Girlfriend Episode 5 Recap
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Wen Xiaonuan was attempting to leave a room when Ye Feimo demanded she depart. She refused and, in a fit of frustration, threw half an apple core at him, which he did not catch. Ye Feimo suddenly collapsed, clutching his stomach and crying out in pain. Wen Xiaonuan, initially skeptical and accusing him of bluffing, became frantic. She tried to call Sister Xiaojing, but Ye Feimo insisted she call a doctor instead.
Wen Xiaonuan struggled to find a doctor's number, but Doctor Lu soon arrived to examine Ye Feimo. Doctor Lu explained that Ye Feimo was suffering from acute gastroenteritis due to severe indigestion, likely from irregular eating habits and overeating. Wen Xiaonuan was confused, stating Ye Feimo hadn't eaten much earlier. After the doctor left, Wen Xiaonuan found Ye Feimo surprisingly docile while sick.
She initially believed he had discarded the meals she prepared, but then realized he had consumed all of them, which caused his illness. This revelation touched her, and she diligently followed the doctor's instructions for his care, closely monitoring his water intake and body temperature. The next morning, Ye Feimo felt much better and, true to form, began bickering with Wen Xiaonuan.
He complained about her being noisy while he was using the bathroom, even though she was just trying to help him. Meanwhile, Ling'er expressed her fury to Jiang Fang about being replaced in her acting role. She revealed that Ye Feimo had her removed simply because she slapped Wen Xiaonuan during filming. Jiang Fang asked if she had slapped "Nuannuan," causing Ling'er to accuse him of still caring for Wen Xiaonuan.
Ling'er then lashed out, fabricating accusations that Wen Xiaonuan was stringing Jiang Fang along while simultaneously seducing Ye Feimo. She even claimed to have discovered Wen Xiaonuan living at Ye Feimo's house, painting Wen Xiaonuan as a hypocrite who seduced Anning's CEO despite her claims of integrity. Jiang Fang, though wanting to defend Wen Xiaonuan, tried to appease Ling'er by asserting that his past with Wen Xiaonuan was over and that he only cared about Ling'er now.
He then tried to change the subject by suggesting they go to a famous restaurant. Later, Ye Feimo, still recovering, insisted on not lying down for too long. He asked Wen Xiaonuan to find ancient-themed fantasy movies as reference for a new project about the Cowherd and Girl Weaver story. Wen Xiaonuan suggested that traditional operas, like Huangmei opera, could offer inspiration for traditional elements.
Ye Feimo, however, stated that as a commercial film aimed at young audiences, it needed to align with contemporary aesthetics, finding traditional elements outdated. Wen Xiaonuan disagreed and managed to find a clip of "Cowherd and Girl Weaver" online. Watching it, Wen Xiaonuan became deeply emotional and cried profusely, while Ye Feimo remained impassive, focusing only on filmmaking techniques and scene language. Wen Xiaonuan questioned his constant coldness, asking if he ever experienced genuine emotion.
Ye Feimo then produced a brooch, which he said he found in room 5203 of a restaurant, and returned it to Wen Xiaonuan. She realized that his previous public advertisement was meant to find her, though he claimed she wasn't the person he was originally looking for. Ye Feimo dismissed the matter, stating the item was returned and the issue was resolved, then abruptly asked her to cook for him, noting the fridge was empty.
Wen Xiaonuan pondered over the brooch, which she had purchased as an employment gift but never given. Suddenly, Jiang Fang appeared, confronting Wen Xiaonuan. He questioned her living with Ye Feimo, accusing her of "selling herself" and abandoning their relationship for a directorial position at Yaohua. Jiang Fang desperately tried to prevent her from leaving, grabbing her and expressing how heartbroken he was. Wen Xiaonuan, feeling deeply hurt by his words, struggled free.
She then handed him the brooch, explaining it was the employment gift she had bought for him, symbolizing her past love. She declared that by accepting it, all ties between them would be severed. Unbeknownst to them, their entire conversation was secretly filmed by someone observing them. Later, Wen Xiaonuan was at a supermarket, where she briefly bought some shampoo that was advertised to increase "luck in relationships," noting that Ye Feimo seemed to use it.
While shopping for groceries, she carefully selected a thermos, considering Ye Feimo's delicate stomach. Miss Cheng approached her, her voice familiar, and encouraged Wen Xiaonuan to buy the thermos for her "friend," suggesting she force him to use it to drink more hot water. Wen Xiaonuan, denying he was her boyfriend, admitted he had a weak stomach and she cared for him. Miss Cheng's warm demeanor made Wen Xiaonuan feel comfortable, and they chatted happily.
Miss Cheng then gave Wen Xiaonuan a ride home. Wen Xiaonuan was stunned when Ye Feimo came out of the house, and Miss Cheng revealed herself to be his mother. Ye Feimo's mother expressed her immense fondness for Wen Xiaonuan, thanking her for the positive change she had brought in Ye Feimo's usually introverted personality over just a few days. She even "authorized" Wen Xiaonuan to discipline Ye Feimo, urging her not to spoil him.
After Miss Cheng left, Ling'er was shown, revealing she was the one who had sent someone to film Wen Xiaonuan and Jiang Fang. She glared, vowing to make Wen Xiaonuan "wait and see," believing Wen Xiaonuan was still clinging to Jiang Fang and planning something malicious against her. True to form, Ye Feimo was back to his demanding self. Wen Xiaonuan tried to give him his medicine, but he pushed it away, announcing that it was the last packet.
Concerned for his health, Wen Xiaonuan texted Ye Feimo that she was going out to buy more, then headed out into the heavy rain to find a pharmacy. As she walked alone in the dark night, Ye Feimo, at home, began to worry about her safety. Ling'er's hired attacker, who had been following Wen Xiaonuan, closed in. Wen Xiaonuan desperately tried to call Ye Feimo, but he didn't answer. Just as she feared she would be harmed, Ye Feimo unexpectedly appeared behind her, striking down her assailant.
