Episode Summary
In Episode 7, Dong Dalin reveals the land development plans to Grandpa Dong, exposing Dong Erlin’s deception. Tensions rise as Chen Ling teams up with Dong Yan to fight for a share of the demolition money. Legal battles unfold, but Grandpa Dong confirms the old house was gifted to Dalin, weakening their case. Despite winning, Dalin and his wife give the house back to the parents out of respect. The one-million-yuan compensation causes further family divisions, with Grandma Dong lamenting that money has brought nothing but trouble.
Spoiler Alert
Green Hills Are Home – Episode 7 Recap & Spoilers
Things are heating up fast in Green Hills Are Home, and Episode 7 is all about messy family drama, backstabbing siblings, and a whole lot of money that’s tearing the Dong family apart.
The Truth Bomb Drops
Just when Dong Erlin and his wife were about to finalize their plans, Dong Dalin suddenly blows the whole thing wide open. He spills the truth to their unsuspecting father—Grandpa Dong—and even whips out the land use plan to prove it. Grandpa Dong is shocked and humiliated, realizing he’s been played like a fiddle. He storms out and vents to his wife, Grandma Dong, who’s surprisingly upbeat: “Finally, some good karma!” But she’s crystal clear—that money stays with Dalin’s family. No negotiations.
Chen Ling’s Not Backing Down
Meanwhile, Chen Ling, the queen of petty scheming, isn’t about to let Dalin’s family enjoy that sweet demolition payout by themselves. So what does she do? She teams up with Dong Yan, Dalin’s sister, and rushes out with a plan.
Back at Dalin’s house, Grandma Dong warns her eldest son and daughter-in-law to be wary of Chen Ling. Feng Qiulan, Dalin’s wife, is ready to fight to the end. The trio starts dreaming big: bringing back villagers like Wang Binzi, Zheng Qiangzi, and Liu Hong to start a green farming business together. Hope, meet hustle.
A New Alliance Forms
Chen Ling plays it smart. She finds Dong Yan and casually drops the bomb: “The old house? Worth a million.” That’s all it takes. Dong Yan’s eyes light up, and she’s suddenly very interested in her “inheritance rights.” Together, they cook up a “good cop, bad cop” routine—Chen Ling will play hardball while Dong Yan pretends to be the reasonable one.
The next morning, Dong Erlin, Dong Yan, and their spouses show up at Dalin’s place. Grandma Dong, sensing trouble, rushes over with Grandpa Dong. Dong Yan throws legal shade, pointing out the house deed is still in their parents’ names. But Feng Qiulan is having none of it—she fires back that Dong Yan never cared about the parents until money got involved.
Lawyered... and Owned ⚖️
Erlin and Dong Yan take the parents back and plan to lawyer up. Grandpa Dong, now totally overwhelmed, goes along with it. Dalin, trying to keep the peace, offers to split the money into thirds. But then—plot twist—the siblings show up with a lawyer.
Just when it seems like Dalin might cave, he hits the lawyer with three simple questions that leave him speechless. Grandpa Dong finally sets the record straight: he voluntarily gave Dalin the old house. No tricks. No regrets. The lawyer admits—the house belongs to Dalin.
Family Ties Unravel
The Dong family is hanging by a thread. Grandma Dong sides with her eldest son, while Grandpa Dong is wracked with guilt. Dalin and Qiulan, worried their parents won’t be treated right at Erlin’s place, decide to return the house to them. In return, Grandpa Dong vows to give Dalin a ten-acre plot of land. The only problem? The contract wasn't signed by him—it was forged by Chen Ling. If things go south, she’ll have to cough it up.
The next day, Dalin’s family moves back home with help from Feng Dad and the whole neighborhood turns out to help. It’s a rare feel-good moment in an otherwise tense episode.
One Million Problems
The house gets demolished, and the million-yuan compensation lands in the grandparents' hands. But they refuse to stay with Erlin and instead move into He Chao’s humble tile-roofed home. Zhang Kun, concerned about their wellbeing, tries to talk some sense into Dong Yan about chasing money—but the couple can’t agree.
The Dong family is now a battlefield—brothers at odds, daughters-in-law feuding, and Grandma Dong staring at a bank card full of money like it’s a curse. Even Sis-in-law Feng, worried about her job, tries to cozy up to Chen Ling, who assures her she’s safe… for now.
Final Thoughts
Episode 7 gave us family betrayal, property wars, and emotional whiplash. With alliances shifting and hearts breaking, the Dong family saga is far from over. And with a million yuan at stake, you can bet the worst—or best—is yet to come.
Stay tuned. It’s about to get even messier.
