The Brightest Star in the Sky Episode 22 Recap
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Vivian Han, an award-winning international film actress, was set for an upcoming collaboration with Zheng Baixu and had specifically requested Jason's studio for styling. Upon her arrival, everyone realized she was Wenwen, an old acquaintance rumored to have dated Zheng Baixu. Wenwen arrived late and bragged about her international success and busy schedule, prompting sarcastic remarks from Zheng Baixu about her shifting accents and her hometown, Tieling.
Afterwards, Yang Zhenzhen apologized to Zheng Baixu for not having verified the collaborator's identity, but he assured her it wasn't her fault and professionally completed the photoshoot. Meanwhile, the PR Department discussed Wenwen's radically changed appearance and how to capitalize on the renewed hype surrounding her and Zheng Baixu. Seeing Zheng Baixu's popularity return, Sun Yuqi approached Yuhong, demanding to be his manager again. Yuhong refused, reminding Sun Yuqi that she had previously abandoned the role.
Instead, Yuhong suggested she become an assistant to the company's new talent, Yu Zirui, an offer Sun Yuqi flatly rejected as a "slap in the face." Yuhong advised her to stop being picky and reflect on her own shortcomings, pointing to Yang Zhenzhen's hard work as an example and noting that a person's insight and class determine their destiny. Meanwhile, Yu Zirui was exceptionally diligent, tirelessly practicing in the recording studio.
He offered suggestions for chord and lyrical adjustments, which music producer Mr. Chang encouraged. Elsewhere, Chen Tianhao spoke with his doctor and decided to postpone a necessary surgery for six months to focus on company matters, asking that his condition be kept secret. He then met with Yu Zirui to lay out his expectations, defining idol stars as "commercial products" who are forbidden from dating.
He presented the contract, highlighting the restrictive clauses and severe financial penalties for breaking them, making it clear that Zirui's career depended on his compliance. Later, Zhenzhen ran into Yu Zirui, and they made plans to have dinner to celebrate his contract. As Zhenzhen watched Zirui sing with admiration in the studio, Zheng Baixu observed them from the doorway. Visibly jealous of Zirui's talent and Zhenzhen's attention, he left for home in a foul mood.
Zhenzhen followed him, bringing him vitamin C. She insisted he accompany her to a "Yarn Sorting Organization," a place where people patiently untangle yarn by hand. After they successfully completed the task, Zheng Baixu felt a sense of accomplishment. Zhenzhen used the moment to encourage him, saying that instead of sulking over talented rivals like Yu Zirui, he should focus on improving himself. Moved, Zheng Baixu called her the best assistant he'd ever had.
Xia Yuan successfully secured the position of Yu Zirui's new assistant. On her first day, she excitedly told Zhenzhen and asked for advice about company personnel like Director Yu and Liu Yinan. Zhenzhen offered her honest assessment of their personalities. The two arranged to have dinner, but Zhenzhen revealed she already had a date with Yu Zirui. Chen Tianhao, Du Wanqing, and Changran gathered to discuss Yu Zirui's first title track.
Du Wanqing and Changran praised its artistic quality, but Chen Tianhao dismissed it as too niche for the mass market. Focused on commercial success and wary of risks after Zheng Baixu's past controversies, he asserted his final say and pressured a distressed Yu Zirui to accept a more mainstream song. Later, at a restaurant, Yu Zirui confessed his feelings for Zhenzhen. However, he tearfully explained that he could not pursue a relationship.
He cited the company's strict no-dating clause and his desire to first achieve success before committing to anyone, stating that to make the world hear his music, he was prepared to give up everything, including her. Stunned, Zhenzhen felt she was looking at a stranger, as the Yu Zirui she knew would never sacrifice his principles or their connection for commercial success.
