Whirlwind Girl Episode 16 Recap
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Before her departure for America, Fang Tingyi was confronted by her brother, Fang Tinghao, who questioned her pursuit of Yu Chu Yuan. Tingyi insisted that Chu Yuan reciprocated her feelings and was the love of her life, despite Fang Tinghao’s assertion that Chu Yuan only saw her as a sister and "doesn't like you." Undeterred, Tingyi declared that anyone who stood in her way would be her enemy.
Although Fang Tinghao expressed his ongoing concern, he eventually presented Tingyi with an American Express Black Card and keys to an LA apartment as early birthday gifts, explaining he wouldn't be able to celebrate with her. He promised to discuss her trip with their grandfather.
Meanwhile, Xiaoying urged Bai Cao via phone to hurry to the airport to see Senior Chu Yuan off, but Bai Cao reassured her there was ample time as she was helping to move books for Mr. Chen. Unbeknownst to Bai Cao, Tingyi contacted an "Uncle Liu" to change her flight to America, ensuring she would be on the same flight as Chu Yuan, and expressed her determination that Bai Cao would not get her way.
Ruo Bai also received a call, learning that Chu Yuan's flight had been rescheduled for 11 am, much earlier than planned. As Bai Cao continued to help Mr. Chen at the library, Xiaoying frantically called her, informing her of Chu Yuan's changed flight and his imminent departure. Bai Cao rushed to the airport, only to find that Chu Yuan's plane had already left. She tried to call him, but his number was unavailable.
Before leaving, Chu Yuan had asked Ruo Bai and Xiaoying to say goodbye to Bai Cao for him and to remind her to apply her medicine regularly. To Bai Cao's dismay, Tingyi appeared with Chu Yuan at the airport. Tingyi informed Bai Cao that Chu Yuan had invited her to America and returned a pen Bai Cao had intended as a gift, dismissively claiming Chu Yuan found it "poorly made" compared to the "gold pens" Tingyi bought him.
Tingyi further asserted that Chu Yuan only viewed Bai Cao as a promising Yuan Wu Dao student and that his promise to Tingyi's mother to care for Tingyi for life meant his future with Tingyi was already decided. She advised Bai Cao not to disturb Chu Yuan, as he would be busy studying and working to help Madam Fang. News spread that Bai Cao had been accepted into Coach Shen Ning's training center, exciting Xiaoying.
Ruo Bai clarified that there was also a special self-funded class, prompting Xiaoying to enthusiastically announce her intention to join so she could be with everyone. However, Bai Cao remained withdrawn, heartbroken by Tingyi's words and Chu Yuan's perceived rejection. Xiaoying comforted her, expressing outrage at Tingyi's cruel remarks about the gift pen. Ruo Bai later arranged for Xiu Qin to speak with Bai Cao.
Xiu Qin reminded Bai Cao of her own dream to train under Coach Shen, a dream tragically cut short by a car accident, and tearfully implored Bai Cao to dedicate herself wholeheartedly to training for both their sakes. Bai Cao promised to work hard, and Ruo Bai, observing from a distance, felt she didn't need to know the extent of his efforts.
The Fang Group's significant investment in the training camp was evident as students, including Bai Cao, Xiaoying, and Ruo Bai, gathered at the Anyang training camp. Coach Shen addressed the new A Team, outlining a rigorous three-year program with daily four-hour practices from Monday to Friday, doubling on weekends. She warned them of bi-weekly tests, with failure resulting in expulsion, and expressed her hope that they would all remain and achieve great improvement.
Two years later, Bai Cao, having diligently trained at the Anyang training camp, emerged victorious in a martial arts competition in Hangzhou. World Champion Fang Tinghao was invited to present her with the award. As he held the trophy, he playfully refused to release it until Bai Cao agreed to a condition. Not wanting to cause a scene, Bai Cao publicly accepted his demand. Fang Tinghao then relinquished the trophy, reminding her to prepare for his upcoming request.
Meanwhile, Coach Shen, impressed by Xiaoying's spirited defense of her aunt Guang Ya, invited Xiaoying to join the team, much to Xiaoying's delight. Ruo Bai later sought out Coach Shen, strongly advocating for Bai Cao to be considered for the World Youth Competition. He presented video evidence of Bai Cao's impressive triple kick, a move she had recently used to win, and also noted her victory against the national team, arguing that it proved her capabilities.
However, Shen Ning dismissed Bai Cao's chances, citing the formidable international competition, particularly the dominant Korean champion Li En Xiu. She maintained that Fang Tingyi, despite her occasional lack of dedication, remained the most suitable candidate, even if she might only reach the semifinals against Li En Xiu. Shen Ning refused to further explain her decision and urged Ruo Bai to return to his own practice. Bai Cao continued to push herself, even enduring stomach pain during practice.
Ruo Bai, noticing her discomfort, gently suggested she rest. Later, Bai Cao was seen studying late, hoping to win a scholarship to ease Ruo Bai's financial burden, as he had been lending her money and working extra jobs. Ruo Bai corrected her English homework, subtly hinting at the difficulty of securing a scholarship by correcting "Don't hold out hopes" to "There is no hope."
He then took over her laundry, instructing her not to touch cold water during her period, demonstrating his deep care. He assured her that he would cover her school fees and living expenses, emphasizing that her sole focus should be to qualify for the World Youth Competition this year. He told her, with conviction, that he wanted her to win. Later, Xiaoying arrived with homemade soup for Ruo Bai, who quickly fabricated an excuse about homework to avoid her.
In due course, Fang Tinghao came to collect on Bai Cao's promise. Noting her simple, almost childish attire, he playfully remarked about celebrating Children's Day with her. He then took her shopping for new clothes and subsequently to a salon, where a skilled stylist transformed her into an elegant figure, like a noble princess.
