It is interesting to note that Unrequited Love has such an articulate love pairing.
It’s quite a refreshing twist to have a drama set in university life that doesn’t overly rely on the usual, formulaic romance tropes. What draws me into Unrequited Love is its oddly satisfying mix of random, witty, and seemingly senseless conversations that actually reveal a lot about the characters. Unlike the typical campus dramas that wear romance on their sleeves, this one leans into the nuance—and that makes all the difference.
The charm lies in watching two brilliant students navigate the gradual process of falling in love—not through grand gestures, but through mutual understanding, quiet moments, and clashing worldviews that somehow always align in the end. Their relationship feels raw and unforced, which is rare.
As the story explores common struggles and emotional growing pains, I find myself unexpectedly relating to these characters. At one point, I too juggled crushes, ambitions, and the chaos of student life.
If you’re still undecided about starting Unrequited Love, consider this your sign: add it to your C-drama binge list—you just might see a piece of yourself in it.
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Episode Recaps: 01 – 10 | 11 & 12 | 13 & 14 | 15 & 16 | 17 – 20 | 21 – 24 | Review |
Unrequited Love Episodes 13 & 14 Key Moments
“Huainan, is it possible for our girlfriends to visit us here?”
Huainan and the team buckle down on their Baby Guard project, working with focus and teamwork. Luo Zhi, ever thoughtful, sends over packed lunches—with each box carefully labeled and tailored to everyone’s tastes. The gesture impresses the group and adds a bit of warmth to their long hours.
Meanwhile, Lei Tian and Zhi An try to sweet-talk their way into having their girlfriends visit the office, only to get playfully scolded by Mingrui for the idea.
But when Ri Qing shows up with food in hand, Mingrui’s earlier teasing goes right out the window. With stars in his eyes, he eagerly welcomes the girl of his dreams. Noticing his sudden change of heart, the guys throw him curious looks—prompting Mingrui to shrug and say she was already downstairs, so what choice did he have?
“Stay there. I’ll go and find you.”
While testing the app together, Luo Zhi loses her way. Huainan, calm as ever, tells her to stay put—he’ll find her.
From a distance, Huainan spots her still fumbling with directions. Gently guiding her via voice, he tells her to turn left and walk backward—secretly steering her straight toward him.
She unknowingly backs right into him. Turning around, she finds Huainan standing there with a soft smile. In that quiet moment, the world slows down. They collapse onto the grass, side by side, gazing up at the clear sky and drifting leaves.
A leaf flutters down, and they both reach for it. With playful banter, they argue over who caught it first, using logic and science as their defense. Huainan eventually gives in—with no regrets—as he quietly admires the girl beside him.
After finishing the app test, the two take a leisurely walk. Luo Zhi teases Huainan for spacing out, joking that instead of stressing over the project, he should be bracing for the backlash he’ll face if he skips the contest.
Huainan gently reveals that the app was inspired by her, and promises that if it ever gets released, she’ll receive the very first “Baby Guard” bracelet. Not one to back down, Luo Zhi fires back, saying there’s no way he hasn’t gotten lost at least once in this city, so he deserves the second bracelet.
But Huainan tenderly takes her hand and tells her he already knows who he’ll give the second one to—the little girl who helped him long ago. Smiling softly, Luo Zhi simply wishes him luck in finding her.
“I’ve never been interested in people’s past.”
Luo Zhi and the girls rally around Baili to mend her broken heart, but the calm is short-lived when Luo Zhi hears the troubling news that the “Baby Guard” project forum has been leaked. Concerned, she rushes to the team’s hideout and informs Huainan. Choosing not to panic, they agree to deal with it after getting some proper rest. As Luo Zhi gently tucks a blanket around Huainan, he shifts in his sleep, bringing their faces close—close enough that a kiss nearly happens. Startled, she pulls away just as a knock on the window jolts her fully back to reality.
Zhanyan appears, insisting they talk. As expected, she launches into veiled insults and self-centered assumptions. But Luo Zhi stays composed, unbothered by the provocation. When she turns to leave, Zhanyan steps onto the rooftop ledge, daring Luo Zhi with a reckless challenge, accusing her of having the nerve to be her love rival.
