My Neighbour Can't Sleep Episode 21 Recap
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Xi Song confronted Su Li, asking if the online news was her doing. With tears in her eyes, Su Li admitted her involvement and confessed her long-standing love for him. She expressed disbelief that he hadn't noticed her feelings over the years, recounting how she had always seen him as more than a brother, despite his view of her as a sister.
She believed that by remaining by his side, even silently, and tolerating his other relationships, he would eventually realize she was the one who understood him best and would stay with him until the end. Xi Song acknowledged that she might understand him better than anyone, but firmly stated that Song Miduo was the person he wanted to spend his life with. Su Li frantically asked if he intended to publicly declare his feelings for Song Miduo.
Xi Song confirmed, adding that he couldn't wait another minute. She pleaded with him, highlighting that everyone now perceived her as his girlfriend and begging him not to go to Song Miduo. Xi Song remained resolute, pushing her away. He informed her that he would clarify the fake marriage announcement, stating that "what's false will always be false."
He advised her to stop wasting her time on him, as he had nothing to offer her, and expressed a wish that they could at least remain friends. Su Li broke down in tears as Xi Song departed. Liang Ge attempted to stop Xi Song, but Xi Song grabbed his phone to call Song Miduo. He assured her that the marriage news with Su Li was fake and they were merely friends.
He instructed her to avoid the internet, stay indoors, and not remain at home, advising her to stay with Xiao Mi for a couple of days. He emphasized that she should not respond to anyone about the situation, but simply "wait for him to return." Song Miduo was in tears, but Xi Song reassured her that he was there. Xi Song then met with Song Miduo’s parents.
Song Dad, initially expressing an understanding that Xi Song's public statements were merely to protect Song Miduo, said they wouldn't hold him accountable for his words. Xi Song interrupted, making it clear that his words were not just to help Song Miduo, but because he genuinely and deeply liked her.
He explained that he had kept their relationship private to shield Song Miduo from public scrutiny, but now understood that true protection meant standing by her side and giving her enough sense of security. He implored them to trust him and accept their relationship, promising to cherish and respect Song Miduo as they did.
Song Mom was immediately overjoyed and approved, while Song Dad, seemingly outvoted by his wife and daughter, gave Xi Song a stern warning: he would not be forgiven if he ever wronged Song Miduo. Song Mom dismissed Song Dad's concern, noting that reporters and her fan club would be monitoring Xi Song, even jokingly suggesting Song Dad quit his fan club. She affectionately began calling Xi Song "Xiao Song."
Both Song Mom and Song Dad expressed their curiosity about why Xi Song liked Song Miduo, listing her many perceived shortcomings and jokingly asking if Song Miduo had some leverage over him. Song Miduo, exasperated by her parents' teasing, slumped onto the sofa. Xi Song subtly took her hand from behind, bringing a wide smile to her face. Driven by her newfound excitement, Song Mom embarked on a rigorous training regimen for Song Miduo.
This included extensive shopping for clothes, as Xi Song preferred elegant, clean styles, particularly black, white, grey, and pink. She also shared details about Xi Song's personal preferences, such as his admiration for Penny Dai, advising Song Miduo never to sing in front of him. Song Mom revealed Xi Song's sole previous relationship was with a designer named Lin Shihan three years prior, which ended due to intense public and fan pressure.
She also divulged details about his affluent family background: his father, Xi Hengyuan, is a world-renowned entrepreneur, making Xi Song a rich second generation. She shared the tragic story of his mother, a composer, who died in a car accident when Xi Song was five, on her way to the Vasser Competition featuring her composition—the same piece Xi Song was preparing to perform. Song Mom warned Song Miduo not to mention this sensitive topic to him.
Song Mom also expressed concerns about navigating the media, Xi Song's fans, and his powerful father, Xi Hengyuan. When Song Miduo complained about the grueling preparations, Song Mom used reverse psychology, suggesting Song Miduo wouldn't last six months, unlike Lin Shihan. This spurred Song Miduo to embrace the training, which also included flower arrangement, cooking, skincare, and weight loss.
Song Mom meticulously listed Xi Song’s likes: salty, spicy, and sweet foods, green tea, and milk; and dislikes: pets, furry things, hotpot, animal organs, green onions, ginger, garlic, cilantro, being bothered by "flamboyant, self-righteous" people, and "fat people, especially those with swollen faces." Meanwhile, Su Li was drowning her sorrows alone at a bar. Lu Yiyou approached her, demanding to know if she was behind the recent news. Su Li grimaced, realizing his persistent concern for Song Miduo.
She cynically remarked that if she were Song Miduo, she would choose him. Lu Yiyou warned her not to harm Song Miduo, vowing he would not forgive her if she did. Su Li scoffed at his "Lei Feng" persona, then tearfully confessed her bitterness. She cried that her decade-plus of companionship and waiting for Xi Song had been for naught, as he now preferred a high schooler who had nothing.
She recounted how Xi Song had been her only focus from the beginning, making his rejection all the more painful. Lu Yiyou reminded her of a favor she owed him and urged her to release Xi Song, Song Miduo, and herself from her grasp. He offered comfort, suggesting that their only real advantage over Song Miduo and Xi Song was a few more years of shared history and memories, and that she shouldn't feel so indignant about the outcome.
Su Li continued to weep. Back at Xi Song’s home, Liang Ge sat anxiously outside with him, worried about Su Li. He pressed Xi Song for his next move. Xi Song stated he had done everything he could, and the rest was up to Su Li.
Liang Ge criticized Xi Song for being so heartless toward his childhood sweetheart, but Xi Song countered that precisely because of their deep emotional connection, he had to be decisive and leave no room for doubt. Xi Song predicted Su Li would return to the U. S. the following day and asked Liang Ge to see her off. Liang Ge, sounding displeased, stated Su Li was his friend too and didn't need Xi Song's instructions.
Xi Song spent a restless night. The next morning, he heard Su Li stirring and opened the door to find her luggage packed. He expressed a hope that she would still turn to him first with any difficulties, as she used to. Su Li revealed she was ready to let herself go.
She explained that she had forced herself to be strong for years, believing it was the only way to be worthy of standing by his side, but that was no longer necessary. She made a final plea to Xi Song: for her sake, he should not answer her calls or reply to her emails once she returned to the U. S. , and should delete them immediately, helping her to forget him.
With tears welling in her eyes, Su Li bid him goodbye, effectively ending her years of unrequited love. She also told him that if he ever changed his mind, he was welcome to find her in the U. S. Xi Song replied that such a day would never come. Su Li wished him success in his upcoming competition, expressing her certainty that he would succeed, and told him to take care of himself before departing.
Liang Ge was waiting to drive Su Li away; unsure how to comfort her, he simply patted her shoulder. Su Li understood. She cast a final glance at Xi Song's home and then smiled, finding a sense of release as she left. Xi Song did not appear to see her off.
