Adrian Chou, VP of Hinton Group, attempts to meet Mr. An (revealed to be Ethan Johnson) to discuss AI pricing legitimacy but is blocked by Mr. Cox, who insists no one from Hinton Group is allowed near Johnson.Will Adrian find another way to reach Ethan Johnson, or will the Hinton Group's proposal remain ignored?

Claire Hinton is desperately searching for Ethan Johnson, who was last seen at the airport picking up Anna. Despite doubts from her associates, she insists on checking Hinton hotels, revealing her deep regret over their past. Meanwhile, tensions rise as the Hinton Group faces rejection from the Vale Group, and Claire is urged to personally apologize to Mr. An to salvage their chances.Will Claire find Ethan and mend their broken past, or will her pride cost the Hinton Group everything?

Claire Hinton, still deeply in love with Ethan Johnson after five years, faces immense pressure from her family to abandon her feelings and reconcile with Mr. An to save the Hinton Group, despite her mother's emotional blackmail.Will Claire choose to follow her heart or succumb to her family's demands?

Serena assures her father she's safe with Ethan, who is warmly welcomed by her dad, sparking playful banter about their relationship status.Will Ethan and Serena's relationship evolve beyond friendship?

Claire Hinton, the CEO of Hinton Group, confronts Mr. An, the CEO of Vale Group, revealing his real last name is Johnson—the same as her fiancé's. She presents a proposal for AI development, seeking his collaboration, while tensions rise over her apparent attempt to get close to him.Will Mr. Johnson consider Claire's proposal, or will their past connections complicate their business dealings?

Ethan's colleague Serena discovers a proposal from the Hinton Group, which Ethan dismisses as old news, hinting at a buried history with Claire Hinton. Serena's curiosity grows as she learns even close associates know nothing about Ethan's past with Claire, leading her to arrange a meeting with the Hinton Group to uncover the truth.Will confronting Claire Hinton finally force Ethan to face his past and reveal the real reason behind his distance all these years?

Claire fails to meet Mr. An, jeopardizing the Hinton Group's future, but reveals she gave Ethan's seven-year-old proposal to him, hoping it might change Mr. An's mind. Her mother dismisses Ethan as a loser, but Claire defends him, highlighting how his old proposal accurately predicted today's market. The tension escalates until a call from Mr. Johnson's assistant invites the Hinton Group to an AI seminar, offering a potential lifeline.Will Ethan's old proposal be enough to save the Hinton Group?

The Hinton Group receives an unexpected invitation to an AI seminar from Vale Group, sparking a debate over who deserves credit—Adrian claims it's due to his flawless proposal, while others hint at Ethan's influence. The family sees this as a chance to rise again in Jindora's elite, but underlying tensions and past incidents with Mr. Johnson linger.Will their apology to Mr. Johnson secure the deal, or will hidden truths about Ethan's role come to light?

Serena insists on attending the AI Summit as Ethan's date, determined to impress the influential attendees and prevent any potential romantic rivals, despite Ethan's initial reluctance.Will Serena's bold move at the AI Summit bring them closer or create unexpected complications?

Ethan is called in to help Serena with a stuck zipper, leading to an awkward and tense moment between them as they navigate the close proximity and unexpected physical contact.Will this unexpected closeness between Ethan and Serena spark old feelings or create new tensions?

Ethan's younger sister, Ellie, accidentally walks in on him and Serena in a compromising moment, leading to an awkward but heartfelt conversation about Ethan's unresolved feelings and past relationships.Will Ethan finally confront his feelings for Serena and move on from his toxic past?

The episode showcases a heated exchange between siblings, revealing unresolved childhood issues and the pressure to maintain appearances for the sake of business. Meanwhile, Claire confronts her estranged partner about their loveless marriage, hinting at deeper corporate manipulations involving Adrian and the Hinton Group's stability.Will Claire's defiance against her family's expectations lead to the exposure of Adrian's true intentions?

Adrian Chou receives a prestigious VIP invitation from Mr. An, sparking envy and admiration among his colleagues, while Ethan Johnson's past decisions come back to haunt him as the Hinton Group faces scrutiny at the high-profile event.Will Ethan Johnson reclaim his lost glory or will Adrian Chou solidify his rising status at Mr. An's forum?

At the AI Summit, a small-time enterprise, the Hinton Group, surprises everyone by presenting a VIP invitation allegedly issued by the influential Mr. An. Skepticism arises among attendees, including industry heavyweight Leo Lynn, who questions the authenticity of the invitation. Tensions escalate as accusations of forgery and theft fly, challenging the group's credibility and motives.Will the Hinton Group prove their legitimacy and the true origin of their VIP invitation?

At an AI conference, a small company faces accusations of stealing a VIP invitation and presenting a worthless proposal, leading to a heated confrontation with security.Will Mr. An's arrival reveal the truth behind the disputed invitation?

Claire Hinton presents a groundbreaking proposal that shocks the CEOs, only to discover it was originally written by Ethan Johnson seven years ago, revealing his hidden brilliance and sparking tension about his past and future impact.Will Ethan Johnson's past work change Claire's perception of him and the Hinton Group's fate?

Ethan Johnson is accused of plagiarizing a proposal from the Vale Group, leading to a heated confrontation where Claire Hinton defends him, revealing the proposal was actually developed seven years ago but dismissed as unrealistic at the time.Will Ethan be able to prove his innocence and reclaim his reputation?

Ethan Johnson returns unexpectedly, sparking tension as he's accused of stealing from Vale Group and causing trouble for Hinton Group. Adrian Chou confronts him publicly, alleging plagiarism and theft of trade secrets, while Ethan hints at a deeper past conflict.Will Ethan expose the truth behind his sudden return and the accusations against him?

Ethan Johnson is accused of plagiarizing a project proposal from the Vale Group, with the Hinton Group distancing themselves to avoid backlash, leaving Ethan to face potential industry blacklisting alone.Will Ethan be able to prove his innocence against the powerful Vale Group?

Ethan Johnson confronts Claire Hinton about her betrayal and the plagiarism scandal that has blacklisted him from the industry, revealing her true intentions and ending any lingering hopes of reconciliation.Will Ethan find a way to reclaim his reputation and dignity after this devastating confrontation?