See You Again Episode 20 Recap
> See You Again Recap
Jin Ayin's newly revised script received praise from Director Feng, who instructed her to use it for their upcoming transfer to Suzhou. However, Jin Ayin remained dispirited and distracted, barely hearing the director's instructions. Noticing her downcast expression, Li Longda initially tried to convince himself not to meddle in her affairs, but ultimately couldn't ignore her distress. He approached her, asking why she seemed to ignore Director Feng.
Jin Ayin's eyes welled up with tears, and she murmured that Xiang Qinyu "had already known it," referring to her confession. She then tried to rationalize his lack of response by suggesting that she might have accidentally broken his earphones. Li Longda, seeing Jin Ayin's distress, pulled her towards Xiang Qinyu, urging her to clarify things. Xiang Qinyu, who had been speaking with some staff, asked them to leave.
Ayin hesitantly presented Xiang Qinyu with his earphones, apologizing for breaking them. He then revealed that they had been broken the day before, confirming he had heard her confession. Ayin, asking why he remained silent, was met with his firm response: "That's my answer." He then apologized if he had caused any misunderstanding, reiterated that he was destined to leave, and that he had always viewed her as a friend.
Unable to bear Jin Ayin's pain, Li Longda punched Xiang Qinyu. Xiang Qinyu warned him not to interfere, but Li Longda insisted it now concerned him, intending to teach Xiang Qinyu a lesson. Jin Ayin, however, asked Li Longda to stop fighting and ran off in tears. Li Longda quickly followed, concerned for her safety.
He found her, gently asking if she was hurt, and then confessed his own similar struggle, understanding her yearning for someone whose heart might not hold them, and how the person he liked had left just yesterday. He admitted he had tried to suppress his feelings but failed, and told her he would wait for her as long as there was hope, regardless of who was in her heart.
Jin Ayin, however, tearfully responded that it does matter, as only Xiang Qinyu occupies her heart, even if he doesn't reciprocate her feelings. She apologized to Li Longda and walked away. Li Longda, once again heartbroken, watched her retreating figure, mockingly reflecting on his own self-deceptive hopes. Returning to her room alone, Jin Ayin was consumed by sadness. As she recalled cherished memories with Xiang Qinyu, she discovered that he had moved out.
Xiang Qinyu, packing his belongings, informed someone that he would be living upstairs from that day forward and advised them to rest early. Jin Chuan introduced Chen Mumu to his friends as his girlfriend. His friends playfully teased him about finding a beautiful girlfriend, and Chen Mumu expressed surprise at the large gathering.
Jin Chuan showed his affection, not only preparing food himself after Mumu expressed surprise he could cook, but also demonstrating his care for his appearance; when asked about his good skin, he simply attributed it to being young. He shared a playful anecdote about a tree branch serving as a mascot for his shop, claiming it saved him and a friend from wolves on a mountain, though a friend quickly debunked the wolf part.
Later, during a discussion about love, Chen Mumu shared her view that "seven parts of love is just right," explaining that this amount offers less restraint and more individuality, allowing for more freedom without becoming a mutual burden, a sentiment Jin Chuan readily agreed with. One of his friends inquired about his plans for a photography trip to Tibet. Jin Chuan responded that the timing was still uncertain, hinting that his new relationship was a factor in his hesitation.
Director Feng spoke with Hu, emphasizing that conflicts between actors within the crew cast a negative light and hindered production. He demanded that Li Longda publicly apologize to Xiang Qinyu in Suzhou. Xiang Qinyu, however, interjected, stating that an apology was unnecessary as he had instigated the conflict, and promised such an incident would not recur.
Later, as the crew transferred to the new filming location, Jin Ayin's car, part of the convoy, stopped alongside Xiang Qinyu's at a traffic light. Xiang Qinyu saw Jin Ayin's car and, after they exchanged glances, he deliberately drew his car curtain, leaving Jin Ayin feeling uneasy. Xiang Qinyu resolved to investigate Ma Zehao.
