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♪That day♪

♪Nothing stays together forever♪

♪I've quit romance♪

♪Who hasn't failed again♪

♪Crying in death♪

♪And in life♪

♪Even now♪

♪We keep learning♪

♪It's no surprise♪

♪Being happy is so hard♪

♪Weirdly, I became a role model♪

♪On the day we met again, we said hi♪

♪It was a reminder, a test, and a complaint♪

♪Who can do anything without regret♪

♪I am all right♪

♪May you live in peace♪

♪Let the world roar♪

♪Sounds like a carnival♪

♪Being alive is never dull♪

♪How wonderful to be free♪

♪I became even better without you♪

♪Nothing can be perfect♪

♪We bless each other in pain♪

♪We nod and smile♪

♪May we both be well♪

= Love's Ambition=

=Episode 21=

Actually,

our last vacation

was our honeymoon.

I need to tell you something.

Jiang Liang invested in Yan Studio.

He...

Jiang Liang?

What does he know?

He relies on his sister.

He doesn't do anything.

He's no good.

He gave me some advice

that was quite practical.

He's not so clueless.

When did he

give you advice?

A month ago.

I ran into him

at the cafe.

A month ago?

Why didn't you

tell me you needed funds?

Back then...

Why would I tell you?

Who am I

to you?

Yeah.

I shouldn't interfere.

I should thank you.

You secured funding

from an investor.

That's why you're helping

your soon-to-be ex-husband

for some pocket money.

How noble of you.

Do you have to

be so sarcastic?

I don't want to argue.

Let's be serious.

Before I agreed

to help you,

I had been

at my wits' end.

Jiang Liang

introduced me

to a photographer.

But he didn't

promise to invest.

My sister called me just now, saying that

Jiang Liang saw

the latest video

and decided to invest.

I told you immediately.

Isn't that prompt enough?

True.

I lied about having investors

the other night.

Ms. Xu.

You're such an impressive actress.

Who knows what other lies

you've told?

I've told

a million lies.

I had a fever

when I interviewed you

at Jinda Group.

It was real.

But I didn't faint.

Mr. Shen.

Sorry to have

kept you waiting.

Let's talk

over lunch.

The band-aid I gave you at the hospital

was bought by Secretary Chen.

I saw how moved you were,

so I stayed silent.

Also,

when you applied for the job,

I read your post

during the interview. Remember?

You wrote,

"If Grandma has ever

made osmanthus jam for you,

you'll never feel lonely."

Total nonsense.

Melodramatic rambling.

Didn't I tell you

I learned ballet in school?

I learned street dance.

Popping.

Breaking.

Come on!

Listen to me.

Every outfit you chose for me

disappointed me.

The colors, quality,

and taste

were all terrible.

Reflect on yourself.

Look inward.

Is it because

you're outdated and stuffy

with taste behind the times?

Your slicked-back hair

never changes.

And your suit

is always the same.

What's wrong?

Are you bed linens?

And those glasses.

Are you nearsighted?

Why do you wear them?

What for?

To act like old money?

I'm better than you.

You claim to be a food expert

and host Family Feast.

None of the food

you cook tastes good.

It's awful.

I force myself to eat it, okay?

The jewelry pieces you gave me

are tacky and tasteless.

Not a single one I like.

Forced myself to accept them.

Fine.

I'll tell

Secretary Chen.

I didn't buy them, anyway.

I didn't even check them.

Doesn't matter.

It doesn't matter.

Men's gifts are

all the same.

I'm used to it.

Used to it?

How many guys

have you dated?

How many did I tell you?

You said I was the only one.

Yeah.

Just one.

Plus a zero.

Three days later, the 8th,

meet me at the Bureau at 10 AM.

Yuanhang is a major investment firm.

We're just a start-up.

Why would Jiang Liang invest in us?

Investing in successful start-ups

is just bandwagoning.

Investing now shows

vision.

