Episode Summary
Zhao Chuxi battles self-doubt and corporate sabotage after inheriting Sanjiang Group. With allies Furong and Song Qingci, he races to sway rebellious board members before a critical vote, reunites old friends (and flames), and survives a boardroom coup thanks to an unexpected ally.
Spoiler Alert
Zhao Chuxi is having a full-blown existential crisis. After inheriting Sanjiang Group, he tells Li Qingyi he feels unworthy of the empire her father left him. But Qingyi—cool as a cucumber—shuts that down fast: "This isn’t mine or yours; it’s ours." Her faith in Zhao’s ability to lead is rock-solid, and she jets back to Fenghuang Village, leaving our hero to wrestle with his new "responsibility" (cue ominous music).
Meanwhile, Zhao moves into Jian Ying’s villa but insists everything stays untouched—like a museum exhibit. When Furong (Jian’s fiercely loyal right-hand) asks what he needs, Zhao jokes about wanting a "Dubai royal’s $50 million supercar." Furong, unfazed, deadpans: "Make it a billion. You’re Jian’s chosen one." But the joke lands heavy—Zhao’s face tightens. The weight of Sanjiang’s throne just got real.
Boardroom Bombshell:
Furong drops the real tea: The board is plotting to oust Zhao in FIVE DAYS. Panic? Nah. Zhao pulls an all-nighter with Song Qingci, the board secretary. Bonding over shared orphan trauma (yep, both grew up parentless), Qingci reveals Jian Ying funded her education and career. Her loyalty? Unshakable. She’s Team Zhao all the way—and becomes his first ally.
Assembling the Avengers:
Zhao’s next move: Build a squad. He confides in Lin Sanwu, his ride-or-die friend, questioning if he’s cut out for corporate warfare. Sanwu hits him with the "Are you ready?" speech. Zhao’s reply? "Ready or not, I’m taking this shot." Sanwu then drops a surprise: His "stylish" martial arts master uncle, Zhou Yi, joins as Zhao’s bodyguard. (Cue airport scene with Zhou swaggering in like a K-drama CEO.)
Old Flames & Farm Boys:
In a rural subplot, Xu Lin—former big-shot turned lettuce farmer—gets a call from Zhao begging him to return to Sanjiang. But drama follows: At a teahouse, Xu reunites with Wen Qian, his long-lost love. Sparks fly… then fizzle as Wen bolts. Sanwu, lurking nearby, smirks: "So the teahouse lady’s your ex?" Xu, stunned by Sanwu’s glow-up (he’s no longer the chubby sidekick), gets roasted: "Told you—every fat guy’s a hidden hottie."
Boardroom Showdown:
Zhao’s team scrambles to sway key board members. First up: Chen Tao, a shark who demands "incentives." Zhao offers a sweet deal, but Chen plays hardball. Next, icy board member Mr. Du shuts down Zhao’s pitch cold. With allies scarce, the crew braces for disaster.
Plot Twist Alert!
At the vote, just as Furong and Zhao’s combined shares seem doomed… Mr. Du doesn’t raise his hand to oust Zhao. Cue collective gasps! Zhao survives the coup and appoints Xu Lin as executive director. Furong and Qingci exhale—but for how long?
Verdict: This episode serves corporate tension with a side of emotional gut-punches. Zhao’s scrappy underdog energy vs. the board’s cutthroat politics? We’re buckling up for the ride. Also, Lin Sanwu’s "glow-up era" needs its own spin-off. Mic drop.
