LayarHijau – Shine on Me, starring Song Weilong and Zhao Jinmai, has firmly secured its place as one of the most talked-about Chinese dramas of the moment. Since its premiere, the series has consistently topped popularity rankings, amassing more than 600 million views. On January 7, the streaming platform released the final episode early for paid subscribers, finally answering the question fans had been waiting for: how does the love story of Lin Yusen and Nie Xiguang truly end?
(Spoiler Warning: the following paragraphs contain major ending details.)
The finale opens with a quietly emotional scene as Lin Yusen (Song Weilong) and Nie Xiguang (Zhao Jinmai) sit together on a rocking chair. In a moment that quickly went viral, Lin Yusen delivers a heartfelt proposal, asking whether he may “stay permanently” in Nie Xiguang’s life if his feelings never change. Nie Xiguang’s simple yet decisive reply—accepting his proposal—marks a turning point in their relationship and sets the tone for the drama’s concluding chapters.
Following the proposal, the story highlights the choices both characters make for their futures. Lin Yusen decides to return to the medical field, leaving his position at Shuangyuan Group. Meanwhile, Nie Xiguang continues to develop the new energy project he once initiated. In a meaningful gesture, she renames the landscape project from “Liuguang Garden” to “Liuguang Forest,” a name formed from the meanings of their names. The change deeply moves Lin Yusen, symbolizing how their lives and aspirations have become intertwined.
The narrative then jumps forward two years, revealing Lin Yusen and Nie Xiguang’s wedding. Set in a glass chapel, the ceremony is portrayed as both elegant and intimate. Zhao Jinmai’s appearance in a white wedding gown drew widespread praise from viewers, many of whom described her as radiating a new level of maturity. The couple’s embrace and kiss at the altar became one of the most memorable scenes of the entire series.
Life after marriage is given significant screen time in the finale. Lin Yusen and Nie Xiguang are shown as devoted parents to their young daughter, Xiao Xingxing. From Lin Yusen picking her up from kindergarten to the family walking home hand in hand, these scenes emphasize warmth and stability, offering viewers a glimpse into their everyday happiness rather than relying solely on grand romantic gestures.
One particularly talked-about sequence centers on bedtime. Xiao Xingxing asks to eat three candies before sleeping, and Nie Xiguang, unable to refuse her daughter outright, leaves the decision to Lin Yusen. After a brief negotiation, he agrees to two candies instead. Pleased with the outcome, Xiao Xingxing goes to sleep obediently. As a quiet reward, Nie Xiguang gives Lin Yusen a gentle kiss before returning to their bedroom. After Lin Yusen settles their daughter, the couple reunites, sharing an intimate bed scene that serves as the drama’s final romantic highlight.
Earlier in its run, Shine on Me faced criticism for its slow pacing and its heavy focus on the second male lead, Zhuang Xu, in the early episodes. However, once Lin Yusen fully entered the story, the emotional progression between him and Nie Xiguang became the drama’s core appeal. Their gradual connection and mutual growth drew viewers back in, earning the series praise as a standout modern romance.
So, does Shine on Me end happily or sadly? The answer is clear. With a heartfelt proposal, a wedding, a child, and a stable family life, the drama concludes on a firmly happy note. For many fans—especially readers of the original novel—the finale delivers the emotional fulfillment they had hoped for, bringing Lin Yusen and Nie Xiguang’s long journey to a satisfying close.
