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♪You are the sun in my life♪

♪You're the light of my love♪

♪When I'm lost in the dark♪

♪Every shadow fades away♪

♪You are the sun in my life♪

♪You're the light of my love♪

♪When I'm lost in the dark♪

♪Every shadow fades away♪

[Shine On Me]

[Adapted from Gu Man's novel, Shine On Me]

[Episode 11]

I'll take 200 yuan in tokens, please.

Thanks.

Wow, Miss Nie, you're going all in.

That is a serious stack of tokens.

Totally a high roller.

Actually, this is my first time ever

being in an arcade.

Same here.

You're such a gamer,

but this is your first time?

Well,

online gaming and arcades

are two totally different worlds.

Should we check out

how others play first?

We need to learn how to play games?

There's a machine

open over there.

Let's snag it.

Wait, we're starting already?

Give me a second to get the hang of it.

[Go!]

Speed up.

Go on.

Speed up.

Watch out.

Turn right.

Turn right.

Keep it steady.

He bumped me.

Here comes the curve.

Careful.

♪I'm inside my mind♪

♪Lost in how you shine♪

♪You left your light with mine♪

Watch the wall.

My goodness.

♪I can't get over the way that you♪

♪Leave me be♪

♪Don't leave it up to me♪

♪Oh it ain't hard to see♪

♪That you're everything I need♪

♪Baby, I don't wanna forget♪

Hop off.

My turn.

♪You are breaking down my walls♪

I thought you brought me here for ME to have fun.

♪And I'm about to risk it all for you♪

♪I see that perfect silhouette♪

Fine, go ahead.

♪I just wanna give my time♪

♪So don't keep me sitting by♪

Come on, crash into a wall or the railing

so I can take over.

I'm just getting into the groove.

♪You chasing waterfalls♪

♪You chasing rainbows♪

♪Oh you girl, you have it all♪

♪You chasing dreams♪

[Go!]

♪And smelling like violettes♪

♪You chasing things♪

♪But I want your silhouette♪

♪Desire♪

♪Desire♪

♪Desire♪

♪Desire♪

Left.

♪OK just listen to me♪

♪I wanna get what you please♪

Left. Left!

♪Loving you so easily♪

Pass him.

Right.

Right. Left.

Left. Right.

Keep turning.

Left.

♪Feeling the way you feel me♪

♪And you're lovely baby♪

♪I want you to know♪

♪Making me feel some type of way♪

Why did you suddenly stop deceiving me?

When did I ever deceive you?

♪Living while I ain't got you♪

♪Oh baby for sure♪

See?

That's what happens

[Finished, Rank 15th] when you don't listen to me.

♪I cannot go without your warmth, darling♪

Move. My turn.

♪Don't blame me if I'm trying♪

♪Don't blame me if I'm trying♪

♪Baby, I don't wanna forget♪

Can you believe

they're closing up already?

Next stop, Miss Nie.

Let's hurry, or we won't make it to any movie.

What do you feel like watching?

Something high-energy.

I'm starting to fade.

I don't want to nod off.

How about

The Shadow Doctor?

Sure.

Popcorn?

Yes.

Coke?

Yep.

See how sweet her boyfriend is?

Honey, didn't you say you wanted to lose weight?

Oh, so now you're calling me fat?

No, I'm just saying...

What?

I just...

So, you want them or not?

Honestly,

she claims she's on a diet every day,

but

that doesn't mean you stop asking.

It's called "customer satisfaction"

and basic survival instinct.

I knew

you don't even love me that much.

That's not true, honey.

How could I not?

Dude,

you're breaking the bro-code.

Let's go.

That was a low blow,

Mr. Lin.

How so?

That's a little test

from a single man.

Theaters are crowded public spaces.

Smoking and open flames are strictly prohibited.

Flammable or explosive materials

are strictly forbidden.

Please take note of your floor...

Thanks.

and check the evacuation map.

