Hello, My Shining Lover Episode 16 Recap
> Hello, My Shining Lover Recap
After a restless night, Si Da decides against playing hard to get and returns because he cannot bear to see Du Guruonan unhappy. He believes it is enough to quietly watch over her, even if his love is unrequited. Meanwhile, Du Guruonan is distraught, discussing Si Da's disappearance with Ji Mo. She decides she must search for him across Dali, and Ji Mo offers to accompany her. When she spots Si Da, she rushes to hug him, visibly relieved.
She scolds him for being unreachable all night, telling him he worried her to death. Si Da apologizes, claiming he lost his phone and got lost. Du Guruonan accepts his apology, reminding him that as an artist, he needs to take responsibility for his actions and resolve personal distractions. She emphasizes he must not be unreachable again. Si Da notices Ji Mo's presence and asks Du Guruonan about their relationship.
She clarifies that Ji Mo merely helped her search for him and is now leaving. Ji Mo then leaves them. Du Guruonan accompanies Si Da to the music video shoot, encouraging him to relax and enjoy the process. Si Da performs well, earning praise from the director. Suddenly, Shen Qiansha barges onto the set, grabbing Si Da and urging him to run, claiming her father's men are after them and would "break his legs."
Si Da, concerned about his unfinished music video, is swept away by Shen Qiansha, who promises they will distract the pursuers and he can return later. He calls out to Du Guruonan, promising to come back. Du Guruonan, confused by the sudden chaos, is prompted by Ji Mo to chase after them.
In their pursuit, Du Guruonan and Ji Mo accidentally overturn a fruit stall, leading to a confrontation with the angry owner who threatens to call the police, delaying their chase. Meanwhile, Shen Qiansha and Si Da find a hiding spot. Shen Qiansha observes Si Da's discomfort and he reveals he has opposite-sex interaction disorder, feeling unwell when women are too close.
Intrigued, Shen Qiansha remarks on his unique condition, noting he's a handsome 20-year-old who has never been in love and blushes around girls. She asks why the woman he likes doesn't reciprocate his feelings. Si Da explains that the woman only sees him as a younger brother, not a man. Shen Qiansha dismisses the woman as "strange," but then reconsiders, deciding Si Da is the "unique one."
She believes men like him trigger women's maternal and protective instincts, declaring him her "ideal boyfriend." Si Da, unnerved, tries to leave, while Shen Qiansha excitedly thinks she's found her true love. At the police station, Du Guruonan apologizes to Ji Mo for involving him, but Ji Mo, accustomed to her chaotic presence, remarks that with her, anything is possible. Du Guruonan expresses her anxiety about Si Da's disappearance and the unknown people chasing him.
Ji Mo suggests Si Da might be back at the hotel and reveals he himself missed his flight due to the incident and had to rebook. Du Guruonan playfully chides him, reminding him he's caused her plenty of trouble over time. She notes the irony of them ending up at the police station together again, just like in Shanghai, and wonders if life would be simpler if they were merely friends or not "rivals," without so many "accidents and stories."
Ji Mo, however, expresses that he is glad to have met her, regardless. Du Guruonan agrees, seeing it as an opportunity to spend more time with him. Meanwhile, Si Da rushes back to the MV set only to discover the crew has left. The director informs him that Du Guruonan was arrested for getting into a fight while chasing him. Si Da, accompanied by the director, heads to the police station, while Shen Qiansha insists on joining them.
Si Da vehemently tells Shen Qiansha to go home, calling her "nothing but trouble" and expressing frustration that Du Guruonan is now involved because of her. Shen Qiansha reminds him of her support during his heartbreak and accuses him of abandoning her for the woman he likes. Si Da, in turn, declares Du Guruonan's immense importance to him, stating he would abandon anyone for her.
Eventually, the police confirm that Du Guruonan and Ji Mo bear no responsibility and are free to leave. Si Da, waiting anxiously outside, immediately apologizes to Du Guruonan as she exits with Ji Mo. Ji Mo leaves them to talk, heading back to the hotel. Si Da explains that he helped Shen Qiansha because she claimed to have nowhere to stay, but Du Guruonan scolds his naivety, warning of ulterior motives.
Si Da asserts his desire to solve problems independently, to which Du Guruonan sarcastically points out his "solution" led her to jail. She explains that she was the one arrested to protect his professional record from a major stain, urging him to never jeopardize his career again and to always be reachable. Si Da remorsefully promises to behave. They then head to eat. Later, at the hotel, Ji Mo hands Du Guruonan her room card.
After Si Da goes to his room, Ji Mo tells Du Guruonan he has something to take care of and leaves, seemingly for the wishing tree. Du Guruonan finds him there. Ji Mo reveals he came to Yunnan for work and intended to avoid her, believing that staying away was the last thing he could do for her. He confesses he felt presumptuous for holding "unrealistic fantasies." Du Guruonan tells him she had hoped he would be there.
