Because of Love Episode 11 Recap
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Nie Yusheng reflected on a dream he had, where he found Tan Jing among a crowd of hundreds, feeling her presence much closer than in reality. Tan Jing visited Sheng Fangting to deliver his X-ray film. When asked about Sun Ping, she revealed that a child in Pingping’s ward had died during surgery that morning, leaving her in a low mood. Sheng Fangting, observing her distress, shared a personal story to comfort her.
He spoke of his own childhood, where he was a weak and sickly child raised by a resilient single mother. She endured societal scorn and hardship but never feared it; her greatest fear was his poor health, something she couldn't control. To remain strong for him, she forced herself to eat and gained weight, believing that if she faltered, he would be lost. Sheng Fangting revealed he was that child, and the single mother was his own mother.
He advised Tan Jing to take care of herself, have confidence in Pingping's future, and told her he would be there if she needed anything. Tan Jing thanked him for his encouragement. Later, in the hospital canteen, Wang Yuling struggled to pay for her meal as mobile payments were not accepted. Nie Yusheng stepped in to pay for her and specifically ordered tomato scrambled eggs for Tan Jing.
Wang Yuling, surprised by his knowledge of Tan Jing’s preference, asked how he knew, and Nie Yusheng claimed he had seen her lunch box before. She then discussed Pingping’s urgent need for surgery and the high costs, including potential ICU expenses. Wang Yuling mentioned that Nie Dongyuan, Nie Yusheng’s father and the Chairman of Dongyuan Group, had recently donated two hundred thousand yuan to another injured child and covered all their medical expenses.
She then tentatively asked if Nie Yusheng could approach his father to lend them money for Pingping’s surgery, promising to pay it back slowly. Nie Yusheng firmly stated that he and his father were separate individuals. He then asked if Tan Jing had sent her to ask for money. Wang Yuling denied it, explaining that Tan Jing’s boss, Sheng Fangting, had already lent her money for Pingping's hospitalization, and Tan Jing was too embarrassed and stressed to ask for more.
Upon hearing that Sheng Fangting had provided financial assistance to Tan Jing, Nie Yusheng became visibly angry and abruptly left the canteen, leaving Wang Yuling bewildered. Back in the ward, Wang Yuling asked Tan Jing if she had known Nie Yusheng previously, pointing out his use of her name "Tan Jing" instead of "Pingping's mom," his knowledge of her favorite dish, and his question about whether Tan Jing had sent her.
Tan Jing denied any prior acquaintance, stating that Nie Yusheng was simply Pingping's attending doctor and that his knowledge was normal. She then chastised Wang Yuling for asking Nie Yusheng for money and told her not to trouble others in the future. That night, Tan Jing had a terrifying nightmare where Sun Ping went into the operating room but never came out. Startled awake, she frantically grabbed Sun Ping and attempted to leave the hospital.
As they rode the elevator down, Pingping woke up, confused. He expressed his desire to undergo the surgery, hoping it would fix him. Overwhelmed with emotion, Tan Jing silently returned to the ward with Pingping. After he fell back asleep, she went into the bathroom and cried quietly, a habit Nie Yusheng recognized, having often mistakenly thought crying women in the hospital were her, and having once sworn to never let her cry again.
Emerging from the bathroom, Tan Jing encountered Nie Yusheng and urgently asked him about his confidence in Pingping’s surgery. He reassured her that the surgery was not as dangerous as she feared, explaining that the CM Project, which utilized new medical materials, had undergone thorough review and was proven safe and mature overseas. He reiterated his confidence in the procedure.
Meanwhile, Sun Zhijun, having returned home, found the house empty and noticed that the soybeans had sprouted, indicating Tan Jing's prolonged absence. After visiting his in-laws, he bought two bottles of wine and learned from Ms. Wang that Sun Ping was hospitalized and Tan Jing was with him. Shu Qin visited Sheng Fangting in the hospital, discussing company affairs. She noted that two employees, Zhao and Lin, whom Sheng Fangting had promoted, were proving to be capable.
As she left, Sheng Fangting gave her a bottle of 2014 red wine, remarking it was her favorite. Shu Qin replied that she no longer drank such potent wine, but Sheng Fangting suggested it suited her, describing it as "Yesterday Once More." Shu Qin then confided in Sheng Fangting about a personal dilemma: she was dating a long-time friend who harbored feelings for a first love, only to discover that this ex-lover was her own colleague, someone she saw daily.
