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Cynthia,

no worries.

I won't cause you pain again.

It's been five long years.

I thought I'd already put it out of my

mind.

I can't believe you're still following

me everywhere.

>> Hey, Cynthia. Are you feeling better

now? I'm in a real blind and need a huge

favor.

>> What's going on? What's the rush?

>> Marlene's crew is coming tonight. Mr.

Fletcher felt bad that you're sick and

brought me along instead. Me? A slacker

who got in through the back door? What

makes you think I can handle this?

Weren't they supposed to come next week?

When is our sponsor arriving? Who could

possibly stop them?

>> Well, then tell Mr. Fletcher. I'll be

there later this afternoon.

>> Oh, you're definitely the most reliable

one. From now on, you're like a

godmother to me. All right, I'll let you

go now.

You're still fighting while sick. I'm

sorry.

>> I'm all set.

And the Marlin case isn't just important

for you. It's crucial for everyone in

our team. I prepared the documents, so

it's better for me to handle this.

>> Hello.

This is my friend Marlene's manager.

Nathan, I've got something to take care

of, so I'll get going first. You two

chat.

>> Hello, Mr. Croft. I'm Ian. Lance is Ian.

This is my assistant, Cynthia.

>> What's up? Have we met?

Have we met?

No.

Sorry, I thought you were someone else.

>> My face.

>> Am I just average looking?

>> Mr. Croft, if someone like you is

considered ordinary, then someone like

me would just be nobody in the crowd,

wouldn't I?

>> Mr. Croft does have an unforgettable

face. And

you look like someone I've always liked.

>> Twins?

How could we possibly not look alike?

You are indeed the best marketing

company in Bayport. I don't know if you

can attract your viewers, but you've

definitely got the clients eating out of

your hand.

Marlene specializes in high-end dining

and private resort hotels. When setting

up in China, whether you choose Cloud

Crest or Lance as your preferred

partner, both are excellent options.

Our

professionalism has always met

international standards. Clients can

absolutely trust us and we're confident

in providing the best possible service.

>> Miss Dawson,

don't talk big. Do you even know what I

want? How can you be so sure I'll be

satisfied?

>> As long as Mr. Croft specifies the

requirements for Marlin. Lance can

accomplish it.

>> So, how about tonight?

Keep me company.

Mr. Croft, Mr. Fletcher, I think the

wine ordered by Lance for Mr. Croft have

arrived. Let me go check.

mind if I ask?

We had some enmity earlier and haven't

crossed path since. But you can be

assured that the company's interests

come first. I won't let personal

conflicts affect the company.

Okay, say no more. I'll take care of it.

If my personal circumstances compromise

the overall situation, I will step down.

so pleasure your boyfriend.

Did Uncle Dawson stop your allowance? So

you have to rough it in a place like

this.

My brother still doesn't know I'm back.

Would you like to get together? I'll

invite him here

after all these years.

You still haven't given up your wicked

schemes.

Hi there, Nathan.

Why are you calling me at this hour?

Shouldn't you be asleep?

Is something wrong?

Hello,

Nathan.

>> Hey, just killing time and wanted to see

what you're up to.

>> By the way, have you and your girlfriend

set a wedding date yet? Coming up soon.

Are you free today? I have some urgent

matters to attend to, so I need to hang

up now.

Did you catch that? My brother and

Ivonne have already set their wedding

date, and you're still into him. Do you

not fear Ivonne will find out?

Why didn't anyone Anyone tell me elder

brother got into the National University

of Science? He's only in his second year

of high school and he's already off to

Fade, bro.

>> Jake is gone, but elder brother is still

here. I'll be with you.

>> I wish you were the one who left and

Jake were the one who stayed.

>> H that might be a bit difficult. Unless

he's a complete slacker and I'm the

academic superstar.

>> I don't know what there is to be so

proud of.

You're an underachiever, too. But I've

never seen you act all insecure about

it.

>> I'm an average student, and you're

struggling a bit. We're not in the same

boat.

>> If you ask me, you should just find

someone else to admire. An average

student and an academically challenged

person are a perfect match. It's way

less draining. You insist on competing

with top students. And with a freakish

overachiever like Jake at that, aren't

you just bringing trouble upon yourself?

>> I don't mind. I just admire Jake.

You can admire me. I can hang out with

you for another year.

>> If that's the case, I might as well

buckle down and test my way out sooner.

>> See, I am the one giving you motivation,

not Jake.

>> Anyway, I won't admire you.

Hey, where are you?

>> I'm home. Are you okay? Are you by

yourself?

>> No worries. I'm all good.

>> Let's grab a meal tomorrow. There's

something I'd like to discuss with you

in person. Get some good rest today. If

you need anything, call me anytime.

>> Okay.

offending Nathan and messing up

Marlene's order. This Bayport where I've

spent five whole years. I have to leave

again.

Misa Fletcher,

if you've got something to say, just say

it. No need to be so awkward about it.

Are you interested in Marlene?

>> I'm not interested in Marlene itself,

but since it's Lance's client, I have to

take an interest for work reasons.

>> Today, Derek contacted me and said,

"Marlene is keen on Lance and wants to

bring him on board,

but there's one condition."

>> What condition?

They asked you to take charge through

the entire process.

>> I'm thinking about how to say no.

>> Why say no?

>> Mr. Fletcher is concerned that my

working relationship with Nathan might

affect the collaboration between us.

>> I know. I don't think you actually want

to see him.

As long as I don't lock myself indoors,

I'll run into people I dislike wherever

I go, especially at work.

Even if he were the king of hell, I'd

have to put on a smile for him. And

especially when he's the god of wealth.

Say yes to them. I only care about

money, not person.

Thank you for the dinner, Mr. Fletcher.

See you at the office tomorrow.

>> Get some rest and sleep well.

Aren't you supposed to provide 24/7

service for your clients?

The ink on the contract is barely dry,

and you're already turning your back on

me.

Didn't your boss tell you Marlene has

already signed a deal with Lance?

>> Mr. Croft, any other instructions for

me?

>> Hop in the car.

So, where are we headed?

If I had any intentions, I wouldn't have

brought you to the pedestrian bridge.

I just helped you get rid of a scumbag.

And instead of thanking me, you give me

a dirty look. Just like when we were

kids. Still such an ungrateful person.

>> Who are you calling a playboy?

>> It seems fun. Still matters to you.

So, you're not defending yourself, but

standing up for him instead.

>> What's up this time? What did Ian do to

you?

>> He clearly likes you, yet he sold you to

me.

Are you actually that stupid? Or are you

just faking it?

>> Have you no shame? I don't belong to you

and I don't belong to him either.

Signing a contract got you this full of

yourself. Who the hell do you think you

are?

>> I'm party A.

Fun is the one who signed the contract

with me and you will be fully

responsible for this entire project for

at least 3 years.

>> He told me.

I nodded.

>> How much do you like him?

>> Don't concern yourself with who I like.

Let me make this perfectly clear. I'd

rather like anyone in this world than

ever like you,

Cynthia. All these years

Have you ever remembered me?

>> There is.

>> You still can't bring yourself to

forgive me.

I felt

I hate you.

It's because of everything you put me

through.

But now I realized it was because of all

those things you did to me. Made me lost

Jake forever.

Until now.

Whenever I think of him,

it makes me feel like I'm committing a

crime and it's disgusting.

>> Push.

Why?

Huh?

Why should anyone deny me the simple

right of quietly holding someone in my

thoughts? How dare you have the audacity

to appear before me with a face

identical to his?

>> I tell you to shut up.

>> Seeing you reminds me of him.

But you're not him, though. You asked me

if I ever thought about you all these

years.

>> Yeah, I have. Every time I think of

Jake, you come to mind.

What can we do then?

What can we do? We're twins after all.

Why can't you tell me apart from him

and throw yourself into my arms?

My brother is rarely home on weekends,

so why aren't you here yet?

Elder

brother

Cynthia. This is Ivonne.

She is my brother's girlfriend.

Nathan,

how could you pull something like this?

>> What's wrong with me?

Jake already has a girlfriend.

Why are you doing this to me?

Why Why

Cynthia? Do you know who I am?

Nathan,

>> stop having a crush on Jake anymore.

Like me, please.

>> Nathan

Cynthia, do you know who I am?

>> Nathan.

>> Cynthia, I'll be very careful.

Ever since we were little, you've always

been able to tell me and Jake apart.

Even when I'm disguised as him, my own

parents wouldn't be able to tell it's

me. Yet, you recognized me in just 3

seconds.

Well,

that night you realized I wasn't Jake.

Is that right?

We have just one goal for today's

meeting because you've all been doing

such great work. By yesterday, our

company had already topped last year's

performance.

Besides the good news, let's

congratulate Mr. Fletcher for

successfully signing with Marlin US.

Congratulations, Mr. Fletcher.

>> I haven't heard any rumors. How did they

manage to sign the contract just like

that? Something's definitely off.

>> Mr. Shaw asked me to tell everyone thank

you for your hard work. The company has

booked the Suburban Hotring Hotel. We'll

get off work half a day early this

Friday and take a chartered bus over

there to enjoy some leisure time.

Everyone kick back and have fun.

>> This place is actually really beautiful.

>> We must have come to the wrong venue.

Hugh clearly told everyone it was just a

casual weekend relaxation, but these

manipulative girls dressed up just to

see Mr. Croft.

>> Let's go.

Today, after running into Nathan, I

finally get how Ian managed to charm

Marlene.

A few days ago, I saw Cynthia getting

into his car. Oh,

where did you see him? Are you sure you

didn't mistake him for someone else?

>> I live in the same neighborhood as

Cynthia. How could I possibly get her

wrong?

Check the room number. Look

right here.

>> Let's go. Hurry up.

Cynthia, I'm just popping out for a bit.

Okay.

Oops.

There's no need to rush, right?

What are you doing here?

>> Hey,

who did you think it was?

What about Close your eyes and pretend

I'm Jake.

elder brother.

Find someone else you truly like.

I don't like you.

for this proposal. Just go ahead with

it. You two hold on a sec and submit it.

Hey everyone, take a look at your

phones.

No wonder their team managed to secure

Marlene so discreetly.

>> I knew it. When something seems fishy,

there must be a catch. So, this is where

you were heading with this.

>> Mr. Fletcher, isn't he pursuing Cynthia?

Why would he let Cynthia go and

accompany Nathan? Love forsaken. Power

Unchained. Mr. Fletcher is burning all

bridge. He wants the empire, not the

fair maiden.

What exactly is your relationship with

Nathan?

Really?

How do you know? Nathan

what's going on? Tell me right now. It's

obvious someone is deliberately

targeting you. Is there something you

find hard to talk about?

Is someone pushing you from behind?

>> I don't have that kind of relationship

with him.

>> Of course I do. Nathan came into your

room. Did they give you a hard time?

>> Elder brother.

Go like someone else.

I don't like you.

Do you truly believe you are of such

beauty that could captivate a nation? Do

you still think I can't find a wife?

I was the one who screwed up back then.

I'm sorry. I wanted to marry you, but

you weren't up for it. A person ran all

the way from Nightfall City to

Blocktown.

