Resumen del episodio 23 de About Love
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Xiao Bei met with An Miu to confront her about the recent scheme involving Dr. Lin Chen. An Miu admitted that she had provided Guan Jie with the details of Xiao Bei’s past history with the doctor to initiate the "loyalty test."
Regarding the incriminating photos, she confessed that Lin Chen was indeed only performing hypnotherapy; the windows had remained open the entire time, and once Li Xiaoxi fell asleep, the doctor simply sat by the window to drink coffee and look at the scenery. Despite the truth being revealed, An Miu remained defiant, arguing that investigating the doctor had been a mutual decision and suggesting that the two had likely gone on other dates to places like the cinema.
Xiao Bei firmly told her that he had only ever seen her as a younger sister and that there was no possibility of a romantic relationship. Overcome with resentment, An Miu left, calling herself a fool for ever loving him. Seeking a distraction, Xiao Bei visited Gong, bringing along BBQ skewers made with Ningxia Tan Mutton, Xinjiang cumin, and Xi'an chili.
While Gong was in the bathroom dealing with an upset stomach caused by the food, Xiao Bei happened to see an image of Li Xiaoxi on Gong’s computer screen. Later that evening, Xiao Bei stood outside Li Xiaoxi’s building for a long time, hesitating to go up, unaware that she was watching him from her window. Meanwhile, Zhen drove Dr. Lin to work.
Lin noted that Zhen’s sudden kindness was born out of guilt for dragging him into her personal disputes rather than genuine affection, which left him feeling saddened. An Miu reached out to Guan Jie, informing her that Xiao Bei and Li Xiaoxi had reconciled and asking if there were any other ways to drive them apart.
Guan Jie, however, had lost interest in the matter, coldly stating that if a man truly loves a woman, he will accept whatever she does. She told An Miu that she and Xiao Bei were simply not the same kind of people. Yu and Xiu finally met at the Civil Affairs Bureau to finalize their divorce after the mandatory thirty-day cooling-off period. Afterward, they visited the spot where they had their first date.
Xiu was overcome with regret, remembering how he had once given Yu a unicorn necklace to symbolize loyalty and apologizing for ruining everything. Yu told him that they were both responsible for the failure of their marriage, urged him to be more decisive in his future relationships, and suggested they never see each other again. When Xiu returned to the house to pack his remaining belongings, Yu’s mother was already there with movers.
She treated Xiu with open hostility, declaring that everything associated with their marriage was bad luck. She ordered the movers to take everything, including the coffee table, and told Xiu to take his dog and vanish from Yu’s life forever. The consequences of the photo scandal continued to ripple through everyone's lives. A property manager approached Ming Ming, demanding she move her studio out of the industrial park.
He explained that her presence was negatively affecting the "feng shui" and that neighboring maternity and childcare businesses were complaining. Ming Ming protested, citing her heavy investment in renovations, but the manager remained firm. To make matters worse, Ming Ming’s employee informed her that she was leaving to work at another studio. At his own workplace, Da Sen went to submit a design proposal to his boss, Mr. Chen.
He found Chen and another executive, Mr. Cao, leering at Ming Ming’s leaked photos. Disgusted by their behavior, Da Sen confronted them, calling them vulgar and shameful before resigning on the spot. Da Sen did not initially tell Ming Ming about his resignation, but his sister and mother soon found out. His mother called him in tears, blaming Ming Ming for his job loss and demanding he break up with her and apologize to his boss.
Ming Ming overheard the entire conversation. Later that evening, the group of friends gathered to drink. Da Sen reflected on his situation, telling the others that he had realized nothing else mattered as long as Ming Ming was happy. Xiu discussed the complexity of human nature, noting how a man could be unfaithful yet still be willing to sacrifice everything for the woman he lost.
Xiu officially welcomed the group to the "Bachelor Club," though he admitted he was struggling with the loss of his marriage. After the others left, Xiao Bei stayed behind with Gong. Having seen Gong’s computer earlier, Xiao Bei revealed he knew that Gong was the artist behind the "Shou Gongyuan" comics and that the character "Ximei" was based on Li Xiaoxi.
Gong admitted his feelings, confessing that he loved Li Xiaoxi but acknowledged that she only saw him as a friend. He insisted his feelings were his own business and wouldn't interfere with their relationship. Li Xiaoxi later sent a message to Xiao Bei asking to talk, but Xiao Bei turned her down, saying it was too late and she should rest.
The night ended abruptly when Gong received a frantic phone call from his mother, telling him that his father had been in a serious accident and he needed to come home immediately.