Identify your nearest

emergency exits

and

evacuation routes.

Locate

the nearest fire safety equipment.

In case of a fire,

stay calm.

The theater owes you one

for boosting their business.

Thank you.

Cover your nose and mouth.

Stay low to the ground.

Follow the walls and evacuate quickly and in an orderly manner.

Do not stop

to grab your personal belongings.

Never use the elevators.

- Be fire smart. - Be fire smart.

- Let's stay safe together. - Let's stay safe together.

♪I was walking on a cloudy road♪

♪No direction, no place to go♪

♪Then you appeared and lit my way♪

♪Two-way love, it's a fire so bright♪

♪Two-way love, it's a fire so bright♪

♪You are the sun in my life, my light♪

♪We shine together, we rise, we glow♪

♪Two hearts beating, the world will know♪

Don't let the simple controls fool you.

It's actually way harder than the last game.

It's a real brain burner.

Come on, just do it.

I really can't get past it.

Drive safe

on your way back.

♪Your laugh is music, my heart's new tune♪

♪Under your spell, I'm over the moon♪

♪Your touch ignites a spark so real♪

♪Two-way love, it's the magic I feel♪

♪Two-way love, it's a fire so bright♪

♪You are the sun in my life, my light♪

♪We shine together, we rise, we glow♪

♪Two hearts beating, the world will know♪

♪The world spins fast but we stay still♪

♪In your arms, time bends to my will♪

♪Your love's a mirror, I see me true♪

♪Two-way love, I'm complete with you♪

♪Two hearts beating, the world will know♪

I nodded off.

Let's go.

Was I asleep for long?

Fifty minutes.

Why were you timing it?

So, how'd it end?

Did

the heroine get rescued?

Who took her?

The hero's father.

No way. Why?

He was running

illegal drug trials,

and she stumbled upon it.

Then...

Wow, your boyfriend's a pro

at multitasking.

He nailed

every detail.

She said you were multitasking.

You didn't doze off either, did you?

It's almost 1 AM.

Let's skip the city view tonight

and just get some rest.

We've got a wedding to catch tomorrow.

Fine.

If you're beat,

just head back.

So Shengyi was just talking big.

He said you could pull an all-nighter in surgery

and still be raring to go.

Follow me.

Thanks.

No problem.

Actions speak louder than words.

Lin Yusen,

how old are you?

Nie Xiguang,

you clearly don't know enough

about your boss.

Do you work for me,

or am I reporting to you actually?

You flip between roles way too easily.

I like this position.

I get to boss you around

while I'm still on your payroll.

That's more like slavery.

Come on, spill.

How old are you?

Twenty-eight.

Twenty-eight.

Twenty...

That's impossible.

You

have a PhD, right?

You finished a doctorate

and practiced medicine.

The math just doesn't add up.

I mean, you look young, obviously.

Well, thank you.

I started school early.

So

I got my degree a bit ahead of schedule.

Then

why did Shengyi call you

the legendary machine of your med school?

Nie Xiguang,

do you seriously think it's okay

to ask me that right to my face?

Maybe you should

ask Shengyi yourself,

now that

you've exchanged numbers.

Just how much did he trash-talk me?

It's like he spilled

all my dirty laundry to you.

Relax.

He didn't mention

your dating history

or any of that gossip.

What dating history?

Med school was a grind,

and so was being a surgeon.

I didn't exactly have a window

for dating.

What about your admirers?

With your looks and pedigree,

there must have been a line out the door.

Maybe I just has

impossibly high standards.

Since when

did you get so invested in my personal life?

♪The rain stopped♪

I'm just killing time, okay?

♪The clouds are parting, skies are clear♪

Wait a minute.

Why are you drinking?

Weren't you supposed to

drive back later?

♪We're dancing in the moonlight♪

I'm not.

I don't live far from here.

It's only about a 20-minute walk.

♪In my mind♪

Do you think there'll be

snow all over the roads tomorrow?

