Early in the morning, Xu Jianming prepared breakfast with utmost care, leaving Li Meng pleasantly surprised. He spent the day accompanying her to her favorite sightseeing spots, overcoming his own fears to walk in the air with her, laughing and chatting along the way. Their misunderstandings and conflicts melted away, and they rekindled their love.
Wu Kaitong was preparing to leave Macau for the United States. Before her departure, she bid farewell to her parents, stating that while she couldn’t forgive them, they shouldn’t waste their time trying to repair their relationship either. In her view, there was no right or wrong between them. Instead, she suggested they start afresh as friends, respecting and cherishing one another, perhaps creating a better dynamic moving forward.
Soon after, Zhenqiang Ji hosted Xu Zhiqiang’s retirement party. Mai Youge, Wu Kaitong, and Chen Jiahui attended in person, joined by neighbors and friends who came to celebrate this special occasion. Xu Zhiqiang publicly thanked his long-time supporters, colleagues, and family, reflecting on his life’s work. He shared how he had often questioned what kept him going but ultimately realized it was the pursuit of a clear conscience—dedicating his life to one thing without regrets.
Yet, Xu Zhiqiang admitted he had regrets, especially about his eldest son, Xu Junhao. He acknowledged not spending enough time with him during his formative years and failing to provide fatherly care and support. Xu Junhao’s eyes filled with tears as he raised a trembling hand to toast with everyone present.
Meanwhile, as Han Junhao was en route to the airport to leave Macau, he suddenly asked his driver to turn back. Rushing to Chen Jiahui’s residence, he initially thought he wouldn’t get the chance to see her again. Luckily, Chen Jiahui returned home just as he arrived. Overjoyed, Han Junhao fulfilled his half-joking promise by giving her his trophy, and the two embraced on the street.
After Han Junhao left, Chen Jiahui noticed a matchbox he had left at her door, containing a note. Han Junhao explained that the matchbox, originally gifted by Chen Jiahui, had only three matches inside. The first match was used to wish for a race victory, and the second was to enter Chen Jiahui’s life. Both wishes had come true. Now, with only one match remaining, Han Junhao told her that whatever wish she made with it would undoubtedly come true.
On the day of Wei Shijie’s performance, Mrs. Lin attended to watch him. The performance went smoothly, culminating in Wei Shijie playing a self-composed piece, earning widespread acclaim. During a group photo session, Wei Shijie scanned the crowd for Wu Kaitong and noticed a bouquet with a handwritten card from her. Looking up, he saw her standing nearby, and the two exchanged smiles.
Xu Jiajia accompanied her mother, Tang Wei, to the airport. Observing how attentive Chen Shiyu was to Tang Wei, Xu Jiajia subtly encouraged her mother to embrace her feelings. While Chen Shiyu stepped away briefly, Tang Wei confided in Xu Jiajia that as one grows older, they learn that the more they cherish something, the more they must exercise restraint. After bidding farewell to Xu Jiajia, Tang Wei boarded the plane with Chen Shiyu by her side. Meanwhile, Mai Youge, having completed her promotional work, also headed to the airport. There, she coincidentally encountered Han Junhao. Although they noticed each other, they simply exchanged smiles without speaking.
After Xu Junle took over his father’s Zhenqiang Ji, he managed the small restaurant with great success. A year later, Mai Youge returned and ordered a bowl of “Mai Manfen.” Xu Junle revealed that he had visited Mai Youge’s hometown to uncover the essence of the soup, only to realize its true meaning lay in sincerity. Touched, Mai Youge smiled warmly.
In contrast, Chen Jiahui held a solo art exhibition in Macau titled “Sensory Paradise,” receiving widespread praise. Han Junhao attended the exhibition, waiting for Chen Jiahui’s arrival. When she appeared, the two embraced tightly in front of a painting. The artwork suggested that life has no definitive beginning or end, and every encounter could be a new beginning.
