Your Highness, The Class Monitor Episode 31 Recap
> Your Highness, The Class Monitor Recap
Gu Zi Chen’s mother spoke to him, explaining that her previous emotional outbursts were fueled by her deep concern for his future. She wanted him to make wise choices in his career, studies, love life, and in starting a family, fearing he might stray from the right path. Gu Zi Chen acknowledged her understanding, and his mother then gently advised him to reflect on how to win someone over.
Soon after, Gu Zi Chen approached Su Nian Nian, urging her to come with him. Despite her resistance and question of "Why would I?" , he led her to a cafe, proposing they have a serious conversation. Su Nian Nian initially stated there was nothing left to discuss and asked him to stop with the "nonsense" if he desired peace between them.
Gu Zi Chen, however, argued that their connection had always been special and questioned if they could genuinely become strangers. When prompted, he revealed that He Mei was responsible for the recent misunderstandings and asked Su Nian Nian to reconcile now that the truth was out. Su Nian Nian was hesitant, doubting if there was still a chance, and pointed out that his mother's acceptance was not guaranteed, despite their fathers being friends.
She asked if he would pursue a relationship that wasn't approved of. Gu Zi Chen declared that his relationship didn't require anyone's blessing and confessed that he had been in "very painful" recently, implying he couldn't let go of her. He pleaded for another chance, expressing his reluctance to experience the pain of losing her again. Su Nian Nian admitted her own desire not to lose him again.
Hearing this, Gu Zi Chen urged her to give them both another chance and to believe in him once more, leading to their heartfelt reconciliation. Back in class, Gu Zi Chen made a triumphant announcement: he and Su Nian Nian were officially back together. When questioned about his recent public displays of affection with He Mei, he dismissed the queries, stating it was none of their business.
He then revealed that, at his request, He Mei had "put on a show" for him, admitting it was childish but thanking her for her help. He Mei, attempting to appear gracious, responded that she was happy to help as they were all friends, but couldn't resist a passive-aggressive remark, warning them, "show off your love, and soon you'll die."
Other students noted her jealousy and criticized Gu Zi Chen's arrogance, suggesting Su Nian Nian would be better off with Xing Yu. Mr. Jiang Mu intervened, restoring order and urging everyone to focus on their studies. Gu Zi Chen then apologized for any trouble caused and offered to treat the entire class to dinner.
Amidst the classroom buzz, He Mei approached Su Nian Nian privately, delivering a bombshell: she claimed Su Nian Nian’s mother’s death was linked to Gu Zi Chen's father, Gu Wei Ye. He Mei questioned how Su Nian Nian could remain with Gu Zi Chen while honoring her mother's memory. Furious, Su Nian Nian accused He Mei of being "crazy."
Outside, He Mei pressed her claim, asserting that "even Heaven doesn't give you two their blessing," and cited overhearing Su Nian Nian's father discuss Gu Wei Ye's involvement in her mother's death. Su Nian Nian fiercely refuted it, reiterating that her mother died from an illness, but He Mei insisted she verify the truth with her father. Gu Zi Chen tried to intervene, urging Su Nian Nian not to believe He Mei’s accusations.
Distraught, Su Nian Nian called her father, Su Dazhi, her voice filled with urgency. Upon arriving home, she immediately confronted him, demanding to know if her mother's death was indeed connected to Gu Zi Chen’s father. Su Dazhi, surprised, asked where she heard such information and attempted to sidestep the topic, suggesting they should not disturb her mother’s peace. Su Nian Nian, asserting her right as an adult to know the truth, pressed him further.
Su Dazhi expressed his reluctance for the past generation's grudges to affect his daughter's life. When Su Nian Nian directly asked for confirmation about Gu Zi Chen's father's involvement, Su Dazhi remained silent, implicitly confirming her fears. He advised her against dwelling on the past, prioritizing her happiness, but Su Nian Nian insisted she couldn't be happy without knowing the truth, preferring to hear it from him rather than from others.
She repeated her direct question about Gu Zi Chen's father's involvement, but Su Dazhi stayed silent. Meanwhile, Gu Zi Chen confronted He Mei, demanding she tell him the truth. He Mei provocatively told him to ask his own father, confidently stating he wouldn't believe her anyway, and daring him to retaliate if she was lying. Gu Zi Chen immediately called his father, Gu Wei Ye, asking directly about Tang Xiao Ru's death.
