A Love So Beautiful Episode 12 Recap
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Chen Xiaoxi and Jiang Chen had both become Senior Three students. One morning, as they stood at the classroom door, Li Wei’s stack of homework books fell to the ground. Jiang Chen stepped forward to help her, but a few younger students passing by mistakenly thought Jiang Chen and Li Wei were a couple. Chen Xiaoxi reacted by yelling "Nonsense!" in anger, then awkwardly tried to cover her outburst by saying, “You’re talking nonsense.
He is not in Grade Two, but Grade Three.” Jiang Chen couldn't help but smile at her reaction. During class, Lu Yang played with Lin Jingxiao’s hair. Ms. Liu noticed them whispering and made them stand up, reminding them they were in Senior Three and criticizing Lu Yang for potentially influencing Lin Jingxiao. Chen Xiaoxi, who had been secretly laughing, was also called out to stand.
Jiang Chen quickly stood up for Chen Xiaoxi, telling Ms. Liu to continue teaching rather than waste time scolding them. Later, during a break, Chen Xiaoxi dozed off at her desk, her head wobbling precariously. Jiang Chen gently reached out his hand to support her chin, then carefully laid her head down on the desk, watching her sleep peacefully. News spread among students about a girl from another high school who tragically took her own life due to pressure.
Concerned, the education bureau held a meeting. Following discussions, the school decided to organize an outing to help relieve students' college entrance exam stress, with a plan for students to go to a nearby park for relaxation and a bonfire party after their physical examinations. At lunchtime, Lu Yang, acting as a "little carrier pigeon," excitedly told his friends the good news about the outing. Lin Jingxiao playfully suggested he could roast himself.
Chen Xiaoxi, hearing "roast pigeon," immediately expressed a desire for it. Wu Baisong instantly jumped up, declaring he would treat her to roast pigeons. Just then, Jiang Chen picked a chicken wing from his own plate and placed it in Chen Xiaoxi’s bowl, stating he didn't like it. Chen Xiaoxi happily accepted it. Seeing this, Wu Baisong poured all the chicken from his plate into Chen Xiaoxi’s bowl, giving Jiang Chen a defiant look. Jiang Chen's expression tightened.
Lin Jingxiao and Lu Yang, sensing the tension, quickly tried to ease the atmosphere. Chen Xiaoxi, however, rummaged through the pile of chicken and happily took a big bite of Jiang Chen's chicken wing, causing Wu Baisong to silently acknowledge Jiang Chen’s importance in her heart. Later, Chen Xiaoxi excitedly fantasized about a romantic evening with Jiang Chen under the fireworks at the bonfire party. Her primary concern was her lack of money for fireworks.
Seeing her downcast, Wu Baisong offered his help, while Jiang Chen observed from the side, feeling a subtle awkwardness. Wu Baisong insisted on giving her his entire wallet, reassuring her that he knew places for good discounts and that her needs were more important than his training. At the fireworks shop, Wu Baisong secretly instructed the owner to tell Chen Xiaoxi that any fireworks she chose would be under 50 yuan, and he would pay the difference.
Chen Xiaoxi, picking seemingly inexpensive items, commented that the fireworks business must not be very profitable, much to the owner's amusement. Wu Baisong even managed to get some free sparklers for her, claiming his "face" helped. Shortly after, Wu Baisong received an urgent call from his father, informing him that the national team coach had arrived.
He had to leave immediately for the national team selection but promised Chen Xiaoxi he would be at the bonfire party the next day to help her set off the fireworks. As Chen Xiaoxi returned home, struggling with a large box of fireworks, she found Jiang Chen holding a screwdriver by the electric box, seemingly doing something. He had been waiting for her and felt relieved when she arrived, asking her what she was carrying.
Not wanting her fireworks plan to be revealed, she vaguely deflected. When she asked him what he was doing, he replied in a curt tone that he was "counting the wires." Chen Xiaoxi, confused, thought he was fixing a lightbulb. Jiang Chen's face cycled through shades of emotion before he muttered, "I'm insane," and walked away.
The night before the physical examination and outing, Chen Xiaoxi was consumed by visions of a romantic embrace with Jiang Chen under the beautiful fireworks. She woke up countless times to check the weather. The next morning, she didn't even wait for Jiang Chen, rushing off to school to prepare for her grand romantic fireworks plan. On the bus to the hospital, Chen Xiaoxi hoped to sit with Jiang Chen, but Li Wei quickly took the seat next to him.
Chen Xiaoxi ended up squeezed between Lin Jingxiao and Lu Yang. From the back, Jiang Chen watched Chen Xiaoxi laughing happily with her friends, a subtle smile playing on his lips. At the hospital for the physical check-up, Chen Xiaoxi felt a pang of disappointment when she saw that Li Wei's and Lin Jingxiao's chest measurements were larger than her own.
When Jiang Chen and Chen Xiaoxi ended up in the same examination room, Jiang Chen saw Chen Xiaoxi's flushed face and wide, innocent eyes looking at him. His heart pounded rapidly, and the doctor noted his heart rate had spiked to 134, a moment that made Jiang Chen truly realize his growing feelings for Chen Xiaoxi. Meanwhile, Wu Baisong’s national team tryouts concluded successfully.
Coach Xie praised his talent, acknowledging his speed and potential, and offered him a spot in the national team if he won the national championship next year. Wu Baisong confidently accepted, even texting Chen Xiaoxi about the good news. He immediately hailed a taxi, paying extra to rush to Riverside Park. At the park, the students played charades. When it was Chen Xiaoxi’s turn to act out "snake" for Jiang Chen, he instantly guessed the answer.
Everyone was surprised, and Jiang Chen made an excuse, claiming he was "too tall" and accidentally saw the answer written by Ms. Liu. Despite his cover-up, Jiang Chen and Chen Xiaoxi exchanged a knowing smile, understanding that he often knew her better than anyone. As evening fell, the bonfire was lit, and students gathered around.
Lu Yang attempted to show his strength by opening a bottle for Lin Jingxiao but struggled, leading to Lin Jingxiao playfully teasing him before easily opening it herself. Li Wei then asked Jiang Chen to help her open her bottle, which he did. Chen Xiaoxi, despite her own struggle, decided to try opening her bottle herself. However, as Jiang Chen walked away, he spontaneously picked up Chen Xiaoxi's water bottle and opened it for her before handing it back.
Chen Xiaoxi and Lu Yang shared a joyful toast, celebrating their respective small steps forward in their romantic pursuits. Chen Xiaoxi arranged to meet Jiang Chen at a clearing in front of the grove, asking Lin Jingxiao to help her set off the fireworks, hoping to create a beautiful memory for them under the sparkling lights. Her plan was unfortunately overheard by Li Wei.
As Jiang Chen was about to head to the meeting spot, Li Wei intercepted him, asking him to meet her at the same spot. Chen Xiaoxi arrived, happy to see Jiang Chen, but her heart sank as she witnessed Li Wei holding him. Just then, the fireworks, meant for her and Jiang Chen, burst into the night sky. Under the brilliant display, Chen Xiaoxi watched Jiang Chen, her eyes filled with tears and sadness.
Li Wei, noticing Chen Xiaoxi, immediately tried to kiss Jiang Chen, but he abruptly pushed her away. Chen Xiaoxi, however, did not witness Jiang Chen’s rejection, as Wu Baisong appeared just in time, covering her eyes with his hands to shield her from the painful sight, and gently led her away.
