Got a Crush on You Episode 24 Recap
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Qian Cheng, accustomed to a pampered life, experienced hardship for the first time after joining the rescue team. He willingly endured these challenges, driven by his desire to become capable enough to help Gao Qingyin, acknowledging that Su Qingche’s versatility was a quality he admired and aimed to surpass. Meanwhile, Song Xingchen’s store faced significant issues as raw material problems prevented timely shipments.
Professor Li summoned Song Xingchen to the university, delivering exciting news: she had been admitted to Priestley University’s world-class obstetrics Ph. D. program, starting this very year instead of waiting until next. The professor also provided her with course materials and notes, confident that Song Xingchen, always at the top of her class, would excel. Song Xingchen expressed profound gratitude, vowing not to let him down, and promised to handle the sudden three-year commitment effectively.
Later, Song Xingchen unexpectedly encountered Tang Ruize at the university. She thanked him for his intervention with her mother, which had stopped the meddling in her matchmaking. Tang Ruize revealed he had come to terms with things, stating that as long as she was happy, he was content.
He emphasized their continued friendship and acknowledged her past help with his career, advising her to look forward and be cautious in her choices, drawing a parallel to how his past decision to study abroad had led to their separation. Gao Qingyin, after shooting from morning till night, developed a cold. Her manager, Mengnan, complained about Gao Qingyin’s inability to decline demanding jobs, especially after enduring heavy rain one day and scorching sun the next.
Despite feeling unwell and overheating, Gao Qingyin insisted on finishing the shoot due to her dedication. However, she eventually succumbed to heatstroke and collapsed. Soon after, Qian Cheng discovered Gao Qingyin was running a fever through her social media. Worried, he rushed to her home, incessantly calling and knocking to no avail. Fearing the worst, he began to forcefully hit the door, injuring his arm in the process, only for Gao Qingyin to open it, perfectly fine, having taken medicine.
Gao Qingyin then treated Qian Cheng’s bruised arm. He explained his recent month-long training at Polar Night had made him neglect her. He then pressed her on why she had been avoiding him, not answering calls or messages. Gao Qingyin confessed her fear, admitting that ever since he saved her that night, her feelings towards him had changed, with his singing constantly replaying in her mind.
She worried it was merely a "backup effect" because she had decided to give up on her “brother” (Su Qingche), and she believed such a relationship would end tragically, and she wasn't worth his effort. Qian Cheng passionately refuted her fears, asserting that he had been sure of his feelings for her since their "Half Life" photoshoot at school. He revealed he had spoken to Mengnan privately to ensure all her photoshoot needs were met because he worried about her.
He declared he wasn't a replacement for anyone, and didn't care about their suitability, her past preferences, or her future relationships with Song Xingchen or Su Qingche. He simply wanted to express his true feelings: he liked her and wanted to be with her. Gao Qingyin, deeply moved, embraced him. Back at the Stardust store, Yang, the factory manager, informed Han Xiaoli that multiple factories were refusing to ship orders, citing raw material issues.
It became clear that Wanru was deliberately obstructing their supply chain. Han Xiaoli expressed her frustration to Song Xingchen, explaining that despite having paid for the products, they couldn’t receive them, jeopardizing their cash flow. Song Xingchen advised a phased approach: ship available products, explain the situation to customers, offer refunds with store coupons, or exchange for other brands.
Song Xingchen emphasized that Han Xiaoli needed to learn to handle problems independently, especially since Song Xingchen’s acceptance letter had arrived, and she would be starting her Ph. D. in September. Shortly after, Wanru initiated a direct meeting with Han Xiaoli. She smugly inquired if Han Xiaoli had found a solution to their supply issues, confirming her own involvement in sabotaging their shipments. Wanru then brazenly demanded LYS distribution rights and equity in Stardust.
Han Xiaoli vehemently refused, accusing Wanru of insidious tactics and declaring she would never betray Song Xingchen or relinquish their hard-earned store. Wanru remained unyielding, threatening dire consequences, including financial ruin, if Han Xiaoli didn't comply by the next morning. The following day, Wanru appeared at the store, attempting to take possession, but Han Xiaoli firmly reiterated her refusal to transfer the store, particularly to her. That evening, Lu Qun waited for Han Xiaoli after work, noticing her distress.
He took her to a restaurant where he prepared her a special stir-fried rice. Han Xiaoli confided that Wanru was behind their supply problems and expressed her fear and insecurity about managing the store alone once Song Xingchen left for her studies abroad. Lu Qun related his own past struggles with managing Polar Night, recalling how Qingche’s timely assistance saved it, and how he learned that mastering anything takes time.
He reassured her, promising to support her even after Song Xingchen left. Before her departure, Song Xingchen prepared a grand meal for Su Qingche, seeking to express her sincerity and perhaps appease him. Upon hearing about her acceptance to Priestley University, Su Qingche, though saddened by the impending separation, expressed his happiness for her, recognizing it as her long-held dream to become a great doctor.
Song Xingchen felt guilty, comparing her decision to Tang Ruize's past choice to study abroad, understanding the emotional burden on the person left behind. Su Qingche comforted her, dismissing the notion that distance or time could break them apart. He assured her they would video chat daily, and she would always sense his affection and support. He affectionately embraced her, expressing his reluctance to see her go.
Undaunted by Wanru’s threats, Han Xiaoli, after discussing with Song Xingchen, developed a bold new strategy: to expand their business by designing and launching their own brand of products in collaboration with their manufacturers, moving beyond being just a retail platform. Her initial focus was on creating ergonomic and aesthetically pleasing postpartum belly wraps for new mothers, recognizing a need for comfortable and beautiful options for women after childbirth.
Later, while tidying Han Xiaoli’s apartment, Lu Qun discovered an old love letter. He began reading it, but quickly stuffed it into his pocket when Han Xiaoli unexpectedly returned. Subsequently, Lu Qun used the letter's details to plan a surprise outing, taking Han Xiaoli to places mentioned in her letter, like a chicken cutlet stall, a takoyaki stand, and a boba shop from her school days.
Later, at a spicy crayfish restaurant, Lu Qun revealed he had found her letter and used it to plan their day. Han Xiaoli wasn’t upset, explaining she had written it years ago as a fleeting crush on their "campus heartthrob," who was now married with children. Lu Qun affectionately assured her he had all the patience in the world for her stories.
