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[Stand or Fall]

[Episode 16]

The Marketing Department spent several months to come up with this proposal.

We surveyed thousands of target customers and eliminated dozens of-

Director Lei, our time is precious.

Director Lei, get to the point directly.

All right.

What about the Goddess Festival?

Isn't this name overwhelming? Even fascinating.

Which one do you prefer?

If you can't decide,

I'll arrange appointments for you with every one of them.

No, I'm busy with a meeting.

Director Guan.

Guan Wen.

What do you think of the Marketing Department's proposal?

Guan Wen, this isn't right.

Your attention is not on the Marketing Department during our meeting.

When the Business Development Department was talking about upgrades,

our department participated actively in every meeting.

Director Lei, you must be mistaken about me.

I've been thinking

about how to give my opinion so I sound nicer.

I have three opinions about your plan.

I'll offer it for reference and discussion.

She's starting to make some stuff up.

First, if the theme is a Goddess,

the intellectual property rights of the animation you have chosen may not be suitable.

When I was at TL,

I heard their distributors' analysis of this intellectual property series.

Their main audience is the young people under the age of 20.

And more than 60% of them are male.

So I suggest that we use this money on reward points and gifts.

It may bring more efficient customer flow.

Second, the decoration for the whole event is in candy colors.

It's too gaudy.

It doesn't look like it's for Goddess Day, but instead is more suitable for Children's Day.

I've seen the plans that the public relations company sent you.

Personally, I think the Morandi color scheme they suggested is more appropriate.

In Summer, the low-saturation colors can make people feel more calm and peaceful.

Yes, that's right.

Send me the decoration plan sent by the Public Relations Department.

Third, the whole plan emphasizes visual perception and celebrity activities.

But for the Business Development Department, we'd like to know

the additional visitors and sales forecast.

For example, how many VIP customers did you invite for this event?

And which brands have suggested that they hope to collaborate in the promotion?

Most importantly,

what can the Business Development Department do for you?

Boss. I was scared just now. I thought you were distracted.

I was.

I didn't expect you could multitask.

I'm not a god.

Didn't Lei Kesen send his proposal in the meeting invitation?

I looked over it in advance and did my homework.

No wonder.

But I'm not sure if Director Lei would accept your criticism that well.

He's not even a senior executive.

It's useless to worry about such things. Is this something you should be asking?

You are right. Then I'll talk to Da Luo to see if REGHT has signed the contract.

Go ahead.

Yake's reminder is right.

The Marketing and Business Development departments are two very important departments at Wanli.

I hope your cooperation will be effective and smooth.

I always focus on the problems on hand, not the individuals.

Not to mention by helping Lei Kesen improve the effectiveness of his plan,

I'm contributing to his KPI.

I believe he's not that stupid.

Did you forget how you left TL?

A fall into the pit, a gain in your wit.

Do you not know the meaning of this sentence?

If General Manager Ding wants everyone to be happy,

and thinks of interpersonal relationships as more important than getting things done,

I can satisfy your wish.

What did your daughter say?

The Xiao Chen that I told you about is very popular.

It's hard to find a man of such good quality these days.

My daughter has been very busy recently.

She doesn't have time.

How old is she? She doesn't have an answer.

Aren't you worried?

Xiao Wang,

women are considered old after the age of 30.

If we delay it any longer, her work, life, and energy won't be up to par anymore.

Your two kids...

It's true, though. Each has his own problems.

Look at me,

I have three grandchildren.

The eldest will start elementary school next year.

Are you not in a hurry?

I am.

But she doesn't want to.

What can I do?

What? No way.

You are her mother.

You cry, nag, and hang yourself.

I don't believe that she can handle that.

Mom.

Mom.

What's wrong? Did you go to the doctor's?

Is it high blood pressure again? Have you taken any medicine?

I don't know if she took the medicine.

But she came back from square dancing this morning.

You're not feeling well. Why were you still square dancing?

I think I caught a cold while at square dancing.

