Second Chance Romance Episode 28 (Ending) Recap
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At dinner, Tan Siting, looking haggard, tentatively offered Le some food. Encouraged by Feng Rui's subtle nod, Le accepted the offering and, in turn, placed some food on Siting's plate. Siting, gathering her courage, apologized to Le, asking him not to believe the widespread rumors and expressing regret for any hurt she may have caused him. Le reassured her, saying he knew the online stories were false and urged her to disregard those negative voices, prioritizing her own feelings instead.
Moved by his words, Siting looked at Feng Rui with tenderness and gratitude, believing Le’s wisdom was a testament to Feng Rui’s upbringing. Later, Feng Rui explained to Le that Siting's illness wasn't just physical; she needed to find happiness, and Le's actions had already helped her want to eat. He emphasized that Siting needed companionship and encouraged Le to continue being there for her, to which Le readily agreed, planning to visit after his school exams.
Meanwhile, Wen Peiyan successfully arranged a meeting for Feng Rui with "Cat Guy," the online blogger responsible for spreading misinformation. Feng Rui confronted the blogger, who admitted to "creative rewriting" for sensational content to gain traffic. Recording the confession, Feng Rui revealed his true purpose and warned Cat Guy that if he didn't immediately delete all defamatory articles and videos about Tan Siting, he would face legal action for slander.
Feng Rui stressed that Le should not be dragged into such matters and cautioned the blogger against repeating similar actions in the future. In a public livestream, Wang Shuhan confessed to fabricating and posting the online content about Tan Siting. She explained that her actions were driven by jealousy, a desire to fund her brother's investments, and to clear her own debts. She then directly apologized to Tan Siting and the public.
Hearing this, Siting reflected that she didn't hate Shuhan, but still felt deeply wounded by her betrayal, as Shuhan had been "so close to me." She vowed to overcome her pain on her own terms, without relying on others. As the negative publicity surrounding Tan Siting intensified, it began to affect Tianlu Company. The company's stock plummeted, and numerous orders were canceled.
Feng Rui's father informed him that Gao Hui's Alzheimer's disease was worsening; she had stopped coming to work and could only remember recent events by meticulously noting them down. He advised Feng Rui not to visit her, fearing it would upset her. Feng Rui, acknowledging the gravity of the situation, immediately contacted the public relations firm to schedule an emergency board meeting for the following morning.
During the meeting, it was formally announced that Gao Hui was no longer able to manage company affairs due to her health. Feng Rui stepped forward, taking on the role of Acting President of Tianlu Trade. He presented his vision for the company, outlining plans to leverage his brand-building experience, launch an online store, and integrate offline operations to boost revenue and lead Tianlu into a new era. He confidently assured the board that together, they could overcome the crisis.
Feng Rui then held a press conference to address the public and media. He condemned the false and defamatory online posts against Tianlu, clarifying that the incident involving his uncle, Gao Haotian, the former Vice President, was a tragic accident, a loss that continued to cause his family pain. He warned that any further spread of rumors or slander would be met with legal action to protect the company's rights.
When asked about Tan Siting, Feng Rui stated that their relationship was one of "free love." He acknowledged that they were young and immature in the past but had since grown to understand each other's importance. He firmly declared, "We will be fine and walk forward together," asserting that external opinions would not shake their resolve. He also dismissed allegations that his mother, Gao Hui, had bribed a friend to slander Tan Siting as "baseless claims."
At home, Tan Siting watched Feng Rui's strong and supportive stance at the press conference. Feeling fully supported and trusted, her spirits gradually lifted, and smiles returned to her face. Time passed quickly. Le graduated from elementary school. Feng Rui, wishing to spare his son the anxiety he experienced as a child, avoided asking about his grades. Le, in turn, expressed his wish for Tan Siting to join their future family dinners.
Feng Rui was genuinely happy, knowing his son had truly accepted her as a mother. Later, at a class reunion for Tan Siting, she and two good friends discussed their future ideals and aspirations, having all matured. Tan Siting and Feng Rui happily busied themselves grilling meat and serving cake to everyone.
Tan Siting later confided in Feng Rui her desire to travel to Hongyuan County in Sichuan's Aba Prefecture, a place her father cherished and had lived in for a long time. Her goal was to teach ballet to local ethnic minority girls, some of whom reminded her of Qu Zhen. She planned to embark on this journey alone for one to two years, and Feng Rui, understanding her aspirations, promised to wait for her.
A year later, life had settled into a new rhythm. Feng Rui was cooking a meal for his parents, filled with dishes they loved. Gao Hui's Alzheimer's had progressed; she often confused Feng Rui with her deceased husband, Haotian, and sometimes perceived him as a young boy. Feng Rui's father observed that, despite the illness, Gao Hui's temper had softened significantly, and she now constantly sought his presence, which he regarded as "happiness."
Meanwhile, Shuhan had opened her own clothing and brand bag store, finding joy and purpose in managing her business. One day, she saw her ex-boyfriend pass by her shop, laughing and talking with a new girlfriend. Though a brief pang of loss touched her, she quickly let it go, remembering that she had been the one to initiate their breakup. Wen Peiyan achieved a long-held dream, holding a successful piano recital.
Feng Rui and Le were among the proud audience members, celebrating her artistic triumph. In Hongyuan County, Tan Siting had found her calling. On the fresh air of the plateau, where clouds floated low, she quietly taught dance to ethnic minority children at Amu Township Primary School, aiming to inspire a brighter future. On weekends, Feng Rui and Le would visit her, cherishing their precious family time together.
When asked about her definition of happiness, Tan Siting thoughtfully concluded that it was about "cherishing every moment of satisfaction in life." She emphasized the importance of remaining "strong and brave" even when faced with hardships, believing that "time will eventually heal and compensate for all of life's regrets."
