Why Is He Still Single Episode 14 Recap
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Shen Wu presented his latest design draft to Yu Yu, pleased that the client was satisfied enough for him to replace an earlier AI-generated version. Yu Yu acknowledged it was a significant milestone for Shen Wu, despite still featuring "little floral patterns," and allowed him a moment of pride. Shen Wu then revealed his intention to work independently, catching Yu Yu off guard.
Yu Yu initially assumed Shen Wu was announcing his marriage and expressed sympathy, but upon learning of Shen Wu's plan to leave the studio, he became agitated. Yu Yu vehemently disagreed with the decision, pointing out numerous flaws in Shen Wu's design and questioning his design concept, arguing that Shen Wu was not ready to venture out on his own and it would be "a dead end."
Shen Wu defended his basic design skills, stating that his aesthetic simply differed from Yu Yu's and reminding Yu Yu that he himself had started without a clear design concept. Shen Wu pressed Yu Yu to define when he "would" be ready, questioning if his only future was "this desk."
Feeling overwhelmed by the news, Yu Yu sought out Gu Yejia, lamenting that Lin Sa was also planning to change jobs and that his assistant, Shen Wu, intended to go solo. Yu Yu described feeling as though everyone was abandoning him. He dismissed his feelings as mere inconvenience, claiming their departures would disrupt his work efficiency. Gu Yejia advised him to respect others' choices and consider their perspectives, rather than focusing solely on himself.
Annoyed, Yu Yu accused Gu Yejia of siding with Lin Sa. The conversation shifted to their respective studies, with Yu Yu showing off a book on surgery and Gu Yejia one on architectural design, playfully challenging each other. Meanwhile, Shen Wu’s girlfriend, Wang Xiaoxiao, complained about his constant gaming, expressing concern that if Lin Sa left, she might lose her job as Lin Sa’s assistant.
Shen Wu was surprised to learn of Lin Sa’s potential departure, lamenting that he wouldn't have considered going independent if he had known, feeling it would add insult to injury for Mr. Yu. An argument ensued, with Wang Xiaoxiao accusing Shen Wu of prioritizing Yu Yu. Later, Wang Xiaoxiao showed Shen Wu negative online comments about Yu Yu’s studio and designs, calling them "pure garbage."
Incensed by the insults against his mentor, Shen Wu confronted Ou Yang, the person responsible for the comments, resulting in a physical altercation that Shen Wu lost. Yu Yu was called to the police station to bail Shen Wu out, frustrated by yet another one of Shen Wu's troubles. Shen Wu explained that he couldn't stand by while Ou Yang insulted Yu Yu, who had taught him for "five whole years," meticulously explaining every detail.
Shen Wu emphasized that without Mr. Yu, he wouldn't be where he was today, asserting his mentor's importance. Yu Yu reprimanded Shen Wu for resorting to violence, warning him it would jeopardize his independent career plans. Softened by Yu Yu’s concern, Shen Wu temporarily recanted his decision to go independent, claiming he would stay to take care of Yu Yu, who promptly told him to take care of himself.
Reflecting on Shen Wu's loyalty and his own stagnation, Yu Yu began to understand Shen Wu's ambition to seek new opportunities. A television reporter invited Yu Yu for an interview. Taking it seriously, Yu Yu asked Gu Yejia to help him select an outfit. He oddly set up a table outside his home for their consultation, much to Gu Yejia's amusement.
After trying on several options, which Gu Yejia found either "boring," "too much like everyday office wear," or "too casual," they settled on a combination. As Gu Yejia helped him with his tie, Yu Yu boasted about his "talents," to which Gu Yejia advised him to "watch his words carefully" during the interview, noting he was "impressive when silent."
Yu Yu confidently assured her his "wording this time will be perfect," while also jokingly claiming his "surgery skills" were now "mastered." At home, Shen Wu apologized to Wang Xiaoxiao, sitting on a durian to show his remorse, listing his many faults and promising to always agree with her. Wang Xiaoxiao, still annoyed about Yu Yu not appreciating Shen Wu, initially refused to watch Yu Yu’s TV interview. However, Shen Wu persuaded her.