I wonder if I'll even be able to get a cab.

I'll pick you up.

♪I'll be there♪

♪For the day when you would come to me♪

Your classmates invited me

to the wedding, too.

What,

you don't want me to go?

♪Stay right here♪

♪Cause' you and I were meant to be♪

Why don't I?

I'll handle the gift.

You just enjoy the feast.

♪Until that day, I'll play the game♪

But

you'd better look even sharper.

♪I'll dream away, it'll be the same, 'till♪

Even sharper?

♪You're near me♪

Aren't you worried

they might get the wrong idea

about us?

So what if they do?

With a date as stunning as me,

you're actually coming out ahead.

♪I'll dream away, it'll be the same, 'till♪

♪You're near me♪

You've really

lost yourself in the fun today.

Get some rest,

unless you want dark circles tomorrow

and fail to look your absolute best.

There's a decent hotel

right in this building.

Super convenient.

Here's fine.

I'll take care of the check-in.

Sure you don't want me to walk you in?

I'm good, Mr. Lin.

See you tomorrow.

Text me

when you're settled in.

Good evening, ma'am.

How can I

help you today?

Hi, I'd like to check in, please.

May I see your ID, please?

Hey, Lin Yusen.

Where are you? Don't leave yet.

Hi.

I forgot my ID card.

But I have this temporary ID

from the police station nearby.

Alright. I'll get that sorted for you.

Great, thank you.

You're dying to laugh, aren't you?

Is it that obvious?

I knew it.

I didn't expect

the day to end with a plot twist.

But hey,

now we're

even "closer"

considering we've visited the police station together.

Keep it down, would you?

Sorry for the wait, ma'am.

Here are your key card and breakfast vouchers.

Breakfast tomorrow

is served until 10:30 AM.

It's in the Chinese restaurant on this floor.

Okay.

Thanks.

Remember to deadbolt the door once you're inside

and don't open it for anyone.

If anything seems off,

call me immediately.

Don't be so paranoid.

How can I not be?

We literally just came back

from the police station.

So,

for the sake of my reputation and my innocence,

stay safe in there,

okay?

Okay.

You're not gonna

rub it in for a whole year, are you?

I doubt it.

Given your "talent" for drama,

you'll probably have a new story

to top this one by tomorrow.

Your clothes.

Oh, right.

I almost forgot.

Thanks.

Alright then,

head on up.

Sleep tight.

Tomorrow,

I'll make sure to look even sharper.

And don't you forget to look stunning.

I...

I'll try my best.

I'm off.

See you tomorrow.

[Mr. Lin] Are you home?

Yeah.

The view from my place

should be the same as yours.

[Xiguang]

Pretty much.

Why are you still up

and drinking?

Didn't have enough earlier?

I'm thinking about the annual plan.

You're so dedicated.

As your boss and subordinate,

I feel ashamed.

I'll do the grinding,

while you just take the win, Miss Nie.

I'm going to sleep now.

Goodnight, Mr. Lin.

Goodnight...

Miss Nie.

He even obsesses over the symmetry of his texts.

Total OCD.

[To Zhuang Xu: I'm sorry. I honestly didn't realize]

[you and Rong had something going on.]

[I'm sorry. I honestly didn't realize you and Rong had something going on.]

[Otherwise I wouldn't have confessed to you.]

[I hope I didn't cause you any trouble.]

Siliang's been

warming up to me.

When I sent her home,

I just asked her point-blank.

She finally

said yes.

Congrats.

You got your wish.

After all this time,

she finally agreed

to be with me.

But I don't feel the rush I expected.

I'm not trying to play the martyr.

I know

she only chose me because she couldn't find

anyone with a better setup

who cares for her more than I do.

But truth be told,

how much feelings do I even have left in the tank?

For the first few months,

I was genuinely obsessed.

I can't let go now

not just because I'm not ready to give up,

but because I haven't found

anyone better than her yet.

