Time To Fall In Love Episode 12 Recap
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He Jinxi passionately kissed Gu Xicheng in front of Nangong Liuli at the company, deeply infuriating Nangong Liuli, who was seen smashing objects in frustration. As He Jinxi ran out, Gu Xicheng followed, seeking an explanation. He Jinxi explained that her actions were a way to "claim ownership," a tactic taught by Madam Gu. Gu Xicheng was secretly pleased by her words but reminded her that her behavior in the company was inappropriate.
He cautioned her against further conflict with Nangong Liuli, urging her to learn from Nangong instead of seeing her as a rival. He Jinxi, however, retorted, highlighting Gu Xicheng's own close interactions with Nangong Liuli, which she and Situ had witnessed. She dismissed his advice, telling him to address Nangong Liuli instead, declaring her hatred for him before storming off. That evening, He Jinxi gave Gu Xicheng the cold shoulder at home.
Madam Gu also sided with He Jinxi, deliberately ignoring Gu Xicheng, leaving him to feel the pressure from his family. Meanwhile, Situ, knowing An'an planned to have dinner with He Jinxi, feigned a severe illness, dramatically asking An'an to take him home. An'an, who had developed feelings for Situ, reluctantly agreed despite her own exhaustion from a day of driving.
During the ride, seeing An'an's fatigue, Situ pulled over, moved her to the passenger seat, and took over driving, insisting she rest. From afar, Gu Xicheng's loving gaze towards He Jinxi did not go unnoticed by Nangong Liuli, making her feel even more heartbroken. She sought solace in a bar, where she coincidentally encountered Fu Boya. He urged her to calmly discuss things with Gu Xicheng and avoid a mutually destructive path.
However, Nangong Liuli remained fixated on Gu Xicheng, convinced that she had to try one last time. She expressed her belief that Gu Xicheng couldn't truly love He Jinxi and vowed to "take him back" by "getting rid of He Jinxi," dismissing Fu Boya's pleas for a more rational approach. During a company meeting, Nangong Liuli presented a new product design concept centered around the upcoming Super Moon in Taurus, a rare astronomical event.
She highlighted its public appeal and proposed four themes: warmth, brightness, purity, and tenderness. Gu Xicheng approved the proposal. Nangong Liuli then subtly mentioned that the inspiration came from a five-year-old promise she had made with a friend to watch the Super Moon, a clear reference to Gu Xicheng. He Jinxi immediately understood Nangong Liuli's implied meaning, recognized Gu Xicheng as the "friend," and internally declared that she had no interest in watching the moon with him.
Nangong Liuli later approached Gu Xicheng, suggesting they discuss the proposal over the weekend, leveraging the project's tight deadline to pressure him into meeting, despite his clear reluctance to fuel He Jinxi's misunderstandings. Back in the car, An'an fell asleep. Situ, also exhausted, waited for her to wake up but eventually dozed off himself. An'an awoke to find a text message on Situ's phone from a doctor, stating, "Miss Lu may be the best remedy for your fear of intimacy.
But don't forget to come to the clinic for a follow-up visit." An'an confronted Situ, demanding an explanation for his "intimacy disorder" and his pursuit of her. Situ, unable to provide a clear answer, could only watch as a heartbroken An'an walked away, telling him not to let her see him again. Later, An'an called He Jinxi, asking for help and sharing her location. He Jinxi promised to come immediately.
As An'an attempted to leave Situ, he desperately grabbed her, insisting she help him reconcile Gu Xicheng and He Jinxi, fearing their continued "love-hate" conflict. Though hurt by his grasp, An'an eventually stayed. When she complained about mosquitoes, Situ dramatically draped his jacket over her, then rolled up his own sleeves and offered his arm to the insects, declaring that they should bite him instead of An'an. His protective gesture deeply moved An'an.
He Jinxi arrived at the location, initially expecting to meet An'an, but instead found a beautiful surprise setup. Gu Xicheng then approached her with roses. He sincerely apologized for neglecting her feelings recently, admitting he had wrongly compared her to Nangong Liuli and forgotten her lack of experience in corporate affairs. He expressed gratitude for her support through challenges and asked for her forgiveness.
He then presented her with balloons, encouraging her to cut their strings and release them, symbolizing the release of her unhappiness, anger, and indignation. He Jinxi playfully feigned continued anger, but as she released more balloons, she became emotional. After their reconciliation, they hugged. He Jinxi expressed surprise that Gu Xicheng was capable of preparing such a romantic surprise, to which Gu Xicheng revealed that Situ had helped him set it up. They wrote wishes on the balloons together.
When one of the balloons suddenly burst, He Jinxi, startled, instinctively hid in his arms. The atmosphere became charged, and Gu Xicheng tenderly cupped her face before kissing her. At the office, Nangong Liuli arrived with her work, expecting to meet Gu Xicheng for their Super Moon discussion. However, Director Wu informed her that Gu Xicheng had asked him to review the design, as the weather forecast predicted a cloudy night, making it impossible to see the Super Moon. Realizing Gu Xicheng would not be coming, Nangong Liuli, though visibly disappointed, chose to refocus on her work.