She expressed her frustration not with the past relationship itself, but with her boyfriend's concealment, questioning his intentions. Sheng Fangting apologized for his own past secrets, promising to tell her everything when he was ready. During the weekly hospital meeting, Mr. Fang reviewed patient cases and upcoming surgeries. Nie Yusheng requested a surgery slot for Bed 39, Sun Ping, for the CM Project. Mr. Fang scheduled it for Wednesday, two days later, emphasizing the urgency for children's surgeries.
He then stressed the importance of having both parents present to sign the surgical consent form to prevent doctor-patient conflicts, citing a previous incident in the Neurosurgery Department. Nie Yusheng acknowledged the directive. He then informed Tan Jing about the surgery date and the need for Sun Ping to fast from the next day. He also insisted that her husband must come to the hospital to sign the consent form, stating that both parents' signatures were mandatory.
Tan Jing claimed her husband was too busy with work and asked if she could sign alone. Nie Yusheng sternly questioned what work could be more important than his child's surgery, highlighting that Sun Ping's father had not visited him once since his hospitalization. Tan Jing was left speechless, bearing her unspoken burdens. Later, Nie Yusheng and Shu Qin visited Nie Dongyuan, who was recovering.
Nie Dongyuan was delighted to see them and urged Nie Yusheng to rest, telling him not to overwork himself like a "superman." Shu Qin had brought homemade cordyceps black chicken soup. Nie Dongyuan praised Shu Qin’s cooking, recalling Nie Yusheng’s picky eating habits as a child and remarking on his good fortune to have Shu Qin in his life. Nie Yusheng, however, declined the soup, stating he wasn’t hungry.
Tan Jing, after tending to Sun Ping, received a message from Sun Zhijun and texted him their hospital address. She then explained to Sun Ping that he couldn't eat or drink anymore before the "magic" surgery that would fix his heart, enabling him to play like other children. Pingping eagerly asked if his father would be there, and Tan Jing reassured him that both his parents and Aunt Ling would be present when he woke up.
The following morning, a heavily intoxicated Sun Zhijun arrived at the hospital, causing a chaotic scene. He loudly accused the hospital of treating his son as a "lab rat" for an "experiment" and vehemently demanded a refund for the surgery, implying the hospital was receiving kickbacks. Tan Jing attempted to de-escalate the situation, but he pushed her to the ground. Witnessing this, Nie Yusheng rushed forward and engaged in a physical altercation with Sun Zhijun.
Hospital staff and other family members watched as the fight escalated until the police arrived to intervene. In the director's office, Sun Zhijun, Nie Yusheng, and others involved in the altercation were present. Sun Zhijun, still under the influence and sporting injuries, continued to insist that Pingping's surgery was high-risk and accused the hospital of receiving kickbacks from the project, reiterating his demand for a refund.
Mr. Fang, exasperated, defended the CM Project, stating it had been thoroughly reviewed and approved by the entire hospital, and that all subsidy funds were transparently deposited directly into patients' accounts, with no involvement from the doctors. Frustrated by Sun Zhijun's disruptive behavior and persistent accusations, Mr. Fang declared the CM Project officially halted and announced the cancellation of Sun Ping's scheduled surgery.
Nie Yusheng's colleagues attempted to reason with Mr. Fang, but he was firm in his decision, accusing Nie Yusheng of being irresponsible for getting into a fight. Mr. Fang then ordered Nie Yusheng to go home and rest, stating that he would personally perform Nie Yusheng's scheduled afternoon surgery. As Nie Yusheng left, he reflected on Tan Jing’s clearly unhappy marriage.
Distressed by the turn of events, Tan Jing asked Wang Yuling to look after Sun Ping and rushed to the police station. The officer informed her that due to Sun Zhijun's prior criminal record and the public nature of the incident at the hospital, he would certainly face criminal detention. The severity of the sentence would largely depend on the statement provided by the injured doctor, Nie Yusheng.
From inside his cell, Sun Zhijun shouted at Tan Jing not to sign any documents, warning her again that the surgery was an experiment and that she would regret it if anything went wrong. Overwhelmed, Tan Jing asked the officer what a "heavy sentence" would entail.