- Vision. - Vision.

Alright.

We have an investor.

Our video got 10k likes.

We're doing well.

Let's hope everything picks up.

Fingers crossed.

Only good news ahead.

So

let's drink till we drop.

Till we drop.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

I heard your Chinese grades

dropped recently.

Do you need a tutor?

No tutor beats sis-in-law.

She's so patient

and explains things clearly.

I get it right away.

Haoming,

when are you bringing her back?

She's still busy with work

and won't return soon.

You clearly miss her.

Just beg for forgiveness.

I don't miss her.

Say one thing and mean another.

That's the idiom for you.

She's definitely still angry.

Did you apologize

sincerely to her?

Seems you've mastered Chinese.

Idioms flow naturally now.

Wait a minute.

Sit.

Sit down.

First,

sis-in-law taught me that idiom.

Second, you should know this.

When guys get rejected,

it's okay.

Even if you're rejected 100 times,

you must win her back

in the end.

Got it?

If only

you could study with

such perseverance.

Mind your own business.

Okay?

Okay.

My performance is

none of your business, either.

Close the door on your way out.

(When guys get rejected,)

(it's okay.)

Even if you're rejected 100 times,

you must win her back

in the end.

What's up?

Are you there?

(Shen Haoming) Going to bed?

(Xu Yan)

(Not yet.)

(What's up?)

(Shen Haoming) (Mr. Baraikin and I)

(spoke on the phone.)

(He'll visit Jinda in a few days.)

(If you're free,)

(let's have dinner together.)

(I can't.)

(I've been swamped.)

(Give him my regards.)

(Shen Haoming) (Alright.)

(I'll have Chen)

(wire you the money.)

(Xu Yan) (Thanks.)

How do I win her back?

Should I keep arguing with her?

I'm such an idiot.

Again.

You're the sparring partner applicant?

With your physique,

can you handle it?

No problem.

In our line of work,

we must endure hits.

Not everyone

can withstand this.

Sir.

I want to learn how to take hits.

Fine.

Let's give it a try.

When do we start?

Right now.

Headshot first.

Pardon?

(Treatise on Superfluous Things)

While...

Grandma, look.

See?

Nice office, right?

Let me show you around.

See?

This is

our main lobby.

- The second floor. - So spacious.

Display wall.

See?

And we have...

Look who this is.

Grandma.

Look.

You like our office?

Yan, Lin,

you girls really

picked a great place.

Spacious and bright.

I'm here.

Is it Grandma?

Hi, Grandma.

Grandma.

This is our designer

I keep telling you about.

Yao.

Here's our long-legged model,

Guan.

Look.

- Hi Grandma. - See her legs?

Yan, Lin,

and your partners,

Yao, Guan, right?

You girls

are very talented

young ladies.

I'm so happy

to see you working together.

I wish you a grand opening

and booming business.

- Thanks, Grandma. - Thanks, Grandma.

Grandma's the best.

Alright then.

I won't keep you any longer.

You're busy girls.

Okay.

Bye, Grandma.

- Bye-bye. - Bye-bye.

I have to go.

Go ahead.

Bye, Grandma.

Miss you.

Why are you hanging up?

Talk to me more.

I just want to tell you.

Life is not

all about making money.

You need inherent confidence.

I hope you can

maintain good spirits

while working hard.

Okay, Grandma.

Yan.

Remember that...

Yan.

Take your medicine.

Ms. Xu.

I have to go.

What's up?

This is my office?

Yeah.

Yan.

My design studio is so spacious.

Is it enough?

More than enough.

Alright.

Alright.

From now on,

this will be our starting point.

Let's go big.

Let's go big.

Let's tidy up.

Okay.

♪Sharp tailoring♪

This is mine.

Take it away.

It's my spot.

To my office. Thanks.

Got it.

Keep going.

Here's your keyboard.

Come on.