Gu Wei Ye confessed that Xiao Ru's death was indeed connected to him, explicitly stating she wouldn't have died if it weren't for him, and that this was the reason for his argument with Gu Zi Chen's mother. Armed with the truth, Gu Zi Chen angrily confronted He Mei again, questioning why she hadn't revealed it sooner, causing Su Nian Nian such distress.
He Mei, irritated by his singular focus on Su Nian Nian, retorted that she wouldn't have bothered if Su Nian Nian hadn't meddled. She defiantly declared that if she couldn't have Gu Zi Chen, no one else would. Gu Zi Chen, his patience exhausted, expressed profound disgust, stating that while he once felt a sense of obligation due to their families’ ties, her current behavior made her "truly hateful." Enraged, He Mei threatened to make him pay for his words.
Feeling responsible for reopening old wounds, Su Nian Nian apologized to her father. He gently reassured her, expressing his wish for past grievances not to burden her. He spoke highly of Gu Zi Chen, suggesting he might be a blessing sent by her mother, and expressed his desire for their happiness. However, Su Nian Nian felt she couldn't fully embrace a relationship with Gu Zi Chen, knowing the truth about their parents' past.
She also anticipated disapproval from his family and feared He Mei's potential gossip would bring shame upon her parents, reiterating her desire for her parents not to be "criticized behind their backs again." Gu Zi Chen offered to resolve the issue with He Mei, even begging her if necessary, but Su Nian Nian remained steadfast in her conviction. Respecting her decision, Gu Zi Chen agreed not to pressure her for an immediate answer but vowed to wait for her.
Su Nian Nian then left for class. Later, Gu Zi Chen's mother, Mei Lin, approached him, still trying to dissuade him from Su Nian Nian, citing the intertwined business interests between his father and He Mei's father. Gu Zi Chen questioned if he was merely a "bargaining chip" in their dealings and expressed his unhappiness with being forced into a relationship.
He articulated his genuine affection for Su Nian Nian, explaining that being with her brought him "ease," "relaxation," and "happiness," unlike the constrained nature of his parents' own marriage. Mei Lin, touched by his sincerity, conceded that his happiness was paramount to her. Elsewhere, Gu Wei Ye was in a business meeting with He Mei's father, discussing an urgent investment for his company, Hao Cheng. He Mei called her father, crying hysterically about Gu Zi Chen's rejection and public humiliation.
Her father, prioritizing his daughter's distress, abruptly ended the crucial meeting, assuring He Mei he would handle everything. Gu Wei Ye's assistant was baffled by the sudden departure, but Gu Wei Ye shrewdly deduced that the situation regarding their business deal had likely changed. Gu Wei Ye later visited Mei Lin, who immediately warned him not to try to persuade her to return home. He apologized, stating he merely wanted to see her.
He confided that he had been unable to sleep, reflecting on their shared past – the frantic joy of Zi Chen's birth, Mei Lin's protective measures when Zi Chen learned to walk, and the simple happiness in their small apartment. Mei Lin bitterly retorted that she might have been happier if she hadn't married him. Gu Wei Ye admitted his shortcomings as a husband and acknowledged her numerous sacrifices for the family.
He genuinely apologized, expressing remorse for his past actions. Mei Lin retorted that his words were hollow after "twenty-some years," feeling reduced to "someone else's replacement." Gu Wei Ye denied this, claiming he would have forgotten "that person" had he not seen Su Nian Nian. Mei Lin, unconvinced, pointed to his continued possession of "that person's" photograph. Gu Wei Ye conceded his failure as a husband and pleaded for another chance to make amends.
Mei Lin, however, refused any "compensation" and declared her intention to break up. Gu Wei Ye urged her not to be impulsive and suggested they both take time to cool down. Mei Lin then left. The "Knowledge Pouch" project continued to gather momentum. During a discussion, students celebrated their initial progress and deliberated on the model's design.
Su Nian Nian clarified that the current model was merely an external shell, and the true power lay in the "kernel" and the programming that would bring it to life, emphasizing the need for collective effort. Gu Zi Chen, confident in his programming skills, was noted alongside Chen Yuan, who was praised as "QYU's master programmer." This sparked a friendly rivalry, with Gu Zi Chen challenging Chen Yuan to a programming match, which Chen Yuan readily accepted.