I'm not getting in touch with my friends

and I'm not going back to Cloud Crest

either. Our whole family is embarrassed

because of what your family did. My

grandpa has made it clear. He won't be

at peace until you find a get married,

have kids, and make a good life.

Otherwise, my parents won't let me get a

girlfriend.

If you don't settle down in 5 years,

I'll wait 5 years for you. If you never

choose to marry in your whole life, I

can't spend my whole life waiting for

you.

I've come back to my home country for

just one thing. I'll make sure to pay

back every last penny I owe you.

Additionally,

whether you like me or not, it makes no

difference to me. I still need to make

money after all.

Marlin, during your collaboration with

Lance, whether it's business or personal

matters, simply let me know and I'll

take care of it for you.

When do you think this matter can be

completely resolved? Go back to

Cloudrest and let both families know.

I don't want to be the scapegoat for the

whole family.

>> I was just about to reach out to you and

you called. Guess you already figured it

out. Just hood. I'll be there in about

half an hour at Lancers's. If your

colleagues talk behind your back and

make irresponsible remarks, just give

them a good slap in the face. If your

boss gives you a hard time, don't worry.

Wait for me to come over.

>> Me? What do you mean?

>> Was it you who did this?

>> You came all this way just to ask me

that. So, you're saying we didn't hook

up at the Hotring Hotel, but we actually

did 5 years ago.

>> Nathan, aren't you trying to atone for

your sins?

>> All right, I promise. Regardless of

whether you did this or not, come here

immediately and fix this

myself.

Understand?

I understand. You've been doing things

without my knowledge. Starting from

>> Mr. Croft, why not come to my office for

a chat?

I've seen the video. If you want to know

exactly what I did or said after I went

in,

I have nothing further to say.

After all, we're not that familiar with

each other. I'd feel awkward saying it,

and you'd probably feel awkward hearing

this.

Although, it's said that adults often

have some indecent thoughts in their

minds. It's only human nature. Besides,

it's just a man and a woman alone

together. But from the time I started

until I finished watching the video, it

was a total of 28 minutes and a few

seconds. You still have to account for

undressing, getting dressed, making

small talk, flirting, foreplay, smoking,

and showering.

How is that any different from

questioning my less than 3 minute

performance?

How is this any different from doubting

that I can last 3 minutes?

>> Nathan, you are such a scoundrel,

>> Mr. Young. Ah, Mr. Croft.

Our company's service philosophy is to

give customers a one-of-a-kind

experience.

So, this is what it feels like. So, I'm

paying money just to have your whole

company laugh at me for being useless.

Is that it?

>> Oh, no, Mr. Croft. That's a

misunderstanding. I would never. This

was all so sudden. I originally wanted

to investigate thoroughly and give you a

satisfactory answer. I never expected

that Miss Dawson would act so hastily.

Then the blame is on Cynthia. Ms. Dawson

is the victim here. How can you blame

her? Don't you agree,

>> Mr. Croft? I hope this is all just a

misunderstanding because this affects

the reputation of both you and the women

at the company. We all want to clear up

this misunderstanding as soon as

possible. We can't let the collaboration

be derailed from the very beginning

because of some intentionally created

misunderstandings.

I've heard that Mr. Fletcher really

takes good care of his subordinates. If

I had malicious designs toward your

female employees, would Mr. Fletcher

turn a blind eye or would he decisively

cut me off?

>> Elder brother

Enough already.

After watching the video, do you all

think I'm hooking up with Cynthia?

Is that why I gave the contract to Mr.

Fletcher?

>> No way.

This is my sister. We grew up together.

She's afraid people will say she got the

job because of me. So, she doesn't want

me saying hello to her when we're out.

>> You see, it was just a big

misunderstanding to us get it cleared up

and we're good.

>> Mr. Young, do you really think this

matter should just end here?

>> Mr. Croft, you can rest assured that I

will immediately investigate the entire

matter and we'll provide you with a

satisfactory resolution.

>> I don't care about my reputation as a

man, but now someone's targeting my

sister.

I'm giving you 3 days. If you can't

figure it out, I'll call the police and

I'll even terminate the contract.

Mr. Croft, don't worry about it.

Attention all personnel. Employees are

required to either confess their own

misconduct or report that of others. The

company will handle such matters

internally within 3 days. Beyond this

period, the case will be transferred to

law enforcement for criminal

investigation. Everyone, you should

really think twice about your actions.

>> Who made this video? This is like

stirring up a hornet's nest for Mr.

Young.

>> Using such underhanded methods to ruin

someone, how despicable can you get?

>> I never expected Ms. Dawson's brother to

be the person in charge of Marleene.

Mr. Fletcher, just tell me what you're

thinking.

>> I know this might not be the best time

to bring this up,

but I still want to ask, will you be my

girlfriend?

I know I'm not your type, but I still

want to take this chance for myself.

>> Mr. Fletcher, are you worried that

people might say there's something going

on between me and Mr. Croft? So, you're

trying to take the blame for me?

>> I'm not a saint. Whether Nathan exists

or not, I like you.

>> Thank you, Mr. Fletcher, for helping me

out. But I still have to be honest.

I like someone.

>> All right, let's just fake date them.

We'll squash this whole thing first so

they'll stop all the gossip.

>> Mr. Fletcher. What a coincidence.

>> Mr. Shaw.

>> Taking my girlfriend out to eat.

>> He is my colleague. Allow me to

introduce Chairman Lance.

>> Oh, good day, Mr. Shaw.

>> You're also Lance's colleague.

>> Yes, I work for Mr. Fletcher.

>> We're going to have dinner. Want to

join?

>> No worries. I won't disturb Mr. Shaw and

Mr. Croft. Further,

>> there's no outsider here. Why are you

acting like we don't know each other?

>> Do you know each other?

>> My sister.

>> You're Cynthia.

>> I heard about that issue at the company.

I asked Hugh last night and he said

nobody's owned up to it yet.

But don't you worry. I'll definitely

make sure to give you Mr. Fletcher and

my old classmate. A solid resolution.

Ah,

>> I have known Sha Lance since we studied

at the same university in China and

later we were in the same class abroad.

We have known each other for many years.

This collaboration between Marlene and

Lance was really meant to be a

partnership between me and Shorelance.

It has nothing to do with you. So, don't

worry. I won't let you take the fall.

>> Is it none of my business? Is it

acceptable that someone barged into my

room and forcefully kissed me? Is it

acceptable that he kept bringing up the

past? Is it acceptable that he

deliberately led me to believe he came

back for me?

This matter can be handled by you and

Mr. Shaw. I'm fine with either way.

Your sister's temper and personality are

way better than your didn't even get mad

about that. And she's totally cool with

whatever. Where can you find such an

outstanding employee? She definitely

deserves a promotion and a raise.

>> Okay.

Hey there. What kind of job are you

after?

>> If you don't settle down in 5 years,

I'll wait 5 years for you. If you never

settle down in your whole life, I don't

have forever to wait for you.

I came back to China for just one

reason. I'll pay back every single thing

I owe you.

Whether you like who I am or not, it

makes no difference to me. I still have

to go out and make a living.

>> So, he's really trying to win me over

with money and perks.

I've known elder brother four years. I

owed him a bunch of favors when we were

kids and I never got the chance to pay

him back. All right, I suppose we're

square now.

Mr. Shaw, there's no need to consider a

promotion or a raise for me. I've always

been very happy working with Mr.

Fletcher. As long as Mr. Fletcher is

doing well, I'm perfectly fine.

Got it. No worries.

Mr. Fletcher's promotion is in the bag.

Once this is wrapped up, the next thing

up is Mr. Fletcher's promotion.

>> Mr. Shaw, you've misunderstood.

>> You haven't mistaken my meaning. That is

precisely what I intended. Whether it's

Mr. Shaw or elder brother, someone of

your standing really wouldn't bother

with such idle talk.

But Mr. Fletcher, you're different.

You've relied on your own efforts,

working your way up step by step through

7 years of solid, down to earth work to

get where you are today.

I think whether we get Mollen's deal or

not, your promotion is pretty much

expected. No need to worry about those

baseless rumors.

In the end, you're the one left taking

the blame for someone else,

>> Mr. Fletcher. No need to be so modest.

Although I'm not at the company, I still

have a pretty good idea of how each

department head is performing. I trust

my sister's eye for talent, and I

believe in your capabilities. Let me

offer my early congratulations on your

promotion.

Oh, I've scheduled a detailed talk with

clients. Mr. Shaw, Mr. Fletcher, and Mr.

Croft. I'd better get going now.

Sit. Oh, I've got to get this call.

Hello there.

I have matters to attend to as well. Mr.

Croft, Mr. Shaw, please take your time

with the meal.

>> Don't ruin everything.

No wonder you click so well with Glenn.

So, how's the whole secret crush thing

going pretty fun, huh?

>> Don't talk to me.

>> You'd better watch your tone. Your

precious little sister is still under my

control.

>> However, she is indeed very beautiful.

No wonder you're so obsessed with her.

>> Get lost.

Chen, you

I'd advise you to watch how you talk to

me.

You're the one who dragged me into this.

You spent tens of millions just to woo

someone, didn't you? Now that there's

trouble, you're afraid they'll turn on

you. So, you bring the chairman out to

diffuse the situation. I've never seen

any other chairman as approachable as I

am.

>> Why did you promote Ian? I'm not

spending money to smooth the path for

him.

>> The pretty girl is about to promote me.

How dare you go against her?

>> Lighting up a cigarette. Lighting one

up.

Delar took a leave today. Why haven't we

seen her? Not sure. Maybe she went out

with Supervisor Wood to meet a client.

Supervisor Wood isn't in today either.

The two of them will never appear at

Lance again. Nancy and Dela have been

sued for intentionally spreading rumors

about colleagues and clients of the

company. The company has decided to

proceed with termination and the damage

caused by the two individuals to the

company's image and reputation pursue

all legal liabilities.

Recently, I've heard some rumors again

saying that Marlene and Mr. Croft were

spotted having dinner and going shopping

with our company's Mr. Shaw. Some

colleagues saw them together.

I'm not sure what their current

relationship is, but as far as I know,

they were college classmates and have

always been on good terms, so I hope

everyone will be careful what they say

and not jump to conclusions based on

hearsay. Someone just finished spreading

rumors about a female colleague and Mr.

Croft, and now they're starting new

gossip. Mr. Shaw isn't an ordinary

employee. If she gets upset, she has

plenty of ways to make those gossipers

regret it. Got it.

>> So, the one who prompted Nathan to

secure Lance's investment was actually

Mr. Shaw. Yeah, it seems we really

misjudged Cynthia this time. I told you

Director Fletcher has strong principles.

He likes Tony. There's no way he'd push

her into someone else's bed.

>> Oh, and by the way, I've also got some

good news to share. Ian has been

promoted to effective today. Chief

operating officer of the company.

Oh, I'm treating tonight. Everyone, do

me the honor. Won't leave until we're

drunk.

>> Upstairs.

>> Congratulations, Mr. Pleased. We should

get going.

>> Feeling happy.

>> What brings you here?

>> What would you like me to do for you?

I'm beat today. Whatever it is, we'll

talk tomorrow.

Ian got a promotion. You must have been

working hard.

My boss got promoted. So, our entire

team is moving up with him. When a man

attains the Dao, even his pets ascend to

heaven. What's up, all in all? I still

have to thank elder brother.

