Episode 35 recap: Wu Yun and Liu Wen Shan reconciled, but Teacher Ding passed away.
Zhang Pei's company contracts didn't go smoothly. There are still many improvements needed, and the plans have to be modified again. A popular internet company approached middle-aged women to sign contracts, and Gou Dan Dan accompanied them. However, the middle-aged women were confused. When they gathered at Qi Xiao Guan for a meal, they expressed their hope that Dan Dan could start her own company so they could happily work with her without the pressure of meeting the performance standards set by the internet company. Gou Dan Dan smiled and seemed to be contemplating something.
After the middle-aged women left, Qi Pu suggested that Dan Dan should give it a try. If she has decided to work behind the scenes, she should aim for something big. Gou Dan Dan didn't outright refuse the idea. Dong Jia Xi was at the hospital taking care of someone when she received a call from Beijing. It turned out that the caller was interested in Dong Jia Xi's script and wanted to discuss the possibility of adapting it into a film or TV series. However, Dong Jia Xi mentioned that she was not currently in Beijing, so the conversation was changed to an online discussion.
After hanging up the phone, Teacher Ding asked why it couldn't be done face-to-face. After listening, Teacher Ding bluntly stated that such an important matter should be discussed in person in Beijing. However, Dong Jia Xi believed that it could be resolved through online communication. While Dong Jia Xi went out to fetch hot water, Teacher Ding started searching for flight tickets to Beijing. When Dong Jia Xi returned, Teacher Ding mentioned not wanting water but instead wanted to drink the cola in Dong Jia Xi's bag. Dong Jia Xi remarked that her mother had sharp eyes. Shortly after, Teacher Ding revealed that she had already bought the flight ticket to Beijing and urged Dong Jia Xi to make the trip to have a proper discussion.
Wu Yun was wandering outside and came across a hair salon. Determined to change her hairstyle, Wu Yun took a photo and posted it on her social media. She didn't have any specific requirements for the hairstyle and allowed the hairdresser to decide based on her face shape. However, the result was not satisfying, and Wu Yun remained silent. The hairdresser suggested blowing-drying it, but it didn't improve the situation. The hairdresser started complaining about Wu Yun's face shape, leaving her speechless. The hairdresser became flustered, and unexpectedly, Liu Wen Shan arrived with a crutch. Wu Yun quickly ran away, with Liu Wen Shan chasing after her and continuously calling out. Eventually, Wu Yun softened and stopped. Wu Yun didn't want Liu Wen Shan to see her new hairstyle, but he chose that moment to apologize sincerely and explain his previous emotional changes. Wu Yun accepted the apology.
Gou Dan Dan and Qi Pu took a walk by the lake. Qi Pu mentioned that his father wanted Dan Dan to come back home for dinner. He was initially worried that Dan Dan might refuse, so he approached the topic cautiously. However, Gou Dan Dan readily agreed, and Qi Pu felt relieved and happy deep down. Zhang Pei and Liu Feng, on the other hand, worked late into the night dealing with contract matters.
Gou Dan Dan finally made up her mind to start her own company and brought her former agent to help. Dong Jia Xi returned to Beijing once again, and the collaboration went smoothly. The other party even hoped that Dong Jia Xi could come to Beijing to participate in the subsequent creative process. Dong Jia Xi said she would consider it because her mother currently needed her. When she was about to leave, the plane was delayed. Dong Jia Xi made a point of informing her family and then fell asleep. She woke up to the sound of her alarm clock at 12:15. Dong Jia Xi immediately packed her things and got off the plane, but she received the news of her mother's passing. Dong Jia Xi couldn't believe it and rushed to the hospital. Unfortunately, it was already too late. Fortunately, she had her sisters by her side to help. Dong Jia Xi tried to hold back her emotions and, along with her friends, went to eat near the school entrance. Zhang Pei mentioned that the school was going to be demolished, and Dong Jia Xi continued the conversation. Finally, Dong Jia Xi couldn't contain herself any longer and burst into tears, realizing that she no longer had her mother.
When she returned home, the house felt empty. Dong Jia Xi looked through her previous writings and felt a deeper emotional connection. After some time, Dong Jia Xi resumed writing on her anonymous online platform. Gou Dan Dan went to Qi Pu's house for dinner, and Qi Pu's father was nervous. Gou Dan Dan was also anxious. During the meal, Gou Dan Dan took the initiative to talk about her current situation, being completely honest in front of Qi Pu's father. After leaving Qi Pu's house, Qi Pu made a promise that he would love Gou Dan Dan forever.
