Summer Again Episode 8 Recap
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To protect Tong Xi's "ballerina" image, Lin Nanyi suggested a strategy: the anonymous poster likely feared exposure, and the letter itself lacked specific evidence against Tong Xi, being merely a clickbait attempt to generate buzz around her "White Swan" persona. By disrupting this narrative, they could control the situation. Tao Zhu then bravely stepped forward, claiming that a love letter she had written for Xu Ao was stolen, stating that if she took the blame, no one would doubt it.
Despite Tong Xi's hesitation to let Tao Zhu take the blame, Lin Nanyi insisted it was the best approach, as the public's excitement stemmed from the contrast between the letter's content and Tong Xi's refined image. Tao Zhu then posted her fabricated story online about her letter being stolen and instructed Lin Nanyi to have the administrator pin it.
Tong Xi was deeply moved by Tao Zhu and Lin Nanyi's unwavering support, realizing that she was loved and accepted regardless of whether she maintained her goddess facade. Later in class, Tao Zhu explained her story, claiming her letter was taken from a book, which the classmates easily believed. They expressed sympathy for Tao Zhu and indignation towards the "treacherous person" who posted it anonymously, calling it a pre-meditated act.
As a token of her gratitude, Tong Xi promised to bring Tao Zhu art books from Guru Qing He’s upcoming signing event. Lin Nanyi, who is secretly Guru Qing He, reviewed Tong Xi’s enthusiastic online messages to him, noting how they sharply contrasted with her usual demeanor. He internally debated whether to reveal his identity to her but decided to keep it a secret for now, preferring to observe her reactions to his comics.
Tao Zhu later confessed to Tong Xi that her friendship wasn't contingent on Tong Xi's ballet prowess, whether she shaved her legs, or her elegance; rather, it was because of the many admirable qualities she saw in Tong Xi.
Just as Tong Xi had agreed to abandon her "Goddess Plan," she received an email from Wei Ze, the most important audience for her plan, informing her that he was returning to Xi Hai Town in a few days to handle his student status. He also mentioned that he was from Xi Hai. Overjoyed and eager to make a good impression, Tong Xi became consumed with dieting to fit into a beautiful dress for their meeting.
This new focus meant she neglected her upcoming quizzes and even the latest updates to "Mint," unknowingly missing Guru Qing He's reply to her messages.
When her classmates discussed how the protagonist of "Mint" strikingly resembled Tong Xi, Tao Zhu openly questioned if Tong Xi had sent selfies to Guru Qing He, a suggestion Tong Xi quickly dismissed, claiming she hadn't even had time to read the latest chapter due to her busy schedule with Mint updates, quizzes, and Wei Ze's return. Meanwhile, Tao Zhu attended Drama Club rehearsals, where her nervousness left her unable to remember her lines.
Xu Ao, the club president, generously offered to practice with her, which, ironically, only made her more anxious. The day Wei Ze was due to arrive, Tong Xi and Tao Zhu concocted a plan to skip class. Tong Xi feigned illness, clutching her stomach and claiming excruciating pain, while Tao Zhu, pretending to be concerned, volunteered to take her to the infirmary. Once safely out of sight in the school bathroom, they changed into their outfits for the reunion.
Despite Tao Zhu's admiration for Tong Xi's courage and freedom, she confided her continued struggle with memorizing lines for the play, even with Xu Ao's help. Upon receiving a message from Wei Ze that he had arrived at Xi Hai Airport and was taking the bus, Tong Xi, having deprived herself of food for several days, rushed to the bus station. Overwhelmed by nerves, she greeted Wei Ze, proudly asking if he noticed her transformation, attributing it all to him. Before he could respond, she fainted, collapsing into his arms. Wei Ze, concerned, immediately took her to the hospital.