>> Are you strapped for cash?

You must be doing well financially.

Ian, did he save your life?

You're using yourself as a stepping

stone just to guarantee his unstoppable

climb.

>> You've got it all wrong. It's all

because of the trouble you caused.

>> What trouble have I gotten into?

>> Just me.

How much have you had to drink?

>> It's not for you to intervene.

This is the entrance to my home. Could

you please not stand here so carelessly?

If I am unfit to stand, then who is

Nathan, don't think I won't tell Shaw

Lance.

>> What the does this have to do with

Shawance?

>> Don't think I'm scared of you. If it

comes down to it, we'll burn this whole

thing to the ground. Neither of us is

getting out of this alive.

>> Shorance has no authority over our

affairs. Why are you telling her?

>> Aren't you ashamed of yourself?

I just want you.

>> What the hell do you want?

>> You know,

>> I don't like you.

You're not my type.

>> So, who do you like?

>> I would rather like Ian than ever like

you.

I'm asking you. Please keep your

distance.

I don't like Jake anymore. What's it to

you?

I'll just find someone so I won't get in

the way of you finding a girlfriend.

Could you just leave me alone?

Starting today.

From that moment on, we went our

separate paths and ceased all

communication between us.

I'd rather die.

I'd rather die than have you meddling in

my business. Just stop bothering me from

now on, will you?

Isn't it just that you don't like me? Do

you really have to make such a big deal

out of it?

All right,

fine. I'll just go and like someone else

then. You take care of yourself. I miss

you because I know you love me.

Mr. Croft, you asked me to come in first

thing this morning. What's up?

>> Are you happy?

>> Happy about what?

>> Even Cynthia knows what's going on. And

you're the one involved playing dumb. I

can pass on the promotion.

I admit

I really want to work with Marlene and

also want to get promoted.

But if my promotion came at the expense

of someone else having to endure

hardship. No thanks.

>> So you've been stringing Cynthia along

like this the whole time?

>> People can be greedy, but they also feel

regret.

I will let you go if you promise me that

you'll never look for Tony again. I can

request a demotion and revert to my

former role.

Are you trying to bargain with me?

You've got the promotion and you've

already had the celebration toast.

You've already taken on the role of

someone who's had the imperial yellow

robe placed on them. What else are you

trying to pull?

Give yourself another halo of

sacrificial love so that Tony will feel

sympathy for you.

I still have feelings for you. You know

Let me show you the right path.

If you don't want to see me sneaking

around with Cynthia every day, being

secretive and physical, then just quit

your job. What the eye doesn't see, the

heart doesn't grieve over. The thing is,

can you actually do it? Cynthia has no

feelings for you.

She already likes someone else. You're

just using her brother's name to do all

these things. Aren't you ashamed?

>> Who cares about looks? It doesn't matter

who she likes either. The main thing is

that I'm happy.

>> Are you out of your mind? You can't even

meet her needs and all you do is keep

her anxious and worried all day long.

So, do you like her or are you just

teasing her?

After pretending to be virtuous for so

long, do you even believe the act

yourself now?

Well, when you get right down to it,

there's no real difference between you

and me.

I asked you to come today not to give

you a lesson on how to be a good person.

Instead, it's to make you realize who

you are. You don't deserve Cynthia.

But you're a decent boss.

Cynthia has been working with you, and

you've always treated her well. That's

why I'm willing to help you get a

promotion. As long as you stay in line

from now on, your career at Lance will

only get better and better.

I'm not setting terms with you.

If you dare to have even the slightest

dirty thought about Cynthia,

I'm not making you start your career

over from scratch after 7 years. I am

getting you a fresh start so you can be

born again.

That will do.

If only we could go back,

that would be wonderful.

You don't even have the patience to coax

a fish to bite. No wonder you don't know

how to comfort a woman.

A person who just got divorced 3 months

ago. Are they to lecture others about

relationships?

>> At least I actually got married.

>> After all, we did have a connection

once, even if it was just a lawb

breakaker.

>> Glenn. Oh, all right. All right.

You just got back not long ago. How did

you have a falling out with your sister

again? After all these years, you still

can't keep even the littlest things to

yourself. If you like something tonight,

you can't wait to tell her first thing

tomorrow.

Can't I even say I like something? You

like her, but don't tell her? How would

she know you like her?

When she was making her choice, how did

you get placed in the basket?

I kept it to myself for more than a year

before I finally told her.

>> Oh, and then what?

So after all these years, Cynthia still

doesn't like me.

Go ahead and say whatever you want. I

can't be bothered arguing with a lawb

breakaker like you.

>> What a load of nonsense.

>> I didn't touch her.

>> You didn't touch her? Let me see.

Oh, it must have been a stray cat that

got you with its claws.

I just gave her a quick kiss and she

threatened to kill herself over it. A

second.

Who are you trying to kid? You're just

like a starving stray dog loitering by

the roadside, following someone around

all day, drooling greedily, biting your

time to make a move. That kind of

behavior would scare even the Animal

Protection Association, not to mention

someone you already bit 5 years ago.

Why on earth isn't this working?

She now does not want to see me.

What should I do? Simple. Beg me,

please.

I poured out the fish for you.

Do you always talk to your sister this

way?

Your sister has a thing for Jake.

There's a perfect example right in front

of you. Just follow it. You don't even

know how to do it.

>> You want me to emulate Jake?

Then she can just like him directly.

>> What would she need me for?

>> Do you really think you can become your

brother? Stop flattering yourself. If

you can imitate even 30% of him, that

would be an achievement. Think about it.

Hey, look, Nathan.

It's been over 10 days since I last saw

Cynthia. Is she really with Shaw Lance

now? Someone saw Mr. Shaw and Mr. Croft

having breakfast together in Cave.

Is that so?

Hey, Mr. Croft's neck looks like it's

hurt.

Talk less, work more.

Looks like Mr. Shaw and Mr. Croft are

really confirmed this time.

Some say the marks on Mr. Croft's neck

were from a cat scratch. And people who

own cats say a cat couldn't possibly

scratch like that. They say someone

scratched it. If it really was a person,

who on earth would dare to scratch Mr.

Croft like that?

>> How should I know?

>> You're his sister. Why don't you just

ask him?

>> From now on, you can think of him as

your close brother. Why don't you go ask

him yourself? All right.

>> I wouldn't dare. A little handsome is

nice, but drop deadad gorgeous is

dangerous. Someone like Mr. Croft, I

wouldn't dare overstep.

Hey there.

>> Pardon me. May I ask who you are?

>> I'm Sha Lance. Hope I'm not disturbing

you.

>> Mrs. Shaw.

>> Oh, I see. Is there anything I can

assist you with? This Saturday is my

birthday and I'd like to invite you to

my party. I was going to have Nathan or

Hugh tell you, but I thought it would be

better if I invited you myself. Want to

come?

>> All right, then. Send me the time and

place. I'll make sure to be there on

time.

Oh, sorry. My bad.

>> Never mind.

>> Are you also here for Charlans's

birthday party?

The template is all set for you to work

with, and you still can't manage it. Who

can you blame but yourself? So, which

group of her friends are you with?

>> Oh, I'm part of Lance's team.

>> No wonder I haven't seen you around.

Hello, my name is Ray.

When did you arrive?

A moment ago.

How'd you come all this way?

>> I took a taxi here.

>> It's hard to get a taxi here. You can

catch a ride with me on the way back.

I'm meeting up with Shorelance tonight.

>> Has he lost his mind? Why is he suddenly

talking like Jake?

>> Do you know each other? My younger

cousin back home. Oh,

>> do you know Cynthia?

>> Not really, but I'd advise you to stay

away from her.

So, you do know about it? Come on, tell

me. What's the background?

I can only tell you that she grew up in

the military compound.

What a coincidence.

>> I also grew up in a military compound as

a kid.

>> We're truly from similar backgrounds.

I'm really trying to talk sense into

someone who's got a death wish. Are you

that hard up for a girlfriend?

>> You just don't get it, do you? I just

fell in love at first sight.

Don't make me yell at you on such a

happy day. She belongs to Nathan.

All right, everyone. Let me introduce

you to this very, very, very important

friend of mine, Nathan

>> Sha Lance. What's not to like about a

woman like that? Rich, interesting, the

whole package. Thank you all for taking

time out of your busy schedules to come

to my birthday party. When you came in

just now, everyone got a lottery ticket,

right? All right, everyone. Now, please

open your lottery tickets and check the

numbers on the back. Later, we'll have a

fun little segment. I'll be doing a

prize draw. And if your number is

called, come on up to the stage to

perform.

Choose me.

>> First up, contestant number 22.

>> Second player number seven.

No way. That's just my look.

>> Who is number seven? Listen up everyone.

Don't even think about trying to cheat.

I've got all your contact numbers

registered here. Who is it? I can tell

with just one look.

>> Oh, it's me.

>> I've just forgotten.

Come on, sis. Let's hit the stage.

What have I done to deserve this? Why

did I agree to come to this birthday

party? I'm not even close to Shaw Lance.

>> Come on, you two. Let's see those little

notes you've got.

>> Which version are we following?

>> Just do whichever works for you.

I can't do this. What have you got

there?

>> Oh, I completely lost it back there.

>> No worries. We can just grab another

one.

>> Let's get up close with a hot dance.

>> How am I supposed to become intimate

with her?

In that case, we'll cut you some slack.

Just show us a cool dance.

>> No worries. If you don't feel like

dancing, that's fine. I'll have a drink

on your behalf.

>> Mr. Croft, if you don't want to dance,

I'll take over. Mate, see dance king.

>> If none of you dance, will Mr. Croft

have to drink twice as much?

>> You got it.

I can jump.

It's okay. It's just a game. Don't take

it too seriously.

>> Today is Mr. Shaw's birthday. We don't

want to ruin it for him. I don't want to

embarrass you either. Come on.

Put on a random song for them.

You never told me they were a dance duo.

>> They move with such professional grace.

>> Their mothers are the two top dancers of

the military dance troop. How could

their kids not be professional? Huh?

>> I know everything about Nathan, but I

never imagined that guy could actually

dance.

Oh. Oh. Oh.

Try it. The best cake in all port.

>> Thank you.

>> Why are you here by yourself? Anything

else?

Nothing. Just coming to check on you.

Bored.

I'm sorry about that night.

No need to apologize.

I really hope you keep your word.

>> What is this?

>> Love fate talisman. I especially went to

that super effective matchmaker temple

in Mingjo to get this for you.

Hope it helps you find exactly who

you're looking for.

I'll definitely keep my promise to you.

We're still the same. I'm still your

elder brother. If you need anything,

just give me a call.

marriage fate.

Maybe I used to ask for it.

No,

I have long ceased to dare to fantasize.

It's just past 11 and everyone is in

high spirits. If I leave now, it might

spoil the mood.

>> Younger sister.

Mr. Shaw, it's quite far. Let me get the

driver to take you. We'll be wrapping up

here shortly as well.

Leo.

No need. Let her ride with me.

>> Okay, then take your sister back. Watch

your step on the way.

>> Leaves, take her, too.

kneeling before Buddha with Shawance,

praying for everlasting love. He even

picked up a love charm for me while we

were there. That's absolutely

disgusting.

