Episode Summary
You Ning erupts over losing a brand deal to Han Yijing, while Jia Fan grapples with a genetic eye diagnosis and career doubts. Xing Mo’s crush on Yijing sparks secrecy, and Dong Xiaoru issues a friendship ultimatum to push Jia Fan toward modeling fame.
Spoiler Alert
"Wanna Be" Episode 6: The Art of Throwing Tantrums (and Kneecaps)
You Ning’s Brand Drama & Xing Mo’s Secret Crush
Oh, honey, grab your popcorn. You Ning (aka The Queen of Subtlety) is back at it again. After discovering Rachel swapped her as the brand ambassador for Han Yijing, she storms into Xing Mo’s bar like a typhoon in stilettos. Turns out, the brand wanted a "health-conscious, sun-kissed vibe" for their new line—something You Ning swears she could’ve pulled off if they’d just doubled her paycheck. Classic. But Xing Mo, our resident bartender-philosopher, calmly points out that international brands don’t let junior models like Han Yijing call the shots. (Spoiler: He’s totally simping for Yijing. When You Ning calls him out, he smirks, "This stays between us.")
Meanwhile, in Fish Market Fashion School...
Over at Jia Fan’s chaotic "workspace" (read: a fish shop), mentor Dong Xiaoru drills him on fashion lingo like it’s the SATs. The kid aces it—only to face a classic parental ambush. His dad drops the bomb: Jia Fan inherited his degenerative eye condition, and he’s been ordered to quit his risky chef/motorcycle hobbies. Cue the angsty teen exit… followed by a faceplant on the sidewalk. Drama llama alert!
Hospital Hustle & Unanswered Texts
While Jia Fan recovers (and dodges 37 missed calls), Han Yijing secretly sneaks to the hospital for knee treatments. Doc’s advice? "Ditch the heels, honey." But Yijing’s more worried about Jia Fan ghosting the world. She tracks him down at a bus stop, where he admits he only joined the competition to prove himself. Her response? A verbal slap: "You’ve got one foot in the door—stop being a wimp." Ouch.
The Ultimatum
Dong Xiaoru isn’t having Jia Fan’s existential crisis. She storms his apartment, tears streaming, and drops the friendship nuke: "Skip training camp, and we’re done." As Jia Fan stares at his audition photos, we’re left wondering—will he choose safety or stardom?
Final Teaser
• You Ning’s plotting revenge. (RIP CEO Ling’s peace of mind.)
• Xing Mo’s crush is now an open secret. (We see you, bartender.)
• Jia Fan’s dad has opinions about genetics and guilt. (Therapy, anyone?)
Stay tuned for next week’s episode: "When Fishmongers Cry (and Models Lie)."
