Episode 12 recap: Chen Mai Dong's matchmaking attempt ended in a misunderstanding.
Feng Xi Lun, the disciple, gradually showed an interest in the funeral industry and wanted to focus on studying. Chen Mai Dong decided to play a dead body for him to practice makeup, but unfortunately, his technique was poor and he received a thorough critique from Chen Mai Dong. The Chen family wanted to approach Zhuang Jie for a matchmaking proposal, so they sent Wu Xue Hua to her house to discuss the situation. However, Wu Xue Hua indirectly offended Zhuang Jie, who expressed dissatisfaction and stated that she was almost thirty years old and no longer a naive girl looking for love. If there was no worthwhile affection, she wouldn't seek a marriage partner in Nanping Town.
Chen Mai Dong questioned whether Zhuang Jie had any genuine feelings for him and up till now, she hadn't given him a clear answer. He didn't want to play this ridiculous game of love anymore. Zhuang Jie was angered by Chen Mai Dong's words and frankly stated that while she might have many flaws, she always acted with integrity. On the other hand, Chen Mai Dong proposed a matchmaking without clarity, leaving the parties involved confused. Zhuang Jie also didn't want an earnest and responsible man.
The sudden appearance of Chen's mother made Zhuang Jie feel uneasy, but she didn't stay long and left with her bag. Before leaving, she gave Zhuang Jie a meaningful smile. Chen Mai Dong showed a hint of indifference when mentioning his mother, expressing that his feelings towards them were complicated. Zhuang Jie interpreted it as a psychological shadow due to the unhappy marriage of his parents, which gradually led to a loss of security.
In fact, Zhuang Jie experienced a similar situation after a car accident. The pain forced her to read many psychology books, and she eventually came to a conclusion: never look for reasons for one's own failure, such as blaming it on the nuclear family or childhood shadows. These arguments only served to paint others as despicable and oneself as pitiful, but they were the means by which most people ensured their own uniqueness.
So, for a period of time, Zhuang Jie diligently studied psychology and learned about the indomitable spirit of the Paralympic Games. Later, when she encountered someone like Chen Mai Dong, who never showed pity for the disabled, her life became less monotonous. Zhuang Jie's words were filled with her fondness for Chen Mai Dong, but she couldn't give him many promises. Her ambiguous attitude made Chen Mai Dong feel that she was contradictory to herself.
Wang Xi Xia received a message to pick up medication patches at the lobby, but unexpectedly, it was Cui Ge who came to deliver them personally. Cui Ge persistently pursued Wang Xi Xia, took the initiative to add her as a WeChat friend, and invited her to have a meal together. Initially, Wang Xi Xia didn't agree, but when she faced Ji Tong, she firmly stated that she already had plans with Cui Ge.
At the dinner table, Cui Ge clumsily tried to please Wang Xi Xia. When discussing relationships, he openly expressed his true thoughts. Cui Ge's previous marriage was very happy, with a gentle and virtuous wife who never made him suffer through the hardships of love. Wang Xi Xia felt that men like Cui Ge had no advantage in the dating market. She initially wanted to give him some guidance, but he was too straightforward, leaving her speechless.
Zhuang Jie delivered takeout to Grandma Lin and saw a portrait of a male dancer hanging on the wall, along with a photo of Grandma Lin with the dancer, revealing that they were in a romantic relationship. The beautiful girl in the picture turned out to be Grandma Lin herself. Despite the man's premature death, Grandma Lin remained unmarried, believing that as long as she had truly loved him, there would be no regrets. Moreover, he passed away at the prime of his life and had lived in her heart forever.
However, in the next moment, Zhuang Jie unexpectedly discovered Grandma Lin's medical report, which revealed that she was in the advanced stage of a brain tumor. Wu Xue Hua, entrusted by Chen Mai Dong, personally visited the Liao family to act as a mediator. Uncertain of Zhuang Jie's intentions, Wu Xue Hua tactfully tried to gather information, but Liao Tao didn't understand her hints and promptly declined the potential marriage proposal for her daughter.
Meanwhile, Chen Mai Dong was playing the deceased to help his disciple practice makeup techniques. When he learned from Wu Xue Hua that Zhuang Jie had no intention of finding a partner in town, he immediately felt dejected. He transitioned from playing the deceased to being a mortician and suggested treating everyone to a meal and a movie.
Since Zhuang Jie saw Grandma Lin's medical report, her mind was in turmoil, longing for someone to confide in. After much contemplation, she messaged Chen Mai Dong, but he didn't respond. The girl who had shown interest in Chen Mai Dong came to Grandma Chen's house with gifts and was discovered by Zhuang Jie. Helplessly, Grandma Chen revealed the girl's intentions to Zhuang Jie. Although Zhuang Jie tried to appear indifferent, she felt uneasy inside.
That night, after Chen Mai Dong and the others left the cinema, they found Zhuang Jie waiting alone at the entrance. After everyone else departed, Chen Mai Dong coldly confronted Zhuang Jie, questioning whether she truly cared for him. He expressed his frustration that she had never given him a clear answer and declared he no longer wanted to play this ridiculous game of love.
Zhuang Jie was furious at Chen Mai Dong's words and accused him of being unreasonable. She stated that although she might have her flaws, she always acted with integrity and criticized Chen Mai Dong for playing with people's feelings instead of being a serious and responsible man.
On their way back, Zhuang Jie's eyes were red from crying, and Chen Mai Dong rode his bike to catch up with her and apologize. He embraced her in a bear hug, soothing her anger. Later, the two of them attended an art exhibition in town and shared a passionate kiss amidst the dazzling lanterns. Coincidentally, Wu Xue Hua, accompanied by Liao Tao, witnessed the scene at the exhibition.
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