The way you're driving is making me feel

sick. I think I'll take a taxi.

>> Then let's take Shaw Lance's car.

>> No need for the trouble. I'll take a

taxi.

>> Though it's pretty tough to catch one

around here. Or you could pick whose car

you want to ride in and I'll talk to the

owner so they can drop you off first.

Sound good?

>> What's wrong with me?

>> You don't have to treat me this way. And

I don't need you to make it up to me

like this.

>> So, what do you want to do? Let me know

and I'll follow your lead.

>> The car is here. I got to go first. In

the

air,

gasping. I I can't

Look,

what a loser.

He said he wouldn't come when I asked

him earlier, and now he's kneeling there

and refusing to get up.

The talismans are divided into two

complimentary halves. One bears the

groom's name while the other bears the

bride's name.

>> Isn't this exactly the same? How do you

distinguish yin from yang?

>> Marriage fate transcends gender.

>> Boss, that's really smart of you.

With so many people sharing the same

name in this world, won't the matchmaker

mix up the red threads by mistake?

Could you please not put me with

difficult people on the same trip next

time?

>> Many people share the same name, but how

many people truly matter to you?

>> You're absolutely right.

If someone is truly meant for you, even

the matchmaking deity wouldn't mess up

your fate.

>> You've got some real luck. Must be

Buddha's favor shining on you.

>> Give her the talisman with your sister's

name on it and tell her it's a love

charm you had made for her. Then hang

the one with your and Shaw Lance's names

on the car keys and make sure she sees

it.

You're such a tease.

>> I just confessed my feelings for her and

then she's hanging a couple's charm with

someone else. Even the prison can't dig

up such a pathetic piece of scum.

>> Now, not only do you have to imitate

Jake's elegance and know how to handle

himself, but you also have to listen to

your sister.

She told you to like someone else and

you just followed her advice. How could

anyone put the blame on you?

>> If she's giving you a hard time just

because you're seeing someone, that

shows she actually cares about you.

>> Yeah. Gone.

Don't even mention an hour. If you lock

me and Cynthia in a dark room and I

can't even get her to stay for half a

minute, then I'm really not much good at

this.

I think I'll see you again.

Rational resistance yet perceptual

appeal.

I've updated a few more sentences.

You should get going

when it's time to sign the contract with

Marlin. Ah, you've really got to be

extra careful. Good work, everyone. Mr.

Croft is treating everyone to some food.

Take a break.

It's actually your favorite chocolate.

Your brother is so good to you.

Oh my god. Am I dreaming? Lady Rose, the

Hermes of the dessert world. These top

tier cakes are so limited in quantity

and availability each day that you could

wait in line for a year and still might

not get a taste. And they've actually

become part of our afternoon tea.

>> Try it. The best cake in all of Cloud

Crest.

>> It doesn't taste good at all.

This tastes awful.

Cynthia, could you come to my office?

>> Yeah, I got called away.

Come on over.

It's the middle of the day. What? You

think I'd try anything with you right

here in the office?

It turns out they're all snacks from

Cloudrest, the ones I loved eating when

I was a kid.

>> I've tried all the restaurants around

here these past few months. You won't

find a single genuinely authentic Cloud

Crest restaurant in Gildenberg. I

especially had someone go back to Cloud

Crest to pack up your favorite steamed

pot chicken. Each bag is vacuum sealed.

Just heat it in a pot for 20 minutes

once you're home. Also, I brought some

specialty mushrooms from Cloudr Crest.

Make sure to cook them thoroughly before

eating.

>> Why did you bring me all this stuff?

>> You're my sister. I brought you some

food. Since when do I need a special

reason?

>> Thank you, elder brother.

>> Can you manage to carry it?

>> I am able to lift it. He's so restrained

and calm, just like Jake.

Jake was calm because he didn't like me.

So, Nathan, don't you like me anymore

either?

>> I've got other things to do, so I won't

walk you out.

It's such a waste to throw away food. I

may not like Nathan, but the food didn't

do anything wrong.

A quiet summer night with a sky full of

twinkling stars.

This is really good,

but it feels like it's missing some

savory flavor.

The cicas have fallen asleep

peacefully

deep inside my heart.

A tranquil summer.

The cicas have dozed off, too.

Hello. Is this the emergency services?

I think I have mushroom poisoning.

Please send help quickly. Eastern Sea

Mirage building 13.

>> I'm on my way. Are you able to move? If

so, go ahead and open the door.

>> I can.

>> Don't worry. I'm coming right now. Are

you safe there?

>> Snakes. So many snakes.

And so many spider webs. Oh, and there

are children dancing on the spider webs.

Don't worry. You're going to be okay.

I'm getting you to the hospital right

now.

Thank you, elder brother.

You're awake. How are you feeling?

You're awake. How are you feeling?

>> Am I tripping from bad mushrooms?

>> Yes. Luckily, your brother acted quickly

and professionally, getting you here in

time, and even thinking to bring the

soup with him. You've been poised by a

specific type of wild mushroom called

Gian Shoqing.

>> It wasn't because of the Gianshuking

mushroom. I didn't cook it thoroughly

enough.

>> Is it really that delicious? You'd risk

food poisoning just for a taste.

>> I still have some left at home. I'll

bring it over for you next time.

>> Thank you. But people here don't really

like mushrooms. How are you feeling?

>> That's all right. Dizziness and blurred

vision are perfectly normal. You'll be

fine after a few days of rest.

>> Your brother said you were already

poisoned once when you were a kid. You

can't just brush this off. Luckily, you

got treated in time this time. Your

brother was really scared. Does she need

to stay in the hospital?

>> It's her call. If she needs to be

hospitalized, I'll fill out a hospital

admission slip for her.

>> No need.

>> You don't need to be hospitalized, but

you must rest properly when you go back.

Avoid overexertion. Have someone to take

care of you. And be careful not to have

an accident if you feel dizzy.

>> Okay, I understand. Thank you, doctor.

What are you doing here?

>> You're the one who gave me a call.

>> Oh, thanks for the ride.

If you've got something to do, just go

ahead and do it.

I'll be okay once this drip is done. I

can get home by myself.

It's past 1:00 in the morning. What

could I possibly be doing? There's no

point in you staying here since you've

gone through the trouble of bringing me.

You should head back and get some rest

early.

>> Then who do you think is here?

>> There is a doctor on duty.

>> Who did you want to call at that time?

>> What?

When you got mushroom poisoning, who was

the first person you thought of calling?

Now I remember.

I remember someone called the emergency

number 120 at the time.

>> Still want Jake to give you a piggy back

again, huh?

Have you ever thought about whether

you're playing the victim act makes any

sense? Jake is in Nightfall City. Do you

really think he'll come rescue you? Is

he some kind of saint who can bend fate?

You think the king of hell would just

back off if he told him to spare you?

>> Are you crazy?

>> You're the one who's sick?

>> Yeah,

I'm sick and I totally deserve this. If

I die FROM MUSHROOM POISONING, IT'S MY

OWN FAULT. WHAT business is it of yours

to bother with me?

>> It was you who called me. Would you like

me to pull up the call log?

>> Then show it.

>> Take a closer look. What time is it now?

Who was calling who?

I must be crazy. Staying up all

night outside your door just to see if

you're still breathing.

I've never seen someone as scheming and

unyielding as you. Haven't I told you?

Jake is getting married with Ivonne.

You've been thinking about that married

man all day long. Even a crush should

have some limits.

I've been over my crush on Jake for a

long time now.

You're the one who said it yourself.

I simply don't understand

what's wrong with me liking Jake. Is

that illegal? And what's wrong with me

not liking you? Is that illegal?

>> What you did to me 5 years ago,

I never asked you to be responsible for

me.

I asked myself in all honesty, I never

failed you all those years when I

treated you like family.

You said you wanted to make things right

with me. If you don't want me to spend

the rest of my life with my head bowed,

dot dot. All right, then. I'll give you

this chance.

But why do you keep telling me who I

should or shouldn't like?

After all, you're the one who disgusted

me first.

I won't like Jake anymore either.

>> The best you can do is gross me out.

>> I won't let you do anything to disgust

Jake.

Don't talk about how moral you are the

moment you open your eyes. Don't you

like Jake?

Then why did you call out his name when

I was holding you?

Jake is awesome.

You know it, and so does everyone else.

But the only downside is that

he doesn't like you.

>> Do you think I'm trying to come between

someone or break up a happy couple?

>> I'm not as shady as you think.

even if it's not aimed at you.

>> Jake and I are also blood brothers.

I asked him

at just 16. He said he didn't like you.

He doesn't like you.

He doesn't like you. He just doesn't.

No matter how long you delude yourself,

he will never develop feelings for you.

It's not that I want to come between you

two.

Frankly speaking,

Jake later mentioned you. It's all

because you have something to do with

me.

I'm pretty awful.

Well, I never deny that.

You called me Jake with your eyes

closed, but now you're taking it back

now that you're awake. Not cool, is it?

>> Is it really that hard to admit you're

basically on the same level as me? You

and I are the same type.

>> I'm not. Well, we're just not the same

kind of people. When I don't like

something, that's just don't like it. I

won't force Jake to like me the way you

do.

You should go.

Day and night are changing.

>> Hold on to your sister. Watch your step.

>> Want a hand up or a piggyback ride? Your

call.

Time stands still. Frozen in its tracks.

>> I can get up there by myself.

I forgot to lock the door before I left.

So, give me a call once you're home.

What should we do now?

Oh no. What should I do?

Call the police. That's right. Call the

police.

I think my phone is in the bedroom. How

can I go and get it?

>> Who did you want to call?

>> Huh?

When you got mushroom poisoning, who was

the first person you thought to call?

Cynthia,

Nathan,

Cynthia,

are you in here? Cynthia,

Cynthia,

>> it's me.

What's wrong? Did I startle you?

Never mind.

How did you get in?

>> I entered using a key.

>> How on earth did you get the key?

>> I grabbed it from the shoe cabinet when

I took you to the hospital that time.

>> What are you doing with my house keys?

>> The doctor said you need to rest for at

least a week and you shouldn't be left

alone.

I want you to go out.

It's getting late. Time to hit the hay.

I'll sleep on the sofa.

>> Didn't I tell you to get out? Can't you

understand human language or what?

You'd better go and turn off the lights,

lock the door, and sleep right now.

>> Cynthia, I'm telling you one last time.

>> Get good sleep.

Nathan, are you shameless?

Go ahead, call the police.

No, that Nathan is outside. I can't

believe I slept until now.

You up? Want to grab something to eat?

Get your stuff together and get going.

Let's grab dinner.

Let me float freely once more.

No matter how many words I say, they

never get through.

I don't need you to look after me here.

After all, it's not like you poisoned

me.

I'm not looking after you simply because

you have a hearty appetite. After all,

>> I've slept at your place.

>> Can you stop bringing up the past?

>> I'm the one who was out of line. You're

the victim. What do you have to be

ashamed of?

>> Shameless. You've already said

everything I wanted to call you out,

Anno. I've got nothing left to add.

>> Hurry up and eat, then take your meds.

>> I don't need you to be like this. If you

feel you owe me something, why don't you

just ask me what I want in return?

