Be With You Episode 10 Recap
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Ji Yanxin was amused by a phone call from a "Mr. Pei," who identified himself as Qi Nian's friend. This was, in fact, Siqi, who vociferously complained about the company's "ruthless exploitation," claiming Qi Nian hadn't been home for 24 hours. He asserted that a company relying on overtime had no future and a boss dependent on his assistant working late should shut down. Hanging up, Ji Yanxin wryly commented on his younger brother's improved scolding skills.
Later, Qi Nian asked Li Yue about Ji Yanxin's recent mood, wondering if he secretly liked being scolded and what his stress-relief methods were. Li Yue believed Ji Yanxin handled everything effortlessly but confirmed the firm was facing a major issue: the Quancheng ancient building restoration project was stalled due to local protests, causing significant daily losses. He then dismissed Qi Nian's ability to help, suggesting she focus on making coffee.
The landlady, Ms. Wu, visited Siqi with peeled apples, informing him she needed the apartment back for her son's wedding. To soften the blow, she explained she had already found two separate apartments for them: a nicely decorated one-bedroom for Siqi at the same rent and another for Qi Nian, reasoning it was inappropriate for an unrelated man and woman to live together.
A baffled Siqi questioned what could possibly happen between them, but Ms. Wu insisted they move within a week, as she had already hired a moving company. Unbeknownst to them, this was orchestrated by Ji Yanxin, who had purchased the building at a high price solely to separate the two.
Later, Ms. Wu confirmed to Ji Yanxin that the matter was handled, praising his generosity and how much he cared for his "brother," before playfully asking if he had a girlfriend. Ji Yanxin's cousin, Ji Qiu, visited him, bored during her school holiday, and asked him to teach her how to draw.
She gushed about her idol, the manga author "Baby Seven" (Qi Zai), praising their work "My Boyfriend in My Head" as a genius "girl manga mudslide" for its unique humor. She proudly presented a drawing she had copied, but Ji Yanxin tore it up, dismissing her artistic ambitions and her choice of idol.
Later, Qi Nian overheard Ji Qiu's excitement about meeting Baby Seven at MC's upcoming monthly meeting and realized Ji Yanxin's cousin was a devoted fan of her work, musing that she could become a "divine wingman." At the MC office, Qi Nian was surprised to learn the company's "big boss," Shao Zui, was an acquaintance.
Meanwhile, Lu Qingwu, the chief artist and producer from rival company Rongpin, arrived under the guise of cooperation, her true aim being to poach the popular new author, Baby Seven. Shao Zui, aware of her intentions, allowed the meeting. Lu Qingwu tried to downplay Baby Seven's value as a "rookie who got lucky," but Shao Zui countered that she wouldn't have come personally if the author were worthless.
Confident in Qi Nian's loyalty due to their shared past, Shao Zui brought her in to meet Lu Qingwu face-to-face. Upon seeing Qi Nian, Lu Qingwu, who knew her as the author of "Dress for the Beauty," understood Shao Zui's confidence. Believing Baby Seven was a "straight guy" vulnerable to temptation, Ji Qiu rushed to Shao Zui, panicked that he was letting the notoriously seductive Lu Qingwu meet him alone.
During their chat, she remarked that if the author of "My Boyfriend in My Head" were a woman, her partner would need immense fortitude. Overhearing, Qi Nian agreed. Ji Qiu then discovered a new manga by Baby Seven featuring a male lead who looked just like Ji Yanxin, leading her to speculate that the "straight male author" had a crush on her cousin.
It was at this moment, hearing Qi Nian's voice from the meeting room, that Ji Qiu finally realized Qi Nian was Baby Seven. Inside, Lu Qingwu pressed Qi Nian, highlighting Rongpin's superior resources. Qi Nian retorted that her biggest regret was ever knowing Lu Qingwu, reminding her that Lu Qingwu had voluntarily left the industry years ago. She declared she didn't need Lu Qingwu's patronage and Rongpin didn't need an author with her "bad history."
After the failed attempt, Qi Nian reaffirmed her commitment to MC, telling Shao Zui she wouldn't leave unless forced out. Qi Nian asked Shao Zui about Ji Yanxin's "emotional burden." Shao Zui fabricated a story, claiming Ji Yanxin's difficult personality had driven away someone he cared for deeply, leaving him with immense guilt and anxiety—his "only true ailment." Hidden behind a curtain, Ji Qiu listened in annoyance, thinking it sounded like her cousin had an ex-girlfriend.
Qi Nian, however, vowed to help Ji Yanxin find peace, regardless of his past. Shao Zui then revealed to Ji Qiu that he had made up the story to create "misunderstanding, twists, and drama" to fuel the sparks between Qi Nian and Ji Yanxin, calling himself a "magnificent meddler." Ji Qiu was thrilled, imagining her future sister-in-law drawing manga about her life with Ji Yanxin. Distracted by Shao Zui’s words, Qi Nian fell into the pool while cleaning it.
Ji Yanxin wrapped her in a towel and told her to change. Later, Qi Nian, wearing clothes she found in his closet, was watching "Spirited Away." Ji Yanxin dismissed the film as "childish" and an escape from reality. Qi Nian defended her love for such stories, arguing everyone needs a "Utopia" and dreams to live for. She then confronted him about a hidden room downstairs filled with his cherished possessions, including a vast collection of Grimm's Fairy Tales.
Ji Yanxin threatened to throw her in the pool unless she explained how she knew about it. She confessed that he had led her there during a sleepwalking episode. Just then, Siqi called the office again, threatening to sue for illegal labor practices since Qi Nian had been unreachable for over 24 hours. Hearing this, Ji Yanxin abruptly announced an urgent business trip to City South, raising Siqi’s suspicions when Qi Nian called to inform him.
Lu Qingwu instructed her agent to sign a renowned fan artist named Key, who had never worked professionally. Coincidentally, she spotted Siqi struggling to hail a cab and, recognizing him as her target, offered him a ride to City South. In the car, Siqi saw his own artwork and wrongly assumed she had investigated him.
Lu Qingwu revealed she knew he was Key and tried to recruit him, but Siqi issued a challenge: he would consider it only if she finished "Thither Cloud," a series she abandoned five years prior. The conversation stalled, and Lu Qingwu kicked him out of her car. Moments later, her car broke down, stranding them both in the middle of nowhere.
On their trip, Qi Nian, remembering that relaxation helps with sleepwalking, tried to ease Ji Yanxin's stress by telling him jokes, which he failed to appreciate, and startling him with a horse head mask. Upon arriving, Qi Nian excitedly suggested they attend a local fireworks display that evening. Ji Yanxin flatly refused, citing a need to work overtime and a personal dislike for fireworks due to safety concerns.