♪Like a raw diamond♪

It's my spot.

It's bright.

Okay.

So this is my spot.

♪Every frame's perfection♪

♪My beauty's defined by none♪

What's this?

A computer.

For work.

- Can I have it in dressing room? - How much is this?

Bring two more boxes.

- The ones with materials. - Right here.

Help me out.

- Help me. - On the table.

Thanks.

Let's unpack this.

Slowly.

Careful.

Mr. Shen.

The design has been

revised.

The design team wants to meet.

I checked your schedule.

You're

only available on the 8th

this month.

The Legal Department added three clauses

to the contract annex

as requested.

Also,

they modified clauses

No. 3 and No. 8.

I've booked

private room No. 8 in Yipinxuan

for tonight.

Mr. Shen.

Is something wrong?

From now on,

I don't want to hear the number "eight".

Mr. Shen.

Land acquisition evaluation

and market research

on Project 018

have been completed.

Most land acquisitions

are feasible.

Except that

a 120-mu plot

in the core zone

has been purchased.

It was acquired

ten years ago.

Ten years ago?

It was a remote wasteland back then

without any

development plans.

Who'd buy land there?

Mr. Shen Haoming.

Dad.

You want to see me?

You bought the 120-mu land

of Project 018 a decade ago?

Why?

The government

wanted to establish a new free trade zone.

The group

conducted evaluations

and prioritized development

in the eastern and southern areas.

First,

they wanted to be close

to downtown.

Second,

the eastern and southern peripherals

had a relatively complete infrastructure

for residential use.

Everyone thought

the northern area was barren land

with no development value.

Indeed.

That's what the executives thought.

But

people

overlooked one critical factor.

High-speed rail.

The rail network plan

announced that year

showed that the high-speed rail

would connect major economic zones

and reduce intercity distances.

I studied the published blueprint.

The rail extended to the north,

intersecting with our free trade zone's

intercity light rail system.

A city's subway planning

must coordinate with

major transportation hubs.

So, I predicted

that the municipal government would

leverage the transportation hub

and establish a New District.

So, I believed this land

was worth investing in.

That means

you demonstrated remarkable foresight

back then.

I must thank you

for sending me to the top schools

where I learned

diverse urban designs

and planning.

But I have a question.

You wanted to

acquire the project.

You'd need money.

Where did your funding come from?

From my college classmates.

They had

considerable idle funds

but lacked knowledge

of profitable investment channels.

I managed

some short-term futures

through the years,

earning them good returns

as well as their trust.

I see.

One more question.

Since you've been

operating this project for so long.

What would you ask for

to hand it over

to our company?

Feel free

to make any requests.

Alright?

I'll transfer this land

to the group

to meet all corporate needs

without any conditions.

Why?

Dad.

I've been thinking about

what happened with Haochen.

It seems I've never

properly apologized

to you or Mom

about this.

Regarding this matter,

your mom and I

don't need apologies.

We just want you to understand

that everyone

must take

full responsibility for their actions.

I understand.

That's also my philosophy.

But I've always

hoped that you could

understand me.

But I never considered your feelings.

I don't regret what happened with Haochen.

But I know it has

caused you and Mom

tremendous stress.

This is my fault.

I had a bad temper before.

I acted tough

because I was insecure

and anxious.

I didn't know what would happen.

Eventually, I saw that you and Mom

accepted Haochen,

giving him a carefree

living environment.

Your tolerance

truly empowered me.

We've quarreled

and fought

quite enough.

After I calmed down,

I did realize

why you doubted me

both then

and right now.

I must

take the responsibility.

That's why

I never intended

to negotiate terms with you.

You came back

from the resort

as a different person.

(If you love someone,)

you should trust them

and believe their actions

are meant to protect you.

No matter how old we grow,

in our elders' eyes,

we'll always remain children.

But their distrust doesn't equate

to indifference or neglect.

I'll send the land transfer agreement

to the group.