He received a call confirming that the two assistants he had requested from Elder Di were in position, ready to carry out his instructions to monitor Ma Zehao. Xiang Qinyu's suspicions stemmed from recalling Ma Zehao's past statements about starring in a lead role and winning an award. He then remembered old photos from an acquaintance named Taotao, featuring both Ma Zehao (referred to as Aze) and Chi Yu, and Ma Zehao's previous request to visit a film set.
This led Xiang Qinyu to conclude that Ma Zehao had been lying. Meanwhile, Li Longda, attempting to cheer up Jin Ayin, brought her food, insisting she eat even if she was feeling down. He then openly expressed his unwavering affection for her.
He acknowledged that he knew she would likely reject him and that she preferred him not to complicate her feelings, but he insisted on pursuing his own desires and liking her, clarifying that his feelings had "nothing to do with you" in terms of burdening her. He reassured her that he was serious about his feelings. He then gently told her to rest early for work the next day. Ma Zehao located Chi Yu's parents' address.
After intercepting a broadband repair cancellation call, he impersonated a repairman to gain entry into their home. While there, he subtly gathered information, noticing talismans for Chi Yu and asking for the router's location. Meanwhile, Chen Mumu prepared for a business trip to a new filming location.
Her assistant informed her that the budget for "The Legend of Xiang Qinyu" had been halved by a Mr. Wu, prompting Mumu to instruct her to report any further interference while she was away. Jin Chuan surprised Chen Mumu by driving her there, teasing her as his "stray cat" and playfully calling her "husband." Upon arrival, they unexpectedly encountered Jin Ayin. Li Longda greeted Jin Chuan as "little brother-in-law," which immediately piqued Chen Mumu's curiosity about their connection.
Jin Ayin quickly clarified that she and Jin Chuan were "colleagues," then "ex-colleagues," explaining she had previously written articles for "Bao," Jin Chuan's nickname. She strictly forbade Jin Chuan from revealing their true relationship, fearing that Chen Mumu, known for her strict adherence to professionalism, would disapprove. Their furtive conversations did not go unnoticed, fueling Chen Mumu's suspicions.
She later confronted Jin Chuan, questioning who he had been speaking with and openly speculating if Jin Ayin was an ex-girlfriend, noting Ayin knew his nickname. Despite Jin Chuan's assurances that they were "only brothers," Chen Mumu expressed distrust, remarking that young people often have "messy relationships." Jin Chuan teased her about being jealous, but Chen Mumu, serious, reminded him it was her workplace and that bringing him to set was already inappropriate.
She then asked him to take photos while she went to the bathroom. Gossip about Chen Mumu and Jin Chuan spread quickly throughout the crew. While in the bathroom, Chen Mumu overheard two staff members disparaging her relationship with Jin Chuan, making harsh remarks about her age, accusing her of using work for personal gain, and suggesting she booked only one room to advance her career.
Unable to tolerate the malicious gossip, Teng Xi emerged from a stall and sternly rebuked the two women, reminding them of past mistakes, such as mismatched accessories (earrings and belts), and threatening to have their entire team replaced by Producer Hu if the rumors continued. Afterward, Chen Mumu thanked Teng Xi, but Teng Xi clarified that her intervention wasn't for Chen Mumu personally; she simply didn't want Jin Chuan to be embarrassed, as he was her friend.
She then asked Chen Mumu to openly define her relationship with Jin Chuan, admitting that she "only cared about him." Chen Mumu confirmed they were indeed a couple. Teng Xi then warned her not to pursue Jin Chuan if she wasn't serious, stating that he was different and they were not a suitable match. She explained that she had met Jin Chuan during a backpacking trip when her car broke down, and he, a professional backpacker, helped her.
He shared his dream with her then: to travel the world, capture meaningful photos, and eventually share these experiences with his loved one when he grew old. From that moment, Teng Xi had fallen for him and felt no one else could compare. She concluded by telling Chen Mumu that she shouldn't make a fool of Jin Chuan, implicitly asking her not to impede his journey or make him an object of ridicule.