Yin Le and Xi Xi's ending not being together perfectly echoes the conversation between Ding Laoshi and Yin Le in the hospital room. Ding Laoshi understands that his daughter won't be bound by emotions and will chase her dreams.
The conversation encourages Yin Le to support and embrace Xi Xi to some extent, indirectly giving him advice. At the same time, it is also to ensure that his daughter can pursue her dreams without worries and wholeheartedly devote herself to her passion.
In the end, when Yin Le watches Ding Laoshi alone, it shows that he understands the meaning behind it. He didn't trap Xi Xi in the name of love. Perhaps they would have a brief happiness in a passionate romance, but the things Xi Xi gave up for this relationship would gradually become a burden on their love, making the ending of this relationship not ideal.
Compared to the other couples, they have too many uncertainties. Xi Xi's career is still being explored and practiced, while Yin Le is steadily pursuing what he wants to do. After they have experienced growth, when they look back at this relationship, they will become the person they want to be in their beloved life.
In their hearts, the other person will still be the same as when they first met. That's the true meaning of "meeting after a long separation, hope you're well.
Seeing Xie Yang's stable emotions and long-distance relationship reminds me of my ex-boyfriend. His name happened to be similar to Zhang Pei, just add one more letter: Zhang Peir.
We both attended the same university in the same city but different campuses.
We started dating in our third year, which could be considered a semi-long-distance relationship. He had incredibly stable emotions and would come to the library to study with me and go shopping almost every week. I would also spontaneously appear at his campus to study together when I had no classes.
We would hold hands and take walks on the campus. The fact that we only saw each other once a week bothered me, and I even considered breaking up. But he was like Xie Yang, always there to comfort and support me. Before leaving, he would buy me lots of delicious treats, and he was the one who took me to places like the amusement park and carried my backpack and stuffed animals.
He was truly wonderful. We hardly ever argued, and even when I made him angry, he would quickly calm down and comfort me. However, we broke up due to the long-distance caused by our postgraduate entrance exams. The situation was similar to what happened in the drama.
He wanted to stay in our home province for family reasons, while I was determined to go to Shanghai. Shanghai was my dream since high school, and I considered maintaining the relationship, but Shandong and Shanghai were too far apart.
I'm a bit ambitious, and he, like Xie Yang, prefers stability and the present. It was just too similar.
I couldn't bear the thought of being in a long-distance marriage in the future. He didn't want to come to Shanghai because he felt the pressure was too great, and I didn't want to stay in Shandong because I always had my goals.
So, we had to painfully let go... Perhaps this is reality. In reality, the ending of a TV drama is often idealized. How could someone abandon everything and move to another province or city for another person? It's not rational.
We both loved each other very much, but we were also rational and aware of the reality. All I can say is that we were destined but not meant to be. He will graduate from postgraduate school next year, and I'm preparing to pursue a Ph.D.
I did consider trying to reconcile, but he... he has a girlfriend now. I will definitely not interfere with their relationship. I know how wonderful he is, and I was his first girlfriend. He's truly an amazing person, so I understand that if everything goes smoothly with his hometown sweetheart, they will most likely get married directly.
Unless something like studying abroad or moving to another city happens.
Honestly, it's very painful. When you want to salvage a relationship and realize the other person is already with someone else, and because that person is so good, it's almost certain they will end up getting married.
All I can offer is my blessings. But I really miss him so much (please don't scold me, it's been a long time since I cut off contact with him, and I haven't interfered with their relationship. I'm just feeling upset in my heart, thinking that I may never meet someone as emotionally stable and good as him again...
I also have some regrets. Why didn't I insist on a long-distance relationship back then? Maybe I was just too weak, scared of the pain and tears every time we parted... I hope everyone won't be like me and bravely embrace love, even if it's long-distance, because once you let go, the next time you hear about him, he might already have someone else.
Good guys don't stay on the market for long, so I'm well aware that if I hear about him again, it will probably be for his wedding...)
XiXi always calls herself worthless. Every time she blames herself like that, it makes me feel sad. I'm sad because she has dreams, talents, best friends, Xiao Yin, and she works so hard. She is Teacher Ding's most beautiful and lovely daughter.
It's heartbreaking to hear such an excellent girl call herself worthless.