Recently, I've been like this.

I keep getting dizzy.

I'm afraid that something might happen to me.

Do you need me to arrange a physical examination for you? Check it out.

I'm so old now. Why waste this money?

I don't know how much longer I can live.

Before,

others used to envy me.

I have both a daughter and a son.

But they're not envious of me anymore.

Auntie Zhang next door,

she has three grandkids now. And what about me?

I'm not even a grandmother yet.

Isn't it embarrassing for me?

I'm already 64 years old.

I sometimes think that if I'm ever sick,

and when I close my eyes and go to sleep, I won't be able to open my eyes the next day.

It's really hard to say.

Before I leave,

the one I'm most worried about is you.

You don't have anyone to take care of you.

How can I close my eyes?

No, Mom.

How about this? Take a look at me. Can you close your eyes now?

You're on your own.

Mom, you just want me to go on blind dates.

Is that really worth luring me back here to put on a show?

I'm not lying to you.

I sent you pictures of so many people.

Did you respond to me once?

I don't believe you didn't like any of them.

I didn't.

No, you didn't really look at them. What if...

Add them on WeChat. Right?

And then you contact them and ask whether you can meet or not.

You didn't do anything. How can you condemn this person already?

What if he doesn't like me?

Then at least you tried. Did you even try?

If you tried, I...

If it doesn't work out, I will accept it.

- But you didn't try. - Mom. How about this?

I'll try. Find a couple of girls for me. Don't you want to be a grandma?

Scram!

- Can you do this or not? - I have things to do. I'm very busy. I'll leave now.

Why am I having such a hard life?

I...

I've toiled my whole life and gave birth to two ungrateful souls.

I only have one little wish. Can it be fulfilled?

Mom, I can go.

Get lost. Can you do it?

Okay. I promise. I'll go on the blind date.

But Mom, remember what you just said.

If he doesn't like me, you have to give up.

I promise.

Mom.

You're back.

Look at you.

You're just coming home to have a meal. Why did you buy so many things?

- You shouldn't waste money. - Dad.

Lin Hao bought these for you.

Where is he?

Why didn't he come back with you?

They're competing for a position within his department, so he's working overtime.

So you're offering me these on his behalf? Is that why you're here?

You're here because of his competition?

Let me ask you something.

Are you just going to let what happened with his aunt pass?

That's not over yet.

And you're expecting me to meet my friends for him? You wish.

All right.

We're already a family.

- Are we really having to decide who's right and who's wrong? - A family?

If he really sees us as a family, he wouldn't have made such demands.

It's not that I can't afford it. The point is that that's not how you should do things.

Dad, calm down.

As for Lin Hao, he recognized his mistakes.

He apologized to me sincerely.

And his aunt, she called me and apologized.

They said they were in the wrong.

Look at that.

I told you that Lin Hao is a good boy.

My daughter is such a fool because her mother is too naive.

You...

Dad.

Look, I've been with Lin Hao for so many years.

He really cares about me, and takes care of me.

But of course, he also has many things that he can improve on.

But we should forgive him, right?

He's not from here.

He came to the big city alone. He has his troubles.

He doesn't do all this for himself, but to give me a better life.

Dad. Please help him.

Honey, you're back.

Come on. Change your shoes.

I bought you your favorite duck necks.

How was it?

Oh, yes. What did Dad say?

Professor Chen said he's been very busy these days.

It'll probably be a few days before he deals with your matter.

A few days?

The competition will be over in a few days.

I need to answer the phone.

Professor Chen is so fast at making his rounds.

Your father cares about you.

He called once you left.

Mom, you must thank Dad on behalf of me this time.

Ask Lin Hao to come over for dinner in a few days.

Don't worry.

Bye.

You heard that?

Thank you, Xuanxuan.

By the way, let's find a time in the next few days to go to your parent's place.

I need to thank Dad properly.

Totally.

Hao Hao, you will always be this nice to me.

You won't leave me, will you?

What are you talking about?