What about you?

What did Ye Rong say

when she caught up with you today?

♪Rainy days leave my hair all damp♪

Nothing much.

We just grabbed separate cabs.

♪Sunny days dry the sheets in the light♪

Is this how it goes?

From dating

all the way to marriage.

♪I feel alone in this city♪

Is true love

only for total catches

like you?

♪No conversations, just the quiet air♪

Even so, I'm not giving up.

I'll keep liking you,

until the day you finally return the feeling.

♪The days since you're gone♪

Give me time. I'll win you over.

♪I still haven't learned to move on♪

♪Each quiet night falls around me♪

♪Even with the lights on, they glow dim and pale♪

♪All I can do is call out loud♪

♪To hide the dull ache inside♪

♪I grip regret so tight♪

♪And cast it into the shining firework sky♪

♪Even if love fades too fast♪

♪I'll bless you with the grace I have♪

♪You're gone for good♪

Are you up?

[Mr. Lin]

I'm already at the hotel.

You're up?

I'm all freshened up.

Heading down to meet you now.

Alright. I'm in the lobby.

♪My heartbeat becomes impossible to ignore♪

♪You said you loved summer♪

♪Yet I'm just lost in the way you smile♪

♪You've been on my mind all day♪

What are you doing here so early?

♪I wonder if the feeling lingers for you too♪

It's way too early

for the wedding.

♪Like sepia-toned lines from a classic film♪

The hotel offered

two breakfast vouchers, right?

♪Yet I'm still waiting, on and on♪

Can't let them go to waste, Miss Nie.

♪You've been on my mind all day♪

♪Just a little closer to you♪

I'm here to keep you company for breakfast.

♪Before every goodnight♪

♪I whisper your name again and again♪

How many plates has it been?

This is the first plate

of fruit.

Big breakfast, huh?

Think you'll have any room left

for the wedding lunch?

Gotta fuel up to get through the day.

Don't sell my stomach short.

By the way,

how do weddings usually work

in Shanghai?

Yesterday's was at night,

but this one's at noon?

Nights are more the norm here.

They must be following

their local customs, then.

Wuxi

does weddings at noon too.

Noon's pretty nice, too.

Are you gonna finish

that bread?

Want me to take care of it for you?

What's with that look?

It's not like you're eating it,

and we can't have it go to waste, Mr. Lin.

Nothing.

I was running the numbers on keeping...

The cost...

might need an upgrade.

Can you just

stop being such a workaholic?

It's way too early

for a lecture on costs.

My head is spinning.

It's kind of dry.

Not the best.

Do you prefer

a Western breakfast?

It's just easier.

But I'm not picky.

I can adapt.

Then let's mix it up.

A bit more variety

is probably healthier anyway.

Got it.

Finish your soy milk, and let's get going.

That's plenty for now.

Eating too much isn't good for you.

Okay.

New car?

I don't think I've seen this one before.

A gift from my grandfather.

It's just been sitting in the garage.

But since your standards are so high,

and I can't quite meet them,

I had to try a different approach.

What standards of mine?

You don't remember?

"To look sharper."

You can't look any sharper,

so...

Mr. Lin,

you're such a narcissist.

Anyway,

glad I could entertain you.

Get in.

Actually, you...

What?

You do look sharper.

Then it was worth it,

after trying on so many ties.

Hop in, Miss Nie.

It's my pleasure to be your chauffeur.

Thank you.

[We're Married]

You go on ahead.

I'll find a spot.

I'll come with you.

That's okay.

Just get out here.

Alright then.

Gotta go.

Xigua!

Boss.

What's this supposed to mean?

You trying to outshine me on my wedding day?

And what was your boyfriend driving?

It looked insane.

Boss, it's your wedding.

Chill out.

It's your big day.

I had to pull out all the stops.

Thanks.

Thanks.

I've got this.

Blame Xiang Qun for this.

