Our Memories Episode 12 Recap
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Wang Jianmin observed that his son, Wang Diqiu, had recently become unusually diligent in his studies. He attributed this change to Wei Xing, whom he seemed very fond of, noting Diqiu had become more sensible thanks to Wei Xing. Wang Jianmin took the opportunity to remind Wei Xing's father about the informal agreement they had made when their children were young, hinting at an arranged marriage.
Guo Ting knew her father was making money outside the province but overheard him telling Wang Jianmin's family he was poor. She confronted her father, angry that he would lie to them, especially since Wang Diqiu's aunt and uncle had been so kind to her over the years. Her father dismissed her concerns, saying it was an adult matter and he was just trying to save face.
He had prepared a lucky draw for the children, explaining the prizes varied and setting a rule that they shouldn't compare or reveal what they got. Since Jiang Wenwen wasn't present, Shi Wenke volunteered to pick for her. Guo Ting initially refused to participate but her father urged her to, telling her not to be upset.
As they opened their envelopes, they discovered they had all won tickets to a Xu Yuteng fan meeting, which they celebrated excitedly by setting off Fairy Stick fireworks together. Grandma also gave them lucky money. Yang Guang called Ms. Chen to wish her a Happy New Year. Coincidentally, Ms. Chen was with her mother, who took the phone and barrage Yang Guang with questions about his age, origin, and residency status, making him feel awkward and Ms. Chen embarrassed.
Her mother told Yang Guang that her New Year's wish depended on him. Jiang Wenwen visited Jingjing to give her fruit, finding Jingjing smoking on the balcony. Jingjing was annoyed that Wenwen hadn't knocked before entering. Wenwen apologized and quickly left the room. Later that evening, as Han Shuai and others were getting ready to leave, Guo Ting called out to him. She stumbled and fell into his arms.
Unable to hold back, Guo Ting confessed her feelings to Han Shuai, expecting him to embrace her in return. Han Shuai was startled and pushed her away, telling her to calm down. He then suggested they play a game where she would close her eyes and count to three. Guo Ting, believing this was part of his reaction, complied, but when she opened her eyes, Han Shuai was gone. Jiang Wenwen was at home studying when the phone rang.
She answered eagerly, hoping it was someone special, and found it was Shi Wenke calling to wish her a Happy New Year. On the first day of the Lunar New Year, Wang Diqiu and Guo Ting hoped to sleep in but were woken by the noise of relatives arriving downstairs. They were compelled to get up and endure greetings and personal questions from various aunts. Later, outside what seemed to be Wei Xing's place, the friends gathered.
Wang Diqiu and Guo Ting complained about being woken up and pinched by relatives. Han Shuai lamented feeling like a "poor cabbage" when his relatives viewed him after his dad's financial troubles. Wei Xing commented that having fewer relatives had its benefits. Han Shuai suggested they form a study group as their teacher had recommended before the holiday. As they discussed pairings, Wang Diqiu was left without a partner.
Han Shuai offered Guo Ting to Wang Diqiu, saying he could work alone. Guo Ting was visibly upset and started to bring up what happened "yesterday," but Han Shuai pulled her aside, advising her not to talk about private matters in front of everyone. When she pressed him on why he ran, he admitted she scared him. He told her she was cute and nice, but not his type.
Meanwhile, Grandma listened to opera while Aunt Li and Guo Ting's mother washed her feet. Aunt Li expressed gratitude to Guo Ting's mother for taking care of Grandma and Ting since she and her husband, Laishun, lived far away. Guo Ting's mother said it was her pleasure as they were family.
Wang Diqiu learned from Grandma that the opera she was listening to, 'Pipa Xing,' was the piece playing when she and Grandpa met at an opera performance, making it their special love song. Guo Ting confided in Wei Xing and Jiang Wenwen about her failed confession to Han Shuai and how he ran. They were sympathetic and suggested she pursue him and then dump him.
Guo Ting revealed she already had a plan for the study group session, needing their help to ensure she could sit next to Han Shuai by strategically positioning others, including Li Jin whom Wang Diqiu referred to as "Vice President Li." The group met at a bookstore to study. Jiang Wenwen suggested they move tables as the current one was too crowded.
Wang Diqiu quickly claimed the seat next to Wei Xing, stating they were Ms. Chen's recognized "first study group" and Wei Xing was responsible for tutoring him. He told Li Jin his grades were already good and directed him to another table. Ms. Chen was set up on a blind date by her mother with a Mr. Ye.
Upon meeting, Mr. Ye immediately focused on her age, suggesting she needed to marry and have children quickly due to her "objective conditions." Ms. Chen politely declined, stating she preferred to follow her own heart. When she attempted to leave, Mr. Ye grabbed her arm. Yang Guang suddenly appeared, intervened by telling Mr. Ye not to touch her when she clearly refused, and escorted Ms. Chen out of the cafe.
As they left, Mr. Ye accused Ms. Chen of having a boyfriend but still going on blind dates. Outside, Ms. Chen expressed her frustration with being called a "leftover woman," telling Yang Guang she was content with her life, her students, friends, and work. Yang Guang reassured her, saying he would marry her if she couldn't find a partner.
When Ms. Chen thought he misspoke, Yang Guang insisted he meant it, revealing he had liked her since he was a freshman and she was a welcoming senior. That same evening, Guo Ting's parents announced they had to leave immediately due to an incident at the construction site. Guo Ting was heartbroken, having just spent a short time with them after a year apart, but told her mother she was used to them leaving quickly.
Her parents comforted her and instructed her to listen to her aunt, take care of Grandma, and obey her teachers at school, asking her not to worry them. Aunt Liu and Guo Ting's mother reassured each other that Guo Ting was a sensible child who would understand her parents' difficult situation. To cheer up Guo Ting, Han Shuai organized a trip to the amusement park for the group. Jiang Wenwen asked her mother, Yan Li, if she could go.
Yan Li was initially reluctant, questioning Wenwen's study habits if she wanted to play and worrying about her falling behind. Jingjing stepped in, vouching for Wenwen's recent diligence and arguing that a break was necessary for her health and could provide inspiration for her writing. Yan Li conceded, allowing Wenwen to go but with strict conditions: return early, don't linger at friends' homes, and write a 500-word essay about her experience.
The six friends (Wang Diqiu, Wei Xing, Han Shuai, Guo Ting, Shi Wenke, and Jiang Wenwen) went to the amusement park. They rode attractions and joked about racing. At one point, they noticed a peculiar couple walking strangely and speculated about them, later realizing it was their teacher, Ms. Chen. They enjoyed cotton candy, with Wang Diqiu attempting a magic trick to make his disappear.
