Beautiful Reborn Flower Episode 38 Recap
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In retaliation for being locked out of the dorm by Luo Chen, Xu Zhen Sheng placed signs around the campus, publicly labeling Luo Chen a "pervert" and declaring that no man, especially Luo Chen, should approach Nan Sheng. This drew a considerable crowd of curious students. Xiao Xi confronted Xu Zhen Sheng about his inflammatory actions, questioning why he would call Luo Chen a pervert.
Luo Chen then arrived, demanding an explanation from Xu Zhen Sheng and accusing him of seeking revenge for being locked out. Luo Chen threatened legal action and to ban Xu Zhen Sheng from the dorm permanently, but Xu Zhen Sheng remained defiant, stating his intention to warn all girls about Luo Chen. Their heated argument quickly escalated into a physical altercation, prompting school security to intervene and escort both of them to the office.
Meanwhile, at the Lin family home, Nan Sheng was having dinner with her uncle when Lin Heping's mother, Aunt Lan, returned. Aunt Lan immediately chastised Nan Sheng for not focusing on her studies and getting involved in family matters, urging her not to become "useless" like Lin Heping, who didn't attend university. Nan Sheng's uncle attempted to defend her, but Aunt Lan quickly shifted her criticism to him for being jobless and wanting to drink.
When Lin Heping arrived, his uncle invited him for a drink, but Aunt Lan swiftly confiscated the bottle, declaring Lin Heping did not drink. Nan Sheng subtly hid the bottle, and Aunt Lan praised her action, believing she was acting in Lin Heping's best interest. Noticing the underlying tension, Nan Sheng's uncle speculated that Lin Heping and Nan Sheng had argued, which surprised Aunt Lan. As Nan Sheng prepared to return to school, Aunt Lan insisted Lin Heping accompany her.
He initially refused, but Aunt Lan's stern admonition compelled him to comply. After they departed, Aunt Lan expressed her disapproval of her brother-in-law. At the university, Professor Su Shan summoned Luo Chen, expressing his profound disappointment in Luo Chen's recent unruly behavior. Luo Chen dismissed his actions and refused to admit any wrongdoing, asserting his right to pursue the girl he loved.
Professor Su reminded him that Nan Sheng already had a boyfriend, but Luo Chen arrogantly believed Nan Sheng was confusing gratitude with love for Lin Heping and stated his intention to "save her" from this predicament. Seeing Luo Chen's unrepentant attitude, Professor Su ordered him to write a self-criticism. Luo Chen defiantly accepted the punishment, declaring he would continue to like Nan Sheng regardless, which left Professor Su enraged and speechless.
Lin Heping sped along on his bicycle with Nan Sheng, causing her to jump off midway, complaining about his reckless speed. Lin Heping apologized, and Nan Sheng pressed him to share his worries. He confessed that his craft business was in trouble because a factory refused to print on his products, citing copyright issues. Nan Sheng suggested Xu Zhen Sheng could help with the design.
Lin Heping expressed doubt in Xu Zhen Sheng's ability, so Nan Sheng tentatively considered Luo Chen as an alternative. Lin Heping's mood soured, realizing her thoughts. In that moment, Nan Sheng spontaneously kissed Lin Heping and confessed her deep feelings for him. Overwhelmed with joy, Lin Heping reciprocated, expressing his own affection, and the two officially became a couple. He then happily rode her back to school, cherishing their new relationship.
Later, Lin Heping excitedly shared the news of his and Nan Sheng's confirmed relationship with A Li. While he was ecstatic, A Li felt a pang of sadness, realizing she had developed feelings for him, though she resolved to maintain a sisterly front. Lin Heping also informed her that Nan Sheng had suggested Xu Zhen Sheng create cartoon designs for their products. A Li expressed doubt about Xu Zhen Sheng's ability, but Lin Heping was willing to trust him.