>> You told me to move on and like someone

else. And I said, "Okay, you're the one

acting all weird. If you really see me

as your elder brother, what's wrong with

me taking care of you for a few days as

your brother?"

>> No, your girlfriend might be jealous.

>> Your girlfriend?

Shance.

>> My relationship with Shorance is very

good, but we're not dating yet.

>> Even vague relationships are

unacceptable.

When a girl likes someone, her

possessiveness can get quite strong. I

don't want to cause any unnecessary

misunderstandings.

After all, we're not biological

siblings, so it's best to leave certain

things unsaid. That would be better for

both of us.

Then you must really hate, Ivonne.

>> When will you ever stop?

>> Are you ever going to stop?

>> Release your grip.

>> Oh, I was just kidding. Didn't you say

you didn't like Jake anymore? I didn't

even mention him.

>> Is talking about his girlfriend off

limits, too? What's the fastest way to

get rid of Cynthia?

>> What? You think you can take me down?

Bring it on. Let's see who's got the

skills.

>> If you mess with me again, I'm going all

out.

>> Nathan, what's up?

>> Go on. Weren't you going to kill me?

>> Nathan, what are you doing? Don't think

I can't handle you right now.

>> Come on, show me what else you've got.

I'll be careful.

I ordered some takeout for you. It's by

the door. Come out and grab it.

He finally made up his mind.

I'm off.

Cynthia,

Nathan,

where is everybody?

Nathan.

Hello.

Why is the temperature so high? Is

everything okay?

>> How did you get into this mess?

>> What's wrong with your wrist?

>> Keep your voice down. It's not

contagious.

>> Oh no. Come on. Get up and go to the

hospital.

>> I'm a bit tired. Go ahead and order your

own meal.

>> Haven't you been listening? I told you

to get out of bed and go to the

hospital.

>> Wouldn't it be better if I were dead?

Then you'd finally be free of this

burden.

>> Yes.

>> Is this 120?

Oh, doctor. It's me.

The person with mushroom poisoning was

here just the other day.

This is my brother.

>> How did this happen?

>> I burned myself cooking.

>> Hey, you two really are family. I

suggest you both stay away from the

kitchen from now on. Some people's

cooking is just bad, but you too, yours

is absolutely lethal.

Thanks for the reminder, Doc.

Have you eaten yet?

Your stuff's over there. You can just

grab it and go once you're discharged.

You have an infected burn on your wrist.

The doctor applied some medicated spray

to it. Remember to come to the hospital

everyday on time to get the dressing

changed and make sure the wound doesn't

get wet. Avoid alcohol, spicy food,

seafood, and any foods that may trigger

allergic reactions.

Want to grab a bite now? I can order

something for you.

I'm going downstairs to grab you some

milk and bread. Is it all right if I

leave them here?

After all that back and forth. So, in

the end, I'm the one in your debt. We're

even now. Not just for this, but for

everything before as well.

I no longer hate you.

So, you don't have to feel indebted.

Then what?

>> We can't be enemies, but we just can't

go back to being siblings either.

Otherwise, with this awkward situation,

everyone's going to feel uncomfortable.

>> I don't feel awkward.

>> But he does.

Have you heard? Marlene's Mr. Croft had

to be taken away in an ambulance from

Eastern Sea House, which is where Tony

lives.

>> Cynthia has been on vacation lately,

too, right? So, is there really

something going on between her and

Nathan?

Don't dismiss it. Last time at the

Hotring Hotel, Mr. Croft was clearly

targeting Cynthia. Later, the video was

emailed, which led to the rumors about

Mr. Shaw and Cynthia. Are you saying Mr.

Mr. Shaw stepped in to cover for

Cynthia. So, what's the deal with

Cynthia anyway? How did she manage to

make Mr. Shaw do her bidding like that?

Mr. Fletcher has been chasing after her

for so long with no luck, which means

this person must be pretty capable, you

know?

>> That's right. As for Mr. Shaw, how many

big clients like Marleene can he land in

a year? You're the boss. Wouldn't you

help a major client handle their issues?

>> Well, you all

head over to HR to pick up your final

paycheck.

>> Mr. Fletcher, we were just talking about

some personal stuff. It's not like we

did anything wrong.

>> Gross misconduct. Lance is fired

effective immediately and will not be

eligible for a hire.

What can I do for you?

Good thing

tomorrow someone from Harmony and

someone from Vansen will be in touch.

>> Mr. Croft, what do you mean by that?

>> I heard you let for people go today.

Nice one.

>> I'm not Mr. Croft's employee, so that's

none of your concern.

Since we both know what's happening, why

poke a hole in the paper? I'm not giving

you resources because I'm impressed by

you. I'm doing this for Cynthia.

>> You don't deserve to mention her. Who

keeps putting her in the spotlight again

and again? Who forces her to face rumors

and gossip day after day, over and over?

Last time you used Shenon, right? So,

who are you planning to use this time?

Don't act so high and mighty just

because you have a bit of dirty money.

Let me tell you, Cynthia, I couldn't

care less. If it comes down to it, I

just won't take this job. If you think

I'll cash in on Cynthia's misfortune.

I'd rather die broke. Then stoop to your

level. You still have the nerve to like

Cynthia. Who I like is my own business.

Cynthia is my friend and my subordinate.

I despise people like you who sneak

around and bully others with your power.

If you like her, go and pursue her

openly and honestly. If you don't like

her, stay away from her.

You always leave her to face so many

mouths alone. What kind of man are you?

>> Who wants to sneak around when you can

just do things out in the open? I'm not

some sneaky creature. I don't have those

kinds of dark impulses.

I'm almost crazy about her,

but she doesn't allow me to like her.

What should I do?

Yeah.

Hey, this one actually suits you pretty

well, doesn't it? Unhung.

Oh, that one's nice, too. Ivonne,

is this a business trip from Nightfall

City to Tranquil City? Did Jake come

with you, too?

Cynthia,

>> so you came to Gildenberg all by

yourself for a business trip.

>> I guess you could call it a business

trip.

>> Then why did an elder brother come with

you?

>> You mean Jake?

>> Who else could it be? I heard you're

about to marry my elder brother. He

actually made you come to Seabberry on a

business trip all alone. That's so

inconsiderate of him.

>> Who are you? Mind your own business.

>> What nonsense are you talking? Wait

outside for me. Who are you?

>> I am her boyfriend.

>> Hey, you've got some nerve

hitting on someone else's fiancé.

>> Could you say that again?

>> Hey, what are you doing? You want to

fight or what?

>> Do you have the guts to say that again?

>> I'll say it 10 more times. You two

sneaky troublemakers slinking from

Nightfall City to Tranquil City have you

no shame at all? Are there no other men

or women in the world? Do you have to

seek excitement from each other? If you

love excitement so much, why not go jump

in a river? No one would care if you

drowned. People like you should show up

less and stop ruining the lives of

decent, innocent people.

>> Are you out of your mind? You're the

home wrecker. You just tried to be

Jake's mistress, but got rejected. So,

you come here to pick a fight with me,

>> right? Cynthia,

>> have I ever done anything to upset you?

How could you do this to him?

>> I've already broken up with Jake.

No. Xander's my boyfriend.

I know you like Jake.

You want to stand up for him? If you've

got a problem, take it up with me. But

using your fists is crossing the line.

You think I'll help turn your secret

crush into an open pursuit? Huh? Save

your breath.

>> I'm gone.

>> What happened?

>> I don't want to stay in Lance anymore.

And I don't want to stay in Tranquil

City either. If we're real friends, just

to prove my resignation without asking

too much.

>> What have you done?

>> What did I do?

>> She wants to resign.

>> Who is it?

Why did she quit?

You're asking me? I was going to ask you

the same thing.

>> Are you heading out on a business trip?

What's the matter?

Didn't you like this house?

You can have it.

>> If you don't want me to come, I'll give

the key back to you.

>> I mean, I've rented this place until

December. The landlord will stop by at

the end of the year. If you like it, you

can contact him then.

>> What's the matter?

I'm feeling a bit tired.

How about we talk another time?

>> You've already packed your luggage. And

you still think there will be a next

time.

>> Have you been abroad so long that you've

forgotten how Chinese people use polite

excuses? Another day means not today.

And honestly, I don't really want to

talk about it later either.

>> What's that supposed to mean?

Well, what I'm trying to say is,

Cloudrest,

Lance owns this house, too.

From now on, everything will be yours.

>> Make yourself clear. What have I done to

you?

>> There's nothing wrong with you. It's not

your fault. It's my own thing.

I'm so tired. Could you please leave my

house?

Whatever it is, let's talk it out

calmly.

Stop being so passive aggressive. Okay.

>> I told someone who secretly made a copy

of my house keys to get out of my home,

and you say I'm being passive

aggressive. Then I have nothing more to

say.

5 seconds on the clock.

Otherwise, I'll call the police.

What did I do wrong? Why can't you just

tell me off straight out? Are you

packing your things quietly all by

yourself? Are you really going to

abandon the house

>> and quit your job?

>> No, thank you.

Because of Sha Lance. I have no special

relationship with Sha Lance. She already

has a boyfriend.

>> Cynthia.

You're disgusting.

What makes you think I'm going to leave

because of you?

Even more ridiculous. Do you think I'd

be jealous of you and Shaw ants? Have

you lost your mind?

>> So why are you leaving?

>> Why on earth should I tell you that?

Because I'm such a jerk. I have no

self-awareness.

You're not leaving today without making

yourself clear. I won't let you go.

>> I once regarded you as the person I

trusted most in this world.

I've told you all the secrets I was too

scared to share with mom and dad.

You were like

my secret will be taken to the grave.

I will tell no one.

So what happened in the end?

So you immediately went and told Kai.

Then Kai spotted

I'm lying on your bed.

So are two families.

Everybody,

everyone knows that already.

I had no clue Kai would be standing in

the doorway, let alone that he tell

Jake.

Sorry, Cynthia. No one will ever find

out about this.

>> It's not just Kai who is aware.

Ivan also knows.

She knows I like Jake, so she must know

that I'm with

Can you just get out of here? If you're

not leaving, then I will. All right.

>> Did you see Ivonne?

What did she say to you?

Why did you lie to me?

I clearly said I don't like Jake. I

don't like Jake. Why are you still lying

to me?

Get the hell out of here.

I never want to see you again.

Could

I get Ivonne's number?

Ivonne is spouting nonsense in front of

Cynthia. Even if she's your girlfriend,

don't blame me if I make her lose face.

Give me her number. If you don't give it

to me, I'll get it from someone else. If

this gets out of hand, just don't be

embarrassed.

Give me her phone number.

Did you guys split up?

Were

You crying for long?

>> I've already made plans to move abroad.

>> Wait, if anyone's leaving, it shouldn't

be you. Cynthia should be the one to go.

He asked me for Ivonne's number. That's

how I found out he was back in the

country. And he's been bothering you all

this time. He just learned that Ivonne

and I split up a month ago.

>> Did Cynthia just find out, too?

>> I had plans to get married, but there's

been a bit of an unexpected situation.

Is it the kind of accident people talk

about?

>> Shen, in recent years, we've both been

busy with work, so we've actually spent

more time apart than together. Honestly,

it's mainly my fault I haven't been able

to fulfill my responsibilities as a

boyfriend, and I haven't lived up to her

expectations of what a boyfriend should

be.

