Make A Wish Episode 10 Recap
> Make A Wish Recap
Lin Mo and Chi Yan argued over who would carry Xiao Xiu upstairs, but Chi Yan ultimately scooped her up and brought her home. Lin Mo watched them with a knowing, somewhat sinister look. Later, Chi Yan, struggling with writer's block, sat next to Xiao Xiu as she watched a cartoon. Xiao Xiu was captivated by a sad story about a mermaid who loved a prince who didn't love her back, causing the mermaid to turn into bubbles.
Reflecting on the story, Xiao Xiu asked Chi Yan what the difference was between "like" and "love" and then directly asked if he liked her. Chi Yan was taken aback, blurting out, "Why would I like you?" He quickly told her not to ask such questions and retreated to his room, leaving Xiao Xiu puzzled by his sudden exit.
Chi Yan accompanied Xiao Xiu for a follow-up medical appointment, and Dr. Luo confirmed her leg was recovering well, though he advised more rest. Xiao Xiu observed Dr. Luo’s popularity among patients, which Chi Yan attributed to Dr. Luo's kindness and the significant help he had provided Chi Yan during high school. As they headed home, Xiao Xiu spotted a skateboarder and playfully urged Chi Yan to race him.
Despite finding the idea childish, Chi Yan sped up to pass the skateboarder. They then encountered Uncle Fu, who recognized Chi Yan. Uncle Fu revealed that he had known Chi Yan’s grandfather, Chi Renyuan, from when he first arrived in the human world decades ago. Chi Renyuan had even given Uncle Fu a secret recipe book, and they often cooked together.
Xiao Xiu proudly declared her identity as a "mackerel orange tabby cat" and indicated Chi Yan was also from the Meow Planet. Uncle Fu mentioned that unlike Xiao Xiu, he had lived in the human world for decades without blowing his cover, and attributed Xiao Xiu's injury to her clumsiness. Chi Yan and Xiao Xiu quickly corrected him, explaining she was injured while saving Chi Yan. Uncle Fu, a keen angler, then offered them some freshly caught fish.
Xiao Xiu, intrigued, eagerly asked to join him fishing, and Chi Yan also agreed to go. Out on the sea, Uncle Fu explained how to catch halibuts. Xiao Xiu, despite her supposed injury, confidently declared she would win the fishing competition against Chi Yan. However, Chi Yan had an uncanny knack for fishing, reeling in one fish after another, much to Xiao Xiu's envy and frustration.
In her excitement over a potential big catch, Xiao Xiu spontaneously stood up, revealing her leg was fully healed. Chi Yan admitted he had known about her recovery for a while but chose not to say anything, out of gratitude for her having saved him. Uncle Fu commented that Chi Yan, like his grandfather, possessed a "personality of a cat" that made people comfortable around him.
Meanwhile, Lin Mo met with an associate, acknowledging his previous attempt at revenge had failed and inadvertently harmed someone. His associate chastised him, suggesting a more efficient method. Lin Mo then produced a vial of a substance, confirming it was medicine forbidden on Meow Planet. He instructed his associate to procure a substantial quantity, assuring them that money was no object.
Separately, Zhang Yi's assistant informed him that sales for his new book were exceeding expectations, and the publisher wanted to host a book signing event. Zhang Yi, after dismissing initial venue suggestions, decided on a specific "good place" for the event. At his bookstore, Chi Yan received a call from Hao Qingsong, his editor, who criticized his "Summer Sweetheart" manuscript for poor quality and slow delivery, threatening to cut his pay.
Chi Yan defended his work, explaining it was his most challenging piece and that good writing required time. Shortly after, his landlord called, pressing him for overdue rent. Just then, a representative arrived, not for books, but to propose holding a book signing at Chi Yan's bookstore. The representative kept the author's identity a secret but offered a substantial venue rental fee.
Given his financial straits, Chi Yan reluctantly agreed, specifying that he would only provide the venue and no catering services. Xiao Xiu, unaware of the mystery author's identity, diligently cleaned and rearranged the bookstore in preparation for the event. She enthusiastically told Lin Mo that she wished Chi Yan, an excellent but secretive writer, could one day have his own book signing. Lin Mo, cynical about the publishing world, remarked that fame was often more about marketing than writing quality.
Upon learning that Chi Yan's bookstore would not provide drinks, Lin Mo approached Xiao Yu, the owner of a local brewer, with a business proposal. He revealed the upcoming book signing was for a popular internet influencer, suggesting Xiao Yu's pub could provide the catering and use the event's popularity for publicity. Xiao Yu found the idea promising and agreed to discuss the details further with Lin Mo.
