Fri, Dec 15, 2023
Jade puts some distance between himself and Mai after a misunderstanding caused overwhelming feelings. Mai struggles to deal with it all. A surprise visitor for Mai at his condo furthers his heartache but also helps him find his resolve. But Jade is still firm on his rebuff. Jade has something important to do as a special product launch of his favourite comic character is happening. But as he waits in line, a phone call causes him to make a choice. Jade turns to King to complain about something and King directly poses the question of if he likes Mai. But someone overhears the answer.
Fri, Dec 22, 2023
Mai has overheard Jade admit there will never be anything between them and is devastated. Mai resigns to hopelessness when it comes to winning Jade's heart. Jade tries to mend the rift he created but Mai refutes his attempts and reminds Jade that this is what he wanted anyway even though it hurts Mai to do it. King calls upon Jade to be a good friend for Uea as their fight was more serious than originally thought. So Uea and Jade commiserate over their mutual issues and gain some perspective. Uea and Jade both make decisions as what they are each going to do next. Tong and Gus end up at the same Hotpot place.