Episode Summary
Ding Zhitong impresses her strict boss Deborah with her work ethic despite sabotage from a jealous colleague. She uncovers fraud just in time to save the company from a bad deal, earning a spot on a business trip. Meanwhile, Gan Yang suffers a professional setback but unexpectedly connects with a key industry figure who could turn things around. Tension brews as Xu Chenxi plots against Zhitong while secretly showing moments of concern.
Spoiler Alert
Episode 10 of Eat Run Love kicks off with some serious workplace drama, and let’s just say—people are not playing nice.
Deborah vs. Xu Chenxi: Tension from the Start
Deborah, a no-nonsense boss and a legend at her alma mater, is not having it with Xu Chenxi. In her eyes, Xu is basically a corporate mascot with zero substance. She even shows up after the meeting ends, which only fuels Deborah’s irritation. But thanks to some upper management nudging (and a reminder that Xu Chenxi has powerful connections), Deborah reluctantly agrees to keep her around—for now. She makes it crystal clear, though: if Xu crosses the line, she’s out.
Xu Chenxi’s Real Agenda
Meanwhile, Xu Chenxi is playing a deeper game. She’s using her family ties to transfer into the same company as Ding Zhitong—not to work with her, but to sabotage her and keep her away from Gan Yang. Yeah, this is not subtle. Xu arrives at the office fashionably late in her Porsche (because of course) and heads straight into Deborah’s office with Zhitong. The tension? Palpable. Deborah completely ignores Xu’s attempts at polite conversation, while giving Zhitong a stern reminder not to embarrass their shared alma mater.
Ding Zhitong Proves Herself
Once on the job, Ding Zhitong dives into work mode. Jia Fan hands her a mountain of department files to review, and she gets through them in record time—catching multiple errors along the way. Jia Fan, clearly threatened, tries to trip her up by withholding key compliance data. But Zhitong doesn’t flinch. She keeps working, impressing even the hard-to-please Deborah with her focus and diligence.
Meanwhile, Gan Yang Is in Trouble
Elsewhere, Gan Yang is dealing with a business setback. Investor Shu Chi publicly pulls out of their deal, claiming the shoe design is too expensive to produce. It's a major blow, and Gan tries to salvage the situation, but it’s a no-go. Still, he finds a moment to check on Zhitong, calling her during a late-night work session. She reassures him she’s doing fine—and even sees Deborah as a mentor who can help her grow. After they hang up, Gan goes for his usual night run, takes a photo of the stars, and sends it to her. Zhitong, exhausted, falls asleep at her desk—only to have Xu Chenxi quietly drape a jacket over her. (Yes, the same Xu who’s plotting against her. Complicated much?)
Zhitong Saves the Day
The next day, Zhitong discovers that the compliance data is still missing. Thanks to a helpful tip from Qin Yu, she learns that the elusive Han Tao in the finance department might have it. Han Tao isn’t exactly welcoming, but Feng Sheng steps in to mediate, and Zhitong finally gets what she needs. As it turns out, Feng also drops a bomb: Jia Fan has been sabotaging Zhitong out of insecurity—he’s stuck in a dead-end position and facing a possible layoff.
Later, a trip to the bank leads Zhitong to uncover a serious issue: a forged bank statement from a potential partner. She races back just in time to stop Deborah from closing a deal that could’ve cost the company big. Deborah, furious at Jia Fan, chews him out and praises Zhitong. As a result, Zhitong is invited to join Deborah on an important business trip. Major win.
Blossoming Careers, Lingering Feelings
Zhitong shares her good news with Gan Yang, who keeps his recent business failure to himself and instead cheers her on. He’s been giving away his athletic shoes to runners in exchange for feedback and, during a jog, ends up meeting a man who critiques his shoe design. Turns out, the man is a judge in a major shoe design competition. Talk about fate. Impressed, the judge—Dr. Chen—agrees to collaborate with Gan. Things are finally looking up on his end.
During the business trip, Zhitong continues to prove her worth, earning more respect from Deborah. Jia Fan, watching from the sidelines, starts to sweat.
Two Months Later: A Bittersweet Moment
Two months fly by. Zhitong, enjoying a rare moment of peace, snaps a photo of the clouds. She’s still grinding, still growing. At the same time, Gan Yang and Dr. Chen arrive in the same city for a business trip. In a twist of fate, they find themselves at the same train station as Zhitong. But the train is already pulling out. They catch a glimpse of each other from afar, unable to reunite, but clearly still thinking about one another.
Final Thoughts
Episode 10 delivers a satisfying mix of personal growth, corporate intrigue, and just enough romance to keep you wanting more. Ding Zhitong is climbing the ranks through sheer grit, while Gan Yang is quietly building a comeback. And Xu Chenxi? Still scheming, still stylish, still complicated. This show continues to blend ambition, rivalry, and heart in all the right ways.
