Love Unexpected Episode 11 Recap
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Liu Ruochen was in deep despair after Fan Fan’s disappearance, suffering from anorexia and isolating himself in his room. His friend, Qin Yang, tried to console him, asking why he was punishing himself, whether suffering from anorexia would truly bring him peace. Liu Ruochen expressed his profound agony, describing the feeling of his most loved person suddenly vanishing.
He lamented that he had believed fate had finally shone a light into his life, only to cruelly snatch away his loved ones again—first his parents, and now Fan Fan. Qin Yang, heartbroken to see his friend so dejected, urged Liu Ruochen to be strong, reminding him that Fan Fan would be heartbroken to see him in such a state. Qin Yang then offered a thought, suggesting that Fan Fan might still be alive in a parallel time and space.
He speculated that Fan Fan might not have truly belonged in their current time and that returning to her own time could have been the only way for her to recover her health. Qin Yang concluded by saying that nothing is impossible in this world, giving Liu Ruochen a glimmer of hope. The narrative then shifted to the year 2024, where Fan Fan had regained her memories of Liu Ruochen.
She inquired about a psychologist who seemed to be targeting them. Liu Ruochen explained that the psychologist was Gao Ruwen, a former client he had personally sent to prison, who was now bitter and seeking revenge. Fan Fan, sensing there was more to the story and that things weren't as simple as he claimed, prompted Liu Ruochen to embrace her and confess the truth.
He reminded her of a news report from a week prior about a high-intelligence criminal who masterminded a complex scheme to set up a maze to trap others, which Liu Ruochen had managed to expose. He revealed that Gao Ruwen, now released from prison, was the man behind these recent troubles, intent on destroying Liu Ruochen's reputation with this case.
Liu Ruochen warned Fan Fan that being with him could be dangerous, but Fan Fan, undeterred, expressed her unwavering commitment, jokingly asking if it was too late to regret being with him, indicating she had no intention of leaving. The next morning, Fan Fan awoke early, fearful that her happiness might be a dream and Liu Ruochen would disappear again. He reassured her, telling her that the pain she felt confirmed their reality and that she was not dreaming.
Liu Ruochen left to buy flowers, secretly planning to propose to Fan Fan, thinking to himself that "she has to say yes to my proposal today." Fan Fan called him, asking where he went, and he vaguely replied that he was handling "work stuff" and would be back soon, asking her to wait at home. Upon arriving back, he called Fan Fan from downstairs, asking her to come down quickly.
As Fan Fan rushed out, a sudden, loud explosion engulfed Liu Ruochen's car. Fan Fan screamed his name in agony, collapsing to the ground in grief. Days later, a heartbroken Fan Fan, clutching the engagement ring Liu Ruochen intended for her and gazing at their photos, was found by Qin Yang. She had not slept for days, constantly reliving the traumatic event and unable to accept its reality.
Qin Yang vowed to bring Gao Ruwen to justice and personally ensure his conviction. He tried to comfort Fan Fan by suggesting that Liu Ruochen might not be truly gone, but merely living in another parallel time and space, still alive. This idea sparked a memory or realization in Fan Fan. Wearing her pajamas, Fan Fan returned to the old hotel room where her original journey began.
On the television, news about the Fermi Bubbles reported on their expansion due to the galactic environment. It mentioned that contact with other celestial bodies could lead to unpredictable situations as the bubbles cause high-temperature plasma to break apart, and scientists hoped to gain valuable information from these electromagnetically rich regions. Fan Fan attempted to recreate her original time-traveling experience by using a newspaper and touching the doorknob, but nothing happened. Puzzled, she questioned what went wrong.
Suddenly, a city-wide blackout plunged everything into darkness. This triggered an epiphany, and Fan Fan touched the doorknob again. This time, she successfully traveled back to 2012. Meanwhile, in 2012, Liu Ruochen was on a rooftop, drinking alone and tearfully expressing how much he missed Fan Fan, wondering how she was doing in the future and if they would ever meet again. As Fan Fan appeared before him, he questioned if it was truly her.
She confirmed her identity, saying, "It's me," and announced, "I'm back again." Overwhelmed with emotion, they rushed into each other's arms, sharing a passionate embrace and kiss. The following morning, Liu Ruochen and Fan Fan visited Xian Lu Dessert, Fan Fan’s parents' restaurant. As they approached, Fan Fan expressed concern about her parents, having been away for so long.
Inside, Mrs. Lu was busy and scolding Mr. Lu for a mistake with a customer's order, wistfully wishing that "Xiao Lu" (Fan Fan) were there to help, acknowledging that Fan Fan was not their biological daughter. Adult Fan Fan stepped in, declaring her presence to help. Mrs. Lu and Mr. Lu were overcome with joy and surprise to see her, warmly welcoming her back.
Liu Ruochen explained to her parents that he and Fan Fan had been traveling for the past few days. Mrs. Lu enthusiastically prepared a special dinner for them, and Mr. Lu brought out his "private collection" of aged wine to celebrate. During their conversation, Liu Ruochen playfully asked Mr. Lu if he feared Mrs. Lu.
Mr. Lu clarified that it was not fear, but profound respect, explaining that Mrs. Lu dedicated her best youth to him and provided such a warm home for Fan Fan. Therefore, he believed he should cherish and pamper her. He also expressed his desire to be a role model for Little Fan Fan, hoping she would one day find a partner who loves her deeply, and be able to proudly say that her parents' love was strong.
Liu Ruochen accepted this wisdom, admitting that he, too, was somewhat intimidated by Mrs. Lu. Mr. Lu then offered a toast, though Liu Ruochen mistakenly drank pickle water. Mr. Lu gently told Fan Fan that he had always regarded her as his own daughter and trusted her judgment to choose a man who truly cared for, loved, and understood her, emphasizing these qualities were more important than anything else. Just then, Little Fan Fan arrived home from school.
Seeing her older self, she playfully scolded her for being absent for so long and asked where she went. Adult Fan Fan tenderly told her younger self that "sister went to a place far, far away. . . as far as the future." Little Fan Fan asked if she would return, to which both Liu Ruochen and adult Fan Fan confidently affirmed that she would.
Later, Fan Fan tied an apron on Liu Ruochen and began to teach him how to cook. He questioned why he, a future lawyer, needed to learn cooking, but Fan Fan playfully retorted that she did not want to eat his "awful food" in the future. He agreed to learn, and they started cooking together, with Mrs. Lu remarking that men should "excel in both social life and housework."
Both Mr. and Mrs. Lu observed them with contentment, noting that their actions clearly indicated they were envisioning a future together. As Liu Ruochen watched Little Fan Fan sitting on a rocking chair in the yard, he felt a strange sense of familiarity, as if he was seeing Fan Fan herself, unaware that this young girl was indeed the younger version of the woman he loved.