>> So, was I really wrong about Ivonne?

>> Of course not. The guy you saw at the

mall was hitting on Ivonne while I was

still with her.

So, she's already found someone new,

hasn't she? Just pretending to be

polite, but I'm actually here to let you

know.

I hate people who cheat and then blame

others.

Ivonne wasn't entirely making excuses.

People who haven't spent much time with

me tend to have a certain idealized

view. They think I have this special

aura.

But, you know, you can't live on glamour

alone.

I'm either in the lab or on a business

trip.

There's a lot I can't eat and I'm

allergic to many things besides I

>> actually

stopped liking you a long time ago.

>> No, I'm telling you all this without any

hidden agenda and not to break your

childhood image of me. to repeat what I

said. Childhood crushes were pure, but

they also happened easily, leaving aside

other examples. Just take our courtyard.

I heard half the people had a crush on

Cynthia, and the other half had a crush

on me. To be honest, I'm quite curious.

What do they like about Nathan? I mean,

if it's just about looks, isn't someone

like me enough?

>> Nathan, he's actually the kind of guy

who's got your back. Don't be fooled by

his usual slacker attitude. In reality,

he always helps those who are being

bullied. So, it's pretty normal that

everyone likes him.

>> He's always been a fool since he was a

kid. Back when Kai was chasing you, he

even told Kai that you liked me.

Later, worried that we might hit it off.

He secretly asked me if I had feelings

for you. Do you know how happy he was

when he heard that I was seeing Avon?

At that time, Kai told me you were at

Cynthia's place. Nathan was really

scared then. She wasn't afraid of

causing trouble that she couldn't handle

properly. She was afraid that you would

cut off all contact with her.

I suggested to him, why not go back to

Cloudrest on your own and let both our

families know?

Actually,

during these years, apart from Nathan, I

often wondered, was I just being a

clever by half? That's precisely why I

made you to who you are today. I know

you're very concerned about appearances,

but I'm even more worried that the words

might reach Cloud Crest indirectly. If

that happens, both families would be put

in an awkward spot. Nathan met a more

tragic end. The dynamic between you and

Nathan.

I choose Nathan.

I thought I would never have the chance

to tell you these things,

but Nathan refused to give up and came

back. Still determined to find you.

Tranquil City is huge, yet you ended up

bumping into Avon. Perhaps every wrong

has its cause and every debt has its

debtor. It should have been spelled out

long ago.

Sorry,

Cynthia, for having you stay away from

home for so long.

So, I guess I had Nathan all wrong. And

over the last 5 years,

Nathan wasn't home either. Nathan and

Jake are not very much alike. Nathan

tucked a tissue into my hand before

heading off.

Are you free tomorrow? want to hang out

with me in Block Town?

Are you worried that Cynthia won't leave

you alone?

It seems I'm even more afraid that he

might lose it. Don't worry. Don't be

afraid. I've warned him already. If he

bothers you again, I'll tell Cloud Crest

and have him taken back.

>> Hey, Cynthia, do you know how much DNA

and how many base pairs are distinctly

present in a single cell? I don't know.

>> Let me tell you. You've got 46 DNA

strands in a single cell and billions of

base pairs. Each cell is made up of

cytoplasm. The cell wall and the cell

membrane. It's truly amazing. And the

most incredible thing is a single DNA

strand. Even though it's extremely tiny,

folds up. Cynthia. Cynthia.

>> Elder brother. My bad about that. How

about we check out Nightfall City? I've

still got some vacation days to use up.

>> Oh, I probably shouldn't go. I still

have to work.

>> So, you're not resigning after all?

>> Actually, I had already withdrawn my

resignation on the day you arrived.

>> I'm leaving tomorrow. These past few

days must have been hard for you.

>> You're leaving tomorrow?

>> You didn't even say it wasn't tough.

Looks like you're really tired.

>> No. How come?

Don't lie or

I'll drag you to the museum again.

>> Elder brother, you've already visited

every museum in Gildenberg these past 2

days. My legs are killing me. Please

give me a break.

>> Oh dear. It's true that absence makes

the heart grow fonder, but familiarity

breeds contempt.

>> Well, there's something I'm not sure I

should bring up.

Don't hesitate to say what you want in

front of elder brother.

>> After spending these past few days with

you, I feel like I'm starting to

understand Ivonne a bit.

Hanging out with Jake is just so boring.

>> This is quite normal. Many young couples

who started out together in their youth

eventually drift apart as they mature.

Such stories are all too common. Some

people change while others maybe never

really got each other in the first

place. As they get to know each other

better, it makes sense that they end up

going their separate ways.

>> Elder brother, may all your future

research projects achieve great results

>> and may you get exactly what you wish

for.

Oh yeah,

I bought you some block town specialties

so you can take them back to share with

your colleague. I've all been working

very hard.

>> Have you been wanting to get rid of me

all this time?

>> You got this ready by your second day.

Always staying prepared.

>> Congratulations,

Supervisor Dawson.

>> What's wrong?

>> Congratulations on your promotion to

supervisor. LS, why are you promoting me

all of a sudden?

>> The contracts for Vansen and Harmony

have come through.

>> It's all thanks to you. Oh, I can't take

the credit. Cynthia was the one who

pulled it off.

>> Mr. Young is asking you to come to his

office.

>> Thanks, everybody.

>> Congratulations, Supervisor Dawson.

Got any plans? Are you doing anything

this Saturday?

Do you have any plans this Saturday?

>> Not at the moment.

>> That's great. It's my birthday. This

Saturday, come over to my place for a

meal.

Not convenient.

>> No, I wanted to wish you an early happy

birthday. I was thinking with such short

time, what would be a good gift to

prepare for you?

>> You don't need to bring a thing.

Honestly, I'd be delighted just to have

you there.

>> Oh, then I should thank you for the

invitation. So, that day I went with Mr.

Fletcher. Let's keep this between us for

the time being. All right.

>> Oh, sorry. So, you haven't finalized the

specific list yet, haven't you?

>> Okay. See you Saturday.

>> All right. I I'd better get going then.

>> Yeah.

Cynthia's here.

Happy birthday, Mr. Young.

>> Thanks a lot. In private, you don't have

to call me Mr. Young. Just call me Hugh.

>> Unhung.

Mr. Young, hasn't your friend arrived

yet?

>> I only invited you from the company.

>> Get out of here.

>> You wouldn't believe me even if I told

you. So, save your questions if you're

not going to believe a word.

Put it here. Oh, you're so irritating.

Listen to me. Put it here. Just leave it

alone. Hey, sis.

Mr. Shaw. Oh, don't be so form. I'll

just drop the dong. Come have a seat.

What's going on? Don't tell me it's an

attempt to set me up with Hugh.

>> Cherry juice. You like drinking this,

don't you?

>> Ah, thank you, Mr. Young. You're

welcome.

>> It must have been Nathan who told Mr.

Young.

>> At Shaw Lancer's birthday party earlier,

I noticed you were drinking this very

thing.

>> Mr. Young, are you close with Mr. Shaw?

>> Of course we are. Otherwise, how has he

become the CEO?

>> Don't get the wrong idea. You and I are

completely innocent.

>> The way you're looking at us could

easily make elder brother read too much

into it. Why would Nathan overthink

things? Is it possible that Shaw, Lance,

and Cynthia are together?

>> You're thinking too much.

>> How would you know I'm overthinking if

you don't even want to?

>> Don't make me do this in front of

everyone.

>> I'm not the person you're looking for

since I'm such an eyesore. Why did you

even invite me? Just to make me watch

them be all lovey devet.

>> Sis, don't you think your brother is so

annoying? He has no gentlemanly manners

at all. He has always been like this.

But my elder brother is quite

gentlemanly.

>> Elder brother?

>> You mean Nathan's elder brother?

>> You know him? When he went abroad to

visit Nathan, we grabbed a meal together

once.

>> My elder brother is such a great guy,

right?

>> H it's so good that it makes me wonder.

How can one family produce to people who

are polar opposites?

Hey, I'm talking to you over here.

But honestly, I just can't stand those

overly normal people. They're so boring.

I prefer the kind that seemed human. But

don't act like it at all. Now that's

thrilling.

>> What is this if not flirting? Isn't this

clearly exchanging meaningful glances?

Cynthia, your mother.

I specifically found out you like eating

clay pot chicken. I've got all the

ingredients ready. Can you cook? If you

can, you could help out. If you're not

interested, you can play some games

here, browse around, or chat with the

two of them.

>> Let me come and help you.

>> Hey, let him help you. Otherwise, the

ambulance will be here any minute and

take all four of us away.

>> Well, at least I'm not as bad as you.

>> I'd never be silly enough to burn myself

while cooking.

>> You took the words right out of my

mouth. I heard

you got mushroom poisoning and went to

the hospital. I was pretty worried at

first, but then he told me

he burned his wrist while cooking

porridge for you and even called 120. I

thought it was strange right away. Did

he use his wrist to carry the pot? How

do you burn your wrist just by cooking?

>> So, Nathan tells Shaolance every single

thing. Does she? Did he mention that he

cornered me at the door and forced a

kiss? Or that he cornered me in the

Hotring hotel room and forced himself on

me? And what about 5 years ago?

But sweetie, if you don't know how to

cook, you can just find a boyfriend who

can cook and have him fix meals for you.

H

>> I totally think the same.

>> What's your take on

He

>> Mr. Young,

you're not even interested in a guy like

him.

>> That's not what I meant.

>> I'm already seeing someone.

>> Who is it? Is it someone from our

company?

>> Oh, don't tease. Do I know this person?

>> In that case.

Next year on your birthday, if we're

together, I'll bring it over.

>> Awesome. Nothing beats watching people

fall in love.

>> It's not like there's no room for

discussion.

>> Oh, it's so hard to chase someone.

>> So, you're still not together? Should I

not be angry then? Or should I say

congrats early?

>> Sis, just try to persuade him. Just

settle for him while you can. A chance

like this won't come again. And besides,

mine is a seven-star hotel.

>> I'm joking.

>> Whether we date or not is up to us, too.

How could a third person talk us into

it? Is she a matchmaker?

>> What do you mean? Are you saying what I

say doesn't matter?

>> Are you trying to set me up with Shaw

Lance?

>> Mr. Shaw, what's the problem with that?

>> Mr. Young, what's the problem with that?

I have someone I like.

No wonder Shaw Lance said you to

siblings were always bickering as kids.

It's amazing how that bond has lasted

all this time, hasn't it? I'll start

cooking. Sure. Go ahead.

>> Haven't had a chance to say congrats on

your promotion yet.

>> Thank you for the company's recognition.

>> This is what hardworking people deserve.

From now on, please take good care of

your younger sister at the company.

>> Of course. She's everyone's favorite

little sister.

>> My one?

>> Cynthia is my sister. You two better

quit mooching off us.

>> Hey, your sister is my sister and my

sister is his sister. Where did you get

this bossy possessiveness from?

>> She's my sister for a day. She's my

sister for life. You can always change

boyfriends, but it's not like you can

just trade in your brother, right? If

that's what you mean, then when your

little sister looks for a boyfriend, you

still need to check him out thoroughly,

right?

