Almost Famous Episode 7 Recap
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Cheng Ming woke up in You Zhiqi's apartment, disoriented and wearing his pajamas. You Zhiqi explained she had been heavily intoxicated the night before and vomited on herself, necessitating a change of clothes. Cheng Ming was mortified, but You Zhiqi defended his actions, mentioning the effort he took to clean up the mess. You You, You Zhiqi's manager, arrived, suspicious of his activities, and used her key to enter. You Zhiqi quickly hid Cheng Ming to avoid a compromising situation.
You You searched the apartment while Cheng Ming tried to stay hidden. You You showed You Zhiqi a photo that was trending online, an intimate shot of him with a blurry, unrecognizable woman. You Zhiqi criticized the photo quality but admitted it was him. He denied knowing the woman's identity, but Cheng Ming's phone rang, revealing her hiding spot in the bathroom.
You You scolded You Zhiqi for his lack of awareness as an idol and the potential damage to Cheng Ming's reputation. Cheng Ming apologized, saying she had too much to drink, but You Zhiqi took the blame, stating it was his fault and instructing You You to handle the PR crisis. He decided to take Cheng Ming back to school, disregarding You You's protests.
As they left the building, they encountered a crowd of reporters who questioned You Zhiqi about his relationship with Cheng Ming. You Zhiqi shielded Cheng Ming and guided her to the car, telling the reporters that Cheng Ming was just a schoolmate and they were at a student gathering, urging them to stop spreading rumors and leave her alone. Upon arriving at Starry Arts Academy, they found the entrance swarming with journalists, trapping them in the car.
Cheng Ming worried about missing class. Wei Feng called and invited them to his shop to discuss managing the situation. You You decided to release several explosive news stories to divert attention from You Zhiqi's scandal, including his past heroic acts and a scandal involving a film executive. News of the scandal reached Cheng Ming's parents. Her mother, who disapproved of Cheng Ming attending Starry Arts Academy, saw it as a chance to make her change schools.
A meeting was held at the academy with You Zhiqi, Cheng Ming, You You, Cheng Ming's mother, and Professor Li Shuangbai. Professor Li explained the damage to the school's reputation and announced potential disciplinary action, including expulsion, for violating rules about overnight stays outside the dorms. Cheng Ming's mother demanded the school clear her daughter's name before she would withdraw her from the academy. You You criticized the school's inability to protect students from the media.
You Zhiqi took full responsibility for the incident and offered to withdraw from the school if it meant Cheng Ming could stay. Cheng Ming was touched by his self-sacrifice, but admitted her own fault. Professor Li promised to reconsider Cheng Ming's punishment. After You Zhiqi left, Cheng Ming was consumed by guilt. She tried to call him, but You You's assistant stopped the call. Cheng Ming's classmates discussed how to help You Zhiqi.
Amy explained the situation stemmed from drinking and media exaggeration, leading to disciplinary action. Later, Wei Feng pleaded with Professor Li Shuangbai to reconsider You Zhiqi's expulsion, emphasizing his talent and proposing he participate in the academy's charity event at the Sun Island Welfare Institute to repair the school's reputation. Professor Li found the idea promising. Wei Feng shared his plan with Cheng Ming, who rallied her classmates for the charity event. They gathered supplies for the children. Arriving at the Sun Island Welfare Institute, they didn't find You Zhiqi. They heard a piano melody and found You Zhiqi playing for the children. Cheng Ming was deeply moved.
