Why Is He Still Single Episode 13 Recap
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Yu Yu intended to take some solo photos, but was secretly pleased when his colleagues at the studio swarmed him for a group picture. Feigning annoyance at the disruption, he left with Fei Wenli. They found a picturesque spot by the river where Fei Wenli suggested he pose, but Yu Yu, having lost interest in his own shoot, offered to photograph her instead, capturing many beautiful moments. Unbeknownst to them, Shen Wu and Wang Xiaoxiao observed this from a distance.
Wang Xiaoxiao, impressed by Fei Wenli's talent and striking looks, remarked that she seemed a very suitable match for Yu Yu. She then instructed Shen Wu to select a few photos and send them to Gu Yejia, eager to see her reaction. Meanwhile, Gu Yejia was discussing Fei Wenli with Xia Xiaoman. Xia Xiaoman expressed concern that Yu Yu might be swept away by the proactive and cunning Fei Wenli, warning that men can't resist such charm.
Gu Yejia, though feigning indifference, became noticeably distracted during their meal. Soon after, news of Yu Yu photographing Fei Wenli spread rapidly through their group chat, even sparking jokes about preparing "red envelopes" for a wedding. Gu Yejia's anger simmered as she saw Yu Yu's casual message in the chat, stating he was "quite relaxed in the studio." Around the same time, Mr. Ximen invited Gu Yejia to a traditional Chinese art exhibition.
Despite admitting she didn't "really understand art," Gu Yejia politely accepted. Her visit with Mr. Ximen involved numerous cups of tea and demonstrations of traditional tea-pouring techniques, which she found tiresome, causing her to leave abruptly. Concurrently, Lin Sa received a tempting high-salary offer from a headhunting firm in Beijing, leaving her conflicted. Her concern grew when she discovered Yu Yu had mysteriously disappeared for ten days and authorized a 200,000 yuan contingency fund—an unprecedented action for him.
Worried he might be in trouble, she contacted Gu Yejia, who also had no information about his whereabouts, leading them to speculate about potential kidnapping or scams. Lin Sa then called Sun, a contractor, who complained that Yu Yu had been "harassing" him to drop his current work and join him at a distant site. This call revealed Yu Yu’s location, prompting Lin Sa and the team to immediately head there.
Upon their arrival, they were stunned to find Fei Wenli's new home meticulously designed with special accommodations, including handrails, cushioned floors, and lowered furniture, all tailored to her condition. Fei Wenli, deeply moved, thanked Yu Yu, saying she was "very satisfied" with the new home. She revealed that she was suffering from a severe condition affecting her motor cortex, leaving her unable to stand and requiring immediate surgery.
Yu Yu reassured her, telling her not to be afraid of the surgery and promising that she would "definitely" be able to stand again. Yu Yu later met with Gu Yejia to explain his recent absence. He revealed that he had promised Fei Wenli a photo shoot in exchange for designing her house, making the 200,000 yuan an "advance for the renovation" rather than a personal loan.
He confessed that he had kept Fei Wenli's illness a secret because he sympathized with her but also knew that strong individuals "often see sympathy as an insult." He admitted he wanted to tell Gu Yejia because he feared she might "misunderstand" and "get angry." Gu Yejia dismissed his lengthy explanation, denying any misunderstanding.
Yu Yu then warned her against Mr. Ximen, calling him "childish and narcissistic" based on his unimpressive teapot tricks, playfully suggesting that she was looking for a husband, not a "cute" son who would make her "wash teapots" all day. Gu Yejia accused Yu Yu of being "jealous," which he vehemently denied, jokingly referring to himself as her "sixth uncle" protecting his "eldest niece."
He then showed her photos he had personally taken and developed of her, complimenting them while teasing her that her "big face" was "easy to focus on." Gu Yejia, despite her playful annoyance, admitted that Mr. Ximen "really isn't right for me" and confiscated the photos. A comical incident unfolded when Dao, Yu Yu's dog, stole one of his socks. Yu Yu, after sniffing the sock, contracted a "fungal upper respiratory infection" and was hospitalized.
Gu Yejia and Shen Wu relentlessly teased him for his sloppy habits and delicate constitution, with Gu Yejia calling him an "embroidered pillow" and lamenting that her wish for him to be silent had come true. Unable to speak, Yu Yu tried to communicate about a design revision. Gu Yejia somehow understood his muffled sounds and explained to the team that Yu Yu needed to change the design.
Lacking inspiration himself, Shen Wu offered to take over the project, recalling that Yu Yu would often seek clarity from Gu Yejia when he was stuck. Gu Yejia later showed Shen Wu the photos Yu Yu took of her, confirming his teasing remarks about her face. Shen Wu, whose recent designs had been well-received, felt a growing ambition to establish his own studio. Meanwhile, Lin Sa continued to deliberate on the headhunter's offer.
She discussed it with Wang Xiaoxiao, asking if she would move to Beijing for a Fortune 500 company with a tripled salary. Wang Xiaoxiao firmly declined, citing her commitment to Shen Wu in Shanghai and her desire to continue working with Lin Sa. Influenced by Wang Xiaoxiao's loyalty, Lin Sa ultimately rejected the high-paying offer, choosing to stay.
Wang Xiaoxiao was overjoyed, stating that Shen Wu wouldn't have to work late anymore and that she would cook him a special meal to celebrate. Upon Yu Yu's return to the studio, he confronted Shen Wu about using AI in his design. While acknowledging AI's efficiency, Yu Yu stressed that it was "soulless," merely "a tool, not a cheat."
He asserted that "art's soul lies in originality" and challenged Shen Wu to develop "images in your head" before relying on AI. Shen Wu apologized, agreeing that a designer "should have my own ideas, my own style," and promised to redo the design manually. Yu Yu clarified that his emphasis on "style" referred to one's "attitude towards work and career."
As a reward for his completed project, Yu Yu gave Shen Wu the entire design fee in cash, minus a 5,000 yuan deduction for using AI, sternly warning him, "Next time you use it, I'll fire you." Shen Wu excitedly presented the large sum of cash to Wang Xiaoxiao, who playfully asked if it was a proposal. He denied it, explaining he bought her a ring she had admired.
Wang Xiaoxiao jokingly called the money a "betrothal gift" and him "stingy." Shen Wu saw the money as a validation of his "value as a man" and his ability to "overcome that hurdle." Approaching thirty and still Yu Yu's assistant, he felt a strong desire to "stand firm" on his own. He declared his decision to "go solo" and "start my own studio" to Wang Xiaoxiao, who reacted with enthusiasm.
Later, a headhunter attempted to poach Yu Yu, praising him as a "somewhat famous designer" and implying Lin Sa's happiness if he moved. Yu Yu corrected the recruiter, emphasizing that Lin Sa was his "most capable partner and manager," not his superior. The headhunter then tried to leverage Lin Sa's potential departure as Yu Yu's "biggest loss." Offended by being treated as a "sidekick, a freebie," Yu Yu firmly rejected the offer, stating that he didn't care about the generous terms.
