Fifteen Years to Wait for Migratory Birds Episode 11 Recap
> Fifteen Years to Wait for Migratory Birds Recap
Pei Shangxuan was unable to enroll in night school as desired due to his criminal record. Feeling indignant, he called Li Li, who was unaware of his interview results, and vented his frustration, scolding her. This led Li Li to initially cancel or postpone her plans to go to an amusement park. However, she specifically met with Pei Shangxuan beforehand to understand the reason for his anger.
During their conversation, Pei Shangxuan felt struck by the harsh reality, awakening from his beautiful fantasies to confront his current situation and a future filled with uncertainty. He felt a deep sense of inferiority, realizing that while his friends had bright prospects, he seemed destined for an ordinary life. Li Li, seeing Pei Shangxuan's self-doubt, emotionally reminded him of his high school days, when he was spirited and an idol to many girls, always bravely facing challenges.
In her heart, he remained a generous and righteous hero, and despite the passage of time, her heroic image of him had not changed. Her heartfelt words greatly encouraged Pei Shangxuan, helping him recover from his dejected state and regain confidence. He then accompanied Li Li to the amusement park. Meanwhile, Qiu Zian had been waiting for Li Li at the amusement park for a long time.
With the help of Li Jun, who urged Li Li to come, Qiu Zian, dressed as a mascot, publicly confessed his deep affection for Li Li. Pei Shangxuan, watching this, became furious and interrupted, accusing Qiu Zian of being a playboy with a girlfriend who was also trying to pursue other girls. Pei Shangxuan successfully thwarted Qiu Zian's romantic overture.
Daniel, observing Pei Shangxuan's repeated interference in Li Li's interactions with other boys, suspected that Pei Shangxuan had feelings for Li Li. The next day, Qiu Zian demonstrated his persistence by first trying to find Li Li at her home, then going directly to her teaching building, leaving her no choice but to talk to him.
Li Li frankly rejected Qiu Zian, but he did not give up, vowing to silently protect her and offering to help Pei Shangxuan resolve the night school issue. True to his word, Qiu Zian, who came from a respectable and wealthy background, used his connections to convince the school leadership to admit Pei Shangxuan into night school. Li Li nervously presented the enrollment application form to Pei Shangxuan.
Sensing something amiss, Pei Shangxuan took the form and confronted Qiu Zian, initially refusing his help due to pride. Pei Shangxuan had intended to throw the application form back at Qiu Zian to show his disdain, but Qiu Zian, for once showing a firm resolve, sternly lectured Pei Shangxuan. This served as a wake-up call, prompting Pei Shangxuan to begin realizing his own feelings for Li Li.
Under Qiu Zian's goading, Pei Shangxuan decided to cherish the hard-won opportunity to study and demonstrate his abilities. Pei Shangxuan decided to acknowledge Li Li's kindness and vowed never to break a promise to her again. As the saying goes, "Pei Shangxuan's word is like a migratory bird, once flown, hard to catch." To prove his renewed commitment, Pei Shangxuan swore to show Li Li migratory birds that year.
Since it wasn't the right season, he devised a clever plan to use shadows, inviting Li Li to his convenience store at night for this. However, Li Li's mother fell ill and was hospitalized, preventing Li Li from keeping the appointment. During Pei Shangxuan's rehearsal, Su Su witnessed his efforts, which further increased her admiration for him. Over time, accumulated issues inevitably reached a breaking point.
When Pei Shangxuan later questioned Qiu Zian in front of Li Jun, her words made him realize that he and Li Li were ultimately different, and that Li Li deserved a brilliant and radiant life. He then formally met with Qiu Zian and gave him a detailed list of "notes" (presumably about Li Li's preferences and habits).
At the same time, Su Su confessed her feelings to Pei Shangxuan, and he accepted, recognizing that he, a young man with a criminal record, and Li Li, from a respectable background, belonged to two different worlds. Years passed. Li Li, on the verge of graduating and entering the workforce, was driven by Qiu Zian to an interview for a designer position at a new company. Qiu Zian had been pursuing Li Li for three to four years by then.
Years earlier, he had received a letter from Pei Shangxuan detailing Li Li's habits and preferences, with Pei Shangxuan expressing hope that Qiu Zian would take good care of her. However, despite Pei Shangxuan's hopes and his sustained efforts, Qiu Zian had regrettably failed to capture Li Li's heart.