She then reflects on their encounters, suggesting they make this goodbye more "ceremonial." She admits that despite being past the age of "blind love," he still makes her heart pound, and she wants to be brave for love one more time, unwilling for their connection to simply end. She proposes they act as lovers until sunset, and after that, everything will return to normal, leaving their memories at this spot.
As they join others watching the sunset, they share a kiss. After the sun fully sets, Du Guruonan muses that with a sense of ceremony, saying goodbye doesn't feel as sad, acknowledging their temporary romantic interlude has come to an end. Afterward, Du Guruonan sits on her balcony, distraught. Drunk, she summons the courage to find Ji Mo in his room, hoping to fight for their relationship and understand his true feelings.
When confronted by Du Guruonan, Ji Mo admits he likes her, but he cannot let go of his past with his ex-girlfriend Su Xiao. He explains he has been trying to control himself, but it's hard not to be moved by her. Du Guruonan understands, recognizing that both of them are too restrained in their feelings, which has led to many missed opportunities.
She states she doesn't want to miss him anymore or become strangers, and proposes they start over as friends. The next morning, Du Guruonan awakens to room service. A hotel staff member explains that a gentleman, knowing she was drunk last night, arranged for congee and hangover tea, along with a card. The card reads "Friend, See you in Shanghai."
Later, on her flight back to Shanghai, Du Guruonan is on the phone, describing a handsome male passenger she initially presumes is Japanese. During the call, she accidentally spills water on him. She profusely apologizes and offers to replace his shirt, but he good-naturedly declines, suggesting she buy him a glass of red wine instead. She expresses her surprise that he is Chinese, and he clarifies that he was speaking Japanese on the phone with a client.
Upon returning to her company, Du Guruonan finds her boss meeting with the same man from the plane. Her boss introduces him as Zhao Yucheng, the shareholder and CEO of Ruiqi Group. Zhao Yucheng and Du Guruonan acknowledge they've already met. The boss hopes to establish a partnership for Yuxing Entertainment artists to endorse Ruiqi Group, suggesting artist Song Zihao.
However, Zhao Yucheng expresses greater interest in Si Da, having been impressed by his emotional singing, genuine character, and unique past as a model for Wing Fashion. He believes Si Da has the potential to become a versatile artist, especially under Du Guruonan's management. Du Guruonan thanks him for his interest in Si Da, and Zhao Yucheng reiterates his admiration for both of them, suggesting their "special connection" means they will definitely meet again.
He promises to treat her to dinner another day. Tong Tong, filled with jealousy, confronts Du Guruonan, accusing her of leveraging powerful men for career advancement. She asserts that Du Guruonan first relied on Ji Mo of Wing Fashion to launch Si Da's modeling career, and now, swiftly after, has "latched onto" Zhao Yucheng of Ruiqi Group. Tong Tong provocatively suggests that Du Guruonan is two-timing Ji Mo, wondering if he is aware of her flirtations with Zhao Yucheng.
Enraged by the mention of Ji Mo, Du Guruonan raises her hand as if to strike, causing Tong Tong to stumble backward and fall, leading Du Guruonan to sarcastically question if she's trying to fake an injury. Meanwhile, at Wing Fashion, Ji Mo chairs a meeting about the upcoming Pan-Asia International Film Festival. His team emphasizes the festival's significant commercial value and the potential to boost Wing Fashion's international influence by having celebrities wear their designs on the red carpet.
They recommend bidding for sponsorship again, highlighting their consistent three-year streak as the largest sponsor. Later, Ji Mo meets with Director Hu to discuss their sponsorship proposal. Noticing Director Hu's hesitant reaction, Ji Mo offers to increase the sponsorship by five percent. Director Hu declines, explaining that the issue is not financial but rather that they have received numerous proposals this year and are seeking ways to "improve" the festival.
He promises to have his team thoroughly evaluate Wing Fashion's proposal and get back to Ji Mo, who expresses understanding for Director Hu's cautious approach. As Du Guruonan prepares to leave work, she encounters Zhao Yucheng, who has waited for her to invite her to dinner. She initially declines, citing fatigue from a busy workday.
However, when Zhao Yucheng mentions that the dinner would be an opportunity to discuss the "spokesperson matter," Du Guruonan's demeanor immediately shifts, and she enthusiastically accepts, stating that work always energizes her. During dinner, Du Guruonan promptly begins to advocate for Si Da as Ruiqi Group's brand spokesperson.
She argues that for a major corporation like Ruiqi, the spokesperson's fame is less important than their alignment with the brand image, and she believes Si Da, despite being a newcomer, perfectly embodies this. Zhao Yucheng gently interrupts her, reminding her that this is only their third meeting and they are just beginning to establish a professional relationship. He advises her not to be "too hasty," drawing a parallel between work and relationships, both of which, he suggests, require "careful nurturing." Du Guruonan apologizes for her impatience.