Luo Zhi responds coolly, her words precise and firm:
“I’ve never wanted to be anyone’s love rival. Liking someone is my own choice. I don’t need to risk my life to prove it.”
She also leaves Zhanyan with a sobering truth: her interpretation of the breakup is far removed from Huainan’s actual feelings. While Zhanyan continues to believe that Huainan still needs her, Luo Zhi calmly corrects her—it’s actually she who can’t let go.
Zhanyan, refusing to be shaken, throws a final jab, claiming Luo Zhi’s one-sided affection will never compare to the real relationship she had with Huainan. But by then, Luo Zhi has already won the quiet upper hand—with grace, truth, and self-respect.
“We came up with the idea first.”
News of Huainan’s project being duplicated spreads like wildfire across campus. Turns out, Ruqing accidentally let some details slip, unaware it would lead to a blatant copycat move. Confronted by the group, the student council offers no apologies—especially not Zhanyan, who immediately goes on the offensive with her trademark condescension. But when they try to deny any wrongdoing, Yongle and Zhangwei quickly realize they’re in over their heads.
Thanks to Luo Zhi’s guidance, Mingrui steps up and coolly presents their registered intellectual property—shutting down the opposition’s scheme in one decisive blow. When Mingrui later reveals who prompted him to take that legal precaution, Zhanyan is visibly annoyed but can’t argue with the results.
Back at their workspace, the team celebrates their victory. Ge Bi, ever casual, throws in a bombshell—his father is interested in buying the app. That sets off a flurry of daydreaming as the team starts fantasizing about success, money, and future plans. But Huainan brings everyone back to earth with a clear, grounded statement: his purpose for developing the app has never been profit—it’s to create something genuinely helpful.
“When you and Ge Bi kissed, how does it feel?”
Still reeling from the almost-kiss with Huainan, Luo Zhi finds herself flustered when Baili unexpectedly asks how it felt. Her initial shock quickly melts into a giddy stream of speculation, as she excitedly imagines the endless possibilities that could unfold between her best friend and the guy she’s been quietly crushing on.
Elsewhere, Zhanyan makes it clear to the brainy admirer nursing feelings for her that he doesn’t stand a chance—unless he somehow manages to outshine Huainan. Unfazed, he playfully compares his pursuit to solving complex math problems: tough, but not impossible. Then, with unexpected candor, he tells her her love for Huainan feels more like control than care—suffocating and self-centered. Zhanyan, predictably, brushes off his bold words, accusing him of using insight as a smokescreen for his own romantic agenda.
“I’ll pick the stars today and spell your name out.”
When Luo Zhi gets a call from Huainan, she finds him tipsy and rambling under the night sky. Gently scolding him for drinking when there’s still work to be done, she can’t help but smile—he did, after all, promise to show her every side of himself, and he’s certainly keeping that promise.
Wanting to lift his spirits, she plays along with his drunken whim to count stars and even treats him to a mini light show, indulging his escapade with quiet affection.
Unrequited Love Episodes 13 & 14 Musings
That falling leaves scene where Luo Zhi and Huainan geek out over who caught the leaf first? Absolutely heart-melting. I wouldn’t be surprised if Luo Zhi pressed that leaf inside her favorite book—total memento material.
What’s even more impressive is how the show subtly mirrors real campus life—right down to the wardrobe. The casual outfits feel so authentic that it adds a layer of realism to the university setting. Small detail, big impact.
I’m also living for Luo Zhi’s honest, no-frills way of talking to Zhanyan. Can all K-drama female leads take notes, please? grin
On the flip side, Baili’s love fixation is giving me a bit of a headache. The emotional toll she’s putting on herself is tough to watch. Fingers crossed that her self-promise to love herself more finally kicks in.
Episodes 13 and 14 really unpack the different ways women rationalize love. Luo Zhi moves with grace and logic, while Zhanyan is still missing that key self-awareness. That’s why I’m rooting for our adorable geek guy—may his sincerity melt through Zhanyan’s icy wall.
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