Smile Code Episode 5 Recap, Plot

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Leila returned home to relentless criticism from her mother. Before meeting that man, she hadn’t known he was married; she had been a victim herself. Yet her family felt disgraced and reprimanded her, while the online abuse became too much to bear. Leila’s mother, controlling and obsessive, pressured Leila to follow her demands. She felt she couldn’t lose another daughter, as one was already gone, so she became determined to protect this daughter no matter what.

Gu Yi looked over the design drafts and felt overwhelmed as she tried to work with her colleagues on revisions. Xu Guanrui suggested she take the time to understand the music background before proceeding with the design, as that insight would add value to her work. Liang Daiwen offered to treat Gu Yi to dinner, but his behavior struck her as odd. To Gu Yi, Liang Daiwen seemed robotic, always expressionless.

He explained that he simply couldn’t feel happiness the way others did. Then he received a sudden call and rushed out, with Gu Yi following by taxi. Shen Zhimin, aware of Liang Daiwen’s agitation, called to help calm him down. Leila attempted suicide but was fortunately saved. She felt trapped in endless apologies, living under constant pressure. Gu Yi felt like Liang Daiwen only needed her when it was convenient, dropping her when it wasn’t.

Liang clarified that he didn’t mean to treat her that way; he was simply anxious and often drove too fast, making it unsafe for passengers. Gu Yi seemed to understand him better. She realized that, despite Guan Xingxin’s hardships, she didn’t harbor any particular resentment from the online hate directed at her. When Liang returned, Leila clarified to Gu Yi that she didn’t like him romantically, and that they were just friends.

Gu Yi felt a little exposed, realizing her feelings for Liang Daiwen had been obvious to Leila. The two had an open-hearted conversation. Leila admitted that Liang Daiwen wasn’t a great partner and that his home life was too stifling. Gu Yi’s mood dimmed as she pondered this. News of Leila’s suicide attempt spread online, drawing endless commentary and fueling a new wave of gossip. Zhang Junjie suggested they gather evidence to fight back.

Xu Guanrui invited Gu Yi to dinner, and while chatting with Liang Daiwen, she noticed he seemed emotionally troubled. Xu Guanrui advised Gu Yi to find hobbies beyond work. Leila, determined to clear her name, asked Gu Yi for help, and Gu Yi agreed to support her.

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