The First Frost Episode 15 Recap
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Sang Yan stood by his university window, looking out towards Yihe. He reflected that some things, once they happen, can never truly disappear. His roommate, who was from Yihe, had just told him how to find the city from their dorm window. Meanwhile, Wen Yifan was grappling with her own thoughts about Sang Yan.
She discreetly sought advice from her colleague, Tian Jie, framing her situation as a "friend's" dilemma: what should a friend do if she spent a night in a man's arms and he later claimed he was "at a loss"? Tian Jie pressed for details, asking if the man "reacted" and if he had deliberately appeared shirtless. Soon, other colleagues, including Mu Chengyun, joined the conversation, offering various theories.
They speculated that the man either disliked the friend and was acting out of politeness, was used to having someone next to him, or was enacting a revenge scheme. Wen Yifan mused internally that Sang Yan wasn’t the type to tolerate something he genuinely disliked, but she also wondered if his actions were a form of revenge for her past hurts.
Despite her confusion, she instinctively felt that Sang Yan was a good person and she hoped he would remain "full of life" and brilliant. That night, she told Sang Yan through his closed door that, given her current situation, co-habitation was unsuitable, and she would find a one-bedroom apartment to move out as soon as possible. Zhong Siqiao accompanied Wen Yifan to view apartments but cleverly found faults with every option, trying to subtly deter her friend from moving.
Back at their apartment, Zhong Siqiao admired the thoughtful additions Sang Yan had made, like decorative lights and protective padding, to prevent Wen Yifan from getting hurt during her sleepwalking episodes. Zhong Siqiao then shared her own reasons for not moving out: to support her mother, who tirelessly cared for the entire family. Wen Yifan reflected on how people often prioritize making others happy, neglecting their own needs.
Later that night, Zhong Siqiao awoke to find Wen Yifan gone and discovered her friend once again asleep in Sang Yan's bed. Wen Yifan consulted a doctor about her sleepwalking. The doctor explained that while many cases are childhood-onset, some are late-onset. The doctor emphasized the importance of regular exercise, a stable sleep schedule, and stress management, noting that sudden stress or sleep deprivation could increase the frequency of sleepwalking.
When asked if she was under a lot of pressure, Wen Yifan denied it, but Zhong Siqiao interjected that Sang Yan was indeed a source of stress. Wen Yifan again denied it, yet images of her mother and aunt flashed in her mind. The doctor suggested finding stress-relieving methods, like dating. Zhong Siqiao then advised Wen Yifan to try flirting by subtly praising a man's zodiac sign.
Outside the hospital, Zhong Siqiao spotted Su Hao'an's grandpa and Uncle Ma heading into the neurology department. Grandpa seemed disoriented, unable to recall why he was there. After learning the seriousness of the situation, Zhong Siqiao contacted Su Hao'an, who initially believed his grandpa was there for a routine diabetes check. Su Hao'an and Zhong Siqiao then met with Dr. Liu, who informed them that Grandpa had Alzheimer's disease and was now in the early stages of dementia.
Dr. Liu explained that while the condition couldn't be fully reversed, timely treatment could slow its progression, and emphasized the challenges families face. Su Hao'an felt immense guilt for not recognizing the early signs. Zhong Siqiao reassured him and offered to connect him with a client who had cared for an Alzheimer's spouse for years. Later, at home, Su Hao'an found his grandpa sitting in silence.
Uncle Ma tearfully revealed that Woodie, Grandpa's beloved dog of sixteen years, had passed away that morning, leaving Grandpa heartbroken. Zhong Siqiao later informed Wen Yifan that Sang Yan had been busy with family-arranged blind dates, which made Wen Yifan feel a hint of disappointment. That evening, Wen Yifan bought a pizza and offered it to Sang Yan. He playfully reminded her of a previous instance where she refused his porridge, now questioning why he should eat her pizza.
Following Zhong Siqiao's advice, Wen Yifan tried to engage him by mentioning that Capricorn men are "gentle" and "responsible." Sang Yan interrupted her, asking about her doctor's visit regarding her sleepwalking. When Wen Yifan explained the doctor's advice about the benefits of having a roommate, Sang Yan wryly concluded that "you need me." He then directly asked if she still wanted to move out. Wen Yifan confessed that, honestly, she didn’t.
A satisfied Sang Yan then affirmed that her research on Capricorn men being "outstanding" was indeed correct. Wen Yifan subsequently called the real estate agent, Cao, to cancel all her apartment viewings. Just as Wen Yifan finished reheating Sang Yan's soup, Sang Yan’s mother arrived with a young woman named Kexin, a blind date arranged by her.
Sang Yan's mother recognized Wen Yifan from high school, confirming that Sang Zhi had already informed her about Sang Yan and Wen Yifan cohabiting. Observing Sang Yan's reaction, his mother subtly encouraged him to "go after" the girl he liked. Wen Yifan, misinterpreting her words, assumed Sang Yan was interested in Kexin, which caused her to burn the food she was cooking.
Sang Yan later returned home with takeout, choosing to eat with Wen Yifan rather than joining his mother and Kexin. Over dinner, Wen Yifan noted Sang Yan’s increasingly casual attire in common areas. Following Zhong Siqiao's "flirty" advice, she hinted that he was "dressing too revealingly" and that she might "commit a crime" if she couldn't control herself. Sang Yan leaned closer, asking what "crime" she was afraid of committing.
Flustered, Wen Yifan dodged the question, calling him "The Headliner" and questioning why she should "dare." He continued to tease her, asking if she dared to act on her thoughts, leaving her speechless.
