Wenderella's Diary Episode 11 Recap
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Shan Liang found Wen Rou and, before she could confess what was on her mind, embraced her. He revealed that he had resolved the copyright issue by using the copyright certificate he registered for her to reclaim her designer signature and the copyright for her red dance shoes. Shan Liang also disclosed that he told Wen Yajun the truth about Wen Rou pouring water to save him years ago.
Relieved that no one else had heard this, Wen Rou playfully chided Shan Liang for acting behind her back, though she also expressed guilt over the method. Shan Liang, however, firmly stated his beloved was worth all his efforts. He acknowledged that it was hard for her to go against her conscience but thanked her for doing so, reassuring her that she was inherently kind and loving.
Later, Shan Liang's father unexpectedly arrived at their home, bringing Wen Rou's favorite pillow, without which she couldn't sleep, and ingredients for a hotpot. The three of them enjoyed a joyful hotpot meal together. Soon after, Shan Liang's father and Wen Yajun formally met. They exchanged pleasantries, each complimenting the other's child, though Shan Liang's father spoke with more genuine warmth than Wen Yajun.
Shan Liang's father boasted about how much Shan Liang doted on his wife and brought up the awkward incident where Wen Rou had an allergic reaction to Shan Liang's mother's silver earrings. To lighten the mood, he inquired about Wen Xin's boyfriend, only for Shan Liang to reveal she had broken up with him, making the conversation even more uncomfortable. Shan Liang's father then mentioned his small animals, and Cui Xuelan commented on Wen Xin's fondness for them.
However, Shan Liang's father quickly interjected, explaining that the family goose had sacrificed many feathers for Wen Rou's high-heeled shoe design, making the animal area unsuitable for visitors. He also mentioned Wen Rou's weekly visits to his villa to garden and cook. Wen Xin overheard Wen Rou bringing a stack of takeout boxes to the kitchen and stormed over to Shan Liang to expose Wen Rou's inability to cook.
To her surprise, Shan Liang was already aware of this fact, revealing that he was the one who cooked most meals at home, and he had even ordered the takeout himself. Shan Liang advised Wen Xin not to constantly target Wen Rou, reminding her that they were sisters. Unwilling to give up, Wen Xin called Shan Liang's father to expose Wen Rou's "secret."
Wen Rou immediately confessed, but instead of being angry, Shan Liang's father offered to teach her how to cook. Later, Shan Liang was taking photos of Wen Rou in a lavender field when Wen Xin approached them. Wen Xin confronted Shan Liang, asserting that she, not Wen Rou, was the one who saved him from being splashed with water eighteen years ago, implying that Wen Rou's kindness was merely an act.
Shan Liang, however, remained unwavering in his trust, taking Wen Rou's hand and confidently dismissing Wen Xin's claims. He stated that he would always believe his wife over Wen Xin and sarcastically remarked that Wen Xin and Su Ziguang were a perfect match. Feeling dejected, Wen Xin sought out Su Ziguang, expressing her confusion as to why both he and Shan Liang were so devoted to Wen Rou.
Su Ziguang quickly clarified that he was not "head over heels" for Wen Rou but merely felt a sense of debt toward her, adding that his romantic feelings were long gone. He explained that he met Wen Rou three years prior at a design competition he sponsored, which happened to be the first time Wen Rou had ever won against Wen Xin.
He admitted to being initially impressed by her online persona, which depicted her as beautiful, talented in piano, horse riding, and golf, and having a good sense of style, all suggesting a wealthy background. However, he soon discovered that many of these claims were exaggerated; she could only play one piano piece, and her shoe designs had never been mass-produced. The one seemingly "fake" detail that turned out to be true was her father owning a large shoe factory.
Wen Xin questioned why Shan Liang couldn't see through Wen Rou's facade as he could. Su Ziguang explained that Wen Rou had been honest with him about her embellishments but chose to keep Shan Liang in the dark, theorizing that Shan Liang, being genuinely naive, made their relationship work. That evening, Wen Xin arrived at Shan Liang and Wen Rou's house with gifts, claiming to apologize and wishing for peaceful coexistence between the sisters.
Observing a piano, Wen Xin, knowing Wen Rou's limited skills, suggested a duet. Wen Rou played one piece, but when Wen Xin asked for another, Wen Rou admitted she didn't know how. Wen Xin feigned surprise, revealing Wen Rou's secret. Shan Liang, however, found Wen Rou's honesty endearing, commenting on how "cute" she was and that one song was enough since they weren't professionals. He even admired her appearance while playing and asked to post a video of it.
