Don't Disturb My Study Episode 21 Recap
> Don't Disturb My Study Recap
At the centennial oath-taking rally, the principal delivered a concise yet powerful speech, emphasizing that the next 100 days were crucial and urged students to clench their teeth and sprint towards excellent college entrance examination results. As hundreds of balloons gracefully floated skyward, the students made their wishes, looking forward to the intense sprint phase ahead. In Class Seven, during a quick test, Zhang Chao eagerly volunteered an answer.
Although his answer was incorrect, Mr. Wang expressed appreciation for Zhang Chao's positive attitude, noting the class's collective effort and shared goal. Just then, Director Zhang arrived and called Mr. Wang out of the classroom. Upon returning, Mr. Wang announced two pieces of news. First, Wang Feng from Class Two was transferring to Hong Kong for her studies, vacating a spot.
Second, after school discussions, Nan Xiangwan, as the 50th-ranked student in the grade, would be transferred to Class Two based on the school's Class Exchange System. The classmates celebrated, recognizing this as the fulfillment of Nan Xiangwan's long-standing wish. However, despite her past aspirations, Nan Xiangwan surprised everyone by declaring her decision not to go to Class Two, stating she simply "can't bear to leave" her classmates. Mr. Wang respected her choice.
Later, when discussing it with her mother, Nan Xiangwan reiterated her decision, which greatly upset her mother, who stressed the superior learning environment and better university prospects in Class Two. Meanwhile, Lin Xiaoran, upon hearing Nan Xiangwan's true feelings, was taken aback but struggled to hide his underlying joy. He later insisted to other classmates that Nan Xiangwan should still go to Class Two.
Meanwhile, at the laundry shop, Nan Xiangwan's mother was washing clothes for Wang Feng's mother, who revealed that her daughter, Wang Feng, was indeed moving to Hong Kong permanently. Later, Wang Feng personally visited Nan Xiangwan, apologizing for her past rude and mocking behavior.
She confessed that her actions stemmed from deep insecurity and fear of being dropped from Class Two, as she felt less naturally gifted than most of her classmates and attributed her success solely to relentless effort, likening her daily struggle to "standing on the edge of a cliff." She shared her meticulously organized study notes, divided by difficulty, with Nan Xiangwan, acknowledging Nan Xiangwan's own strength in detailed and patient learning.
Nan Xiangwan comforted Wang Feng, emphasizing that true success comes from persistent hard work rather than innate talent, drawing parallels to the story of "Lament over the Oblivion of Zhongyong." Touched, Wang Feng advised Nan Xiangwan to make friends in Hong Kong and encouraged her to keep working hard, explicitly stating she had left the Class Two spot for Nan Xiangwan and that Nan Xiangwan should seize the opportunity.
Driven by the conviction that only Class Two offered places for independent enrollment, Lin Xiaoran privately organized a surprise farewell for Nan Xiangwan. Unaware of the plan, Nan Xiangwan found her path into the classroom blocked by her classmates, including Zhang Chao, who held up posters filled with well wishes. They sang a poignant farewell song, symbolizing their shared journey. Lin Xiaoran, visibly emotional, guided a tearful Nan Xiangwan to Liu Yubai, then stood aside, discreetly wiping his own tears.
Her classmates offered heartfelt advice, urging her to take care of herself and to return to them if anyone ever bullied her. Nan Xiangwan, crying, bid them goodbye and walked silently into the Class Two classroom. Mr. Liao, however, remained unmoved by the emotional scene, believing it a waste of time and emphasizing that academic study should always be the priority. Upon entering Class Two, Mr. Liao offered Nan Xiangwan a chance to choose her seat.
She promptly requested to sit next to Zhu Cong, declaring her clear ambition to become the top student in the entire school. Hu Bingbing, Zhu Cong's current deskmate, enthusiastically agreed to switch, much to Zhu Cong's surprise. Hu Bingbing then passionately vented about her three years of "suffocation" as Zhu Cong's deskmate.
She detailed his "mutual aid" method, which involved mercilessly critiquing her English to the point of causing her to stammer, meticulously correcting every step of her math problems, and even scolding her using Classical Chinese, making him more terrifying than a teacher. Zhu Cong defended his actions, claiming he was helping her "become more perfect." Nan Xiangwan observed his sharp tongue but recognized his underlying helpfulness.
Though Zhu Cong initially stated he wouldn't assist her, he soon offered her a meticulously organized set of notes on confusing question types. In the days that followed, both classes returned to a focused and diligent study routine. Lin Xiaoran frequently visited Nan Xiangwan in Class Two, bringing her food despite her mother's special "Special meal," tidying her desk, and offering to organize notes for Class Seven.
He openly admitted to missing her motivating presence, while Class Seven students also expressed how much they missed Nan Xiangwan's direct encouragement and felt a lack of motivation without her. Meanwhile, Lin Xiaoran, having successfully passed the initial pilot examination, pranked Nan Xiangwan by feigning disappointment. Nan Xiangwan, genuinely concerned, analyzed potential issues and advised him to appeal.
Lin Xiaoran then gleefully revealed he had passed, enjoying her sincere reaction, and promised to diligently protect his health for the upcoming double check later that month. Nan Xiangwan, still protective, continued to emphasize the importance of his well-being. Despite Nan Xiangwan's move, Class Seven remained motivated, understanding that Nan Xiangwan's hard-earned spot in Class Two was crucial for her goal of independent enrollment at Guanhua University. They collectively committed to continuing their hard work, determined not to give her any reason to worry and ensuring they would all succeed together.