On the day of the signing, Zhang Yi arrived early, much to the shock of Chi Yan and Xiao Xiu. With no way to back out, Chi Yan calmly advised Xiao Xiu that "revenge is a dish best served cold." During the Q&A session, a reporter pressed Zhang Yi about the alleged decline in his novel's quality and his character creation process. Zhang Yi stammered, unable to provide coherent answers.
Chi Yan stepped in, introducing himself as the bookstore owner and a fan. He confidently explained the intricacies of the villains in "The Bully in The Alley" series, claiming Zhang Yi was too immersed in his own creations. Chi Yan then pointed out that Zhang Yi's new book, "Dark Alley Mob: The Gospel of Killing," lacked such complex villains, subtly implying Zhang Yi was confusing it with his next work. The moderator quickly moved the event to the book signing.
Xiao Xiu was delighted by Chi Yan's clever intervention. Later, Lin Mo, serving drinks, approached Chi Yan with a glass of lager, claiming Xiao Xiu had told him it was Chi Yan's preference. However, Chi Yan, feeling troubled, left the drink untouched and went to the rooftop. As the event continued, Zhang Yi, looking for Chi Yan, aggressively questioned Xiao Xiu about his whereabouts. Chi Yan then appeared, stepping forward to protect Xiao Xiu.
Zhang Yi, agitated by Chi Yan's earlier words, confronted him, asserting that all the fans were there for him, not Chi Yan. Chi Yan, unfazed, dismissed Zhang Yi, stating he would never consider him a rival because they weren't on the same level, and he refused to "bully the weak." He further clarified that while he understood Zhang Yi's desperate need for relevance, Zhang Yi held no significant place in his life.
Enraged, Zhang Yi ordered Xiao Xiu to get him a drink. Chi Yan intervened, asking if Xiao Xiu was his maid, and then pulled Xiao Xiu away from the scene. Zhang Yi, left alone, angrily grabbed the drink on the table and consumed it, promptly collapsing and foaming at the mouth. Panic ensued, and Zhang Yi was rushed to the hospital. Qin Mingming and Xu Zihao arrived at the bookstore, confused by the chaos.
Xiao Xiu, worried, asked Xu Zihao to stay and watch the store, then left for the hospital with Qin Mingming, who had been nearby on an assignment. Lin Mo also departed for the hospital after instructing his staff to manage the remaining event. At the hospital, Chi Yan's mother arrived, completely ignoring Chi Yan and rushing to Zhang Yi's side.
Upon learning that Zhang Yi had consumed a drink Chi Yan had given him, she furiously berated Chi Yan, accusing him of intentionally harming Zhang Yi. Xiao Xiu tried to defend Chi Yan, explaining that he had no prior knowledge of Zhang Yi being the mystery author and that Zhang Yi had deliberately kept it a secret to provoke them. Chi Yan's mother, however, refused to listen, pushing Xiao Xiu aside.
Despondent and overwhelmed by the accusations, Chi Yan numbly admitted that he was indeed the one who gave Zhang Yi the drink. His mother, calling him a "bastard" and "stupid," tried to physically remove him. Qin Mingming stepped between them to de-escalate the situation. Dr. Luo informed them that Zhang Yi was out of danger thanks to prompt medical attention but needed to be hospitalized for observation.
He also firmly told Chi Yan's mother to calm down and take her accusations to the police if she had any evidence. After Zhang Yi was settled in a private room, Dr. Luo consoled Chi Yan, urging him not to take the incident to heart. Dr. Luo assured him that he always believed in Chi Yan's integrity, both past and present, and that justice would ultimately prevail.
Later, Qin Mingming confessed to Chi Yan that the hospital incident had brought back painful memories of high school, when he was wrongly accused of cat abuse and she, out of fear and cowardice, failed to defend him. She expressed deep remorse for her inaction. Chi Yan, however, gently told her not to dwell on it.
He recounted seeing former classmates at his teacher Mr. Yu's funeral; they had approached him cheerfully, as if their past bullying and his ostracization had never occurred. He explained that those who truly harmed him had moved on and selectively forgotten. He understood now that he was seen as an "outcast" by his peers, and people often resorted to ostracizing others to fit in.
He also noted that reporting such issues to adults back then was often futile, as they dismissed it as mere "kids messing around." Unbeknownst to them, Xiao Xiu and Xu Zihao had been listening in from behind the door. Qin Mingming reiterated her unwavering trust in Chi Yan's character, asserting that she was now stronger and more capable of helping him. She pledged to assist in uncovering the truth.
Xiao Xiu and Xu Zihao then emerged, also offering their full support. Just as they were having this emotional moment, Chi Yan's mother called him. Chi Yan, with a concerned Xiao Xiu, gently urged her to go upstairs first, promising to follow shortly.
