Love The Way You Are Episode 8 Recap
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Yin Yike returned home late one evening, finding her father still awake and exercising. He questioned her whereabouts, assuming she had been on a date with Li Zelin. Yin Yike, however, claimed she had been working overtime. Her father, unaware of their breakup, mentioned Zelin's recent return to Beijing and even suggested buying a house in the suburbs for them, emphasizing the importance of marriage. Overwhelmed by the secret, Yin Yike evaded the topic and retreated to her bedroom.
Aunt Lan, sensing Yin Yike’s distress, approached her with a glass of warm milk. Noticing Zelin's recent absence and the packages he had sent back, she gently pressed Yin Yike about their relationship. Yin Yike confessed that Zelin had wanted her to move to Beijing with him, a request she refused, adding that other long-standing issues had surfaced between them. She then revealed the truth: they had broken up.
Aunt Lan immediately offered her unwavering support, asserting that Yin Yike's happiness was paramount. During the conversation, Aunt Lan expressed her hope for her own son, Xu Guangxi, to find a partner who was of a similar age and with whom he could connect. Hearing this, Yin Yike, who had begun to sense a deeper connection with Xu Guangxi, resolved to distance herself from him. Later that night, Xu Guangxi messaged Yin Yike.
Recalling Aunt Lan's words, she hesitated and ultimately decided not to reply, leaving a disappointed Xu Guangxi staring at his phone. The next morning, they met in the elevator, where Yin Yike's demeanor was noticeably colder. Oblivious to her internal conflict, Xu Guangxi playfully asked about his unanswered message and suggested they get a drink that evening. Yin Yike curtly declined, stating her floor had arrived and telling him to focus on work.
Throughout the day, his messages to her went unanswered. Seeking advice, Xu Guangxi confided in his friend Chen Musen about a "Miss Fairy" he believed liked him but was too shy to admit it. Chen Musen encouraged him to "take the initiative." Inspired, Xu Guangxi arrived at Yin Yike's home for dinner that evening, bearing braised food for the family.
While her father openly praised his thoughtfulness, Yin Yike consciously reinforced their sibling dynamic, pointedly calling him "brother" and referring to herself as "sister" to create distance. The following day, Xu Guangxi sent coffee to Yin Yike's office. Her colleagues commented on his kindness, with one even asking if he had a girlfriend. Yin Yike found her cup adorned with a note: "Wish you a happy day today. Green and hassle-free concern from your younger brother."
Reading this, the tension in her face eased into a small smile. That evening, Chen Musen arranged to meet Jiang Man, but her attention was clearly on Xu Guangxi. She cleverly maneuvered her colleagues into Chen Musen's car, ensuring she could ride alone with Xu Guangxi.
Driving past, Yin Yike witnessed Jiang Man showing off a new pink dress to Xu Guangxi, tenderly wiping his sweat, and taking a cheerful selfie with him, which sparked an inexplicable surge of anger in her. Later, while having dinner with her friend Qin Yiran, Yin Yike saw the selfie on social media, fueling her irritation. She sought advice, describing a hypothetical scenario of a man who, after being rejected by one woman, immediately pursues another.
Qin Yiran labeled such a man an "Aquaman"—a player with a "fish pond" of potential partners—and advised Yin Yike to either move on or vent her anger. Convinced Xu Guangxi was an "Aquaman," Yin Yike went to his home to confront him but missed him. Back home and still fuming, she ignored his text asking for a late-night snack and instead sent a cryptic message about "Aquaman," leaving him bewildered.
The next morning, while Xu Guangxi was complaining to his brother Yibo about her moodiness, Yibo mentioned that Yin Yike had come looking for him the previous night. This news instantly lifted Xu Guangxi's spirits, and he rushed to find her. He found Yin Yike about to discard an umbrella he had given her and stopped her.
He finally had the chance to explain the misunderstanding, clarifying that he was merely acting as a "cover" for Chen Musen, who was the one actually pursuing Jiang Man. They playfully bickered, with Yin Yike teasing him about how his "lovely smile" made him such an effective cover. With the misunderstanding cleared, they returned to their easygoing dynamic.
They went to a movie, laughing together during a romantic scene, and then ate at a noodle shop where he playfully served her and she drew a caricature of him. They continued their date with a scenic bus tour and ice cream. As the evening wound down, Xu Guangxi asked if she had any other wishes. Yin Yike simply replied, "Good night." They parted ways, each sending the other a "Good night" text from their respective rooms.
