Hello, the Sharpshooter Episode 9 Recap
> Hello, the Sharpshooter Recap
Observing Shen Qingyuan's unusual hesitation after their meal, Tang Xin misinterpreted it as an attempt to drive her away. To provoke him and expose a flaw, she accused him of being distracting and warned that his staring would make him lose games. Unexpectedly, Shen Qingyuan blurted out that his previous shot had gone wide precisely because he had not seen her. Tang Xin was stunned, grappling with her conflicted feelings about him.
Concerned about her stutter and an upcoming 2v2 match where she was scheduled to be a commentator, Tang Xin decided to change her treatment plan with Dr. Ding. She wrote a note to Shen Qingyuan, requesting to reduce their in-person interactions and suggesting they communicate via WeChat, leaving her account ID "candy0122." She slipped the note under his door, but he was still awake and retrieved it.
Tang Xin then recalled Shen Qingyuan's "old-fashioned" way of checking the time and worried he might not use a modern phone, making her request seem strange. Meanwhile, Shen Qingyuan spent a sleepless night, pondering how to add a WeChat contact but lacking the courage to approach Tang Xin directly. The next morning, Shen Qingyuan was already at the training ground, having been there for hours. His teammates noticed his dark circles, attributing his intense focus to "the power of love."
Shen Qingyuan dismissed this and, prioritizing his training, asked Jiang Yitian how to add someone on WeChat. After Jiang Yitian explained, Shen Qingyuan posed a hypothetical question: why would someone ask to be added on WeChat but also request to talk less? Jiang Yitian speculated it might mean the person didn't want to see his face or wished to maintain distance. Initially dismissive, Shen Qingyuan relented and gave Jiang Yitian a chance to prove his reputation as a "girl's friend."
Jiang Yitian then demonstrated the "wall-pin" technique, detailing the importance of "deadly eyes," "steady arms," and an "unquestionable voice," gleaned from his "love book" and "romance dramas." He also advised speaking minimally and maintaining a cool demeanor. Shen Qingyuan diligently practiced the moves. When Jiang Yitian offered to add him to a team group chat, Shen Qingyuan declined. When Tang Xin arrived at work, Zhou Zuguang introduced two new colleagues.
The first was Ai, an experienced and formerly popular live streamer, now in charge of content livestreaming. The second was Tang Liqi, a front-end developer intern who was, to Tang Xin's surprise, her younger brother. Ai, eager to learn, requested Tang Xin as her coach. Zhou Zuguang agreed, instructing Tang Xin to take Ai to the shooting team to familiarize her with sports livestreaming. Tang Xin secretly fretted, as she had a pre-scheduled appointment with Dr. Ding.
Tang Liqi later explained to Tang Xin that his internship was a college assignment, and he chose their company because of its excellent benefits, including free snacks. He playfully teased Tang Xin about his height. Though Tang Xin offered him a place to stay, Tang Liqi assured her he had accommodation and just needed her address to mail her something from their mother. Tang Xin then took Ai to the training ground.
As Shen Qingyuan approached, Ai was visibly captivated by him. Shen Qingyuan began to execute the "wall-pin" technique, but before he could complete it, Tang Xin quickly excused herself, leaving Ai to introduce herself. Tang Xin rushed to Dr. Ding, expressing frustration that her strategy of finding Shen Qingyuan's weak points had failed, as he seemed "perfect in every aspect." She worried about being fired if she couldn't commentate on the upcoming match.
Dr. Ding explained that Tang Xin's stutter was stress-induced and suggested singing as a calming method. Ai attempted to engage Shen Qingyuan in conversation, offering him snacks, but he politely refused, explaining that athletes "eat hardship," not snacks. Undeterred, Ai approached Jiang Yitian and Yang Zhou, who revealed a past "scandal" between Shen Qingyuan and Tang Xin. Ai dismissed this as corporate hype. Jiang Yitian quickly backtracked, clarifying their relationship was merely a collaboration.
Yang Zhou then interjected with a quote from his "love book" about pretty girls being "poisonous apples." Shen Qingyuan later visited a snack shop, purchasing "crunchy winter jujubes," which Ai had mentioned were Tang Xin's favorite. The shop attendant noted it was a popular gift for girlfriends. Later, as Tang Xin was rushing to meet a hungry Ai, Shen Qingyuan appeared and initiated the "wall-pin" technique, locking his eyes on her. Startled, Tang Xin demanded he keep his distance.
To her surprise, he simply offered her the box of snacks, causing her to exclaim in frustration that he had startled her. While Shen Qingyuan practiced his new techniques in the changing room, Jiang Yitian offered more advice, stressing the significance of unique and precious gifts, citing an Olympic champion who gifted a gold medal. Inspired, Shen Qingyuan produced a trophy, but Jiang Yitian dismissed it as not exclusive enough.
Shen Qingyuan then revealed his worn No. 7 team uniform from the 2015 National Junior Shooting Championship, declaring it his most precious item. Jiang Yitian praised the choice and advised him to present it with a justifiable reason so the recipient would understand his intentions without feeling pressured. At the shooting range, Du Lingfeng challenged Shen Qingyuan to a 2v2 match, proposing to team up with Shi Xiaoci for suspense.
Shen Qingyuan casually declared himself "fine either way," and when pressed to choose a partner for a fair competition, he unexpectedly pointed to Tang Xin. He then boldly draped his No. 7 team uniform over a stunned Tang Xin, leaving her no opportunity to object, much to Du Lingfeng's surprise. Du Lingfeng was relieved when Shi Xiaoci, instead of being angry, calmly declared that they "must win." With Tang Xin now a competitor, she asked Ai about the livestream.
Thrilled, Ai eagerly volunteered to take over, grateful for the chance. She planned the broadcast, framing it as a friendly match between Rui Live and Haiya University. Shen Qingyuan began training Tang Xin, who typed her responses due to her stutter. She noted that the customized grip didn't fit her small hand. Shen Qingyuan promised to find a solution and instructed her on shooting basics, emphasizing mental focus and the "three points, one line" technique.
After her first shot, a distant 7. 2, he encouraged her to continue. Suddenly, Shen Qingyuan stared intently at Tang Xin's chest, making her self-conscious. As she dropped the gun to cover herself, he simply said, "Hold on."
