Bright Eyes in the Dark Episode 26 Recap
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Nan Chu went to the hospital seeking an anesthesia shot for her foot injury to avoid delaying her video recording. The doctor warned her about potential muscle damage and increased pain later, but she insisted, stating it was very important. She did not inform Lin Luxiao about the injury's severity. Meanwhile, Yu Qilei, Lin Luxiao, and Liu Ruyi were having a drink.
Yu Qilei expressed his feelings of helplessness, admitting he felt increasingly sorry for his wife Milan and daughter Miaomiao over the years while still unable to give up his work. He confessed he felt selfish. Lin Luxiao acknowledged the difficulty of balancing career, family, and self-esteem, suggesting these require slow calibration and choices.
Regarding his own relationship with Nan Chu, Lin Luxiao felt they shared a love for their respective careers and believed they came together due to shared similarities, trusting each other to face potential future difficulties with courage. Liu Ruyi envied Lin Luxiao's courage in love, feeling lost and confused in both his romantic life, possibly referencing an issue with Dr. Xia Wan, and his career, unable to find direction.
Lin Luxiao brushed off Liu Ruyi's career confusion, telling him to focus on training and missions, mentioning he was waiting for an opportunity. After receiving the anesthesia shot, Nan Chu completed filming her dance video with her dance club members. They were thrilled when Director Deng called, confirming their performance was approved for Beixun Theater. Lin Luxiao met with Nan Chu afterward. Noticing her sprained ankle, he offered to carry her but she declined.
He advised her on treating the injury with ice and later medication and heat, unaware of how severely her condition would worsen due to the shot and subsequent dancing. Xi Gu was present when Lin Luxiao dropped Nan Chu off, and he asked Xi Gu to support her. Back at the station, Lou Mingye confronted Lin Luxiao about taking Yu Qilei and Liu Ruyi out drinking.
Lin Luxiao defended his actions, explaining Yu Qilei's poor state and stating he had secured permission and arranged for staff coverage before they left. He emphasized his role in managing the emotional and personal well-being of the team, distinct from Lou Mingye's focus on operational tasks. Lin Luxiao argued that while Lou might see the special division unit merely as a workplace, for many, it was like a home, given how much time they spent there.
He countered Lou's assertion that family issues shouldn't impact work by highlighting the sacrifices firefighters make regarding time with their families. Lin Luxiao proposed holding a family open house day at the station so team members' relatives could visit. Lou Mingye immediately objected, citing ongoing work issues and lack of time, but Lin Luxiao, exercising his authority as instructor, confirmed the event would take place, assigning responsibility for its planning to himself.
The following day, Lin Luxiao announced the upcoming family open house day to the firefighters during a meeting. The team reacted with excitement. Lou Mingye reiterated his formal disagreement but stated he would not interfere, making it clear all planning and issues were Lin Luxiao's responsibility. Lin Luxiao specifically encouraged Yu Qilei to invite his wife Milan and daughter Miaomiao, seeing it as an opportunity. Yu Qilei called Milan, first speaking with Miaomiao, who was eager to visit.
However, Milan declined the invitation, citing their busy schedules and questioning why he didn't just come home instead. Yu Qilei was visibly disappointed by her refusal. Nan Chu's foot injury significantly worsened. Revisiting the clinic, the doctor attributed the severity to her dancing after the anesthesia shot, prescribing medication, ice, and rest. Soon after, Nan Chu received another call from Director Deng.
He praised the dance but informed her that Beixun Theater had booked a long-term touring show, canceling their slot and making it impossible to reschedule within the year. Though he suggested contacting other theaters, the opportunity to perform at Beixun was lost. Devastated, Nan Chu left the clinic silently, causing worry for Xi Gu and Lin Luxiao, who couldn't reach her initially.
When Lin Luxiao texted, she replied that she was fine but added a message suggesting that effort and sweat alone don't guarantee success; luck is also necessary. Lin Luxiao then contacted Xi Gu, who confirmed Nan Chu was home but had retreated into her room. Lin Luxiao asked Xi Gu to comfort her and stay in touch. Lin Luxiao later met with Xi Gu, giving her an invitation to the family open house day for Nan Chu.
From the station rooftop, Lin Luxiao conveyed a message of encouragement to Nan Chu, telling her that after all her hard work, good luck would come for her audition. Meanwhile, Shen Guangzong made an effort to help Nan Chu by attending a dinner party where he encountered a famous producer connected to Director He Zhengping. Despite getting very drunk, Shen Guangzong successfully advocated for Nan Chu by showing the producer a video of her dancing.
Xi Gu later explained to Nan Chu that while Shen Guangzong worked hard for the chance, the audition opportunity with Director He's project was ultimately secured because her talent, demonstrated in the video, impressed the producer. The family open house day was held at the station. Nan Chu attended. Yu Qilei watched his comrades interact with their visiting families, feeling envious. Lin Luxiao arranged a surprise for Lou Mingye by inviting his mother, who was warmly welcomed.
Yu Qilei's day brightened considerably when Milan and Miaomiao arrived later, greeting them with great happiness. Nan Chu shared her good news with Lin Luxiao, telling him she had secured a movie audition with Director He Zhengping. Lin Luxiao expressed his happiness for her and wished her success. Lin Luxiao had prepared a "couple hose relay competition" for the event, and he and Nan Chu participated.
As they prepared, Lin Luxiao helped Nan Chu tie back her hair and offered another encouraging word for her audition. During the event, Yu Qilei had a heartfelt conversation with Milan, expressing regret for the limited time he'd spent with them over the years and promising to make more time in the future, reflecting on significant moments like their lack of a wedding and Milan's difficult delivery with Miaomiao.
Additionally, a firefighter conducted a fire safety demonstration, explaining how to use a fire hydrant and emphasizing the crucial safety rule of cutting off power before using water on electrical fires.
