Unrequited Love Episode 14 Recap
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Sheng Huainan fell asleep on the sofa after working tirelessly for 24 hours. Luo Zhi leaned in to hear his murmured dream-like words, and as he turned his head, his lips accidentally brushed against her mouth. Unbeknownst to them, Ye Zhanyan observed this intimate moment from outside, and it fueled her anger. Ye Zhanyan confronted Luo Zhi on the rooftop, demanding to know if she was dating Sheng Huainan.
Luo Zhi denied it, explaining her previous trip with Sheng Huainan was merely a friendly gesture at Ding Shuijing's request. Ye Zhanyan accused Luo Zhi of secretly enjoying her emotional vulnerability and knowing details of her family’s past, but Luo Zhi calmly stated she genuinely didn't dwell on others' histories. Ye Zhanyan persisted, criticizing Luo Zhi for her seemingly detached and superior demeanor, suggesting it was a tactic to attract men.
Luo Zhi dismissed the conversation, deeming it inappropriate for their acquaintance. Ye Zhanyan then stepped precariously onto the rooftop ledge, challenging Luo Zhi to join her if she dared to be her rival. She declared her enduring, reckless love for Sheng Huainan. Luo Zhi, however, refused to risk her life, emphasizing that her feelings were a private matter and unnecessary to prove.
Ye Zhanyan continued to accuse Luo Zhi of using subtle tricks to make Sheng Huainan believe he was his true self only when with her. Luo Zhi questioned if Ye Zhanyan truly understood Sheng Huainan, pointing out that Ye Zhanyan seemed more concerned with her own needs, even orchestrating moments like having Ding Shuijing call Sheng Huainan when she was distraught. Ye Zhanyan retorted that, regardless of Luo Zhi's long-standing affection, her year as Sheng Huainan's girlfriend proved her victory.
Returning to the office, Ye Zhanyan's arrival created a tense atmosphere. She brusquely ordered everyone to begin work and informed Sheng Huainan that Luo Zhi had left for class. She attempted to settle near Sheng Huainan for work, but Zhang Mingrui subtly moved a chair to a distant power outlet, forcing her to sit across the room. Annoyed, Ye Zhanyan plugged in her charger with a forceful gesture, intimidating the team.
She even glared at Xu Zhian for eating, causing him to stop. When Lei Tian, unable to hold it any longer, let out a loud fart, the entire office was overwhelmed by the smell. Declaring the environment too distracting, Ye Zhanyan quickly packed her belongings, opting to work from home to complete her part of the project. Her departure brought a palpable sense of relief to Sheng Huainan and the others.
Shortly after, Sheng Huainan received a phone call, learning that another team had developed an identical project, both in title and content. Zhang Mingrui immediately suspected Xu Riqing. Confronted, Xu Riqing tearfully confessed to having "said a few words" about their project to senior Zhang Wei, unaware he would plagiarize.
Lei Tian confirmed Zhang Wei's team was indeed led by him in the venture competition, and Xu Zhian and Zhang Mingrui reacted with fury, noting that Zhang Wei’s project had been suspiciously renamed to match theirs. Sheng Huainan revealed Zhang Wei's known reputation for plagiarism. Xu Riqing apologized profusely, explaining her pride in their project led to the accidental disclosure.
While Lei Tian and Xu Zhian initially blamed Zhang Mingrui for bringing Xu Riqing into the office, Zhang Mingrui took full responsibility. Sheng Huainan then intervened, urging everyone to stay calm and focus on completing their project, promising to find a way for their collective hard work to be recognized. Zhang Mingrui, Lei Tian, and Xu Zhian all pledged their unwavering commitment to fight alongside Sheng Huainan until the very end.
While Chen Yongle and Zhang Wei were smug about the situation, Ye Zhanyan, Sheng Huainan, and Zhang Mingrui confronted them at the student union. Ye Zhanyan questioned the plagiarism, but Chen Yongle dismissed it, claiming Zhang Wei had original evidence and that it was unclear who copied whom. Sheng Huainan pointed out that as a computer science student, Zhang Wei could easily manipulate document dates.
He firmly stated his commitment to the project and his refusal to tolerate any foul play. Chen Yongle, in his capacity as student union president, then promised a post-competition investigation if plagiarism was confirmed. However, Zhang Mingrui interjected, citing competition rules that disqualify projects involving plagiarism. He then dramatically presented what he claimed was a "property right" document for their team's research, warning Zhang Wei and his team that presenting any similar content would constitute "legal plagiarism."