>> Do you think she'd have the nerve to go

after someone?

>> Sis, he's trying to get a rise out of

you.

>> I got a vet for him, too. No way. You

think he'd have the nerve to chase after

someone?

>> So, that's how it is.

>> No wonder he's been leading me on, sis.

Just agree right away and see if he's

okay with it.

You haven't dated anyone in 5 years, and

I'm willing to wait for you for another

five. If you never find your person in

this lifetime, I can't wait around for

you forever.

>> Even from a same-sex perspective, I find

it hard to dislike Shaw Lance. She's

beautiful, wealthy, charismatic, and

unpretentious.

I don't see any reason why Nathan would

reject Shaw Lance.

>> Little sister, are you thinking about

something?

So, what do you think?

>> Well, it's pretty clear they've turned

you down.

>> What makes me not good enough for

Nathan?

>> What's so funny?

>> She obviously doesn't agree, so just

don't bother.

>> Who says I disagree?

>> I made a bet with elder brother that if

I don't get a partner, he can't either.

Maybe you should wait a bit longer. Let

me go get a boyfriend first.

Sure, I'll wait for you.

>> Sis, if you ever get a boyfriend, you

got to tell me ASAP.

>> Don't worry. I won't keep you and

Cynthia from your time together.

Go clean up in the bathroom and I'll

grab you a new pair of pants.

>> Sis, ignore them. Let's grab a drink.

>> I'll go check on that cheapkate.

Where is everyone? Why' they all vanish?

Did Nathan fall in the toilet?

unconventional love.

No one can replace

be a little gentler, honey.

Give me a reason to let go.

You who love me so much. Oh, my

apologies.

Happy birthday. Where are you headed?

>> Oh, it's fine. It's fine. Don't mind me.

Cynthia, don't mind me.

>> Cynthia, sweetheart, don't cry now. Tell

me all about it.

Nathan.

Cynthia,

it's me. I'm here.

All right. All right. I get it.

>> I'm the despicable bastard.

>> You ought to die.

>> And so should I.

Who exactly is Shaolans's boyfriend?

>> Oh, you

>> Why don't YOU JUST DROP DEAD? HUH?

>> I can't let you go. What would you do if

I passed away?

Where do you want to go?

They're getting intimate again. Right

out in the open.

Cynthia,

I like you.

I'm very fond of you.

I'm going crazy with how much I love

this.

Don't even think about running away. I

don't want to see you with someone else.

Everything I said before was a lie. I

will never let you go and find someone

else as long as I live.

Female lead,

>> are you trying to spook me?

>> Cynthia, stop crushing on Jake.

Go get to know someone else.

Are you okay with me?

Otherwise, I'll just die.

I'm coming over to you.

A doctor's footprint.

What is this?

Throw drops.

Cynthia, hands off. Cynthia, aren't

these throat loseners?

>> Pick it up. Taste it for me right now. I

want to see.

>> I had no idea you knew about this stuff.

>> Is it my fault for knowing about

condoms?

>> That's not what I meant. I was just

worried you might misunderstand and

thought it'd be better to steer clear of

unnecessary trouble.

>> Don't give me that nonsense. Since when

do respectable people go around carrying

condoms?

>> This isn't my condom. When I was

changing pants in the restroom earlier,

Sha Lance gave it to me. She said this

condom is called Siki, which translates

to like or love. She told me if I like

you, I should make a move, not your

turn.

She didn't mean for me to sleep with

you. She meant for me to take over.

If I like you, I'll swallow my pride and

pursue Yano need for all the tedious

talk.

Is it embarrassing to like me? Why are

you still shamelessly clinging to me?

>> Are you laughing?

>> Oh, come on. Let go.

>> All right. All right. No more being mad.

What kind of person am I? Don't you

already know?

>> You're the kind of person who'd pull

shady when someone's drunk.

Still the kind of person who only cares

about their own pleasure. Completely

indifferent to whether others live or

die, even in their lucid moments.

>> I know nothing I say matters now. I'm

just a jerk. Trash. A low life.

Just think of it like being chewed on by

a dog all night.

But I have no choice.

If you give me another shot,

I'd still go about it this way.

I'd rather you hated me.

Don't consider liking someone else.

Let me share something with you.

Ever since you came to Nightfall City,

when I decided to go after Jake, I never

intended to let you get away. When I was

19,

I went to the pharmacy myself and bought

a box of condoms. I had only one wish.

What decent person carries this around

every day? I always have it with me when

I see you.

But I'm just not a proper person.

I'm no match for Jake. I'm just bad

through and through. Anyone I take a

liking to is bound to have rotten luck.

So just resign yourself to this

lifetime.

Stop liking Jake.

I tried.

I don't want to turn into Jake.

Uh, make do

like Nathan, shall we?

>> Nathan. Um,

>> you jerk. H, you're not human. H, you

always pick on me.

>> I'm sorry.

I like you.

>> If you really like me, then stop

bringing up Jake.

>> Yok JK've never liked him to begin with.

>> So, do you like me?

I don't like you.

You're the one I can't stand the most.

Why did you come back?

Why are you bothering me?

Do you know how long it took me to

forget what happened before?

I don't want others to know about our

situation and I don't want to know about

your thing with Shawance either. I don't

care where you go to worship Buddha or

whether you bring love talismans. I

don't care if your relationship is real

or fake if your classmates are a couple.

I don't care who you show off your

relationship with. You can show off with

whoever you want. Love whoever you like.

Sleep with anyone.

I don't care at all.

I'll never say it again. Anyone who

breaks their word is a liar.

Fine. Whatever you say.

I thought you were drunk and peeing in

Hugh Pool.

>> Huh? I'm not as keen on dropping my

pants wherever like you are.

>> You're just saying the grapes are sour

because you can't reach them. We're

already done and even showered and

you're still here acting all high and

mighty,

sister.

Listen, you can't just go and forgive

him like that. A dog's got to be

disciplined.

You'd let go of your sister's hand just

to hit me.

>> You've all been drinking, so just rest

here. Shalance and I will sleep in the

inner room. Feel free to take any of the

other rooms. All right.

>> The soundproofing here is great. Just

make yourselves comfortable.

I want to go home.

>> Then I'll get you home.

>> Who did you ask for this love charm for?

>> I got this for myself and it's a perfect

match with yours.

>> You say we're an item, so we're an item.

The fate talismans all look the same. I

think you and Shawance are quite a pair,

too.

>> Athia,

>> unfold the charm I gave you. My name is

written inside.

>> Ah, I just tossed it.

>> Did you throw it away?

Well, you said this was a love charm you

got for me, but I don't want to fall in

love, so why would I keep it? How am I

supposed to know that Nathan's name was

written inside?

>> Where'd you throw it?

>> After attending Shaw Lance's birthday

party that day. I think I tossed it in

the dumpster.

How come? Feel like scolding me?

You're calling me a lunatic?

Want me to find it for you? Come on.

After all this time, you think I don't

know you well enough.

How long have you had feelings for me?

You were really upset when you threw

that talisman, weren't you? You thought

I was dating Shawance. Is that it?

>> Does this talisman really work?

me.

>> Cynthia, let's stay here tonight.

>> I want to go home.

>> All right, I'll walk you home.

Want some water?

From the dawn of learning love to its

twilight at the end, we are still

striving

to comprehend the warmth held within a

farewell.

becoming negative.

The real ones are the ones who stay.

I don't remember things from 5 years

ago.

Ow.

What's up?

What on earth are you doing?

Yesterday we both had too much to drink.

All that kissing, cuddling, and hugging,

you had fun. And so did I. It's

completely normal. Now that you're

sober, you're acting like it's all

justified. What kind of person do you

take me for?

>> How can you just turn your back after

getting what you want?

>> Come on. I didn't even do anything. Did

you really lose out on something here?

if it weren't for you and worrying you'd

be upset when you woke up. You think I

wouldn't have made a move?

>> Exploiting someone's misfortune. And you

think that's justified?

>> So, I merely didn't take advantage of

the situation. Doesn't that deserve to

be praised?

>> You did the right thing by not taking

advantage of the situation.

>> Whom said it should be like that? Do you

think there are saints everywhere and

gentlemen all over the streets?

Cynthia H. You like me. You said it

yourself.

>> So, what's the issue with liking it?

Like,

there's no rule about that. Who says we

have to be together?

>> What do you mean by that?

There are certain things I only share

with my boyfriend.

>> I'm your boyfriend.

>> Have I agreed to this?

>> We both didn't exactly hit it off right

away.

Are you picking me or not? The power to

choose is mine.

Yeah, I'll take you up on that then.

If you truly want to pursue me, then

take it seriously.

If you dare to treat this carelessly, my

time is precious. I must say,

>> if I'm going to chase after you, I'm

going to do it right.

Whatever you want to do, I'll follow

your lead. Just say the word and I'll

take action. I'll do whatever you say.

Are you hungry? Want me to fix you

something to eat?

>> No way. Could you even stomach the food

you cooked yourself?

>> Isn't this thoughtful?

It doesn't really matter if it tastes

good. The important thing is the

gesture.

>> Come on, stop messing up my kitchen.

Every time you cook in there, several

pots and pans just vanish.

>> Why are you still holding on to that

broken pot you used to cook? Those

poisonous wild mushrooms. Keep it for

the next time you have something

disagreeable.

>> Then you can't just toss it. Why not

simply give it a wash?

>> Wash? You know what you forgot? When we

were kids, Kai's whole family ate

poisonous mushrooms and got poisoned. At

the hospital, his mom kept saying it

wasn't that the mushrooms were poisonous

he just hadn't been cooked through.

So, they went home, cooked them again,

and landed right back in the hospital.

Then, they cooked something else in the

same pot used for poisonous fungi and

wound up in the hospital. As a result,

Kai's father flew into such a rage that

he smashed the pot on the spot. Given

the numerous cautionary tailies from

history, you still care about that

worthless thing.

>> I can't lose that. It was a gift from my

friend and it's my favorite.

>> Boy or girl.

>> What's it to you? You go on ahead. You

>> I'll get you a new cooking pot. All

right.

>> So, are we friends or what?

>> I'm your guy.

Cut it out and get lost.

>> All right, then. Get yourself together.

I'm heading home for a bit and I'll

swing by to pick you up later.

Does it look familiar?

This is

Accessories Shop on Old Street.

Oh, I bought that for you back in the

day. Well, I still have it.

I have everything you bought for me, but

I like this one the most.

>> What are you snickering about?

>> Who's giggling?

>> I thought

>> I didn't do it.

>> Stop talking nonsense.

>> Why is it that as you get older, you're

more likely to lie through your teeth?

>> Who told that lie?

You clearly care about me, but you

pretended not to like me when I first

came back. It's clear that Hesh is

afraid I might date someone else, yet

stubbornly refuses to admit it, despite

knowing they're in the wrong.

>> Come on.

When you were little, I never knew you

were so shy. I never noticed you were

this thick skinned when you were a

child.

>> That depends on how young before 16 or

17. I didn't even like you. If I had

talked about this back then, wouldn't

you have called the cops on me?

>> I sure regret not calling the cops on

you to get you arrested 5 years ago.

