Hello Mr. Gu Episode 23 Recap
> Hello Mr. Gu Recap
Following their argument, Zhou Jianqing is further frustrated when Gu Nanzhou's apology comes in the form of a generic chocolate voucher, feeling it lacks any personal thought. Anxious about her reaction, Gu Nanzhou is at a loss. Soon after, Jiang Jingxuan arrives with fish congee and salad for him. Remembering Zhou Jianqing's new rule, he firmly declines the congee, stating that he will now only consume congee "prepared by his girlfriend."
Taking the opportunity, Jiang Jingxuan subtly tries to undermine Zhou Jianqing by recounting a story about her niece, who imposes strict rules on her boyfriend while acting freely with other men. Despite her attempts to sow discord, Gu Nanzhou also refuses the salad. Meanwhile, Zhou Zixuan plans a "classic movie marathon" with Su Youxia, complete with fried chicken and beer.
Complaining of back pain from sleeping on a bench all night to avoid being discovered, he asks her for a massage. As the moment becomes intimate and they lean in for a kiss, they are interrupted by Zhou Jianqing's arrival, forcing Zhou Zixuan to hide once again. Zhou Jianqing enters and immediately complains to Su Youxia about Gu Nanzhou’s insincere apology, showing the chocolate voucher as proof and vowing not to return home until he apologizes properly.
From his hiding spot, Zhou Zixuan desperately signals for Su Youxia to get rid of her. Su Youxia defends Gu Nanzhou, suggesting the voucher gives Zhou Jianqing the freedom to choose what she likes. Changing the subject, Zhou Jianqing casually mentions that Zhou Zixuan is dating a "super gorgeous" and "proactive" woman with a "wild personality," implying he prefers that type over "good girls" like Su Youxia.
Su Youxia is visibly taken aback, as Zhou Zixuan had never mentioned this, while he listens in distress from his hiding place. Later, recalling the many coupons in Zhou Jianqing's notebook, Gu Nanzhou sends her a collection of promotional vouchers. The next morning, a furious Zhou Jianqing calls him an "idiot." Having endured a night of his sister's presence, Zhou Zixuan texts Gu Nanzhou, urging him to retrieve her.
He advises him to stop sending vouchers, apologize sincerely, and then "pin her to the wall" to win her over. Encouraged, Gu Nanzhou postpones a meeting and, with Jiang Jingxuan's help, finds Miyamoto at his hotel. Using gestures due to his limited Japanese, Gu Nanzhou earnestly asks the artist to redraw the damaged painting. Miyamoto seems to understand, asking if he loves her. In response, Gu Nanzhou simply bows and expresses his profuse gratitude.
Witnessing this, Jiang Jingxuan realizes Gu Nanzhou postponed an important meeting for Zhou Jianqing and expresses deep envy for her luck in love. Unaware of her feelings, Gu Nanzhou suggests Jiang Xiaochuan can help her find a boyfriend. Zhang Yin arranges to meet Zhou Jianqing at a Western restaurant to discuss an "urgent matter." Gu Nanzhou spots them and discreetly takes a table nearby.
While Zhang Yin steps away to the restroom to practice a love confession with a rose in hand, Gu Nanzhou texts Zhou Jianqing, asking where she is. She curtly replies, "It's none of your business." When Zhang Yin returns, before he can confess, Zhou Jianqing launches into a tirade about Gu Nanzhou being a "control freak" who is suspicious of her professional relationship with Zhang Yin.
Overhearing everything from behind his menu, Gu Nanzhou reveals himself, stating he is there to apologize. Gu Nanzhou pulls Zhou Jianqing from the restaurant, leaving a dejected Zhang Yin holding the rose. He sincerely apologizes for doubting her and for ruining the drawing. He then presents his gift: the new painting, personally redrawn by Miyamoto. Overjoyed and touched, Zhou Jianqing forgives him.
Later, Gu Nanzhou serves her crayfish, proudly claiming to have cooked it himself and reciting the recipe from memory as proof. However, Zhou Jianqing sees through his lie and playfully gets him to admit he ordered takeout. He confesses he did it to learn the recipe, promising to cook it for her himself one day. Amused by his elaborate effort, she reaffirms her forgiveness.
While Zhou Jianqing and Gu Nanzhou reconcile, Zhou Zixuan tries to placate a jealous Su Youxia, clarifying that his relationship with his "proactive" client is strictly professional. To prove his sincerity, he awkwardly holds a rose in his mouth, explaining his clumsiness is proof of his genuine feelings for her. After he promises he only loves her, Su Youxia forgives him.
Their moment is interrupted by a call from Zhou Jianqing, who gushes about Gu Nanzhou's "adorable" apology, detailing the redrawn painting and the crayfish incident. Exasperated by her rambling, Zhou Zixuan snatches the phone and yells, "Stop pestering my Su Youxia! We're on a date!" After hanging up, he kisses a surprised Su Youxia.
Stunned by the news, Zhou Jianqing declares she must go to Su Youxia's house to save her from the "big devil," but Gu Nanzhou stops her, advising that outsiders shouldn't meddle in relationships.
