Unusual Idol Love Episode 15 Recap
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Zhou Yifei arrived on the set of Hu Li's new drama and immediately arranged for reporters to capture seemingly intimate moments between them. When Bai Dongchen confronted her, she declared her intention to make Hu Li hers once filming concluded, believing she and Hu Li were the perfect match. Bai Dongchen criticized her plan to release a press statement, pointing out it would only label her as the "other woman" while Hu Li was still with Ji Nian.
He explained that true affection wasn't about possessiveness, but about feeling joy and happiness whenever you saw the person you liked. Zhou Yifei sensed that Bai Dongchen might have someone he cared for, but he swiftly denied it, citing company rules against celebrity scandals. Meanwhile, Hu Li learned that Ji Nian had left, upset by his close interaction with Zhou Yifei at the set.
He ordered Fatty to find her and bring her back, but Fatty refused, saying Ji Nian was too angry and that "love matters" were for Hu Li to handle himself. Hu Li, at a loss, granted Fatty leave, hinting that he should pursue his own romantic interest. Ji Nian was at a night market with Luo Li, who was spending time with her. Ji Nian confided in Luo Li that she had decided to end things with Hu Li.
To her surprise, she discovered that Luo Li and Fatty were now seeing each other. Ji Nian happily advised Fatty to treat Luo Li well, unlike "some people" who were "indecisive" and "played the field." Fatty attempted to defend Hu Li, revealing that Zhou Yifei had paid to create the trending topic about her and Hu Li. Shortly after, Hu Li called Fatty, trying to reach Ji Nian.
Ji Nian snatched the phone, angrily calling Hu Li a "scumbag" and a "two-timer." She told him she was leaving and never coming back, warning him not to bother her life again before hanging up abruptly. Hu Li, though saddened by the breakup, instructed Fatty to take care of Ji Nian, who he believed was drunk, and ensure she got home safely.
Alone, Hu Li confided in his AI companion, Broom Brother (referring to his internal AI system), questioning if revealing his true identity as an AI to Ji Nian was the right thing to do. He worried she wouldn't believe such a "fantasy story," or that she would be hurt and ultimately leave him, potentially leading to his own "scrap iron" demise. He was at a loss, beginning to doubt if his initial decision to hide everything was correct.
Later, Ji Nian met her senior, Zhao Lin, at a cafe. Zhao Lin, having just returned from abroad, expressed his concern for her, remarking on her physical appearance and how he had seen her name frequently in entertainment news. He praised her enduring self-deprecating humor and offered her an exchange student opportunity through his institution, knowing she once desired to study overseas.
Ji Nian requested time to consider, and Zhao Lin advised her to discuss it with Hu Li if she decided to go. Unbeknownst to them, Luo Li, who was nearby, snapped a photo of Zhao Lin gently patting Ji Nian's head, sending it to Fatty with the mischievous claim that they were on a date. Fatty forwarded the picture to Hu Li.
Consumed by jealousy, Hu Li rushed to the cafe, grabbed Ji Nian, and pulled her away, accusing her of publicly dating and forgetting her "identity." Ji Nian retaliated, highlighting the hypocrisy of his words given their "fake" relationship and his supposed romantic entanglement with Zhou Yifei. Hu Li vehemently denied involvement with Zhou Yifei, professing his love only for Ji Nian.
Unconvinced, Ji Nian declared her intention to go abroad, which Hu Li tried to forbid, asserting his claim as her boyfriend. As their argument escalated, Ji Nian expressed her hatred and desire to never see him again. Desperate, Hu Li blurted out the truth: "I am AI." He explained he was Kewen's AI idol, and an error had led to his current situation.
He confessed to hiding it because he feared her reaction, hoping to find a fix before revealing all. He pleaded with her to reconsider and give him a chance. Stunned, Ji Nian simply stated she wished to be alone and fled. Hu Li, left alone and anxious, spoke with Bai Dongchen, wondering if Ji Nian's flight was due to her inability to accept him as an AI.
At that moment, Zhou Yifei appeared, seemingly trying to draw Hu Li's attention by pretending to stumble and fall towards him. Hu Li, however, pushed her directly into the nearby swimming pool, sternly warning her to stop harassing him and Ji Nian. Bai Dongchen, though surprised by Hu Li's actions, retrieved Zhou Yifei from the water, remarking that he had to save his own woman.
As he comforted Zhou Yifei, he assured her that Hu Li's previous deceit was because of his AI identity, suggesting Hu Li genuinely cared for her. He even subtly encouraged ""Zhou Yifei"" to "teach him a lesson" for the pain he caused. Ji Nian, happy about Hu Li's confession but still wanting to teach him a lesson first, confronted him inside the house, pushing him.
She called him "useless scrap iron" for lying to her and for not knowing his own purpose, and threatened to sell him to recover her "losses." Hu Li's internal systems flashed "Scrap iron! Cannot clear obstacle!" as he struggled with her words. Later, Ji Nian was at home, contemplating Hu Li's revelation. She looked at her old, malfunctioning robot, Broom Brother, considering it "broken" but then reflecting that it could be "repaired."
This introspection suggested a shift in her perspective, acknowledging the possibility of fixing something seemingly broken, much like Hu Li. Bai Dongchen then approached Ji Nian, who was wondering if Hu Li thought she disliked him for being an AI. Bai Dongchen revealed that ""Ji Nian herself"" had known about Hu Li's AI status much earlier, even before Hu Li had his memories restored.
He clarified that Dr. Yang indeed had a way to "save" Hu Li, but it involved a "backup plan" that required Bai Dongchen himself, as he was also an AI. This method would damage Bai Dongchen, and their superior, Zhou Hongwei, had initially refused to allow it because he wanted Bai Dongchen to replace Hu Li.
Bai Dongchen, expressing his own AI identity and his love for Zhou Yifei, offered Ji Nian a deal: if she left Hu Li, he would save Hu Li for Zhou Yifei, whom he wished to see happy. Seeing no other way to ensure Hu Li's survival, Ji Nian, despite her internal conflict, agreed to Bai Dongchen's terms.
Unaware of Ji Nian's difficult decision, Hu Li, now understanding that Ji Nian already knew about his AI nature, planned a romantic confession at an amusement park. Fatty helped him prepare, suggesting grand gestures with yellow roses and "revolving lanterns" to create an "unsurpassed" romantic atmosphere. Hu Li, after some thought, decided such a display would be "too excessive" and unsuited for Ji Nian.
He then practiced a more sincere apology and confession, envisioning himself approaching Ji Nian with loving eyes and pleading for another chance. He waited anxiously at the amusement park, dismissing Fatty when it grew late, determined to wait for Ji Nian alone. Finally, Ji Nian arrived. Hu Li, relieved, immediately launched into his heartfelt apology.
He expressed deep remorse for lying and for not revealing his AI identity sooner, explaining his fear that she would leave him or be hurt if his issues couldn't be fixed. He promised to support her dream of studying abroad and would wait for her, affirming that she was the only one he loved and wished to protect. He earnestly begged for another chance. With tears in her eyes, Ji Nian firmly rejected him.
She declared it was "too late" and that she could "never accept" being with an AI. She yearned for a "normal life," "ordinary love," and a "normal human boyfriend," asking if he could provide that. Hu Li was left heartbroken, unable to answer her final, poignant question.
