Episode Summary
Dong Dalin secures partial financial support for his green farming project, convincing Grandpa Dong to back him after a heartfelt dinner orchestrated by Wang Zhiyuan. Meanwhile, Chen Ling plots to invest in a shady construction project and eyes Grandpa Dong’s compensation fund. Dong Erlin's affair with Hua’er deepens as he considers divorcing Chen Ling. Family tensions soften during a shared meal, rekindling sibling bonds and easing in-law conflicts. Grandma Dong proposes Feng Qiulan accompany the children to the city for school. Teen romance stirs between Dong Peng and Wang Wei, but he puts their future on hold until after college.
Spoiler Alert
The drama in Green Hills Are Home heats up in Episode 14, where family ties, romantic betrayals, and financial gambles all come crashing together in the small-town countryside — and no one’s walking away unchanged.
Money Moves & Family Politics
Big news: Lüfeng Company is ready to invest a whopping 8 million yuan in Dong Dalin’s green farming project — but there’s a catch. Dalin needs to pony up 2 million of his own. Wang Zhiyuan, ever the loyal friend, steps in and offers his entire 1 million loan quota to help. For the rest, he suggests Dong Dalin turn to the one person who’s always had the final say: Grandpa Dong.
Convincing Grandpa Dong isn't easy. He's still skeptical about green farming. So Wang Zhiyuan comes up with a plan — a dinner invitation. Turns out, a little flattery goes a long way. At the table, Wang praises Dalin and stresses how important this project is for the village. Grandpa Dong, clearly touched and proud, finally gives his full support. Mission accomplished.
Chen Ling’s Hustle & A Dangerous Bet
Meanwhile, Chen Ling is back in schemer mode. After waiting endlessly outside the exam hall, she meets with Ma San, who fills her in: Boss Lin’s construction project is about to launch. Convinced this is her ticket to big money, Chen Ling decides to invest — but she needs cash. Her eyes lock back onto Grandpa Dong’s compensation fund. She ropes in Feng Qiulan to help get her hands on it.
Affairs & Whispered Promises
Things are steamy — and messy — between Dong Erlin and Hua’er. Their secret affair is going strong, and Hua’er’s sweet talk (and fake affection) has Erlin wrapped around her finger. So much so that he’s actually considering divorcing Chen Ling. Uh-oh.
Sibling Bonds & Healing Wounds
There’s a touching moment outside the exam hall as Grandpa Dong chats with Feng Qiulan. She bumps into her older brother, Feng Gousheng, who offers her 6,000 yuan — his savings from some side gigs. Despite being moved, Qiulan refuses the money, knowing he’s also struggling to support his own kids. She tells Grandpa Dong about it, and even the old man admits Gousheng still has some heart.
Later, the family shares a meal. Qiulan thanks Grandpa Dong sincerely, and Gousheng’s genuine remorse helps mend their strained sibling bond. Even Chen Ling’s presence — and her effort — begins to thaw the icy tension between the sisters-in-law. Grandpa Dong watches it all with quiet satisfaction.
Grandma's Concerns, City Plans
Grandma Dong isn’t as calm. She hears Chen Ling bought an apartment in the city and plans to send Dong Xin to technical school — with Dong Erlin as his guardian. That doesn’t sit well. With Dong Peng also heading off to college, she doubts Erlin can handle both boys. Her solution? Send Feng Qiulan instead. She argues that Dong Xin listens to Qiulan the most. Dalin agrees. Another shift in the family dynamic is coming.
Spa Plans & Spilled Tea
Chen Ling originally wants to treat Qiulan to a spa day, but Qiulan, ever practical, insists on going back to the hotel. So instead, the two bond over face masks and family gossip. When Chen Ling mentions Jiang Menglian buying Dalin new clothes, she suspects something fishy — maybe even a rekindling of old flames. Qiulan puts on a brave face, but it clearly rattles her.
Teen Romance & Future Dreams
On the teenage front, Wang Wei offers Dong Peng a gift and confesses her feelings. But he gently turns her down, saying they should wait until after college. Wang Wei calls him a coward — but she’s still willing to wait. As Peng looks at the paper stars she folded for him, there’s a bittersweet smile on his face.
Later that night, Dalin and Qiulan discuss their son. Qiulan firmly insists that Dong Peng shouldn’t date during college. Dalin, meanwhile, brings up Grandma’s idea of her going to the city to help with the kids. The episode ends with that conversation hanging in the air — along with so many others.
Final Thoughts
Episode 14 is a perfect storm of ambition, manipulation, and quiet emotional reckonings. Whether it’s Chen Ling plotting her next move, Erlin toying with disaster, or Grandpa Dong softening toward his family, everyone’s walking a tightrope. And one misstep could change everything.
Stay tuned — because in Green Hills Are Home, the countryside may be peaceful, but the drama never is.
