My Love, Enlighten Me Episode 14 Recap
> My Love, Enlighten Me Recap
Having successfully secured the k'o-ssu artisan's cooperation, Liu Nuannuan informed her company of the good news before joining Han Che for lunch. During their meal, Han Che displayed his fastidious nature, meticulously wiping the table to avoid an upset stomach. Nuannuan playfully teased him about his sudden preference for meat, reminding him that cats are carnivores.
Afterward, they visited a clothing store where Han Che, having forgotten to bring a change of clothes, was convinced to try on a white shirt. Nuannuan gently helped him with a misplaced button, their eyes meeting in a sweet moment. They playfully bickered about his inability to button a shirt and her choice of a simple T-shirt. As they left, they passed a photo studio.
Initially hesitant, they were persuaded by the photographer to take a picture, with Nuannuan leaning on Han Che's shoulder and him struggling to smile naturally. On the drive back, Han Che spoke earnestly about his Dunhuang project, recalling cherished childhood memories of visiting the Dunhuang exhibition. Nuannuan, captivated, shared her own imaginative vision of Dunhuang as a mysterious cave where celestial maidens and golden lotuses appear. Han Che smiled, affirming that her description was exactly what he envisioned.
Observing his profile, Nuannuan's heart settled, finally understanding that her past uncertainties about liking someone had vanished; she now clearly knew her feelings for him. Nuannuan presented the k'o-ssu sample to Ms. Lie, who was highly impressed. Ms. Lie not only approved of Nuannuan's work but also immediately registered her fingerprints and issued her a door card, promoting her from intern to a full member of the design team.
She further instructed Nuannuan to attend an upcoming conference with the Market Department regarding new co-design products and to prepare a list of alternative celebrity recommendations. Later, Nuannuan met Fang Hanchen, who expressed his deep anxiety from when he couldn't reach her. He confessed his desire for an "identity" that would allow him to always be by her side. Nuannuan gently declined, revealing she had feelings for Han Che.
Upon learning that her feelings for Han Che were not yet confirmed, Fang Hanchen insisted he still had a chance and would wait for her. After she left, he confided in a friend, admitting his overconfidence. He had always felt he and Nuannuan were just one step away from being together, but lamented that Han Che had taken that final step instead of him.
That evening, Nuannuan met with Han Xue, who confirmed that her pregnancy scare was a false alarm. Nuannuan, wanting to share her feelings about Han Che, hesitated when Han Xue suddenly began discussing Lin Jiayi's crush on him. Han Xue noted Lin Jiayi's unusual attentiveness towards her but quickly dismissed her chances, describing her as just a pretty face lacking the intellect and academic background her mother sought in a daughter-in-law.
Listening to Han Xue's harsh assessment, Nuannuan lost her appetite and decided against sharing her own affections for Han Che. At the next day's meeting for the celebrity co-design project, Nuannuan recommended Fang Hanchen. Han Che, feeling a pang of jealousy, countered by putting forward Lin Jiayi, arguing that her "blank slate" personality would allow the costume design greater prominence.
When Ms. Lie prompted Nuannuan for her opinion on Lin Jiayi's supposed lack of personality, Nuannuan defended her, stating her sweet style was merely commercial packaging and that she was a smart, ambitious individual. Ultimately, Ms. Lie, trusting Han Che's judgment, approved Lin Jiayi. Han Che then specifically requested the same production crew as before to ensure Nuannuan's involvement, assigning her as the liaison with Lin Jiayi, citing their friendship.
Later, in the tea room, the two exchanged subtle barbs, mutually accusing each other of being overly familiar with Fang Hanchen and Lin Jiayi, revealing their underlying jealousy. At the filming location, Liu Gang introduced Lin Jiayi to Ms. Lie. While Lin Jiayi praised Ms. Lie's designs, Ms. Lie made it clear that Lin Jiayi was expected to actively participate in the design process.
Liu Gang casually remarked that "close enough" would suffice, a phrase Ms. Lie notoriously disliked, which left her unimpressed. In the elevator, Lin Jiayi expressed her determination to try designing to live up to Han Che's recommendation. Inspired by her resolve, Nuannuan decided she would also try her hand at designing, but struggled to find inspiration. Feeling the pressure, Nuannuan and Lin Jiayi sought Han Che's guidance at his studio.
He explained that design isn't solely about beauty but about capturing and conveying emotion, using elements from the Forbidden City and Dunhuang murals as examples. Nuannuan grasped the idea of soaking in experiences and waiting for enlightenment. Meanwhile, Han Xue, prompted by Gu Li's recent social media activity, visited the studio. She found Gu Li distant and engrossed in a holography project with his team.
Her disappointment grew when the team ordered healthy food instead of fried chicken, and she nearly disrupted Gu Li's work. Seeing him so absorbed with others and giving her little attention, Han Xue grew visibly frustrated. During a holographic test, Lin Jiayi asked Nuannuan about Fang Hanchen. Nuannuan explicitly stated, "I can now say for sure that I don't like him," explaining that simply spending time together doesn't guarantee affection.
Han Che, who was nearby, overheard only the emphatic "I don't like him" and mistakenly assumed she was referring to him. He left abruptly, visibly upset. Unbeknownst to them, after Nuannuan left the studio, Lin Jiayi stayed behind to thank Han Che privately, a moment that was secretly photographed by paparazzi. That evening, Nuannuan returned home to discover her room beautifully illuminated by colorful lights, a surprise from Han Che.
The vibrant display sparked a flood of inspiration, and she picked up her drawing tools, her heart filled with gratitude and her growing feelings for him. The next morning, buoyed by her newfound inspiration, Nuannuan tried to thank Han Che for the light display. However, still reeling from the misunderstanding, he was cold and dismissive, telling her to "suit yourself" before angrily throwing down his chopsticks and walking away, leaving Nuannuan utterly bewildered.
Later, during a design review, Nuannuan hesitated to present her work. Her resolve crumbled when she overheard colleagues gossiping about an online scandal: Lin Jiayi had been photographed secretly meeting Han Che. Shocked, Nuannuan was approached by Liu Gang, who explained that Ms. Lie was furious.
He implored Nuannuan to help by posing for photos with Han Che, arguing that since she and Lin Jiayi had similar body types, a scandal involving her would cause minimal financial damage compared to one with a celebrity like Lin Jiayi, thus making her the "solution" to the crisis.