I'm just worried that you'd abandon me.

That's impossible. Love you.

Stand up straight. I'm going to record a video and punch in.

Ready, go.

Madam, is Sir still coming back? Do you still want to keep the dishes out?

How about this, Sister Li? Heat the food and put it in the lunch box. Thanks.

Come on, Xiao Zhe. Hurry up. Let's do this recording one last time, alright?

Then mom will let you take a shower and get ready for bed. Come on.

Ready, go!

Three. Four.

Sister Chen, please send me the contract.

Sister Chen.

The numbers on the third form are wrong. It needs to be double-checked.

Sister Chen, you're still working?

Madam, you're finally here.

Hurry up and talk to President Wang. I work in administration.

I really can't do a sales assistant's job.

Sister Chen, I'll eat later. Check these numbers first.

Dangshen and bull's penis soup.

The housekeeper cooked it for the whole day. Drink it while it's hot.

Why are you here at this hour?

I managed to get Xiao Zhe to fall asleep.

And saw that you still weren't home yet. You've worked hard, Honey.

You're making a PowerPoint?

Like this.

No need.

Right-click, drag and release it.

And that's it!

That's impressive.

You know how to make a PowerPoint?

What? You think your wife is an illiterate good-for-nothing?

You know what? I graduated from a top-tier university before I went into acting.

The size and rented area of the mall.

Honey.

50,000 square meters.

The rented area is 30,000 square meters.

50,000 square meters.

Honey, after you drop Xiao Zhe off for the next couple of days, do you have any plans?

My husband needs me. It's my responsibility to help.

What's wrong with me?

It's fine. I'll pour some water for you.

I think you've just been under too much pressure from work recently.

You're too tired.

Tomorrow, I'll ask Sister Li to make some soup for you.

Also, you should put getting a new assistant on the agenda.

I'll help you be in charge of the recruitment this time.

All right, go to bed.

Oh, my goodness!

My mom is really fast.

[Meme]

Xiao Wen.

One task accomplished.

[Friend Request Settings]

[Set to verify before receiving messages.]

[Your friend must verified you before you can send your message.]

I'm very sincere.

They all despise me.

Hi, Guan Wen.

Didn't you check my Moments?

Are you there?

You are so beautiful.

What?

I saw the photo your mom sent to Auntie Zhang.

You're so pretty. How could you still not have a boyfriend?

I made a mistake.

Are you there?

I've talked to two brands for this spot.

They're both interested.

Go on.

We have more room with Feitu in terms of conditions.

But their application process is slower. They need six months.

Lihe can match the progress we need in terms of their grand opening.

Is your brother looking for you because of something urgent, Boss?

No need to worry about a blind date.

Blind date?

Boss, don't you have a boyfriend?

Are you looking for a backup boyfriend?

What did you say?

- Last time I saw you... - Wang Yake, do you have a death wish?

I'm just concerned about Boss.

Did you already complete everything within your scope of responsibility?

Tell me your part.

Hello?

All right.

General Manager Ding asked us to go to the marketing department for a meeting.

I've never encountered such resistance from a brand.

This is unprecedented.

The mall plans events to attract customers, and the brands collaborate with us to boost popularity.

Such good cooperation for win-win results. Why are they unhappy?

Right. So I asked them to ask the brands.

They said they had no budget.

- And this... - And what?

Director Guan, don't take this the wrong way.

I'm just relaying the message.

It's the four brands on the first floor. Especially TL.

They said you promised to help them improve their sales, so they didn't close their doors.

Now they have to cooperate with an event and pay for their own expenses.

It doesn't make sense.

Director Lei, why don't you be more clear?

You failed to get them to participate in the event

because when we were trying to keep the tenants, we made them an unrealistic promise.

they're not willing to actively participate in the Goddess Festival.

So now, It's not what I said. It's what they said.

What do you think we should do then?

Let them fend for themselves in Wanli, and then prompt them to close their doors?

Every department has its own KPI.

Please understand, Director Guan.