Listen, Haoming.

If you can

facilitate

official collaboration with Baraikin

and expand

our overseas market,

then I promise that

I'll bring you onto the board.

But remember this.

Once you're in this game,

you'll face doubts

and even scrutiny

from more people.

Besides, I won't

allow you to make any mistakes.

Dad.

I don't mind that.

I just hope you can

start trusting me.

I also hope

I can start trusting you.

Come on, son.

Walk with me.

(Yan Studio)

Sit.

Hello.

My name is Meng Zhao.

I graduated from Jingzhou Business University.

I'm Zhao Kehuan

from Jingzhou Communication University,

majoring in Broadcasting.

I'm Qu Xiaowan,

24 years old.

I worked at a 4A agency.

I was a planner

of Family Feast.

What are you applying for?

Promotion Specialist.

Business Specialist.

Anything will do.

I'll do whatever you assign me.

Rest assured.

I'm highly action-oriented.

I will complete

any tasks given to me.

She's like you.

I'm not so direct.

What's your expected salary?

Depends on the workload.

At my previous company,

my salary was higher because

I did a triple workload.

I'll accept a normal salary

for a normal workload.

Don't worry.

We'll hire more business specialists

if needed.

It would be great

if the salary could be a bit higher than my previous job.

Otherwise, I can accept

the same salary.

I'm still young.

Money isn't that important to me.

Opportunity matters more.

Thank you.

Thank you.

(Yan Studio)

Welcome to Yan Studio.

Thanks for joining us.

Yan.

I'll go wherever you are.

I promise

I'll work hard.

(Yan Studio)

Mr. Jiang Liang.

Welcome to Yan Studio.

Do you like

the environment here?

It's amazing.

Your first video

has done so well.

When will you post the second one?

(Yan Studio) Let's get in.

The staff are ready

to brief you.

- Alright. - This way.

(Civil Affairs Bureau, 8th)

(Shen Haoming)

Hello.

Hello.

What's wrong?

Nothing. Just a reminder.

Tomorrow's the 8th.

See you at the Bureau

at 10 AM.

Bad timing.

I'm on a business trip in Russia.

You went to Russia?

You know,

things are going well with Mr. Baraikin.

So I have to strike

when the iron's hot.

But didn't we agree to meet

at the Bureau on the 8th?

Next month, maybe.

Then the application will expire.

What can I do?

I'm busy.

I'm traveling to France,

England,

and so on.

I can't go back.

Shen Haoming.

Do you have to

go on a business trip now?

Mr. Baraikin approached me.

I can't tell him,

"Let me get divorced first",

can I?

Come here.

Mr. Baraikin needs me.

I have to go.

Coming.

Okay, bye.

Xin, stop running.

You can't go in.

You can't go in there.

Be good.

It's not a good angle.

She'll believe it, right?

I need more photos.

(Yan)

Next stop: Africa.

Alexandria.

Chen Lin.

Photoshop these trees out.

(A few days later)

Hello? Yan.

Is Shen Haoming in Jingzhou?

Mr. Shen is in Moscow.

Got it. Thanks.

(July 8th)

Chen Lin.

Did Xu Yan

call you today?

Just as you predicted.

She called several times.

Good.

Okay.

I won't be at the office.

Call me if anything comes up.

It's an illusion.

It must be.

Illusion.

Aren't you in Russia?

Which city is Shen Haoming in now?

He's in Moscow.

But he told me

he's in Alexandria.

Yeah, he's in Alexandria.

My mistake, Yan.

Mr. Shen is in Alexandria.

But you just said he was in Russia.

Yeah.

Alexandria in Russia.

Alexandria is in Egypt.

(Paid Promotion)

Doesn't Russia have a city named Alexandria?

I changed my schedule last minute.

Thanks for cooperating.

The Bureau, now.

I changed my plans

due to health issues.

I'm seeing a doctor.

