Bright Eyes in the Dark Episode 35 Recap
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Lin Luxiao requested a transfer to the Lushan Forest Fire Brigade, explaining to Meng Guohong that he wanted to experience frontline forest firefighting, which he felt was still a theoretical concept for him. He needed to go to the front line to feel and experience it, as well as improve himself, stating that Lushan was the farthest and most difficult location.
Lin Luxiao also admitted that his decision to go to Lushan was partly related to Nan Chu, feeling that the current situation, whether for the station or for Nan Chu, required him to temporarily leave for a while. Meng Guohong acknowledged Lin Luxiao's foresight and inability to refuse his request but reminded him that the final approval rested with higher authorities.
As a comrade, Meng Guohong advised Lin Luxiao that wherever he goes, as long as he remembers why he chose this path, he will never lose his way. Lin Luxiao was concerned about his father's reaction to the transfer, but Meng Guohong offered to speak to him.
Meng Guohong told Lin Luxiao's father that Luxiao wanted to go to Lushan for forest firefighting, acknowledging that it was different from urban firefighting and would require starting from scratch, but affirmed that Luxiao had thought it through. Lin Luxiao's father agreed to support his son's decision, mentioning that his younger son (Lin Qi) had accused him of not supporting his elder brother, prompting him to show his support this time.
Meng Guohong shared his own change in approach to parenting, now actively encouraging and praising his son. Nan Chu met with Lin Qi and Jiang Ge. Nan Chu mentioned she would be going to the US and might stay for a while. When Jiang Ge asked about her situation with Lin Luxiao, speculating they might have broken up due to the long distance, Nan Chu simply stated they had thought things through.
Jiang Ge remained concerned about the potential separation and the challenges of a long-distance relationship, citing online opinions, and lamenting that they would not meet or contact each other. However, Lin Qi countered that love could transcend time and space, comparing it to a rest symbol in music which signifies waiting, not ending.
He believed that since his brother and Nan Chu had firmly chosen each other, their love would remain in their hearts even when apart and without constant communication. Shao Yijiu and Qin Shiquan were saddened by Lin Luxiao's impending departure. Shao Yijiu even reached out to Nan Chu, asking for her help to persuade him to stay.
Liu Ruyi felt a deep sense of loss seeing people leave the station, describing it like losing his home after being rescued from an earthquake. He shared his feelings with Xia Wan during a meal, lamenting that Lei Dagang had left, Yu Qilei had sacrificed, and only a few firefighters from his original batch remained.
Xia Wan comforted him by sharing her experience as an ER doctor facing life and death situations, which taught her about the limitations of human power in the face of separation and reunion. As they walked back, Xia Wan told Liu Ruyi that she also quite liked him after spending time together and invited him to exercise together sometime, which surprised him.
Before his departure, Lin Luxiao gathered everyone at the training ground for a formal farewell, timing it with the 30th anniversary of the Special Division Station's establishment. He called it both a farewell and a new beginning. He reminded them that the station was a resilient, reputable team with its own spirit that had seen many leaders and members come and go.
He emphasized that it wasn't any individual who changed the station, but rather the station that changed each of them. He told them not to think the station was failing because someone left or sacrificed their life, asserting that this veteran warrior had endured worse and would always stand strong. He declared that those who came from the Special Division Station would forever have its spirit flowing within them and would always be unbreakable.
He concluded by asking them to join him for one last run on the familiar track. Lou Mingye joined Lin Luxiao for a farewell meal. Lou Mingye understood that Lin Luxiao's transfer to Lushan was partly influenced by his relationship with Nan Chu and felt it was a brave decision for both of them, much like their commitment to firefighting relied on faith and courage.
Lou Mingye expressed his belief in Lin Luxiao's abilities and admitted he had learned a lot from him, considering him the best firefighter. Lin Luxiao stated that he felt completely at ease leaving the Heping Road Station with Lou Mingye in charge. They toasted to success, safety, and their bond as brothers, promising to work hard and make their mark in Lushan. Han Beiyao visited Nan Chu, bringing postcards made by his company.
He expressed his regret for not being able to protect her properly, as he had promised her mother. He acknowledged Nan Chu's courage, citing instances like her insistence on posting the video to protect Lin Luxiao and her decision to attend Yu Qilei's memorial despite potential paparazzi attention. He told her she was braver than he or her mother had imagined and encouraged her to continue being herself bravely.
He informed her that Ran Dongyang and Xu Zhiyi had been administratively detained for fabricating facts and disrupting public order and would face legal consequences. He promised to help arrange performances for the Dream Dance Club and kept her contract, anticipating future collaboration.
Lin Luxiao returned home and gave Lin Qi money he had saved for his startup, asking him to use it if needed and to take good care of their father while he was gone for a long time. His father then gave Lin Luxiao a diary written by Li Xuejun, his first recruit when he was a squad leader, who was later transferred to the forest fire brigade stationed in Lushan.
His father recounted how Li Xuejun's unit was caught in a forest fire, with only one survivor, and how Li Xuejun saved three people before perishing himself. He suggested the diary might help Lin Luxiao's work and potentially offer answers to the problems he and Nan Chu were facing. At the airport, Xi Gu saw Nan Chu off.
Nan Chu gave Xi Gu money she had saved for the Dream Dance Club and asked her to look after it, promising to return. After saying their goodbyes, Nan Chu texted Lin Luxiao before boarding her flight, writing that she was leaving and hoped they would become better versions of themselves the next time they met. Lin Luxiao replied that they would, promising it.
Back at the station, after returning from a call, Liu Ruyi and some other firefighters realized Lin Luxiao had left. They gathered to record a video message for him, affectionately recalling his strictness while expressing their well wishes. After Lin Luxiao's departure, his father talked to Lin Qi. He admitted that Lin Qi's previous criticism had led him to reflect and realize he had been too strict with both brothers.
He asked Lin Qi's opinion on his brother's situation with Nan Chu and then inquired about Lin Qi's music platform startup. Lin Qi reported that it was getting on track with over 50,000 fans and that he genuinely loved making music. His father encouraged him to pursue his passion boldly.