The Business Development Department has never signed any agreement

with the brand in regard to event cost-sharing.

It's inappropriate for the Marketing Department to throw the Business Development Department under the bus.

But you told them that we'll do promotions to help them increase sales.

That alone already makes things very difficult for the Marketing Department.

Director Lei, it seems that you've never discussed business with the brands.

You can't tell the difference between a dream and a promise written on a piece of paper.

That's enough.

Will arguing about which one of your departments are responsible solve the problem?

The Group has strict requirements for Wanli's monthly rent increase and sales performance.

Last week, we were already five percent behind our target.

Goddess Festival is our last chance to improve our sales in the second quarter.

If the event is not as good as expected,

none of the department directors will be able to bear the responsibility of the blame.

It'll be Wanli's responsibility.

Especially for those of you who have a military order and KPIs in place.

- What are you doing here? - I need to talk to you.

You were in meetings all morning. I didn't get the chance to talk to you.

But I don't think waiting for me here is a good opportunity for us to talk.

You know that marketing and promotions is Lei Kesen's responsibility.

Do you still think you're a kid who can go to the teacher when someone makes a mistake?

I admit that Lei Kesen fools around.

But for a senior employee like him who has been with the company for three years,

a low-investment event yielding no results has no effect on him.

But what about your future business prospects, and maintaining stability of the mall?

The brands on the first floor that promised to keep their doors open temporarily

only promised you a buffer period of six months.

Don't feel like this is unfair.

Doing your job well is being fair to yourself.

Got it.

I will communicate with those brands.

Guan Wen,

learn to restrain your temper.

If it weren't for the way you talked to Lei Kesen last time,

he wouldn't drive a wedge between you and the brands

and blame this on the Business Development Department.

- Do you mean that? - I didn't say anything.

Liren, are you there?

Hello, Jiangzhou First People's Hospital.

- Xiao Qiu. - Why is the door locked?

It's not locked. It must've gotten stuck.

Did you come to the company for something?

Don't you remember? I told you last night.

I'm meeting with Sister Chen to discuss finding a new assistant for you,

and to drop by to see you.

That's right.

I'll come with you to find Sister Chen.

No need. I'll go by myself.

Hello?

That's going too far. What do you plan to do?

I plan on gathering the team together,

putting these brands' Brand Development Departments in one room,

closing the door, and letting off a vicious dog.

Anyone who refuses to participate in the event can't leave.

That's not against the law, right?

What do you think? You really believe I would do that?

I can only show up and treat them a meal.

I'll find a chance to convince them during the meal.

I think you have it so hard at your job.

Is your marriage easy?

I haven't had time to lecture you.

You were coaxed back by Lin Hao with a few nice words, but now you're throwing yourself at him, too?

You can't have Professor Chen talk to his friends and colleagues for him.

We already resolved out problems.

So I still wish the best for him.

We can forget about what happened before. Right?

You forget the pain once you've healed.

How can we treat that?

Last time you were in the hospital for a week,

and you swore to cut ties with the Lin family.

And now?

You forgave Lin Hao with just a few stupid flowers.

What am I supposed to do then?

We have to move forward with our lives.

And Lin Hao is a nice guy.

Don't be so critical of him.

If he really is good to you and cares for you,

you wouldn't get into an argument with him so often.

I can't bother to talk to you.

All right, I have to go upstairs.

I have to make calls to those brand development departments to discuss the dinner party tonight.

Bye.

You were born in 2000.

Yes, I graduated one year ago.

And you already worked three jobs?

It's not my fault.

The male bosses harassed me.

Workplace harassment?

They are the problem.

And they blamed me for wearing a skirt too short.

But I'm good at what I do.

It's okay for you to dress like this on a regular basis.

But you should dress modestly in the workplace.

Hello, interviewers. My name is Liu Zhan.

I graduated from Shanghai Commercial College and I majored in Business Administration.

- How many years has it been since you graduated? - I just graduated this year.

Do you have any practical work experience?