What's wrong?

Heart problems.

Chest tightness.

Heartache.

Palpitations.

Discomfort.

I can't breathe.

Alright.

I'll go with you.

Hurry up.

Mr. Shen,

your heart is perfectly fine.

No issues whatsoever.

Really?

Then why do I feel chest tightness

and palpitations?

That's from the guilt.

The possible causes

could be numerous,

but

it's definitely not

caused by cardiac issues.

It's more related

to work stress

and emotional fluctuations.

Have you

been anxious

about anything lately?

Doctor,

I don't think he's anxious

about anything.

But he's been

tired and exhausted

since he's been flying to many countries every day.

I mean, walking to...

Right?

Walking to many countries every day.

So tiring.

Mr. Shen,

you must rest despite your heavy schedule.

I'll prescribe some nourishing

and calming

medications.

Listen.

Since we can't

find the cause here,

maybe I should get

a comprehensive checkup.

That's a good idea.

We can rule out

other possibilities.

You and your wife

will be more reassured.

Okay.

I will

schedule you for an MRI first.

No,

I think I need

comprehensive tests,

beginning with ENT

and ophthalmology.

Alright.

Hello, doctor.

(Medical Examination Center)

(ENT Department)

(Ophthalmology Department)

(Ophthalmology Department)

(Colonoscopy Room)

Doctor.

(Colonoscopy Room, Respiratory Endoscopy Room)

(Gastroenterology Department)

(Colonoscopy Room)

(Respiratory Endoscopy Room)

(Gastroenterology Department)

(Urology Department)

(Men's Restroom)

Are you done?

Stop rushing me.

Almost done.

Can you hurry up?

They'll close soon.

(Men's Restroom)

What's the rush?

These matters

can't be rushed.

I'm waiting for the urge.

You've been

waiting for the urge

for over half an hour.

It's 4:55 PM now.

They close at 5:30 PM.

We'll be late.

Now I feel it.

Now?

Hold it in.

Pee after the divorce.

(Service Suspended)

Hurry.

Excuse me.

Sorry.

Uh.

Hurry.

(Civil Affairs Bureau) We're getting a divorce.

Check the time.

It's 5:35 PM.

The system's shut down.

Come back tomorrow.

We're really sorry.

Can you make an exception

and do it for us?

Did you complete the cooling-off period?

Yes.

It's been thirty days.

So are you still getting

divorced?

Yes.

Okay.

Submit the application

again today.

Come back on the 8th

next month before 5:30 PM.

Wait.

Another cooling-off period?

You missed the deadline.

Your previous divorce application

was automatically voided.

You'll have to redo it.

Remember.

Be punctual next time.

Otherwise,

you'll come a third time.

Glaring won't help.

I didn't make the rules.

8th next month. First thing in the morning.

Ma'am.

You can clock out now.

Thank you.

(Audio & Film Equipment Museum)

You talk business here, Mr. Liang?

My work style

is unique.

My business partners should

get used to it.

Let's go.

(Audio & Film Equipment Museum)

This is a private museum

run by my friend.

I'm their

VVVVIP guest.

Whenever I need some time alone,

this is where I come.

It's open for me 24/7.

No disturbances.

I can tell

you love films.

When I was young,

my dad was busy working.

My sister studied abroad.

Only my mom was there

during my childhood.

She loved movies.

She took me to a movie

almost every day.

Those two magical hours

were her gift

of happiness.

I wanted to study filming

in college.

But I had to

study finance as my dad

requested.

Then

my parents passed.

My sister was busy.

I went to the movies alone.

So this is a collection

of your regrets.

As a director,

I missed my leading lady.

But as a businessman,

I found you.

My one-in-a-lifetime

partner.

I didn't have the privilege

to watch movies as a kid.

But I loved TV shows

and news anchors.

So I wondered

whether I could

become like them.

See,

we have a lot

in common.

Right?

