Hello, My Shining Lover Episode 28 Recap
> Hello, My Shining Lover Recap
Du Guruonan initially expected a simple 520 date involving dinner and a movie, but Ji Mo surprised her with a romantic trip to a horse farm. As they got ready, Ji Mo offered to let her ride a white horse, assuring her not to be nervous and to simply relax and enjoy the scenery. Du Guruonan expressed her gratitude, noting that while she had thought a simple date would suffice, Ji Mo's thoughtful arrangements made her very happy.
She mused that at her age, riding a white horse on the beach felt incredibly romantic. Ji Mo responded by saying that age shouldn't diminish childlike wonder, girlish hearts, or princess dreams, especially for someone like her who maintains such innocence despite workplace challenges. He vowed to be her steadfast fortress, guarding her sincerity and purity. Du Guruonan called it the most romantic confession she had ever heard, to which Ji Mo affectionately replied that he loved it.
She then shared her long-held dream of living close to nature, waking to birdsong and surrounded by lush greenery and clear skies, which Ji Mo promised to help her fulfill. Meanwhile, on the film set, Sida unexpectedly returned despite having taken the day off. Shen Qiansha, who had been recording acting clips for him to study, was surprised to see him. Sida explained that work felt more fitting for him.
After the day's shoot wrapped early, the director invited everyone to dinner. Shen Qiansha tried to decline on Sida's behalf, but Sida insisted on joining. To everyone's surprise, Song Zihao, who usually avoided group activities, also decided to join, stating he'd rather be bored with others than alone. At the KTV, Shen Qiansha diligently protected Sida from drinking too much, proudly claiming she could drink more than him.
Later, Song Zihao confronted Shen Qiansha in the hallway, chastising her for acting foolishly for Sida, which he found "stupid." She retorted that she didn't care what others thought as long as Sida was happy. Elsewhere, Ai Li accompanied Chen Fei'er to a bar in his capacity as her doctor, aiming to help her relax from recent stress. Chen Fei'er, however, started dancing intimately with another man. Ai Li quickly intervened, pulling her away and questioning her actions.
Chen Fei'er provocatively suggested he hug her instead, which he did, urging her to cheer up. Back at the beach, Ji Mo reminded Du Guruonan of his unfinished promise to watch a sunrise with her. He confessed that on that previous occasion, he was actually awake, his heart pounding for her, but had been undecided about their future. He now realized that a sunrise was best shared with someone.
Du Guruonan shared her feeling that their relationship still felt unreal, saying she was terrified of losing what she cherished so deeply. Ji Mo then asked if she would be willing to be with him. Before he could finish, Du Guruonan eagerly accepted, saying she heard his heart speak. Ji Mo smiled and confirmed his feelings, saying, "I like you. Let's be in love." The next day, back on set, Du Guruonan found Sida looking distracted.
When she offered to help him with his lines, she also used the script to subtly advise him that love is not about possession but knowing when to let go. Sida then used the opportunity to ask directly if she and Ji Mo were now together. Du Guruonan confirmed their new relationship, explaining that since Sida was like family, she was happy to share the news.
The revelation clearly upset Sida, who, struggling to control his emotions, abruptly left, citing filming commitments. At his office, Ji Mo received an email from Samantha, announcing her return to the country. Meanwhile, Ji Mo encountered Zhao Yucheng and directly informed him that he and Du Guruonan were now in a relationship, and that she was his girlfriend.
Zhao Yucheng scoffed, suggesting Du Guruonan, like Su Xiao, had made a mistake, and predicted Ji Mo would abandon this relationship halfway, just as he had with Su Xiao. Ji Mo countered that his past regrets with Su Xiao would only make him cherish his relationship with Du Guruonan more, ensuring no more regrets. Unconvinced, Zhao Yucheng sarcastically questioned Ji Mo's logic, asking if he had forgotten Su Xiao and his promises to her.
When Ji Mo stated it was time to move on, Zhao Yucheng ominously warned him to "take a good look" at Du Guruonan and Wing Fashion while he still had them, implying they might soon be lost to him. During a film shoot, Song Zihao suddenly deviated from the script and punched Sida, causing chaos on set.
Afterward, Tong Tong, Song Zihao's agent, confronted him, criticizing his excessive behavior and the negative media attention it would attract, but he brushed her off. Shen Qiansha also demanded an apology from him for hitting Sida. Song Zihao refused, arguing that Sida didn't care for her, despite her devotion, and called her "crazy." Shen Qiansha defiantly declared her love for Sida.
To her shock, Song Zihao then confessed his own feelings, blurting out, "I like you," and asked her to be his girlfriend, explaining he couldn't stand seeing Sida mistreat her because he genuinely cared. Shen Qiansha, stunned and disgusted, called him "crazy" and warned him that such talk would ruin their friendship. As she tried to leave, Song Zihao continued to pursue her, repeatedly declaring his affection and even some "cringey sweet nothings."
This prompted her to repeatedly hit him while telling him to stop. Finally, he shouted "I love you!" before she ran off, leaving him to muse aloud why he had fallen for such a "foolish woman." Later that evening, Ji Mo suggested they sleep together. Du Guruonan, both excited and flustered by the implication, decided to put on her "battle outfit," a special lingerie she kept for such occasions.
However, by the time she entered his room, Ji Mo was fast asleep. She quietly retreated to her own room. In his sleep, Ji Mo dreamt of his former girlfriend, Su Xiao. In the dream, he confessed his long-held guilt and self-blame after her departure, admitting he had been hesitant to open up to new love until he met Du Guruonan.
He told Su Xiao that Du Guruonan had brought him back to life, filling his days with hope rather than numbness. He formally apologized to Su Xiao and confessed his love for Du Guruonan, stating it would be disrespectful not to acknowledge his feelings. He asked if this was their farewell, which Su Xiao confirmed. Ji Mo promised to carry their past memories with him and move forward, remembering her and using the love she taught him to love others.
Su Xiao, in turn, encouraged him to "go and love freely." Ji Mo woke from the dream calling Su Xiao's name, then affirmed, "Love without hesitation." The next morning, Du Guruonan playfully teased Ji Mo about his "crazy" antics, noting he seemed more relaxed after his deep sleep. She affectionately recharged him with a hug. Ji Mo expressed his desire to wake up every morning holding her.
Du Guruonan playfully retorted she didn't want to sleep with him every day, but then teased him by asking if he was disappointed "nothing happened" last night, suggesting they could "make up for it." Separately, Tong Tong confronted Song Zihao about his absence from the set and his negative publicity. She warned him that the director was giving Sida more scenes, potentially sidelining Song Zihao's lead role.
She suggested sabotaging the production, but Song Zihao vehemently refused to resort to "dirty tricks," insisting he would compete fairly with Sida to earn Shen Qiansha's respect. Tong Tong accused him of sacrificing his career for Shen Qiansha and for her own agenda against Du Guruonan. Song Zihao retorted that Tong Tong had never managed to defeat Du Guruonan anyway, implying she was the one who was truly scheming.
