Make My Heart Smile Episode 12 Recap
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Gu Yanluo gently applied medicine to Ye Weimian's injured foot by a serene lake, despite her protests. He insisted on thorough application, warning that improper movement could worsen the swelling by rupturing capillaries. He then pressed her to answer a question he had asked previously: whether she hated him. Ye Weimian smiled, admitting she had indeed overheard his confession that day and had been feigning ignorance. She asserted that she was the most clear-headed person between them.
She confessed her deep affection for him, admiring his confidence, courage, talent, charming arrogance, and even his aloofness, ego, and pride—liking everything about him. However, she emphasized that affection did not equate to suitability for a relationship. She explained that they belonged to different worlds; he was always radiant with a clear vision for his future, studies, and life, while she was a transparent figure who barely dared to utter the word "future."
She didn't want to live in his shadow, nor did she want her every move to be scrutinized or become gossip if their relationship were known. Ultimately, she reiterated that she was not Ye Zhenhan and could not act recklessly under Zhenhan's identity, stressing her commitment to protecting Zhenhan until she woke up. Gu Yanluo felt deeply hurt by what he perceived as her shallow perspective on their feelings.
Soon after, Lu Yao, informed by Mu Ze about Ye Weimian’s injury, rushed to her side, initially thinking her foot might be broken from a P. E. class mishap. She quickly realized Ye Weimian’s tears stemmed from her recent interaction with Gu Yanluo, specifically after rejecting his confession.
Lu Yao reflected on the potential misfortune of encountering someone too outstanding, explaining that such a person, once missed, could make all subsequent encounters seem incomparable, likening it to the saying, "missing one Yang Guo means a lifetime of regret." Ye Weimian, firm in her convictions, affirmed that she was Ye Weimian, not Ye Zhenhan, and that Gu Yanluo’s current perception of her was not her true self, meaning he might not even like the real her.
She reiterated her stance that she could not afford any more risks and must prioritize protecting Zhenhan. Meanwhile, Mu Ze, having learned from Gu Yanluo about his rejected confession, exuberantly tried to offer advice. He suggested that rejection was not necessarily a bad thing, as women sometimes believe that a relationship that progresses too quickly lacks depth, and that multiple rejections could affirm their importance and a man's sincerity.
Gu Yanluo dismissed this, stating that Ye Zhenhan was not like those women. Mu Ze persisted, claiming Gu Yanluo, as a "straight man," couldn't understand women's complex thought processes and urged him to be resilient in love. Gu Yanluo challenged Mu Ze to first succeed in his own romantic pursuits before offering lectures. Just then, Lu Yao called, and Mu Ze proudly displayed his phone, boasting that he had finally melted her "heart of stone."
Lu Yao had called Mu Ze to discuss the predicament between Gu Yanluo and Ye Weimian, expressing her desire to end their constant push-and-pull. She gave Mu Ze three days to devise a solution, threatening to blacklist him if he failed. Mu Ze reluctantly accepted the challenge. Concurrently, Gu Yanluo was called upon to fill in for a guest professor, leading a livestream lecture that was expected to be lengthy.
Separately, the school announced an upcoming visit from a delegation, requiring the cultural wall to be repainted and updated with the theme "Love and life." As Gu Yanluo, who usually managed the wall, was occupied, the teacher sought volunteers. Most students hesitated to modify Gu Yanluo's previous work, but Ye Weimian, despite the skepticism of her peers and the looming rain, bravely stepped forward to help, promising to do a good job.
As Ye Weimian diligently worked on the cultural wall, contemplating the "Love and life" theme and what elements were still missing, it began to rain heavily, threatening to ruin her work. Distraught, she stumbled backward, fell, and fainted. Gu Yanluo, who had been observing from afar, quickly rushed to catch her. He then took her to the hospital where a doctor informed Ye Weimian that she had collapsed from malnutrition, exhaustion, and exposure to the rain.
Immediately concerned for the cultural wall and Ye Zhenhan’s reputation, Ye Weimian tried to get up. The doctor reassured her that Gu Yanluo had brought her and had taken responsibility for the school matters, advising her to rest. Ye Weimian insisted on returning to school early the next morning. Lu Yao drove her back, and Ye Weimian was astonished to find the cultural wall beautifully completed, prompting her to thank Gu Yanluo.
He downplayed his action, stating that as the Student Union President, it was his duty to protect the college’s image. Observing Ye Weimian's low spirits, Lu Yao resolved to lift her mood. She successfully convinced Ye Weimian to go for a relaxing drive, despite Ye Weimian's initial reluctance due to missed classes. Meanwhile, Mu Ze led Gu Yanluo to a beautifully arranged romantic spot, declaring it his "highlight moment."
He announced his grand plan to propose to Lu Yao there, offering Gu Yanluo a "free lecture" on executing a meticulously prepared, sincere, and unprecedented romantic confession. Mu Ze detailed his strategy: he would confess inside a "love letter house" and instructed Gu Yanluo to prepare a speaker and a bouquet of flowers to serve as "Plan B" if the initial confession didn't succeed, emphasizing the importance of timely assistance.
Lu Yao and Ye Weimian arrived at the same picturesque location. Lu Yao, initially believing Mu Ze was genuinely helping her resolve the situation between Gu Yanluo and Ye Weimian, was infuriated to discover he had used the occasion for his own romantic agenda. Mu Ze, undeterred, called out to Lu Yao, directing her via her phone’s location if she wished to proceed with their 'plan.' Following the directions, Lu Yao found Mu Ze by the "love letter house."
Feigning interest, she invited him inside, and noticing a key in the lock, tricked him into entering first before swiftly locking him in. Mu Ze, trapped, cried out in protest. Lu Yao returned to Ye Weimian, briefly explaining that Mu Ze had "asked for trouble himself." Spotting a "Flower Sea Treasure Hunt" activity, Lu Yao cunningly suggested Ye Weimian participate, promising to rejoin her, then subtly slipped away.
She quickly located Gu Yanluo and, with dramatic urgency, informed him that Ye Weimian had gotten lost during the treasure hunt in the vast park, and her injured foot made her vulnerable as darkness approached. Gu Yanluo anxiously demanded to know where they had last seen each other and immediately rushed off in the direction Lu Yao indicated.
From his confinement, Mu Ze chuckled, realizing Lu Yao’s clever ruse, knowing that Ye Weimian, despite her claims, was perfectly capable of navigating on her own, especially given her experience with part-time jobs around the city. Gu Yanluo eventually found Ye Weimian amidst the flowers. Seizing the moment, he presented her with a direct proposal: "Would you like to be my girlfriend? If it’s a yes, then accept the flowers.
If it’s a no, you may turn around and leave now." Ye Weimian hesitated, but a sudden bee sent her swatting, inadvertently grabbing the bouquet from his hand. Gu Yanluo, seizing the opportunity, declared her acceptance: "You took the flowers. You’re mine now. You can’t run away from me." Despite her attempts to explain it was because of the bee, Gu Yanluo insisted she had accepted.
They then shared a kiss, sealing their reconciliation, as observed by Lu Yao and Mu Ze through a distant telescope. Gu Yanluo, in a lighthearted moment, playfully offered to catch all the fish in the pond for Ye Weimian, calling himself a "playboy" to her amusement. The scene then shifted to a hospital where Ye Zhenhan finally stirred and awoke. Ye Weimian entered the room, quietly telling her, "Ye Weimian, I’m back."