Wen Xin silently acknowledged Shan Liang's profound love for Wen Rou. Later, Wen Xin tried to trip Wen Rou up with astronomy facts, asking about the number of moons Mars has. Wen Rou incorrectly listed four, but Shan Liang playfully covered for her, suggesting some moons might simply be undiscovered. Shan Liang then philosophized that some people, like distant stars, appear brilliant but are rough and dusty upon closer inspection.
Wen Xin's attempts to create discord continued, but Shan Liang remained devoted. As Wen Xin tried to get Wen Rou to eat unwashed fruit, Shan Liang stepped in to clean it. Wen Xin then mentioned her conversation with Su Ziguang, revealing that he had sponsored the competition Wen Rou won and suggesting a biased connection.
Shan Liang calmly countered that Su Ziguang was likely drawn to Wen Rou because of her victory, and if Wen Xin preferred to interpret it otherwise, she could. Wen Xin then dramatically asked if eating unwashed fruit would make her "sleep forever like Snow White," to which Wen Rou simply challenged her to try.
That night, Wen Rou reflected on Shan Liang's unwavering belief in her goodness, feeling immense happiness and realizing her happiness stemmed from his presence in her life. Meanwhile, at Shan Liang's company, a discussion arose about improving user satisfaction by developing objective algorithms and accurate client labels, moving beyond self-reported, often exaggerated, user data. Shan Liang assured his team that funding wouldn't be an issue, but they needed to find the right technology partner.
Wen Rou, engrossed in her phone while walking, excitedly informed Shan Liang that Liu Meng, a top-three international supermodel, had returned to the country. Although she didn't know Liu Meng personally, Wen Rou saw an opportunity. Knowing Liu Meng currently lacked a shoe endorsement in China, Wen Rou declared her determination to have Liu Meng wear Polimoda shoes, believing nothing was impossible.
Concurrently, Wen Yajun tasked Wen Xin with finding a celebrity endorser to boost Wanli's exposure among young people, suggesting Liu Meng as a suitable candidate for her street style debut. Wen Rou executed her plan: she "accidentally" spilled coffee on Liu Meng's shoes at the hotel entrance and offered a pair of Polimoda shoes as a replacement. Liu Meng, impressed by the design, agreed to wear them for her street photography.
Upon seeing photos of Liu Meng in Polimoda shoes, Wen Xin immediately informed Shan Liang, sending him commissioned pictures of Wen Rou spilling coffee, accusing her of hypocrisy. Shan Liang, upon receiving Wen Xin's message with the photos, dismissed her claims, noting that the sunglasses in the pictures were not Wen Rou's style. He then told Wen Xin (presumably via text or call) to stop her "nonsense." When Wen Rou arrived with afternoon tea, Shan Liang confronted her.
Wen Rou admitted her actions were a misguided attempt to get her work noticed. Shan Liang acknowledged her ambition but emphasized ethical means. Wen Rou promised to compete fairly in the future, and Shan Liang seemingly forgave her. Later, Wen Xin met Liu Meng's stylist. The stylist apologized for the coffee incident, and Wen Xin subtly implied that unforeseen circumstances sometimes derail even the best-laid plans.
She then informed the stylist that her sister, Wen Rou, was also a shoe designer and asked if she could submit a design for an upcoming fashion event where Liu Meng would need a special pair of shoes. The stylist agreed but stressed that Liu Meng could only choose one pair, and many brands would be competing.
Separately, Wen Rou also met with Liu Meng's stylist, who conveyed Liu Meng's satisfaction with Polimoda shoes and inquired if Polimoda could design a custom "mermaid style" shoe to complement a haute couture gown for the upcoming event. Wen Rou eagerly accepted, understanding the intense competition involved. Seeking inspiration, Wen Rou visited an aquarium with her assistant, who reminded her of the six brands vying for the opportunity.
Wen Rou, however, was resolute in winning this time, expressing her determination to defeat Wen Xin fair and square after past attempts by Wen Xin to tarnish her reputation. Later, as Wen Rou finished a live stream promoting earrings, Shan Liang returned home. He playfully asked her why she always played the same piano piece. Wen Rou smiled, replying that it was her favorite, "just like you." She then asked if he truly liked the earrings she had promoted.
