Nothing But Thirty Episode 4 Recap
> Nothing But Thirty Recap
Zhong Xiaoqin visited Gu Jia's new home, where Chen Yu presented them with a fish tank as a housewarming gift, noting that Xu Huanshan had previously felt the house lacked vitality. Gu Jia and Xu Huanshan tried to persuade Chen Yu about having a child. Xu Huanshan praised Chen Yu's patience, especially how he interacted with Xu Zi Yan around the fish tanks, remarking that he looked like a father.
Gu Jia then revealed that Zhong Xiaoqin was pregnant, prompting Xu Zi Yan to eagerly express his desire for a little brother. Gu Jia further elaborated on Zhong Xiaoqin's pregnancy symptoms, such as craving sour foods.
While Gu Jia and Xu Huanshan were hanging laundry together, Gu Jia advised Zhong Xiaoqin against lifting heavy items to avoid pressuring the fetus and offered to take her to a bookstore to buy pregnancy-related books, also cautioning her about consuming too many sweet desserts. Observing Gu Jia and Xu Huanshan's effortless teamwork, Zhong Xiaoqin reflected on her own marriage, where she and Chen Yu washed their clothes separately.
Later, as Chen Yu and Zhong Xiaoqin were leaving, Chen Yu's mood darkened. He accused Zhong Xiaoqin of using the housewarming as a pretense to team up with Gu Jia to pressure him into keeping the baby. Zhong Xiaoqin vehemently declared that she intended to keep the baby. Chen Yu firmly disagreed, stating that parenting involved immense responsibility and required economic stability, psychological readiness, and the capability to care for a child, none of which he believed they possessed.
He stressed that raising a child was far more challenging than giving birth. Zhong Xiaoqin, feeling hurt and envious of Gu Jia's family life, expressed her longing for a lively home, believing a child could bring that to their house. Chen Yu conceded that they could continue discussing the matter but insisted that the decision must be made by both of them.
A few days later, Song Donghu, the man Wang Manni had gone on a blind date with and subsequently blocked on WeChat, arrived at Mishil, the luxury store where she worked, with another woman. He intentionally embarrassed Wang Manni by having her serve his new girlfriend, remarking that she had missed her chance to be "Mrs. Song."
Unfazed, Wang Manni maintained her professional demeanor and skillfully persuaded his girlfriend to purchase a significant amount of items, totaling forty to fifty thousand yuan. As they left, Wang Manni subtly scoffed at Song Donghu, stating she was "too expensive" for him. Later, while having dinner with colleagues, Wang Manni's mother called, pressing her about her dating life.
Wang Manni reiterated her refusal to settle, explaining that she was willing to wait for a partner who was rich, interesting, and handsome. Her colleagues expressed their admiration for her professional resilience and also voiced their anxieties about the future in their physically demanding sales job. Chen Xu, who was driving for Xu Huanshan's company thanks to a job Zhong Xiaoqin helped him secure, overheard a conversation between Gu Jia and Xu Huanshan in the car.
Gu Jia mentioned that Chen Yu was being stubborn about the pregnancy, and Chen Xu excitedly realized that his sister-in-law was pregnant. He quickly called his mother to share the good news. Gu Jia and Xu Huanshan then met with Mrs. Wang, who was helping them with Xu Zi Yan's kindergarten application. Gu Jia cautioned Xu Huanshan not to get angry, regardless of what Mrs. Wang said.
Mrs. Wang explained that the kindergarten valued parental "strength" over interviews and instructed them to write "an annual firework show" in the "What can the parent provide" section of the enrollment form, emphasizing that it was a display of their capability. After Mrs. Wang left, Xu Huanshan expressed his disdain for the kindergarten's materialistic nature, causing an argument with Gu Jia. Gu Jia pacified him, reminding him that this was a rare opportunity for their son's education.
Reassured by Gu Jia, Xu Huanshan agreed to fill out the form. On Xu Zi Yan's first day of kindergarten, Gu Jia and Xu Huanshan accompanied him. The teacher introduced Gu Jia to Mu Zi's mom, the class council president. Mu Zi's mom initially expressed annoyance that Gu Jia came "empty-handed," mentioning a "legend" where new students' mothers must personally bake cupcakes with the children's names on them. Gu Jia apologized, explaining she was unaware.
Upon learning that Gu Jia resided in the affluent Jun Yue residence, Mu Zi's mom's demeanor instantly shifted to friendliness. She added Gu Jia on WeChat and invited her to join the parent group. Gu Jia quickly prepared personalized cupcakes with the kindergarten logo for all the children. At a parent gathering, where Gu Jia had brought her beautifully made cakes, a child named Nan Nan suddenly suffered an epileptic seizure. The sight shocked many children and parents.
That evening, Gu Jia discussed the incident with Xu Huanshan, explaining that Mu Zi's mom had quickly created a new WeChat group without the teacher or Nan Nan's parents, advocating for Nan Nan's expulsion. Xu Huanshan agreed that epilepsy was not contagious and supported Nan Nan remaining in school.
When Gu Jia checked on Xu Zi Yan, who was scared, she comforted him by explaining that Nan Nan had a "superpower" and his fainting was like a temporary power outage, assuring him that Nan Nan would not hurt him. Inspired, Xu Zi Yan expressed his willingness to help Nan Nan. Following this, Gu Jia publicly posted a statement in the parent WeChat group, representing her family in support of Nan Nan remaining in the kindergarten.
She argued that epilepsy was not contagious and that depriving a child of a normal education due to fear instilled discrimination. She concluded by stating that if Nan Nan were forced to transfer, her family would withdraw Xu Zi Yan. Her statement gained support from other parents. Chen Xu soon visited Chen Yu and Zhong Xiaoqin, bringing two bottles of vinegar he claimed their mother sent.
Chen Yu, infuriated that Chen Xu had told their mother about the pregnancy, confronted him. He accused Chen Xu of using the news to get money from their mother and threw the vinegar into the trash. Chen Xu admitted their mother had given him ten thousand yuan for the baby's expenses. Chen Yu scolded him, as they weren't planning on keeping the child.
Chen Xu argued that they should have the baby, but Chen Yu angrily retorted that he didn't want the child. Later, the principal convened a meeting with Mu Zi's mom and Gu Jia to discuss Nan Nan's situation. Gu Jia reiterated her stance, which had ultimately influenced most parents to support Nan Nan's continued enrollment.
Mu Zi's mom reluctantly agreed but warned Gu Jia to consult her before speaking out in the group in the future, implying that Gu Jia, as a housewife, might not understand the complexities of social interactions and that her actions could negatively impact her child. Mu Zi's mom later confronted Gu Jia privately, accusing her of trying to usurp her position on the Parent Committee.
Gu Jia denied this, stating her only desire was for her son to receive a good education without encountering discrimination. Mu Zi's mom responded with a veiled threat. Meanwhile, Wang Manni was promoted to Marketing Supervisor and awarded a European cruise for securing the large order. Her colleagues praised her, acknowledging she deserved the promotion.
Soon after, a wealthy male customer, attracted to Wang Manni, made extravagant purchases and attempted to ask her out for dinner, offering her his purchase receipt for points. Wang Manni politely declined, pointing out that he had left his wedding ring in his pocket while trying on clothes, subtly implying that she was aware of his marital status and would not accept his advances.
