Episode 8 recap: Zhang Nan Meets Tang Rui Xiong
In Episode 8, Tang Rui Xiong tirelessly works on improving every corner of the school, making sure nothing that needs fixing is overlooked and adding what is necessary. An Yan watches this and can't help but feel sympathy for Tang Rui Xiong's situation. She tentatively asks if he would make the same choices if he could turn back time. Tang Rui Xiong gives a bitter smile and admits that back then, he had no choice.
To fully dedicate herself to her work, An Yan entrusts her child to her mother’s care. One day, she unexpectedly runs into He Guangran, who is trying to avoid facing reality. He Guangran feels guilty, believing he has let An Yan down. However, An Yan feels proud, as she sees teaching a student who can admit their mistakes as a success in itself.
An Yan inquires about when He Guangran will return to school. He stammers in gratitude toward her but reveals the harsh reality that he cannot take the upcoming exams. Upon hearing this, An Yan feels a deep sense of disappointment, knowing that her classmates eagerly await He Guangran's return. Despite her class achieving excellent results this year, An Yan struggles to smile and even submits a transfer request, citing family and child reasons. Zhou Sheng Jie, although reluctant, understands An Yan's decision and knows how much she cares for He Guangran.
On the eve of her farewell, An Yan shares her teaching insights with Cong Jun Sheng, giving him rare praise and sharing her valuable experiences. Cong Jun Sheng is deeply moved by this unexpected trust and feels a bit overwhelmed.
Before leaving, An Yan decides to visit Principal Fu. Though the principal already understands her intentions, he feels heavy-hearted. He knows the challenges and importance of rural education and realizes how much the school will lose with An Yan's departure. Reflecting on the past, An Yan remembers numerous opportunities to leave but stayed for various reasons. Now, she must make this difficult choice for her family and child, feeling a mix of emotions.
Back home, An Yan feels downcast, and Cong Jun Sheng invites her out for a change of scenery. Upon learning of An Yan's intention to leave, Tang Rui Xiong experiences complex feelings. However, An Yan finds a certain warmth in this complexity. Cong Jun Sheng admits that he has increasingly admired An Yan's resilience and selflessness over the past six months. During their conversation, Zhang Nan's call breaks the silence, informing An Yan of her grandmother's passing.
Surprised, An Yan mistakenly thinks that Zhang Nan and Tang Rui Xiong are still friends. Tang Rui Xiong clarifies that they have grown distant due to an unfinished agreement, but the rivalry and mutual desire to improve in order to repay An Yan's kindness remain deeply buried in their hearts. An Yan is touched and moved to tears.
The reunion between Tang Rui Xiong and Zhang Nan is filled with awkwardness and regret, stemming from a misunderstanding about family backgrounds and pride. An Yan quietly supports Zhang Nan, giving her money before quietly leaving.
Meanwhile, Cong Jun Sheng proposes starting an interest group, receiving strong support from Zhou Sheng Jie. However, the response within the school is lukewarm and even raises the principal's dissatisfaction. Nevertheless, Cong Jun Sheng's enthusiasm and talent manage to attract the attention of students like Luo Xiaoxian and Li Yanjun, who begin to enjoy the fun of physics experiments.
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