Not yet. But I think the most important thing

for a personal assistant is to be a good eye and a good helping hand for the boss.

So I will do my part well with everything I have.

As for the work throughout the rest of the company, I will use my best ability to adapt to it.

I hope I'll get to work with your company.

Did you get scolded?

There will be a report soon. Be serious.

Take it easy during the meeting later.

Hengtian's Director Luo has seriously implicated you.

He accused Wanli of being selfish and of disregarding your friendship,

to rob them of their target brands, causing them to fail to adjust.

Their performance and rent both dropped.

He really found someone else to blame for the rent increase.

General Manager Ding.

You asked me to help you with TL's case, and that's exactly what I did.

And what ended up happening? You stab me in the back?

You're stealing Hengtian's brands. That's bad table manners.

Anything you want to explain, General Manager Ding?

I didn't know that brands that haven't opened their shops yet belonged to anyone specifically.

Is REGHT under Hengtian's label?

You're shameless.

They approached Hengtian first.

And Wanli intervened and ruined it.

Can you at least have the minimum professional ethic?

Don't take brands from malls of your same parent company.

- Director Luo, you've never pursued a girl, right? - What do you mean?

Do you throw a fuss on the spot if you can't win her over?

Ding Ning, don't cross the line.

All partnerships work in a two-way street.

Things change before a contract is signed.

As for why REGHT chose Wanli and not Hengtian,

I don't need to explain, right?

Furthermore, it's better to let Wanli take them

than for them to be taken by other mall.

Right?

That's right.

- Chairman Zheng, we... - Since we already won over REGHT,

there shouldn't be a problem with Wanli's upgrade.

I'll wait for Wanli to double their performance by the end of next year.

- Don't worry, Chairman Zheng. I will- - But I've heard

that Wanli's promotions haven't been doing so well lately.

I don't think that should be the case with General Manager Ding's abilities.

That's right.

So, the Goddess Festival will be held grandly as scheduled.

Chairman Zheng, you said that you would seek justice for me at the meeting.

How come...

When is the Goddess Festival being held?

Goddess Festival?

Why did you promise at the meeting that the event was going to be a success?

You're burning your bridges.

Do you think he would let me off if I didn't promise that?

As long as I don't say that about the event,

he'll always hold Wanli stealing Hengtian's brands over my head.

He'll say that I ruined their cake and I failed in the performance.

If I don't promise him, he won't let me off the hook.

That means you're just taking the blame for your business development department.

You're protecting them so much.

Are you sure you don't have feelings for her?

What blame am I taking?

I'm the general manager of the mall.

I'm responsible for it whether it's good or bad.

Right?

Chairman Zheng wants Wanli to have no choice.

As long as he has my promise,

even if the Goddess Festival runs into major problems,

I can't ask the group for resources.

What's your plan?

I heard that they are having a disagreement internally.

Lei Kesen from their Marketing Department said something

that put a few brands are in bad mood.

Guan Wen from their Business Development Department is trying to pull some strings.

But I don't think it's a big problem.

After all, brands have budgets to participate in events.

I heard that Peter from TL

has always wanted to have a good relationship with you.

You heard that too?

Peter is such a bad person.

Then... Add more fuel to the fire.

Add fuel to the fire?

Understood.

I'll work on it now. I won't let Wanli do well.

It's not hard for a mall to run a promotion.

Guan Wen will be able to handle it.

What if she gets set up?

What?

An agent friend of mine said that TL is the leader in the boycotting.

They just posted in the group chat of over 200 brands

that they'll allow Wanli's business development department to walk in upright tonight,

but they'll leave sideways.

They'll have dinner with me tonight.

You don't know?

How would I know?

Hello, the subscriber you dialed is powered off.

Please ask the colleagues in the Business Development Department where Director Guan is.

Take me back to Wanli first.

- All right, General Manager Ding. - You are so nervous.

And you say you have no feelings for her.

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♫ Like a dimly lit night, coffee has its limits ♫

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