This...

looks like...

The same as the one in Roman Holiday.

Exactly.

I've watched that movie.

Can I take a photo?

Let me do it.

Thanks, I got this.

I don't like the ending.

One day to love.

A lifetime to forget.

How tragic.

What a tragedy.

All the kids would think

that a princess

should break through all obstacles

and be with her true love.

Only adults

realize that people

from different backgrounds

have different responsibilities

and problems.

A loving couple

may not end up together.

Roman Holiday

wasn't really a fairy tale.

I remember

there was a line.

"Lift up your head, princess.

If not, the crown falls."

I share this line with you.

But I prefer

another line.

"Life isn't always

what one likes."

Hey, pretty.

Want to be the first

to ride shotgun?

Hop on.

Mr. Liang.

Meiru. What a coincidence.

She is...?

Hello.

I'm Xu Yan,

Mr. Liang's business partner.

This is...

I'm Meiru.

I work in self-media.

Mr. Liang,

you tricked me into hopping on,

but this bike

couldn't even start.

Why are you riding it again?

I guess I'm not

your first passenger.

Give me a second.

Come here.

Come on.

Come on.

Why are you here?

You lectured me

on film history.

It was really enlightening.

So I'm planning

a movie salon event.

Will you tell me more?

Did you sign up for

that art program

I suggested?

You didn't.

That program

will do you good.

Complete the course,

and we'll discuss art.

Alright?

Remember to call me then.

Go ahead.

There you are.

Don't get me wrong.

She was just

an art enthusiast.

I get it, Mr. Liang.

You're just helping girls

improve themselves

as their mentor.

Right?

I genuinely want to

show care and support

to the girls I meet.

Well done.

I have many other

good qualities.

You should get to know me.

Like our outfits.

Don't you see our outfits match perfectly?

Aren't we in sync?

(Xu Yan)

Haoming.

What a surprise.

You know what?

Rumors have been

spreading in our circle.

Xu Yan

and Jiang Liang

are really hitting it off.

You're drunk.

Don't you know Jiang Liang?

He's a ladies' man

who never commits to anyone.

Even he fell for Xu Yan

and got completely infatuated.

Xu Yan is quite something.

Or perhaps

she's desperate to find her next target.

Xu Yan is my wife.

Watch your mouth.

Still defending her.

She's just using you

as a rich fool.

And you still defend her.

Shen Haoming.

You should really check

whether she's

cheated on you.

Or maybe

you're used to it.

I'm the only one loyal to you.

But you won't even

look my way, will you?

You're such a coward.

You're finally looking at me.

Hit me then.

Why don't you hit me?

Go ahead.

♪Like fireworks that loved♪

♪Rushing toward the stars♪

♪Undaunted by pain♪

♪Fearless of flames♪

♪Even if just a fleeting sparkle♪

♪We shed tears♪

♪Deep blue seas turn to foam♪

♪We regained freedom♪

♪If you remember me♪

♪Then I'm pleased♪

♪I just wanna take my time tonight♪

♪To do all the things I said I'd try♪

♪I go surfing, go diving, go driving, and go flying to a different place♪

♪I go drink, go party, and go dance♪

♪Even if I'm lonely♪

♪Cause I just have been hurt too many times♪

♪I'm giving it all to get nothing back♪

♪I was lost in the dark, and it's too hurt to even see♪

♪See the world and how it flows. We never let go♪

♪So I'll take my time♪

♪To reignite♪

♪The love I should deserve♪

♪When the time is right♪

♪You realize♪

♪It will all be alright♪

♪Cause I just have been hurt too many times♪

♪I'm giving it all to get nothing back♪

♪I was lost in the dark, and it's too hurt to even see♪

♪See the world and how it flows. We never let go♪

♪So I'll take my time♪

♪To reignite♪

♪The love I should deserve♪

♪When the time is right♪

♪You realize♪

♪It will all be alright♪