The office romance As Beautiful As You, featuring Xu Kai and Tan Songyun, released episode 40 on July 23, 2024. The drama narrates the love story of Ji Xing (Tan Songyun) and Han Ting (Xu Kai), which gradually unfolds amid multiple professional and personal setbacks.
Episode 40 focuses on Han Ting asking for Ji Xing’s hand in marriage. As the duo prepares for work, Ji Xing finds out from the news that Ganghua, Chang He, and Zeng Di’s company is building an independent database. She finds it strange that they want to compete against Dongyang Medical and often resort to dirty tricks. Han Ting advises her not to pay them any attention and tells her that Dongyang has a big announcement in its store.
As Beautiful As You episode 40 spoilers
After dropping Ji Xing off at work, Han Ting visits his grandfather, who is happy to see his grandson has completely recovered and is standing on his feet. Han Ting submits the R&D report of their new AI tool, revealing that although it might look like their previous preparations will go in vain, by doing this, they will be able to surpass their contenders within a short time. Mr. Han puts his trust in his grandson and approves the proposal.
He asks Han Ting to collaborate with Yuan. While he has new and fresh ideas, Yuan has her expertise. Furthermore, he advises him not to keep Ji Xing waiting and to marry her soon. Later in the episode, Han Ting gives his statement to reporters. He states that non-patented data from Dongyang will be revealed on the talent pool. As such, ambitious professionals can easily access the data free of cost, which will help their research.
Did Xu Kai ask Tan Songyun to marry him?
Chang He finally starts to acknowledge Han Ting’s positive thinking and generosity. He decides not to compete against him and knows that Zeng Di insists on defeating him because she is not over him. Chang He then advises her to shift her focus for her own good.
All friends come together to attend Zhizhou’s farewell dinner. Before entering the restaurant,
Ji Xing asks Li Li to reconsider Zhizhou since he truly loves her. Li Li mentions that she doesn’t want to hold him back. During their meal, Ji Xing learns that Chang He and Zeng Di were taken away for investigation. As everyone keeps talking about Zhizhou’s departure, Li Li gets emotional.
She drinks all night to forget her pain. She keeps recalling how her friends tried to persuade him on his behalf. The next morning, she receives gifts from Zhizhhou. Li Li finally realizes her mistakes and rushes to the airport before Zhizhou’s flight leaves. She rushes into his embrace and finally accepts his proposal to be his girlfriend.
What happens in As Beautiful As You episode 40’s ending?
Ji Xing and Han Ting visit her parents to seek their blessings. Ji Xing’s parents prepare an elaborate meal to welcome him, who wins their hearts with his sincerity and love for their daughter. After returning to the city, Han Ting takes Ji Xing to their favorite rooftop for a surprise.
He thanks her for bringing color to his dull life. Before her, he never cared for someone else’s emotions. Han Ting gets on his knee and asks her to marry him, further promising never to leave her side. Ji Xing says yes, and the couple shares a loving embrace. The rest of the episode shows them preparing for their wedding. Han Ting struggles to find a wedding venue, while Ji Xing suggests they get married in Germany, where their love story first flourished.
As Beautiful As You is available to stream on Tencent Video, WeTV, and iQIYI.