The Brightest Star in the Sky Episode 34 Recap
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Yang Zhenzhen sought out Old Bao to understand the truth about Zheng Baixu's illness. Old Bao confirmed it was curable but explained that Zheng Baixu's stubbornness, pride, and tendency to hold back his feelings were hindering his recovery by affecting his throat. Recognizing Zhenzhen's significant influence over Zheng Baixu, Old Bao urged her to persuade him to release his mental burdens, as dwelling on problems can manifest as physical sickness.
He also noted that as a singer whose voice is his most crucial asset, this was a particularly difficult period for Baixu. Later, Old Bao and the villagers hosted a grand bonfire party. Initially, Zheng Baixu was visibly uncomfortable with the fire, but Zhenzhen gently took his hand, encouraging him to stand farther away and assuring him of her presence. With her support, Baixu overcame his fear and joined the celebration, moved by the villagers' "free spirit" and happiness.
Under the stars, Baixu likened the constellations to his mother's "Blue Flame" diamond and confessed that his long-held dream of becoming the brightest star now seemed out of reach. Zhenzhen comforted him, reminding him that every star shines beautifully in its own way. They then heard the ethereal sound of Khoomei, which Baixu described as the purest music he had ever heard. He resolved to learn this unique singing style, noticing its similarity to the music at Grandpa Gu’s restaurant.
Baixu expressed deep gratitude to Zhenzhen for her unwavering support and vowed that once his voice healed, he would become the brightest star in the sky, with her as his guiding small star. As their departure neared, Zheng Baixu lamented leaving the grassland's freedom and the genuine nature of its people, apprehensive about returning to a city where he couldn't sing from his heart.
Before they left, Old Bao gave him medicine and a Khoomei instrument, a gift to remember the sound of the grassland. Meanwhile, Yu Zirui's new album surpassed a million downloads, solidifying his position at Star Entertainment. Du Wanqing planned to have him represent the company in a prestigious US singing competition, aiming to make him an international superstar. However, she found him to have "too much on his mind," preferring Zheng Baixu's simpler, purer approach to music.
Yu Zirui expressed his own desire to be a "fixed star" with a unique personal style, not a fleeting idol. He also proved adept at navigating company politics, earning praise for his high emotional intelligence and humble attitude while interacting with colleagues, including the skeptical VP Ma and senior artists Shi Yuxi and Amanda. Zhenzhen and Zheng Baixu discovered online that their neighbor, Grandpa Gu, whose real name is Jeff, was a Grammy Award winner.
This revelation connected the dots regarding the rare music in his restaurant, and Zhenzhen immediately decided Baixu must become his disciple. Just then, Yu Zirui called Zhenzhen. As she congratulated him, a jealous Zheng Baixu childishly interrupted, calling her "baby" to make her hang up. He then teased her for being harsh with him but gentle with Zirui, admitting he had fabricated the new discovery about Grandpa Gu just to end the "embarrassing conversation" between her and Yu Zirui.
Their banter ended in a playful scuffle. As Yu Zirui's star continued to rise, his manager informed him of plans to transfer Zhenzhen to his team, though she noted Zhenzhen's growing feelings for Zheng Baixu. Privately, Zirui confessed to a friend, Little Bin, that his success felt hollow, as every step was dictated by the company, stripping him of the freedom he once had.
When Zheng Baixu and Zhenzhen went to formally ask Grandpa Gu to be his mentor, they found his restaurant closed. Zhenzhen frantically called him, but the calls went unanswered. She speculated that Grandpa Gu might have intentionally left Beijing after their trip to Old Bao inadvertently exposed his hidden identity. Unwilling to give up, Zheng Baixu sent a heartfelt text message requesting an apprenticeship, declaring his approach was "a true heart for a true heart."
Finally, Zhenzhen returned home, where Xia Yuan was stunned to learn she had been on the grassland with Zheng Baixu, even joking if they had eloped to Las Vegas. Zhenzhen gave her handmade cheese but kept the true purpose of their journey a "secret."
