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The video starts by introducing the sequel, 'After We Collided,' jokingly referring to it as the unwanted follow-up to a previously critiqued film. Before delving into the movie review, the presenter introduces Surfshark VPN as a sponsor, highlighting its features like unlimited device usage, hack lock ID protection, and a private search engine called Blind Search. A promotional code for a discount is offered.
The movie begins with a recap of the first film, presented as Hardin's dream, invalidating the previous ending. Hardin's character then gets a peculiar tattoo. Tessa, meanwhile, starts an internship at Vance Publishing, where she encounters Trevor (Dylan Sprouse), who is surprisingly alive. Her boss is depicted as a typical demanding Miranda Priestly-esque character.
Tessa attends an industry party, drinks too much, and makes a 'bad decision' by calling Hardin while seemingly intoxicated. Hardin, upset that Tessa is having fun without him, tracks her down via her shared location and barges into her hotel room, finding her with Trevor. It turns out Trevor and Hardin know each other from Hardin's past internship at Vance, creating an instant rivalry and a love triangle.
The narrative progresses with Trevor appearing as the sensible and emotionally balanced alternative to Hardin's erratic behavior. Tessa visits her old apartment and encounters Hardin's mother, who is unaware of their breakup. They are forced to pretend they are still together, leading to them sharing a bed and eventually deciding to reconcile, despite Hardin's continued problematic behavior.
The couple's relationship continues its turbulent course. Hardin takes Tessa to see his father, leading to more brooding. At a frat party, Hardin's old girlfriends are present, and he is seen with one of them, leading to a heated argument with Tessa. Throughout this, Trevor acts as the voice of reason. Tessa is briefly hit by a car but is fine.
Hardin discusses his feelings with his mom, who encourages him to fight for Tessa. Vance Publishing announces a move to Seattle, and Tessa and Trevor are set to go. At a farewell party, Trevor reveals he intercepted a call from Hardin at the hospital. Hardin shows up to win Tessa back. In the final scene, Tessa leaves with Hardin, rejecting the clearly better option of Trevor.
The reviewer criticizes the movie for perpetuating the trope of a girl choosing a 'bad boy' over a 'nice guy,' despite the unhealthy dynamics. The announcement of two more sequels is met with despair. The video then briefly promotes a mobile game featuring the reviewer's characters. The reviewer reflects on the consistent pattern in teen romance sequels where initial relationship investment is undermined, and the protagonist consistently chooses the flawed love interest.