too late, as He Qiaoyan drove Qin Yiyue and Poppet home. Upon their return, He Qiaoyan showed Qin Yiyue her newly redecorated bedroom, which now featured a new television and a refrigerator stocked with her favorite snacks and face masks. Qin Yiyue was delighted and invited him to watch TV with her on the bed.
As they settled in, a romantic kissing scene played on screen, creating an awkward yet intimate atmosphere. He Qiaoyan teasingly offered to spoil the ending of the show, but Qin Yiyue declined, preferring to watch it herself. She then shyly leaned her head on his shoulder. Later, after Qin Yiyue had fallen asleep, He Qiaoyan gently returned to his own bed.
The next day, He Qiaoyan was in an unusually cheerful mood at work, even dancing in his office, much to the amusement of his staff, who described it as a "thousand-year iron tree blossoming." Similarly, Qin Yiyue was beaming at her studio, prompting Xiao'an to tease her about being struck by Cupid's arrow. Meanwhile, Lin Wei stormed into He Qiaoyan's office with her termination letter, asserting that her name combined with his would create a powerful alliance.
He Qiaoyan firmly told her to stop, stating that Qin Yiyue was his girlfriend and would be upset by such comments. He clarified that while marriage was about emotion and business about profit, he would not harm Lin Wei's interests, nor would he become her enemy. Lin Wei warned him that rejecting her was akin to rejecting the entire Lin family.
Later, He Qiaoyan called Qin Yiyue, asking her to come to the company to formally sign their "love contract" in front of his legal team. Qin Yiyue refused, insisting that she first needed to understand his "true feelings." Surrounded by his legal department, He Qiaoyan tried to express his emotions in a business-like manner, stating that he didn't want her to have similar "cooperation intentions" with anyone else. His secretary found his attempt amusing.
Qin Yiyue, wanting a more direct confession, dismissed the legal team, hoping he would speak from the heart. However, He Qiaoyan struggled to utter the words "I like you," prompting his secretary to whisper cues from behind. Frustrated by his inability to express himself clearly, Qin Yiyue announced she was suspending the signing of the contract. Meanwhile, Wen Gu intercepted Mr. Wang’s car, warning him to stay away from Yang Ruowei.
Mr. Wang complained that Ruowei’s brother had been harassing him at his company, even calling him "brother-in-law," which made him lose interest in Ruowei. Later, Ruowei confronted Wen Gu, implying that his rising heart rate monitor readings indicated his true feelings for her, but he dismissed it as merely a superior's concern for a subordinate. When he mentioned her brother, Ruowei became angry. Wen Gu subsequently sought out Qin Yiyue for information about Ruowei’s family.
Qin Yiyue revealed that Ruowei’s brother was jobless and constantly demanded money from her. She explained that Ruowei, despite her seemingly tough exterior, had never truly fallen in love and was always protecting herself. Qin Yiyue advised Wen Gu to abandon his "tricks" and genuinely protect Ruowei. Taking Qin Yiyue’s advice, Wen Gu suggested to He Qiaoyan, acting as his "love guru," that he plan a romantic date to express his feelings.
After researching "perfect dates," He Qiaoyan, with Qin Yiyue dressed up in a skirt and heels, took her to a fishing spot. Qin Yiyue was annoyed by the unconventional choice of venue and nearly stumbled, but He Qiaoyan quickly helped her with her shoes. He explained that a perfect date, according to his research, involved prolonged quiet time to foster emotional connection. When Qin Yiyue accidentally stumbles and falls into his arms, He Qiaoyan seizes the moment to kiss her, declaring, "The fish is on the hook."