Faced with this, Zhang Wei and Chen Yongle became visibly uneasy. As Sheng Huainan, Zhang Mingrui, and Ye Zhanyan departed, Zhang Mingrui warned Zhang Wei not to jeopardize his academic future by being an accomplice. Sheng Huainan later questioned Zhang Mingrui about the "trick" behind his confident legal arguments. Zhang Mingrui sheepishly revealed that the "patent document" was merely his law introduction class notes, used as a bluff.
This clever tactic was Luo Zhi's idea, which Zhang Mingrui implemented after Luo Zhi instructed him over the phone to use a bluff to intimidate their opponents. While Luo Zhi had indeed applied for intellectual property rights, the official document would not have been issued so quickly. The team was amazed by Luo Zhi's quick thinking and preparedness, praising her for finding a way to make their opponents retreat, even with a temporary bluff.
Ye Zhanyan, hearing all the praise directed at Luo Zhi, grew increasingly unhappy. Everyone felt confident after the confrontation. Ge Bi even discussed with his father buying their patent at a high price. The team, including Zhang Mingrui and Lei Tian, eagerly calculated their potential earnings, dreaming of wealth and future plans. Luo Zhi, however, reminded them that intellectual property approval takes time and they still needed to rely on their true abilities.
Ye Zhanyan suggested they aim for first prize in the competition, believing it would lead to even higher offers. Ge Bi, determined to be part of the project, declared he would double any price offered. Sheng Huainan then expressed his disinterest in awards or high acquisitions, revealing his original intention was to freely provide the app for parent-child venues, viewing it as a contribution rather than a commodity.
The team, including Zhang Mingrui, Lei Tian, Xu Zhian, and Ye Zhanyan, strongly objected to donating their hard work for free, arguing that charity could be pursued after earning money. Ge Bi, frustrated, echoed Chen Yongle's earlier sentiment, accusing Sheng Huainan of treating the venture competition as a game. Ye Zhanyan declared she would submit her work on the competition day and expected a satisfactory decision from Sheng Huainan.
Luo Zhi, stepping in, suggested it was too early to finalize the discussion, emphasizing focusing on the project and respecting Sheng Huainan's initial vision. The internal disagreement left everyone uncertain. Zhang Mingrui suggested they all rest and allow Sheng Huainan time to reflect. When Luo Zhi offered to stay and help, Sheng Huainan, feeling vulnerable, asked her to leave, wanting to hide his distress. He ignored an incoming phone call.
Meanwhile, Ye Zhanyan met Zhuo Chen at her usual study spot. He observed her study habits, and after they solved a math problem, she explained her attachment to drinking cola, associating it with Sheng Huainan and his strength. Zhuo Chen, in turn, expressed a wish for her to try his preferred jasmine tea. Luo Zhi later spoke with Jiang Baili on the phone, asking about indirect kisses, which led Jiang Baili to excitedly speculate about Luo Zhi kissing Sheng Huainan.
Luo Zhi clarified it was an accidental touch while he was asleep and that he was unaware. Zhuo Chen made another attempt to woo Ye Zhanyan, stating he could surpass Sheng Huainan in math, but also provocatively suggested she only cared about herself and didn't truly love Sheng Huainan. Ye Zhanyan angrily dismissed him. Later, Luo Zhi, unable to find Sheng Huainan in the office, received a call from him.
She quickly located him eating barbecue and drinking alone, seeking solace. He apologized for her seeing him in such a vulnerable state, but Luo Zhi reassured him, playfully reminding him of his promise to show her all his different sides. In his drunken state, Sheng Huainan declared his intention to do something silly for her: pick stars from the sky and spell her name.
Luo Zhi gently led him to a glass window, using a flashlight to demonstrate how he could "write" her name with lights, simulating stars. Despite his playful struggles to see her impromptu "star-writing" and calling her silly, Luo Zhi acknowledged his sincere effort. He then promised that one day, he would truly use the stars in the sky to write her name. This tender moment, though simple, reflected the innocent idealism of their youth. Sheng Huainan's drunken promise became a heartfelt aspiration to one day realize this romantic gesture, forever etching Luo Zhi's name among the stars.