He said

back around graduation,

when they were drinking in the dorm,

Zhuang Xu got wasted and said

he had no idea

how many years he'd have to grind

just to afford a wedding.

He was sure he'd be the last to get married.

So he promised he'd be there as the groomsman.

As for my side of things,

Rong's been so hands-on this time.

Xigua.

Go easy on her.

Congrats.

Thanks.

Wait, you brought a gift too?

I said

you should just enjoy the feast.

We basically sent them double.

No.

Shouldn't the gift come from me?

But that is way too generous.

Where's my knife?

I need something

to cut through all this mushy lovey-dovey stuff.

His gift

has nothing to do with me.

This one is from me.

Boss,

be happy, okay?

Xigua.

Hold on tight

to your happiness.

Don't be silly.

I will.

Xigua!

Xiguang, hurry up.

Hello.

You sit next to her.

I feel like she's about

to put me under interrogation.

I can

grill your boyfriend too, you know?

Well, let's see what you've got.

Just make something up.

But don't go overboard.

I'm afraid I won't be able to keep up.

What's the angle here?

Like...

Was it you chasing me,

or the other way around?

How long has it been?

We should sync up on the basics.

Do we really need to get that specific?

What are you

whispering about?

You guys see each other every day,

and you still have to murmur

to each other in front of us?

We are not.

Food's here.

Sweet.

At least we won't have to watch this

on an empty stomach.

Boss surely knows the drill.

Is no one sitting next to me?

The food is already being served.

These seats

are for the bridesmaid and groomsman.

There's no room at the head table.

I doubt they'll even have time

to grab a bite anyway.

So it's just the eight of us then.

More food for us.

Typical. Always about the food.

Ladies and gentlemen, please take your seats.

The ceremony is about to begin.

Please join me in a warm round of applause

to welcome

the newlyweds.

College romance is simple yet timeless.

Our bride and groom

both attended the prestigious

Jiangning University.

They met

through mutual friends

and shared

a beautiful journey together.

Now, six months after graduation,

the deep bond they share

has led them to make

a lifelong vow to one another,

and step into

this next great chapter

of their lives

together.

Let's hear it

for their unwavering love.

They must be

overwhelmed with joy,

but there are

four people

even more moved,

their

parents.

And to our proud parents,

would you please stand

and say hello

to everyone?

Xiguang,

relax.

Where did you even

find this giant hunk of fat?

So focused?

Just grabbed whatever.

Gee, thanks.

I'll help myself.

Rong.

Shouldn't you be with the bride?

Boss told me to take a break

and get some food.

Her relatives are taking over for now.

You'd better dig in,

or there'll be nothing left.

I thought you were on a diet.

Piling it high, are you?

Wedding calories don't count.

Your name sounded so familiar

when I heard it yesterday.

And then you mentioned you're from Shengyuan.

It only just clicked

that you're

our chairman's

grandson.

You work at Shengyuan?

I'm the assistant to Mr. Sheng in Marketing.

Xingjie?

So you're working under him.

Xigua,

is your boyfriend's family actually that powerful?

Too bad I never

ran into you at HQ.

I'd only just joined the company

when I heard you

were assigned

to a subsidiary.

So you ended up in Suzhou.

And in the same company as you, Xiguang.

By the way, Xiguang,

why did you decide

to work in Suzhou?

I mean, Suzhou is doing great,

but it still doesn't compare

to Shanghai for opportunities.

Actually, I quite like Suzhou.

The office there

is a joint venture between my family and Shengyuan.

It's just more laid-back.

Sure, Shanghai has plenty of opportunities,

but the ones you mention

aren't really useful to me.

Oh right,

my family knows the Shengs quite well.

Rong, since you're working at Shengyuan,

if you run into any problems,

you can always come to me.

Don't be shy about it.

The bond we shared in college

is truly rare and valuable.

If there's any way I can help,

I definitely will.

