Romance on the Farm Episode 26 (Ending) Recap
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Lian Fang invited Uncle Shouren's family to return home, but Lian Hua'er initially refused, viewing it as charity. Lian Man'er confronted Lian Hua'er, acknowledging the hurt they had caused but emphasized the family's longing for their return, stating that the household felt incomplete without them. She appealed to Hua'er, stressing that reconciliation and harmony were far more important than past grievances, appealing to her to come home, if only for the New Year's Eve dinner.
Moved by Lian Man'er's heartfelt words and the collective sentiment, Lian Hua'er ultimately agreed to rejoin the family. As New Year's Eve arrived, the Lian family buzzed with festive preparations. Lian Shouxin meticulously wrote spring couplets, earning praise from Aunt He and Lian Shouyi for his fine calligraphy. Uncle Shouren, his wife Gu, and Aunt He returned, greeted warmly by everyone. Lian Man'er fondly recalled how Uncle Shouren used to buy her paper flowers as a child.
Together, the family busily put up blessings and pasted window decorations, immersing themselves in the joyful spirit. Lian Man'er observed the bustling scene, reflecting that the true meaning of family lay in dispelling loneliness in the world. During the New Year's Eve dinner, Gu's cooking was warmly received and praised. Lian Shouxin announced that the family would no longer be separated, declaring his intention to tear down the dividing courtyard wall after the New Year for easier access.
Meanwhile, Xiu'er thoughtfully presented Lian Hua'er with cosmetics, knowing her cousin's love for beauty. Amidst the festive meal, Xiu'er toasted Lian Man'er, humbly insisting that Man'er deserved the toast for orchestrating their reunion. Xiu'er then proposed to make wine with Lian Man'er's mother, Zhang, after the New Year. Following this, Aunt He sincerely apologized to Gu for her past harsh words, and the two shared a drink, symbolically letting go of old grievances.
The atmosphere turned even more celebratory when Thirteen formally proposed marriage to Lian Ye'er, asking the elders to bear witness. He presented his official badge, along with house and land deeds from Yingjiang, emphasizing his desire to give Ye'er everything he possessed. He promised to ensure Ye'er a peaceful life and revealed his plan to take her to meet his parents after the New Year. When asked for her decision, Lian Ye'er joyfully accepted the proposal.
Uncle Shouyi playfully warned Thirteen to treat Ye'er well, and the entire family raised their cups to toast the happy couple. After dinner, the family released sky lanterns into the night sky. As if in response, a beautiful snow began to fall, symbolizing an auspicious snow bringing a bountiful year.
On her lantern, Lian Man'er wrote a wish for "two in one house, three meals and four seasons," hoping for a life "light as autumn water, calm and without a ripple," and for eternal companionship. The next morning, Lian Man'er paid her respects to her grandparents and Xiu'er, wishing them a happy New Year and receiving traditional red envelopes.
She then announced her decision to entrust the restaurant to Lian Shouyi and Aunt He, noting their existing familiarity with its operations. Man'er explained that she had other ventures to pursue but requested them to hire Lian Hua'er and her husband to assist at the restaurant, ensuring them a steady monthly salary. Lian Shouyi readily agreed to her request.
Later, Lian Man'er tearfully bid farewell to Thirteen and Lian Ye'er as they departed for Yingjiang, with Ye'er promising to make many beautiful rouges for her. Not long after, Lian Man'er delivered a letter to Wang Youheng, revealing that Shen Nuo had personally recommended him to Imperial Physician Hu, who had agreed to take Youheng as his disciple. Wang Youheng was overjoyed by the news and expressed profound gratitude to both Lian Man'er and Shen Nuo.
Lian Man'er presented the deeds for the restaurant and a new house to her parents, explaining that Lian Shouyi would send monthly profits to them, ensuring her parents lived worry-free. Her parents, though touched, expressed concern for her well-being, but her mother, Zhang, agreed to hold onto the deeds in case Man'er ever needed funds.
That evening, Lian Man'er found solace in her mother Zhang’s embrace, who sang a lullaby and reflected on Man'er’s growth and the coming day of her marriage, expressing her profound love and contentment for her daughter's happiness. The following day, Seven urgently led Lian Man'er to the fields, but instead of finding anything there, Lian Man'er suddenly “woke up” to find herself in a modern office, greeted by a game designer.
The designer congratulated her on successfully completing all the game's missions, acknowledging her feeling that it had been like a dream. The designer explained the immersive nature of the game, clarifying that while Man'er's actions were player-controlled after mission triggers, the main storyline and a hidden mission—defeating Wu Zhonglian to restore the villagers to their homes—were pre-designed.
He elaborated that the game blurred the lines between reality and fiction, and all the characters Lian Man'er encountered were part of her unique "experiences." The designer also informed her that her game bonus would be transferred to her within seven working days. As Lian Man'er processed this information, her thoughts drifted back to Lian Ye'er's happiness with Thirteen, who planned to sell her cosmetics in Yingjiang and hoped to have a large family.
Then, as if a final act within the simulation, Shen Nuo appeared before her, declaring his unwavering desire to stay by her side. He expressed his wish to share all of life's moments with her, from planting to harvesting, and to support her in anything she desired. He promised enduring companionship, pledging to never leave her, even if their future held many challenges and uncertainties.
He presented her with a small, intricately woven horse, and they engaged in lighthearted banter about his future earnings. Finally, Lian Man'er returned to reality and left the tech company. As she exited, she spotted a familiar face in the elevator area—one of the game design participants. To her surprise, this person was Shen Nuo, revealed to be the game's development director. Shen Nuo then appeared holding the small, intricately woven horse. They exchanged a knowing smile, marking the beginning of their beautiful journey together in the real world.
