The Best Thing Episode 15 Recap
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He Suye packed his belongings, preparing to return to Hang City. Downstairs, he encountered young Wang Chang, who appeared nervous in his presence. He Suye kindly asked why he seemed scared, and Wang Chang explained that his mother had instructed him to be well-behaved and not a bother on his first visit. Realizing he had forgotten to buy a gift, He Suye gave Wang Chang some lucky money, telling him to buy whatever he liked.
As He Suye's taxi arrived, his father's girlfriend, Nurse Wang, prompted He Sheng to say goodbye. He Sheng then told He Suye to drive safely and disregard anything he might have said while drunk. He Suye responded that he understood, noting that "people are honest when they're drunk." Upon arriving in Hang City, He Suye immediately messaged Shen Xifan, using the pretext of giving her something to arrange a meeting in the park.
He presented her with two jars of red beans and several medicinal food recipes. He told her that Xu Xiangya had mentioned her emotional state and he felt Shen Xifan "really needed this right now." He Suye explained that red beans help clear stagnation and heal sores, and the medicinal food could help regulate her mood.
Stating that blockages build up over time and "when there's stagnation, there's pain," He Suye revealed that he had experienced a similar painful breakup himself, becoming "pretty down for a while," and could empathize. He recounted eating medicinal food for over a year, which helped, but ultimately realized that returning to a normal routine with regular meals and self-care was the most crucial step.
He advised her not to feel bad or worthless, emphasizing that she was only heartbroken by a bad relationship. He encouraged her to love herself and live well, adding that he hoped she could heal quickly. He then asked her to send him a photo the next time she prepared the red beans. He Suye then visited his maternal grandfather, Yuliren. His grandfather offered him tea and asked if he had argued with his father.
He Suye replied that his father barely had time for him because he had found a girlfriend, adding that she seemed nice and they got along well. His grandfather gently reminded He Suye that his mother had been gone for a long time and some things were better left in the past. He expressed that he had let go, and He Suye should too, advising him not to interfere with his father finding someone to share his life with.
He Suye affirmed his understanding and offered to spend every Spring Festival with his grandfather and his late mother from then on. His grandfather agreed and then brought up Fang Kexin's desire to change her PhD research direction, questioning if He Suye had failed to mentor her properly. He Suye countered that it was her decision and she must have her own reasons. He reassured his grandfather that he should carefully consider it with her, as it concerned her future.
Shen Xifan joyfully announced to her friends, Xu Xiangya and Lin Yishen, that her application to a Swiss university was approved. She explained that she had two options for enrollment: February or October, and she wanted to defer until October. Her primary reasons included needing to save more for living expenses and completing seven years of service at the Gunan Huating Hotel, which would also mark one full year as front office manager, making her resume more complete.
However, Xu Xiangya and Lin Yishen playfully suggested that her real reason was to spend more time with Dr. He, leaving Shen Xifan speechless. Later, Shen Xifan shared her decision with her parents, who supported her. She then informed Xu Xiangya, who reminded her to "inform everyone who needs to know." Shen Xifan was torn, trying to figure out how to tell He Suye about her changed departure date without implying anything. She drafted a message but then deleted it.
As she hesitated, her phone displayed "He Suye is typing. . ." , but after a long wait, no message arrived. A resident at the hotel, Ms. Liu, experienced a sudden health episode. Fortunately, a cleaning staff member found her and alerted Shen Xifan. Though Ms. Liu initially dismissed it as an old ailment, she was experiencing a severe cough and chest tightness, which she attributed to the after-effects of lung cancer treatment.
She expressed her reluctance to endure further invasive hospital procedures. Shen Xifan, concerned, suggested a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) oncologist she knew, explaining that TCM treatments were less invasive. Ms. Liu agreed to consider it, and Shen Xifan immediately messaged He Suye. He Suye replied that he would need to see Ms. Liu in person and asked Shen Xifan to bring her to his afternoon clinic, advising them to "try to come early."
Later, Shen Xifan accompanied Ms. Liu to He Suye's clinic. Their eyes met briefly as they entered. He Suye reviewed Ms. Liu's medical records and symptoms. When he requested a CT scan, Ms. Liu presented a photo of an old one, which He Suye deemed "not clear enough." Despite Ms. Liu's reluctance, Shen Xifan encouraged her.
He Suye then asked Fang Kexin to accompany Ms. Liu for the scan, telling Shen Xifan he was worried she and Ms. Liu might get lost. Once alone with He Suye, Shen Xifan confirmed her health was "pretty good." He Suye checked her pulse and then inquired about her study abroad plans. Shen Xifan admitted she had received her offer but had been hesitant to tell him. She then revealed, "Actually. . . I'm not leaving until October."
He Suye, visibly annoyed, questioned the sudden change from her previous plan of a February departure. Shen Xifan stumbled, explaining she hadn't realized she could choose the semester. When she asked if there were any other issues with her health, He Suye paused before replying, "Nothing major. . . just that you're a bit heartless." He then casually advised her to drink some tangerine peel tea.
After the check-up, Ms. Liu asked Shen Xifan about her relationship with He Suye, perceiving that there was "a situation" between them. Ms. Liu insightfully remarked that He Suye cared for her deeply, observing, "If you were truly certain about your decision, you wouldn't be so concerned about his feelings." She concluded with a poignant piece of advice: "There are things you don't have to admit, but your heart always knows the truth."
Her words resonated deeply with Shen Xifan, whose mind filled with memories of He Suye's comforting words. The next morning, He Suye messaged Shen Xifan, inquiring if she had eaten the red bean medicinal food. Shen Xifan responded with a photo of a "Black rice porridge with red beans and tangerine peels" her father had prepared according to his recipe. Meanwhile, He Suye personally saw a young patient, Zhao Ze, off from the hospital, providing detailed instructions for post-discharge care.
As they prepared to leave, Zhao Ze shyly asked He Suye if he could tell the "lady who gave me this" that he had been discharged. He Suye understood he was referring to Shen Xifan and promised to let her know.
