Resumo do episódio 22 de Shining Like You
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While Fang Yan was still grappling with the decision of whether to accept the supporting male lead role in “Jujiu,” Lu Qiyi and Sun Zhuowen arranged a meeting between Fang Yan and his estranged father, Su Wen. Su Wen, admitting he had been wrong in the past, explained that he separated from Fang Yan's mother because he feared the complexities and potential dangers of the entertainment industry would harm them.
He recounted a past betrayal by a close friend, which profoundly shaped his view of the business. Fang Yan expressed a lack of understanding regarding his father's past choices. Su Wen acknowledged this, stating he didn't demand understanding, but because of these fears, he strongly opposed Fang Yan becoming an actor, worried he would lose his true self and most precious values. However, as Fang Yan grew, Su Wen realized his son genuinely loved acting.
He confessed his pride in Fang Yan's passion and ultimately chose to respect his decision, encouraging him to learn from Sun Zhuowen. Shortly after, Fang Yan successfully completed an audition for the "Jujiu" director. Meanwhile, the Modern Acting Company visited the Southern University of the Arts for their annual "Eyas Program," which selects outstanding students for overseas study and direct contracts. Lu Qiyi was selected for this rare opportunity.
Hao Kaixin was rejected once again, specifically told that her resume had been "misplaced." She was further disheartened when a classmate mocked her for her appearance, suggesting she would have been chosen if she were prettier. In her sadness, Hao Kaixin went to look for Li Sanshang. She arrived just as Li Sanshang and Jiang Xiaoyu were confronted by Ma Xiangyu, a senior who had been harassing Xiaoyu.
To get rid of Ma Xiangyu, Jiang Xiaoyu playfully wrapped her arm around Li Sanshang and announced she had a boyfriend. Hao Kaixin, witnessing this, misunderstood the situation, which intensified her insecurities, reminding her of past taunts about being an "ugly monster" and believing Li Sanshang would never be interested in her. She reflected on her desire to be a lead, not just a stand-in.
Driven by her desire for beauty and a chance at a leading role, Hao Kaixin returned to a plastic surgery clinic. The doctor strongly advocated for a bone-shaving procedure, emphasizing that her facial structure was the issue, not just muscle, and that "looks reign supreme" in the industry. Despite initial hesitation and concerns about safety, Hao Kaixin eventually agreed to the surgery after the doctor assured her of their top-tier services.
While filling out the emergency contact form, she called Li Sanshang. However, Li Sanshang was teaching a class, and his phone was answered by a mischievous student. Hao Kaixin overheard Jiang Xiaoyu playfully offering Li Sanshang candy, further fueling her misunderstanding of their relationship. Believing the worst, Hao Kaixin hung up and signed the surgery agreement. Concerned for Du Ang, Zouyang Zimo took a bus to Jinsha Village.
She missed the last bus at 7 PM and had to wait overnight at the station for a 5 AM bus the next morning. After a long journey and asking locals for directions to the "Du family who sells toy water guns," she eventually found Du Ang in a secluded, small broken house.
Du Ang, startled by her arrival, initially apologized for running, claiming he was being followed, but then insisted he would not return to the crew, feeling ashamed and undeserving of the role, especially since he knew Fang Yan had taken it over. Zouyang Zimo criticized his irresponsibility, but Du Ang was consumed by feelings of neglect, recounting a lonely childhood where his parents, engrossed in business, rarely noticed him or celebrated his birthday.
He felt like an outsider, constantly waiting for parents who never came. Zouyang Zimo, in an attempt to show her care, gave him a peace charm she had obtained from a temple, explaining its purpose was to bring inner peace and to signify that someone cared for him. When Du Ang asked for her reason, Zouyang Zimo confessed her feelings for him, but he dismissed it as a joke.
Back at school, Li Sanshang and Jiang Xiaoyu were telling the story of "The Ugly Duckling" to children when Li Sanshang was overcome with a bad premonition, accidentally knocking over a glass of water. His premonition proved tragically accurate: Hao Kaixin's surgery had failed. In the aftermath, Hao Kaixin refused to see anyone, isolating herself from friends and even Li Sanshang, who visited her daily.
Her mother, too, was unable to bring herself to tell Hao Kaixin the full extent of her facial injuries as the day approached for the bandages to be removed. Lu Qiyi and her friends, regretting not doing more to support Hao Kaixin, decided to visit her the next day, hoping to offer comfort, even if it meant simply being present outside her window. Meanwhile, the filming of "Jujiu" officially wrapped up.
Li Xun, harboring deep affections for Sun Zhuowen, took the opportunity to sincerely confess her feelings and expressed a desire to rekindle their past relationship. However, Sun Zhuowen gently but firmly rejected her, stating that "what's past is already the past; it can be remembered and savored, but it can never truly return." He acknowledged her support, particularly her choice to stand by him and his students despite company objections, but maintained his stance. Following his abrupt departure from the "Jujiu" set, Du Ang's father was furious and stopped paying his tuition fees, forcing Du Ang to take on work to support himself.