In the art studio, Xu Zhen Sheng was struggling to complete the cartoon designs after two days of effort. Nan Sheng earnestly encouraged him, emphasizing the importance of the designs. Just then, Xiao Xi arrived to inform Nan Sheng that Luo Chen's punishment notice had been posted. Xu Zhen Sheng reacted with gleeful satisfaction, earning a reproving look from Xiao Xi. Concerned for Luo Chen, Nan Sheng immediately went with Xiao Xi to see the notice.
Upon seeing the punishment notice, Nan Sheng felt it was unfair to Luo Chen, acknowledging Lin Heping's role in the conflict, and decided to apologize. Luo Chen arrived, appearing indifferent to his punishment. Knowing they needed designs, he offered a draft he had created, explaining that he drew them not for Lin Heping, but for Nan Sheng to "clear the debts that she's owed him." Nan Sheng refused to accept the designs on these terms.
Luo Chen insisted and pushed the drawings onto Xiao Xi. When Xiao Xi brought the designs to Nan Sheng at the art studio, Nan Sheng firmly reiterated her refusal. However, Xu Zhen Sheng saw the designs, and after they left, he plagiarized them. He later presented them to Lin Heping and A Li, falsely claiming they were his own. Impressed by the quality, they praised him. Lin Heping and A Li enthusiastically set up a stall at a night market.
They managed to sell several items, attracting customers with Nan Sheng's calligraphy on the products. From her dorm, Nan Sheng called home, only to be met with Aunt Lan's complaints about Lin Heping neglecting his studies to sell handicrafts. Nan Sheng defended him, emphasizing his need for encouragement. Meanwhile, Nan Sheng's uncle approached Aunt Lan, seeking to borrow 500 yuan for mandatory training for a new job.
Aunt Lan vehemently refused, accusing him of using it as an excuse to borrow money. Just then, Lin Heping returned, proudly announcing he had sold all ten boxes of goods. His mother immediately deflated his pride, dismissing his earnings as insignificant. Lin Heping shrugged off her criticism and put his money in a drawer. Lin Heping and Nan Sheng went on a date. He excitedly told her about the successful sales.
She then presented him with a painting she had drawn: a cartoon of a couple in wedding attire seen from behind. He playfully declared it their "wedding photo" and expressed his desire to keep it as a precious collection, much to Nan Sheng's embarrassed amusement. They engaged in playful teasing. Later that night, Nan Sheng's uncle, having lost all his money on lottery tickets, secretly entered Lin Heping's room while he slept and stole the earnings from his drawer.
The next day, Nan Sheng returned to the house just as Lin Heping, eager to show his earnings, opened his drawer to find it empty. Shocked, he questioned his mother, who recalled that Nan Sheng's uncle had been in the room earlier and had tried to borrow money from her, suggesting he was the likely culprit. Nan Sheng, however, found it hard to believe her uncle would steal.
Lin Heping and Nan Sheng frantically searched for her uncle, but he was gone. Just then, A Li arrived with good news, but Nan Sheng had to deliver the crushing news that their earnings had likely been stolen by her uncle. A Li was devastated and furious, lashing out at Nan Sheng about the jeopardized future of their business. Lin Heping defended Nan Sheng, prompting A Li to accuse him of favoring Nan Sheng over her and her hard work.
A Li vehemently urged Nan Sheng to locate her uncle and retrieve the money, which Nan Sheng promised to do as she rushed off to find him. Luo Chen, wanting to know Nan Sheng's reaction to his designs, inquired with Xiao Xi. She revealed that Nan Sheng hadn't accepted them, but Xu Zhen Sheng had plagiarized them and was claiming them as his own.
Enraged, Luo Chen immediately confronted Xu Zhen Sheng, who righteously admitted to the deception, arguing Lin Heping would not have accepted the designs otherwise. When Luo Chen asked if Nan Sheng knew, Xu Zhen Sheng claimed she had given her tacit approval. Luo Chen decided to let him off for the time being. After Xu Zhen Sheng left, Luo Chen uncovered a canvas, revealing a beautifully drawn portrait of Nan Sheng.
He reflected internally that he had fallen in love with Nan Sheng at first sight and had poured his heart into this painting, considering it the true gift he wished to give her.
