Since I Met U Episode 11 Recap
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In the evening, Jiang Sihan and Cheng Mu helped Rui Rui pack his belongings as he was returning home the following day. Rui Rui, in his childlike voice, announced that his parents had reconciled and expressed his hope to play with Jiang Sihan and Cheng Mu’s future child the next time he visited. Jiang Sihan chuckled at the boy's earnestness.
After taking Rui Rui to the airport the next day, Jiang Sihan sat anxiously on the sofa, realizing Cheng Mu hadn't formally acknowledged their relationship. She brought up that it was time for her to move out soon, mentioning she had already canceled her previous lease and would need to stay a bit longer until she found a new place.
Cheng Mu, misinterpreting her mention of moving as a desire to distance herself, awkwardly told her she could continue staying and to let him know when she planned to move so he could help. Sensing his hesitation and misinterpreting his offer as a subtle hint for her to leave, Jiang Sihan retorted that she would hire a moving company herself. Later, Cheng Yu, Cheng Mu’s sister, confronted him, expressing surprise that Jiang Sihan was already "sick" of him.
She even suggested that Jiang Sihan consider Mr. Liu, a man who had previously shown interest in her sister. Cheng Mu was annoyed by the mention of Mr. Liu, but Cheng Yu pressed him on why he hadn't stopped Jiang Sihan from moving. Cheng Mu admitted he merely told her she could continue staying, to which Cheng Yu expressed her frustration, likening his inaction to an amateur's play.
She urged him to openly express his true feelings, but Cheng Mu stated he was afraid of holding Jiang Sihan back, citing his own complex situation. Cheng Yu countered that such concerns were trivial, going as far as to suggest that loving someone meant "holding them hostage." She warned him that if he didn't act, he would be left to cry while someone else claimed Jiang Sihan.
Cheng Mu maintained that his decision was made to spare Jiang Sihan from his burdens, given her unawareness of his situation. Jingyang, who was present, commented on the siblings' contrasting approaches to love: Cheng Yu dared not face it, while Cheng Mu dared not embrace it. That evening, Jiang Sihan confided in her sister during a video call, admitting she was unsure of Cheng Mu’s feelings due to his inconsistent behavior.
Her sister encouraged her to be proactive, reminding her that taking the initiative in love was perfectly fine. She advised Jiang Sihan to create some distance between them, believing that if Cheng Mu truly cared, he would return to her. Meanwhile, Han Xianglan was looking for Jian Yihang, learning from his colleagues that he had taken a day off due to a personal matter. Suspecting he might be avoiding her, she obtained his address and went to find him.
On her way, she witnessed Jian Yihang being beaten by debt collectors. She bravely intervened, verbally confronting the men and warning them she had called the police, which made them back off. When she asked Jian Yihang why he didn't fight back, he retorted that he deserved it for owing them money and told her to mind her own business. Han Xianglan declared she would pay off his debts and spontaneously asked him to be her boyfriend.
When he refused, she dramatically feigned dizziness and low blood sugar, prompting Jian Yihang to carry her back home in a princess carry. Later, among Jian Yihang’s friends, Han Xianglan playfully confirmed she was his girlfriend, even though she had lightly hit him in frustration earlier. The friends teased Jian Yihang, remarking on his popularity. Driven to perfect his new dessert, named "Encounter" by Jiang Sihan, Cheng Mu worked tirelessly in the bakery.
His employee suggested expanding the business due to the success of Sweet's new branch and the growing popularity of local fishing villages as tourist attractions. However, Cheng Mu refused, prioritizing quality control and employee training over immediate expansion. Despite his dedication to his work, Cheng Mu grappled with deep-seated issues stemming from his tumultuous childhood. He saw marriage as a confinement, marred by the endless arguments he witnessed between his parents, fearing he would repeat their cycle of conflict.
Jingyang once commented on Cheng Mu's reservations, noting that unlike his sister who was afraid to confront love, Cheng Mu was afraid to love at all. Late one night, after returning home, Cheng Mu paused outside Jiang Sihan's room, wanting to confess his feelings, but childhood traumas held him back from knocking. Jiang Sihan, hearing his retreating footsteps, felt another wave of disappointment, acutely aware that their time together was running short.
The next morning, Jiang Sihan found a note from Cheng Mu stating he had stepped out, unsure of his return. This amplified her doubts about his feelings. When Cheng Yu visited, Jiang Sihan expressed her confusion and even her intent to take a leave of absence to clear her head. Cheng Yu reassured her, emphasizing that Cheng Mu had never valued anyone as much as he did Jiang Sihan, but admitted he needed time to overcome his inner struggles.
While tidying up, Jiang Sihan discovered Cheng Mu's notebook. Reading his entries, she learned of his deep loneliness and quiet struggles, how desserts became his solace, and his strong bond with his sister. She realized he often visited the beach to cope with his past sorrows. Her heart ached for his solitary journey, wishing she had met him sooner to alleviate his burdens.
At the beach, Jiang Sihan encountered her college class president, who had opened a new branch of Sweet. The president invited her to promote his new store, acknowledging her growing online presence as a future influencer. Jiang Sihan accepted, seeing it as an opportunity. She informed Cheng Yu of her decision to move out of Cheng Mu's place and take up the promotion, believing that some distance might help clarify their feelings.
Upon receiving Jiang Sihan’s message, Cheng Yu grew anxious, declaring to Jingyang that their "sister-in-law" was about to "run away" and she needed to "catch her back." She quickly rallied Jingyang to drive her to Jiang Sihan, determined to share the full extent of Cheng Mu’s past experiences and struggles with her. As they arrived, Cheng Yu immediately told Jiang Sihan that she had something important to reveal about Cheng Mu.
