Way Back Into Love Episode 8 Recap
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Lu Jia grew increasingly suspicious of Xu Jiaxiu's quick acceptance of her resignation and his urging her to leave, believing he must have known in advance about the issues with Intimate Index. Instead of going to a spa as suggested by a friend, she asked her driver to take her to the pioneer park.
Arriving at Voya, Lu Jia found her colleagues in a chaotic state, overwhelmed by calls from clients and netizens, many of whom were confused about the company's name, Voya, often mistaking it for "Wode." She immediately confronted Xu Jiaxiu, demanding to know why Intimate Index was removed. He explained that the app's rapid user growth far exceeded their and the platform's expectations, leading to an unforeseen social impact and a crisis of trust among users.
To prevent an uncontrollable situation, the platform had to suspend the service. Lu Jia, as the project proposer, offered to take partial responsibility for any compensation. However, Xu Jiaxiu firmly stated that she had already resigned and was not involved in the matter, asserting that as the approver and person in charge, he would take full responsibility. He then left for an appointment, suggesting it was not a big deal and could be handled by paying an indemnity.
Xu Jiaxiu headed to meet with the platform supervisors, and Ye Angyang insisted on accompanying him. Ye Angyang declared that as a company partner, he would face the criticism alongside Xu Jiaxiu. Outside the company, Lu Jia encountered Zhou Yunbo, who remarked on her fortunate timing in resigning before the crisis, implying she knew something. Lu Jia, however, denied prior knowledge, stating Xu Jiaxiu claimed it was just a fine.
Flattered by her request for his expertise, Zhou Yunbo explained the "two-edged sword" nature of Intimate Index: while it initially brought Voya significant profit and users, its negative impact on relationships, causing suspicion and conflict among couples, led to numerous complaints. The platform, fearing escalating issues, ordered its removal. He warned that if Voya mishandled the aftermath, they could be blacklisted, potentially leading to the company's shutdown.
He suggested Xu Jiaxiu's calm demeanor was either a facade or an attempt to shield Lu Jia. Zhou Yunbo then quickly excused himself for his own urgent appointment. At the platform meeting, Xu Jiaxiu and Ye Angyang endured a severe reprimand from the leaders, who accused them of being irresponsible and solely focused on immediate profit, neglecting corporate social responsibility. After a tense exchange, Xu Jiaxiu humbly accepted the criticism and agreed to pay compensation, resolving the immediate crisis.
Afterward, a parched Xu Jiaxiu and Ye Angyang quickly rehydrated, with Ye Angyang acknowledging Xu Jiaxiu's ability to resolve issues with money while lamenting the project's brief success. Lu Jia returned to Voya, confronting Xu Jiaxiu again. She meticulously calculated her share of the indemnity, determining she owed Voya 64,098 yuan after deducting her project bonus. She proposed paying in installments, admitting she was currently unemployed and financially tight.
Xu Jiaxiu initially rejected installments, prompting Ye Angyang to accuse him of being unreasonable. Xu Jiaxiu then revealed his intention to rehire Lu Jia, offering to reduce her debt to 60,000 yuan as an incentive. After some consideration, Lu Jia reluctantly accepted the offer. On her first day back, Lu Jia half-expected to face her colleagues' resentment for the Intimate Index debacle.
Instead, she was touched to find the office walls adorned with welcoming and encouraging sticky notes from them, with Xu Jiaxiu also leaving a reminder about the onboarding process. Xu Jiaxiu then led a brief but warm welcome-back ceremony. Ye Angyang shared the good news: Xu Jiaxiu had secured a patent for Intimate Index's core algorithm and attracted new investment, marking Voya's entry into an exciting new phase.
The team, including Lu Jia, erupted in cheers, happy that Voya didn't go broke. After signing her new employment contract, Lu Jia reflected on the situation. She suddenly realized that with a patent and new investment, Intimate Index was far from a total loss and might even be profitable. This meant she likely didn't owe any money, concluding that Xu Jiaxiu had tricked her out of 60,000 yuan.
During a team meeting, Xu Jiaxiu lightened the mood by asking everyone to share their first love stories. Lu Jia humorously claimed hers was a "cute, well-behaved" boy with a "charming mole" from kindergarten. Xu Jiaxiu eventually shared that his first crush was in high school, leading Lu Jia to speculate it was Yang Shanni.
Shifting to business, Xu Jiaxiu announced that Voya would transition to a model primarily focused on independent R&D, leveraging Intimate Index's core algorithm in all future projects. He called for a brainstorming session on the product planning and development direction for their new app, instructing everyone to share their ideas with him and Janice. After the meeting, Xu Jiaxiu summoned Janice, a typically tomboyish and direct individual.
He unexpectedly advised her to act more femininely and even suggested she "try to wear a dress," reminding her of her feminine given name, Lin Jiaojiao. Although he quickly dismissed his suggestions, Janice was bewildered and later confided in colleagues and then Lu Jia, wondering if Xu Jiaxiu was romantically interested in her. However, Lu Jia, rushing home for her father's dinner, couldn't stay to hear the full story.
At home, while eating, Lu Jia playfully probed her father about his relationship with Wen Ting, hinting at a previous incident where Ms. Jiang mended his pants. Her father, however, skillfully dodged her questions. Later, Lu Jia went for a walk at her old high school, reminiscing about being a student. She soon encountered Mr. Zhang, her former teacher, who immediately enlisted her help to test new math papers. To her surprise, Xu Jiaxiu was also there, assisting Mr. Zhang.
When a student approached with a difficult math problem, Lu Jia confidently offered to help but quickly got stuck. Xu Jiaxiu stepped in, taking her hand to guide her through the solution on the blackboard. Mesmerized by his focused expression in the fading light, Lu Jia spontaneously flirted with him, calling him "so handsome." He curtly told her to focus on the test.
After completing the test papers, Mr. Zhang thanked them and instructed Xu Jiaxiu to ensure Lu Jia got home safely. Xu Jiaxiu escorted her downstairs. Lu Jia thanked him for helping her out, but he replied he was just completing Mr. Zhang's task and didn't want to delay the teacher. She remarked that he was a "good student" and "good boss," saying goodbye. Not long after Lu Jia entered her home, Xu Jiaxiu arrived at her doorstep, laden with health supplements, and was warmly welcomed by her father, Director Lu.
