Resumo do episódio 20 de Somewhere Only We Know
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As students began to settle into the new semester, Liu Qi, a civil engineering student, embarked on his internship at a bustling construction site. The environment was challenging, with calls to wear safety helmets and the reality that "upon graduation, we will have to come here to work," leading some classmates to lament how tiring their chosen path seemed.
However, Liu Qi, viewing it simply as "just a job," remained dedicated, attentively learning about digging deep grooves and forming underground continuous walls, prioritizing safety in every step. Meanwhile, Xue Tong visited Mr. Chen's office, where she was given a student employment planning questionnaire and offered an internship opportunity at the campus magazine, which she eagerly accepted as she had ample free time. Later, a junior from the English major, Fan Shimao, approached her, seemingly keen to talk.
He was the class representative for the Russian elective and needed to copy materials from Mr. Mu's flash drive, which Xue Tong had. He barraged her with questions about the difficulty of the Russian course, the need to recite poems, the challenges of producing spring tongue sounds, and her Russian name, "Rosa." Back at school, while retrieving a parcel, Liu Qi noticed Xue Tong's name on a package and, thinking he would help, called her.
To his surprise, Xue Tong flatly stated she didn't want it and told him to throw it away, leaving Liu Qi confused but still holding onto the item. At the swimming pool, Zhong Qiang was seen giving advice to a female junior from the sports school's training team, who was hoping for special admission. He advised her on exam strategies, emphasizing stability and speed, and even mentioned removing a temporary tattoo.
Bai Lin arrived, immediately accusing him of flirting and demanding to see their WeChat conversation. Zhong Qiang explained the girl was a teacher-recommended special admission candidate he was merely guiding, but Bai Lin remained unconvinced and angry. She expressed her frustration about her own uncertain future, feeling lost about her thesis and career prospects.
She jokingly lamented that if she couldn't find a job, she'd have to go home and help with her dad's wedding business, to which Zhong Qiang jokingly offered to join, only for Bai Lin to reject him fiercely. Suddenly, news spread about a massive 7. 8 magnitude earthquake in Wushan. Donghu also experienced aftershocks, causing panic across the campus. Liu Qi, caught in the chaos, instinctively grabbed Xue Tong's abandoned parcel.
He later found her near the bathhouse, a place he had once described as having the most stable structure. Xue Tong was surprised he still had the package and once again urged him to discard it. Liu Qi, however, insisted she cared, opened it in front of her, only to reveal two broken custom-made couple mugs bearing photos of Xue Tong and Mu Chenghe.
He expressed pity, for the mugs, and Xue Tong, with a resigned expression, acknowledged that these were merely relics of the past. The earthquake in Wushan was later upgraded to 8. 1 magnitude, leaving widespread devastation. Deeply moved, Liu Qi decided to organize a donation drive for the disaster area, feeling a personal connection as he had planned to run a marathon there. He approached Xue Tong, now interning at the campus magazine, asking her to publicize the initiative.
Xue Tong was touched by his passion and confirmed she was already working on it. The campus magazine, under the guidance of Ms. Hu, quickly decided to publish articles and photos on the school's official social media accounts and website to maximize impact. Fan Shimao was dispatched to photograph the donation efforts, with Xue Tong joining him.
Meanwhile, Bai Lin returned to the apartment she shared with Zhong Qiang, only to find it in disarray after he had hosted a party with his friends. Furious, she started sorting clothes for donation. Zhong Qiang tried to appease her by offering a shirt she had bought him, suggesting it was durable and suitable for the disaster area. This further angered Bai Lin, who insisted he save it to wear when meeting her father.
Zhong Qiang, however, was hesitant to meet her father due to his demanding training schedule. Bai Lin accused him of prioritizing training over their relationship, expressing her profound frustration at his lack of understanding and their widening emotional gap. Later, her father called, revealing he had bought a house in Donghu for her. Bai Lin, still upset with Zhong Qiang, made an excuse not to meet her father.
While these events unfolded, Li Jiahang was also actively involved in organizing disaster relief. He chanced upon Xue Tong and inquired about Bai Lin, expressing relief upon hearing she was well. Separately, Zhao Xiaotang had officially returned to Mu Hai's side, and their relationship blossomed into an inseparable and loving bond, as they embarked on a business venture together. Driven by a strong desire to contribute directly, Liu Qi decided to go to Wushan as a volunteer.
Before his departure, he made sure to bid farewell to Xue Tong, who was deeply impressed and proud of his commitment. During this time, Xue Tong's postgraduate recommendation slot was largely confirmed, news which pleased Bai Lin. Meanwhile, Liu Qi successfully arrived in Wushan and, as his first act, reported his safe arrival to Xue Tong, bringing her great comfort.
Later, Mu Hai planned a trip for Zhao Xiaotang, but their journey was stalled as the roads were filled with vehicles heading to the disaster zone, causing an awkward delay. Fortunately, Zhao Xiaotang didn't mind the inconvenience. News of two Donghu-licensed rescue vehicles being lost in a landslide in Wushan circulated among students, causing Xue Tong great anxiety about Liu Qi's safety. When she brought her concerns to Mr. Chen, he cautioned against untrained volunteers entering the hazardous zone.
Liu Qi eventually returned, safe but weary. Bai Lin expressed her relief to see him. Liu Qi shared photos from Wushan, recounting the rescue of a third-grade boy who, despite his injuries, only cried for his lost drawing board and pencils. This deeply impacted Xue Tong, highlighting that hope and creative tools could be as vital as basic necessities for the children. Inspired, Xue Tong promptly sent Liu Qi's photos and story to her teacher for publication.
Liu Qi, planning to return to Wushan, asked her to keep his identity anonymous. Undeterred by the earlier refusal and still determined to contribute, Xue Tong decided to join him as a volunteer, bringing along drawing supplies for the children. Liu Qi promised to protect her during their journey. On their way to Wushan, Liu Qi and Xue Tong were stopped at a checkpoint by a police officer.
The officer gently but firmly explained that all untrained volunteers were being turned back due to the extreme dangers. Despite their disappointment, Xue Tong, her voice full of conviction, asked the officer to deliver their drawing supplies to the children, emphasizing that "they need hope" beyond mere food and shelter. The officer, moved by her plea, agreed to help if a route opened.
With their mission altered but their spirits unbroken, Liu Qi and Xue Tong began their journey back to Donghu, Liu Qi reassuring Xue Tong to rest. At the swimming pool, Bai Lin approached Zhong Qiang again. She demanded he fulfill his Valentine's Day promise to get a rose tattoo on his chest. Zhong Qiang resisted, citing his professional swimming career and the risk of infection. Bai Lin, feeling his excuses were a sign he didn't truly care, became increasingly emotional.
She accused him of changing, and Zhong Qiang later accused her of torturing him. Finally, she dragged him to a tattoo parlor. Zhong Qiang, clearly uncomfortable during the process, abruptly stopped the artist at the last minute, declaring, "I don't want to bear with it anymore. Bai Lin, all you know is to torture me." He refused to get the tattoo. Heartbroken and furious, Bai Lin left the parlor in tears, later found crying by Xue Tong in their dorm.
She lamented that "this time, maybe it's really my fault," and also expressed her feeling of being left behind, noting that Xue Tong was getting a postgraduate recommendation and Zhao Xiaotang was starting a business, while she herself felt lost about her own graduation and future. Despite the personal turmoil, news reports from Wushan showed steady progress in reconstruction, with children like Pan Wang drawing their "future home," symbolizing the enduring hope amidst adversity.
