Episode Summary
In Episode 16, Dai Daji and Lin Chenxing’s secret relationship is exposed online, causing a major scandal. Flashbacks reveal how Dai Daji and Zhou Shui began their filmmaking journey under Lai Chaoyang’s mentorship. Tensions rise as career opportunities and personal sacrifices collide—especially when Lai chooses Dai Daji to attend the Berlin Film Festival instead of Zhou Shui. Meanwhile, Dai Daji cleverly navigates the media fallout with Chairman Zhang’s help, and Tong Leyi vents her anger in a hilariously destructive way.
Spoiler Alert
Episode 16 of Such a Good Love is a wild mix of scandal, ambition, heartbreak, and a little hammer-swinging rage. Buckle up, because this one takes us from paparazzi chaos to career breakthroughs—plus a messy public breakup that’s not really a breakup?
The Scandal That Broke the Internet
Su Zihao and Tong Leyi, forever the detective duo, are scrolling through Weibo when they notice a juicy clue in a photo. After some quick sleuthing, they realize: Dai Daji is dating superstar Lin Chenxing! And it’s not just speculation—paparazzi caught them together, and the photos went straight to the trending list. Fans swarm the company entrance, and Red (a higher-up at the company) storms in, furious, demanding answers from Dai Daji.
Flashback: Hustling on Set in 2011
Back in 2011, it's the start of autumn. Dai Daji and Zhou Shui are nobodies on set, handing out lunch boxes no one wants. Not letting good food go to waste, they treat themselves to a feast. But their team dissolves soon after, and Zhou Shui talks about quitting. Dai Daji, worried about survival, refuses to give up.
Then comes a turning point: Lai Chaoyang, their mentor and now boss, finds them sneaking lunch and invites them to the rooftop. He’s leaving their company to start his own and wants them to come along. He believes in their talent and dreams, offering better pay and a shot at something real. Hooked by the promise of making actual films, they both resign and take the leap.
New Chapters, Same Struggles
By winter, they’re filming again—this time under Lai Chaoyang’s wing. It’s not a movie, just a commercial, but the production value is way up. Dai Daji writes a scene with a train, and Lai Chaoyang literally gets them a train. Zhou Shui’s still adjusting to the pace, but Dai Daji’s unwavering support keeps him grounded.
Meanwhile, Su Zihao gets dragged to a blind date by his aunt, only to realize his match is his college classmate, Ya Tian. She once turned him down, but now that they’re both back in their hometown, she’s open to giving things a shot. Second chances, anyone?
Tong Leyi’s Quiet Battle
Not all battles are on set. Tong Leyi’s home life is a mess—her parents are constantly fighting, and she’s desperate to escape. Still, the team finishes their commercial, and despite it being "just an ad," it looks and feels like a real movie—client’s thrilled.
Afterwards, Lai Chaoyang takes Dai Daji and Zhou Shui out for dinner. Watching them fight for a dream reminds him of his own younger days, and he opens up about his journey. He casually asks when they’re planning to settle down.
Money, Marriage, and Miscommunication
Back home, Dai Daji and Zhou Shui are crunching numbers. Shen Jingshu is also juggling family burdens—she’s supporting her unreliable brother, and her partner Yaling hasn’t earned a dime in over a year. The couple vows to save up and get married next year.
In the middle of all that, Zhou Shui blurts out that maybe they should have a four-person wedding—yes, two couples, one ceremony. Dai Daji quickly reminds him he just told Lai Chaoyang he wants to "build a career before starting a family." Awkward.
Career Crossroads
Everyone’s cheering on Zhou Shui’s progress, but Lai Chaoyang pulls Dai Daji aside and asks her a tough question: what does she really want? For once, she doesn’t have an answer.
Fast forward to 2024: Red confronts Dai Daji again. She has to publicly deny her relationship with Lin Chenxing. Worse—Lin wants to break up through Red, who also demands Dai Daji step back from the project she helped create. Brutal.
But Dai Daji doesn’t give up. She thinks up a workaround: stage a paparazzi shot with Chairman Zhang, making it seem like the whole thing with Lin was a misunderstanding. Zhang, who’s harbored feelings for Dai Daji for years, is more than happy to help. The plan works. The scandal fades. The show goes on.
But Tong Leyi? She’s still pissed. To vent, Dai Daji rips the head off Lin Chenxing’s life-size cardboard cutout. Then, in an oddly cathartic scene, she and Tong Leyi smash his fan display to pieces with a hammer. Iconic.
The Berlin Bombshell
Meanwhile, Lai Chaoyang is prepping for the Berlin Film Festival and everyone assumes he’ll take Zhou Shui. Instead, he calls both of them to his office... and picks Dai Daji.
Turns out, with Zhou Shui being the company’s only director, someone has to stay behind to finish the current project. Zhou Shui tries to play it cool, but he’s clearly hurt. Dai Daji notices. Before she leaves, Zhou Shui gives her all his savings in euros, quietly supporting her in the only way he can.
Final Thoughts
Episode 16 is the emotional rollercoaster we didn’t know we needed. Love, betrayal, loyalty, sacrifice—it’s all here. Dai Daji’s journey from lunchbox girl to Berlin-bound producer is nothing short of inspiring, and the tension between career and love is hitting harder than ever. With the lines between personal and professional messily blurred, one thing’s clear: these characters are all in, heart and soul.
Let’s just hope next episode doesn’t involve more cardboard violence... or maybe let’s hope it does.