Come on, dig in.

They're coming over to toast us.

Xiang Qun looks pretty sharp today.

Was I being too cocky?

What are you laughing at?

It's funny

watching someone

putting on a big show,

while the real heavy hitter next to me

only throws out a soft nudge,

just enough

to keep people in line.

The food here is pretty good.

Really worth the price.

They even serve lobster.

Xiguang,

did you come over

from Suzhou this morning?

No.

It got

too late last night, so I didn't go back.

Wait, did I hear that right?

You didn't go back to Suzhou last night?

Don't tell me you stayed in Shanghai.

So where did you stay?

Mr. Lin must have a house

in Shanghai.

My place

is close to Xiguang's hotel,

so I can swing by and pick her up.

I see.

Hey, you came over too?

Shouldn't you be with Boss,

doing the rounds?

Well,

their relatives can really hold their liquor.

Guess they don't need Zhuang Xu for that.

Besides,

he doesn't seem like

much of a drinker

anyway.

He can drink way more now

than back in college.

Finance sure makes you better at holding your liquor.

Oh right,

he told me yesterday

that he actually switched from Huaya's Loans

to Investment Banking.

Seriously?

Even Huaya's regular departments

are tough to get into,

let alone Investment Banking.

Zhuang Xu, that's incredible.

Yeah,

you only graduated six months ago,

and you're moving up

the ladder already?

Just luck, I guess.

You really kept that under wraps.

A move that big, and you didn't tell us a thing?

Rong,

how come you didn't tell me?

You guys really know how to play it cool.

"Luck" is such an understatement.

You've got the ability and the drive.

Of course you'd make it.

In Investment Banking,

your salary must've doubled already.

I heard the year-end bonus is well into six figures.

At this pace,

in just a few years,

a million‑plus salary wouldn't be surprising.

It's really nothing.

So you and Xigua

are a bit of a workplace thing.

Since you're her boss,

you must have a background

much like the rest of us.

An MBA, I assume?

Actually, no.

I was a med student.

What?

That's quite a jump.

So why aren't you practicing?

Cut it out. You're interrogating him.

Xigua,

you're so protective.

Geez, can't I even ask a question?

I never knew

you were the jealous type.

I just don't get it.

Why go to med school

if you're not going to practice?

What's so strange about that?

Haven't you seen a versatile talent?

She's just not used to

this much shameless bragging.

It's okay.

This fish soup is really good.

Have you tried it?

Not yet.

Thanks.

Go on, have a taste.

Thanks everyone for being here.

Here you are.

- Boss. - Boss.

As we're friends,

I'm not doing the rounds, okay?

Oh, knock it off.

We know you're

a lightweight.

Let's all raise our glasses.

Congrats.

- Alright. - Congrats.

- Congrats. - Congrats.

♪A patch of heavy clouds above♪

♪That winding, twisting road we walk♪

♪Stopping and going countless times♪

♪Love feels less rushed that way♪

♪The rain from yesterday has finally cleared♪

♪And today the sunshine feels so warm and bright♪

♪I used to hide away in the corner♪

♪But now I long to follow close behind you♪

♪How much longer must I keep missing out?♪

♪When it's only you who makes my heart race♪

♪I've rushed through the endless crowd♪

♪I'm holding your hand at this moment♪

♪Clutching tight, with tender arms♪

♪I just want to keep your gentle smile♪

♪I've made it past the endless trials♪

♪I'm gazing into your eyes at this moment♪

♪No turning back or fear of winter's chill♪

♪The sunlight shines like you♪

♪And like me♪

♪Dreams realized, broken and gone♪

♪Nothing more than a dream all along♪

♪Wake up to the bright lights on the streets♪

♪I'm here by your side♪

♪The sky dimmed, deepened and died♪

♪Nothing more than some rain inside♪

♪Open the window to boundless blue skies♪

♪Side by side, just you and I♪

♪Side by side, just you and I♪