Summer Again Episode 9 Recap
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Concerned about Tao Zhu's severe stomach ache earlier that morning, his friends wondered why Tong Xi took her to the hospital but hadn't returned her calls. The friends suspected Lin Nanyi knew something, urging him to reveal it. Lin Nanyi, after a brief exchange, received a phone call and quickly left. Meanwhile, Wei Ze woke up in the hospital, confused about his whereabouts.
Tong Xi explained he had fainted due to low blood sugar and asked if he hadn't been eating well since returning to Xi Hai, adding that the place likely offered nothing good to eat. Tong Xi apologized for troubling him. Wei Ze, however, expressed gratitude for her coming to fetch him, especially with his school registration to complete. He mentioned using her phone to contact a classmate, who should arrive soon.
Wei Ze then informed Tong Xi that he needed to head to the school to finalize his student registration procedures. Though he offered to wait until her classmate arrived, Tong Xi insisted he go about his important business, assuring him they could keep in touch later. After paying the hospital bills, Wei Ze departed. Shortly after, Lin Nanyi arrived at the outpatient clinic, surprised to find Tong Xi there.
He questioned Wei Ze's absence, only to learn Wei Ze had left to handle his registration. Lin Nanyi criticized Wei Ze as "undependable" for abandoning her, but Tong Xi defended him, citing his busy schedule. Unconvinced, Lin Nanyi retorted that a fainted person was surely important. He then expressed disappointment in Tong Xi, accusing her of faking refinement, dieting, skipping classes, and fainting just for Wei Ze, only for him to leave her at the hospital.
Tong Xi countered that she was the one who asked Wei Ze to leave. Just then, Tao Zhu called, urging Tong Xi to return to school before Ni Xiaowan started asking for medical leave slips, which could expose their lie. Despite Lin Nanyi's suggestion that she rest, Tong Xi insisted on returning to avoid being found out. Lin Nanyi then told her to change into her school uniform while he waited outside.
At Xi Hai High School, a teacher commended Wei Ze for his well-rounded achievements, describing him as a future "pride of Xi Zhong" upon his official transfer next semester for the National College Entrance Exam. They noted Tong Xi was also a transfer from Da Cheng, which Wei Ze confirmed, proudly mentioning he was the president of the art club when she auditioned there.
Later, while handling his registration receipt, Wei Ze spotted Ni Xiaowan and asked her to lead him to Tong Xi, as they were classmates. Ni Xiaowan, intrigued, questioned Wei Ze about Tong Xi's past achievements as a talented ballet dancer, international award winner, and even an actress. On the basketball court, Lin Nanyi’s friends observed his agitated demeanor. One friend commented on Tong Xi and Tao Zhu's recent strange behavior, noting both had "Seniors."
When Ni Xiaowan brought Wei Ze to Tong Xi's class, students buzzed about Tong Xi and Wei Ze being a "matchless handsome couple." During P. E. class, Lin Nanyi, seeing Tong Xi and Wei Ze together, impulsively challenged Wei Ze to a one-on-one basketball match, declaring it a game to three points. Lin Nanyi ultimately won. Tong Xi rushed to check on Wei Ze's hand, while Lin Nanyi just smiled.
Annoyed, Tong Xi confronted Lin Nanyi for playing too aggressively, but Wei Ze intervened, stating Lin Nanyi hadn't committed a foul and that physical defense was a normal part of the game. He admitted to enjoying the competitive match and vowed to be better prepared next time. Tong Xi, however, pointed out that Wei Ze wasn't even wearing proper shoes, implying he wasn't at his best.
Afterwards, one of Lin Nanyi's friends teased him for being jealous, noting how Tong Xi had only cheered for Wei Ze. Lin Nanyi denied it, dismissing Wei Ze as merely a "show-off Senior." Later, at a popular hawker food stall, Tong Xi apologized to Wei Ze for Lin Nanyi's behavior. Wei Ze, to her surprise, said he actually admired Lin Nanyi's excellence and enjoyed playing against him, seeing it as an opportunity to meet accomplished people before his transfer.
Despite the stall's popularity, Wei Ze expressed disdain, citing concerns about seafood hygiene and his sensitive stomach. He remarked that Xi Hai seemed to lack "decent restaurants," stating he preferred Izakaya for seafood. Wei Ze openly expressed his reluctance to return to Xi Hai after experiencing Da Cheng, only doing so out of family obligation for the NCEE. Tong Xi explained her return was due to her mother's job transfer, acknowledging an initial period of adjustment that eventually passed.
Wei Ze then questioned if she truly fit in with her local friends, wondering what they even talked about. Tong Xi humorously replied, "how to fish." Determined to change Wei Ze’s perception of Xi Hai, Tong Xi told him about the legendary "blue tears" at Five Rainbow Beach, describing them as bioluminescent organisms and a beautiful natural phenomenon.
Wei Ze, however, was skeptical, citing news reports that the blue tears were unlikely to appear this year and dismissing the "fairy tale" as a children's story, questioning how mere "fireflies in the ocean" could represent Xi Hai. Tong Xi then asked him if he believed in miracles, implying hope for their appearance.
Meanwhile, in the Drama Club, Tao Zhu dramatically recited lines for an audition, which Xu Ao found "full of Fauvism," telling her he would "think about it" before making a decision. Later, Tong Xi shared with Tao Zhu that Wei Ze had agreed to go with her to Five Rainbow Beach to see the blue tears, despite the low probability of them appearing. She hoped for a miracle to show him the "most beautiful Xi Hai."
Tao Zhu jokingly envisioned a romantic scene with hugging and cuddling, but Tong Xi quickly dismissed it, stating Wei Ze was not the mushy type. She confided in Tao Zhu that Wei Ze was different from her initial impression; she realized she didn't know him as well as she thought, and he wasn't entirely the person she had imagined. While still admiring him, she felt confused, attributing it to her earlier fainting spell.
Tao Zhu advised more interaction to foster understanding, but also warned Tong Xi that too much interaction might expose her carefully constructed "goddess" image. Tao Zhu then excitedly showed Tong Xi that her favorite comic, "Mint," had updated, introducing a new handsome character. Tong Xi then discovered that her idol, Guru Qing He, had sent her a private message days ago.
Overjoyed, she immediately replied, apologizing for her late response due to being busy and expressing her desire for more interaction to improve together. Qing He responded, asking if she liked the new update. Tong Xi enthusiastically confirmed she loved it, finding the female protagonist's experiences relatable to her own school life. Qing He then asked if there were adorable girls like her in her life who met an old friend after meeting "Qiu Ke" (a character from his comic).
Tong Xi, playing along, described such a girl who reunited with a long-time ballet partner, and how their relationship gradually improved despite initial misunderstandings. She then asked if she could share more about her life to provide him with inspiration. Qing He welcomed her to do so. Inspired by Tong Xi's plans, Tao Zhu decided to ask Xu Ao to watch the blue tears with her.
However, Xu Ao politely declined via message, citing evening make-up classes due to his busy schedule as a senior in the upcoming semester. Tao Zhu understood, acknowledging that he wouldn't want to waste time on "imaginary things" and envied Tong Xi for having her wish granted while hers was rejected. Later, as Tong Xi was about to leave, dressed up, her mother stopped her, demanding to know where she was going. Tong Xi lied, claiming she was meeting her father.
Her mother grudgingly let her go, complaining about her father's influence. Upon arriving at Five Rainbow Beach, Tong Xi called Wei Ze, apologizing for her delay. Wei Ze, however, informed her of a change of plans and that he had already left for the bus stop.