I'm also sad because I relate to it myself. Am I not also worthless? I'm neither beautiful nor lovely, and I can't do this or that well.
I don't have any strengths. I really want to say one thing: I'm sorry for being born as a human.
The final episode made me cry, reminding me of my mother who has been gone for thirteen years. Mom, in the end, we never had a heartfelt conversation, mom!
Did you see me as your daughter, a strong person who doesn't need a mother's love or care? To this day, I still don't understand why you forced my marriage.
Why? Now, in my fifties, I'm still wandering in a distant place, struggling for survival. Is this what you wanted? On this clear morning, I'm shedding tears, shedding tears for myself!
Xi Xi's state after losing her mother is very real. I remember when my father passed away, I was only seventeen, and at that time, I was so naive that I didn't even know how to cry.
Without experiencing the death of a loved one, it's hard to believe. It wasn't until the dust settled that I burst into tears! Only then did I realize that my father had left us for good!
I truly empathize with Xi Xi's feelings!~
The most relatable characters are the Dong family and Teacher Ding. I also come from a single-parent household, raised by my mom. My unreliable dad is just as unpredictable as Dong De Qi. When I was young, my mom used to lock me up at home because I didn't behave properly, and I would always try to find ways to escape.
As I grew up, in order to avoid being controlled by her, I stayed away from home and rarely visited. Every time I went home, it would be constant arguments and storming out, just like what happens with them. However, now that I'm 25, I don't have Dong Jia Xi's ability to provide a comfortable life for my mom, nor do I have such great friends by my side.
Sometimes, I even think that if my mom were to pass away, I might follow suit. I consider my life to be a failure and feel guilty towards my mom. After watching the entire drama, I actually understand it better. Parents never feel that we owe them anything.
They are satisfied as long as we grow up healthy. Their nagging, arranging our work and life, and arguing with us are just signs of them getting older. If we don't follow the path they plan for us, we might take many detours and face many hardships.
When the day comes and they are no longer with us, we don't know what kind of future we'll have, so we worry.
Expressing love in inappropriate ways can make us feel suffocated and restricted. Although life is our own, parents are also a part of our lives.
While our parents are still healthy, we should take them to understand our world more, so they can also feel at ease.
Wishing all parents good health and a long life.
Well, it's true. When you go to a hair salon and try to communicate with the hairstylist, they always seem to have their own ideas. After getting a haircut or styling, it just doesn't look right in so many ways.
There was this one time, just that one time, when I let the hairstylist have their own ideas, and they cut it too short. Moreover, my flaws were exposed, and it looked absolutely terrible.
Luckily, since they knew me well at that salon, they didn't charge me for it. But it made me endure it for over half a year, going through several attempts to fix the style (when getting a haircut, always show the hairstylist a picture, and don't let them have their own ideas).
Only after multiple adjustments and showing them specific references did I finally become satisfied. Nowadays, I hardly go to hair salons anymore. I watch hair tutorials and take matters into my own hands.
Finding a good hairstylist is truly a challenging task.
A very captivating drama that reflects the flavors of life. Every person in real life experiences the bittersweet moments. The story intricately weaves these moments into daily life events. Love is a beautiful thing, and everyone's experience of love is unique.
Each person desires to have a wonderful love story, just like the sweet romance depicted in the drama. We also appreciate the companionship that comes with love's journey. Life is not always perfect, and imperfections are also part of life.
Teacher Ding knows about her own health condition. She just wants to provide some security for Xi Xi, so that she won't have any regrets. She's afraid that if she passes away, Xi Xi won't be able to take care of herself.
If she were in good health, would she still pressure Xi Xi like this? If Teacher Ding is that kind of person, why did she acknowledge Xi Xi's expertise and give her time to prove herself?
But what about Xi Xi? She thinks that if Teacher Ding's health improves, she can lie about various things. I can understand lying, but she never considers Teacher Ding's emotions.
Right after her mother passed away, everyone said not to upset Teacher Ding, but she can never control her own emotions.
It's really tear-jerking. It reminds me of my hometown and the departed loved ones, making me realize that life is a series of ups and downs where we must stay true to ourselves. The people who love you, the ones I love, one by one, they leave.
For me, my hometown is a place of sadness, coldness. But in the drama, the hometown is filled with warmth and happiness.
Life always needs to be looked at from a forward perspective, seeking joy and warmth. Even in the midst of hardship and difficulty, we must believe that there are many people in the world who love and protect you!