During the interview, Yu Yu eloquently spoke about his design philosophy. He then surprised Shen Wu by showing a video of Shen Wu's initial job interview, where a 25-year-old Shen Wu declared his dream of becoming a designer like Yu Yu, creating warm homes under his guidance. Yu Yu praised Shen Wu’s meticulous work and dedication, exaggerating that he "often stayed late."
Yu Yu then announced that Shen Wu had "gone solo" and was now an "independent designer," subtly promoting him by suggesting that viewers who disliked his own work should seek out Shen Wu, describing him as having a "better temper" and being "easier to compromise." Watching this, Shen Wu was deeply moved, realizing he had "misunderstood" Yu Yu, who had consistently supported him.
On Shen Wu's last day at the studio, he emotionally bid farewell to Yu Yu, promising to care for himself and return if his independent venture failed. Yu Yu remained silent, feigning indifference, though he was visibly pained and reluctant to let him go. Later, Lin Sa, suffering from a cold, visited Gu Yejia. She confessed her hesitation about leaving, acknowledging that the three of them—herself, Yu Yu, and Shen Wu—had formed a "very stable structure."
She worried that if she and Shen Wu both left, Yu Yu would "collapse" and might not "get up" if he fell too hard. Gu Yejia encouraged her to "lay a mat" and "give him some support" so he wouldn't be hurt so badly. Lin Sa agreed to finalize her existing work before making her departure. In an unexpected turn, Shen Wu was assigned back to Yu Yu's studio as a "newly signed designer" by Lin Sa.
Yu Yu, still disgruntled and suffering from a back injury, sarcastically questioned Shen Wu's quick return, but eventually conceded that sharing utility bills was "practical." Shen Wu promised not to be in arrears and even offered to take on overflow projects from Yu Yu's studio. He excitedly declared his new design style would be "English country style" with "little floral patterns," provoking Yu Yu's annoyance.
Shen Wu asserted they were "equal in status," but Yu Yu called him naive, to which Shen Wu retorted that "naivety is my advantage." Yu Yu also presented Shen Wu with a calligraphic sign for "Shen Wu Design Studio," which Shen Wu enthusiastically received, despite Yu Yu's usual dismissive remarks.
A client arrived, upset about Lin Sa's unexpected departure, particularly because Lin Sa had promised to mediate a dispute between her and her husband about converting a room into a "dough modeling studio" or a "study to write novels." Yu Yu's rude dismissal of "dough dolls" as having "no soul" offended the client, who left, expressing her distrust in their studio.
Shen Wu expressed frustration over losing the client and blamed Lin Sa's "irresponsible" behavior for abandoning her duties before officially leaving. He then clarified that Lin Sa was at her birthday banquet and invited Yu Yu, who refused, lecturing Shen Wu not to mix "work emotions" with his personal life. Yu Yu then sarcastically challenged Shen Wu, asking if their new "equal status" gave him the right to lecture him.
At Lin Sa's birthday party, Shen Wu and Wang Xiaoxiao arrived. Yu Yu unexpectedly appeared, giving Lin Sa a perplexing gift: a piece of bismuth, a rare element with an incredibly long half-life, which he explained would last "even if humanity dies out." Lin Sa interpreted it as a wish for "longevity." She then announced her definitive decision to sign a contract and move to Beijing the following evening. Subsequently, Shen Wu established "Shen Wu Design Studio."
His first client was, to Yu Yu's chagrin, the very same client Yu Yu had driven away earlier. Feeling unwell and annoyed, Yu Yu visited Gu Yejia, complaining that Wang Xiaoxiao and Shen Wu might have "poisoned his food" to "take over his studio," and blamed Gu Yejia for advising him to be less selfish. Gu Yejia, finding Yu Yu's complaints unhelpful, reiterated her advice about understanding others' choices and not hurting his own heart.
At a meeting, another coworker confronted Yu Yu about keeping a dog in the office given Lin Sa's allergy. This coworker then announced her own resignation, expressing her desire to open her own studio and surprisingly asking Lin Sa to be her business partner. Later, Wang Xiaoxiao was promoted to assistant. Yu Yu, still processing Lin Sa's firm decision to leave, finally called Wang Xiaoxiao, urgently asking about the details of Lin Sa's new contract.