Even though you were so angry, you still

couldn't bring yourself to make me eat

prison food. Did you already have a

crush on the

>> Have some decency.

>> So why didn't you call the police?

>> I don't want to talk about this.

>> I thought you liked me. That's why you

didn't want to call the police. I'm

absolutely overjoyed, so happy I'm

beside myself. I can't wait to spread

the news far and wide overnight to

inform both families. Come what may, as

long as they don't beat me to death,

you'll definitely marry me.

I had considered that you might be

angry.

But I didn't expect you to be so angry.

Are you so mad that you won't even talk

to me? You don't want to see me for the

rest of your life.

Don't bring up those old stale matters

again.

If you want to apologize to me now,

well, it's really a bit too late.

>> Humph. Who cares about apologies these

days? If you did something wrong, you

must provide appropriate compensation.

So, in this lifetime, I'm giving myself

to you to make it up to you.

In this lifetime, my very life belongs

to you alone.

It might be a bit disgusting. Just put

up with it.

After all, things are going to get even

more disgusting. Instead of just putting

up with it, you'd better start getting

used to it bit by bit now.

>> What's the matter? Are you threatening

me or what?

>> Can't sleep. But can I at least engage

in some banter? Are you trying to

suffocate me?

All right, let's talk about something

more serious.

>> What's the important business?

>> How long are you going to keep me

hanging?

>> I have no objections or suggestions.

Just asking in advance to get myself

ready.

You'd have better luck asking the

heavens than asking me. Why not get out

of the car later and see if there are

any fortune tellers around?

Have you arrived home?

So, you bought these flowers. Who else

did you suspect?

Who taught you that? Put the flowers in

the vase and bring them over here

>> in Gildenberg other than me. Is there

anyone else who knows you? You're so

lazy. If I didn't plug it in for you,

you wouldn't even bother bringing it

inside. At least you were sensible

enough not to cause me any trouble. Is

it heavy? Need a hand? I can come up and

help you.

Your calculating mind is making such a

racket. It's grading on my eyes.

>> Cynthia, I've been missing you.

I'm so into you,

Cynthia. Don't hesitate to love me.

I'll always be good to you.

>> It's easy to say nice things.

>> Then tell me, what does it take for me

to be able to hold your hand?

How about this? We hold hands at least

10 times a day, but keep it under half

an hour each time.

>> Are you kidding me?

>> How do I keep it in good condition?

Hold on.

>> I think AntFlo is here.

>> Who's there? Who is it?

>> AntFlo.

I wasn't intentionally holding back

either. I had finally mustered up the

courage. But why did my period have to

come now? Okay,

no problem.

>> Do you need help? Are you feeling okay?

>> It's okay. No need.

What's bothering you? You look a bit

under the weather.

>> I don't.

>> What's up? Are you upset with me?

>> Why do you look so upset?

>> You am I'm on my period. This is so

awkward.

What's so embarrassing about this? You

come here every month, don't you?

>> Who always shows up in situations like

this? I've got my pride to think about.

All right, you should head back now.

>> No worries. I'll stay with you a little

longer. Okay.

>> All right, get going now. I still need

to get some rest.

Get some rest.

What brings you here?

>> I got you some breakfast.

>> Bro, there's no need to burn the candle

at both ends.

>> None of your business. I'll pursue

whoever I want. Come on, hurry up and

eat, then get to work. I'm not very

hungry in the morning. And you?

How'd you manage to snag those Shenzhian

from that place? Hey, check it out.

There's a noodle spot here, too. Cash

has lived in Blocktown for over 20

years, but has only eaten there three

times. They start queuing as early as

five, and it's absolutely incredible.

>> That's her problem. Eat up.

>> Why don't you eat?

>> I don't have much of an appetite. Why

are your eyes all red? Did you not get

enough rest?

>> I'll give you a ride to work first, then

head back home to grab a bite.

>> Couldn't sleep, so you went and bought

breakfast.

Or did you grab breakfast just because

you were up late?

>> What do you think,

>> elder brother? You could have explained

it clearly in just one sentence, but you

had to beat around the bush.

>> I'm your elder brother.

I'm joking.

>> Do you think I can't tell a joke from a

real comment?

>> Cynthia, I swear I really didn't think

too much of it. I'm just used to it. It

bothers me when you say elder brother.

I'm sensitive about it.

>> Nothing. How many times do I have to say

it? I don't like Jake. I've been over

him for ages.

>> Who do you like?

>> Isn't it obvious? If I didn't like you,

would I let you hold me tight and cover

me in kisses?

What's up?

>> I love you.

>> You will never know how deeply I love

you.

>> I like you, too.

My love will have meaning then.

Don't push yourself too hard these days.

I'll bring you food and drive you to and

from work.

>> Are you really unaware or are you just

pretending?

>> Huh?

>> O, can't chat now. I'm skipping the

meal. Already late for work. Got to run.

>> I'll see you off.

>> Okay, we're really going to be late.

Let's go.

Nathan, what's that supposed to mean?

Aren't you into me?

My period ended a few days ago.

He just gives me a ride to work every

day and hasn't brought it up at all.

Have I kept him waiting so long that

he's lost interest in me?

>> What are you up to?

>> Ah, let's get some air.

>> I need to go to Francher to meet a

client on Thursday. Please arrange a

franch for my 5-day business trip.

>> I'll go with you then.

Nope. How come?

>> If I dared to take you on a business

trip, Nathan would immediately start

acting crazy, questioning whether I

still have ulterior motives. Your

translation lead is also on a business

trip, so you're the only one holding

down the fort. If you leave, there won't

be anyone in the team to handle things

properly.

>> Before the translation department had a

deputy director. No one said the boss

couldn't go on business trips. He's not

some rigid staticant. Things be adjusted

a little. All right, that's settled. The

day after tomorrow, I'll accompany you.

Please send me the counterpart company's

materials in advance so I can make

thorough preparations. Since Nathan

isn't interested in me, I'll keep my

distance from her for a while. Let her

be unable to see me or have me either.

>> I've gone in first.

>> Understood.

>> Hey, Mr. Croft.

>> Did you know Cynthia is going to

Franchia this week?

How about we talk about something?

Can you house sit for me for a while?

>> Okay.

>> Why don't you ask me the reason?

>> Why should it be you who house sits for

me?

>> Didn't you already know the reason?

>> You already knew it, too.

>> No way. I just found out today.

>> Who said that?

>> Look, you're boarding the plane tomorrow

and you still don't intend to tell me.

>> Well, I was going to tell you, too. But

dot you never asked me. Remember?

>> What did I do now?

You didn't do anything to me.

>> So, how come you didn't mention you're

going away for work tomorrow?

>> Isn't it normal to go on business trips?

You're often busy with work, too. You

know, sometimes you can't give me a ride

in the morning, and other times you're

busy at night.

>> You're going to Front for at least 5

days, not just to Tranquil City suburbs

for a meal. I won't see you for five

whole days.

>> It's not like I can be mad just because

you're not staying with me, right?

Besides, what's the harm in giving me a

heads up? It's not like I would actually

stop you from going. Or are you worried

that I'll cling to you like a persistent

burr and mess up your plans?

>> I feel bad having you follow me around

all the time. After all, you're busy

with work, too. You can't just spend

your whole day looking after me, right?

>> What's it to you whether I'm busy or

not? I ain't got time for that's my

business. You didn't tell me that's your

affair.

Have you ever heard of a girlfriend

going on an overseas business trip

without even telling her boyfriend?

>> Aren't you into me at all?

>> How am I supposed to say this out loud?

Are you trying to embarrass me?

>> Could you please explain what you mean?

>> Are you just sweet talking me?

If I've fallen short in any way, please

let me know. I'll work on it. I'll keep

making changes until you're satisfied.

Until you really like it.

You said you liked me.

So, I've been trying my best to behave

properly. You're telling me you don't

like me? Then I'll just be myself. Do

you know how much I want to sleep with

you?

>> I think about it all the time.

Every minute and every second feels like

pure agony.

I don't know how much longer I can keep

going.

Come on, cheer me up.

Want me to let you off? Don't even think

about it.

>> Who said you could let me off? Hey, hold

on. You still don't get why I didn't

tell you.

Are you really that scared? I'll cling

to you.

Stop insisting that I don't get it.

Whether I understand something has

nothing to do with whether I like it. I

might not get it, but that doesn't mean

I can't enjoy it.

>> You can't read people's minds. Can't you

even discern the subtle shifts in their

expressions?

What's my expression right now?

You look like you want to kill someone.

>> So, guess who?

>> Me.

>> So, tell me, why would I want to kill

you?

>> You and Jake are simply not comparable

at all.

When desire is burning, I hadn't seen

him for 5 years. The moment he saw me,

he knew I was into him. He told me not

to be scared when something happens and

to just blame everything on you and you.

You've been in Gildenberg for 4 months

now. Either you're upset that I like

Jake or you think there's something

going on between me and Ian. Now, when

someone tries to chat me up on the

street, you stay mad for hours. You

think I'm interested in everyone. I say

it's you I like, but you don't believe

me. If that's not messed up, I don't

know what is. Why didn't I mention that

I was going on a business trip to

Francha? It's because I'm so

narrow-minded. I keep thinking you'll

stop liking me.

>> So, I just keep thinking

>> I left you hanging for 2 days just to

see how you'd react. Happy now?

>> Cynthia, let's get married.

I'm heading back to Cloud Crest to talk

to both families.

>> What's the matter?

Aren't you afraid the two families will

band together and beat you again half to

death?

>> Not afraid.

Even if I'm beaten to a pulp,

I'll still marry you

today. Also,

it's so late.

going to your place or mine?

>> What did you say?

>> I mean, should you come home with me or

should I go home with you?

>> What do you want?

>> Hello?

Aunt Lynn, Uncle Dawson, I truly love

Cynthia and I want to marry her.

>> Just see if I don't beat you to death

today. Don't anyone try to stop me.

>> Uncle Nathan hasn't been picking on me.

Cynthia with me here today. You don't

need to be afraid.

If you have something to say, just say

it. You don't have to be afraid. Even

with Nathan around,

>> what happened before? That's all behind

us now. I'd rather not talk about it

anymore.

Uncle, aunt, mom and dad,

I really used to hate Nathan.

>> But honestly, I do like him now.

>> Uncle Gossson, Aunt Lynn, please let

Cynthia be with me. I promise I won't do

anything to make her unhappy again.

>> I just want Cynthia to be happy.

You should check with your aunt again to

confirm her opinion.

Aunt Lynn, I may not be a good son to my

parents, but I will definitely be a good

son-in-law in the future.

>> Since Cynthia says what happened back

then is all in the past. Her dad and I

will try to move on quickly. But when it

comes to this son-in-law thing, I think

we should take it slow.

>> Aunt Lynn, what do you mean? Your aunt

Lynn says

she can give you a chance, but marrying

Cynthia depends on how you do.

>> Okay. Okay. Ease up on them. Jake told

us all about you two ages ago.

As long as you're happy together. We're

absolutely thrilled for you. Of course,

you have our full blessing.

You bastard. Your ancestral graves must

be smoking with luck. Cynthia likes you

and even her parents are so supportive.

They're giving you a real chance to

redeem yourself.

>> Thank you, Uncle Dawson and Aunt Lynn.