Meanwhile, Xiao Huang instructed his junior, Xiao Qiang, to capture scandalous photos, but was disappointed with the unexciting image Xiao Qiang provided. Undeterred, Xiao Huang fabricated a sensational headline claiming that Zhao Ming Yuan and Gu Zi Chen were feuding over Su Nian Nian, much to Su Nian Nian's annoyance. She criticized Xiao Huang's unethical pursuit of clicks, comparing him to "gum stuck to your shoes" or a persistent "toad."
When Song Yu Xi expressed concern about the rumor involving Zhao Ming Yuan, Su Nian Nian reassured her that the news was confined to QYU students and that people wouldn't believe Zhao Ming Yuan was involved, unlike if it were Ye Xing Yu. Song Yu Xi, taking offense, challenged Su Nian Nian's implication that Zhao Ming Yuan was "bad" or "didn't deserve her."
Su Nian Nian clarified that she meant Zhao Ming Yuan and herself were "not on the same path" but suggested Song Yu Xi and Zhao Ming Yuan were well-suited, similar to Song Yu Xi and Zhu Cheng. Su Nian Nian then urged Song Yu Xi to "discipline her childhood sweetheart" (Xiao Huang), predicting he'd cause societal disturbance if left unchecked. In the tech rivalry, Gu Zi Chen and Chen Yuan faced off in the lab.
Their challenge: to hack into Xiao Huang's computer and then his news application platform within a minute, aiming to teach him a lesson for his constant trouble-making. The duel was intense, with both demonstrating impressive speed. Though they seemed to finish almost simultaneously, Gu Zi Chen ultimately emerged victorious, having completed the task just 2. 68 seconds faster than Chen Yuan. Students praised both for their skill and acknowledged the much-needed lesson given to Xiao Huang.
To boost student morale after their hard work on the "Knowledge Pouch" project, Su Nian Nian proposed a class outing to Mr. Jiang Mu. He readily agreed, noting unused class funds from a previous fundraiser and the opportune timing to reward everyone. He envisioned a trip to a place with "ocean, a beach, and bonfire." Su Nian Nian happily agreed to notify the class. Seizing the opportunity, Mr. Jiang Mu then went to the infirmary to invite Dr. Jin.
Dr. Jin initially hesitated, questioning why she, not a class member, should join. Mr. Jiang Mu gently persuaded her, explaining that a school doctor would enhance safety and also mentioning a desire to thank her for her previous help with Ye Xing Yu's arm injury. Dr. Jin, after a moment of feigned indifference, eventually agreed, citing the need for a supervising teacher to ensure student safety. Mr. Jiang Mu was overjoyed, profusely thanking her.
Meanwhile, Gu Wei Ye and Su Dazhi met, and Gu Wei Ye brought up his lingering guilt over Xiao Ru's death, expressing concern it might affect their children. Su Dazhi reassured him, stating he wouldn't object to Su Nian Nian and Gu Zi Chen being together if they agreed. Gu Wei Ye was relieved, though still felt awkward discussing the children's relationship.
Su Dazhi then revealed that Gu Zi Chen had once saved Su Nian Nian's life, surprising Gu Wei Ye, who saw it as fate and an atonement for his past. Su Dazhi proposed that as parents, they should respect their children's autonomy in their relationship, to which Gu Wei Ye readily agreed. Gu Wei Ye praised Gu Zi Chen and Nian Nian, also acknowledging Su Dazhi's struggles as a single parent.
He then offered Su Dazhi a position at his company. Su Dazhi politely declined, explaining his detachment from society, but affirmed their bond as brothers. They toasted to their renewed friendship. In their dorm, Song Yu Xi was buzzing with excitement for the upcoming beach trip, eagerly discussing swimsuits. Su Nian Nian teased her, pointing out the two-day wait. Song Yu Xi then tried to implicate Yin Chu Xia, claiming she was also impatient, evidenced by her holding a dress.
Yin Chu Xia denied it, but both Su Nian Nian and Song Yu Xi playfully urged her to try on the dress, curious to see her in it. Yin Chu Xia bashfully refused, insisting dresses didn't suit her and that she'd "scare everyone away." Song Yu Xi joked that it was fine as long as Zhao Ming Yuan stayed.
