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Let's get down to business.

Right.

When did you know...

No, when did your friend

find out

her ex-boyfriend cheated?

Yesterday.

So, do you have

any specific demands?

Like,

expenses during the relationship,

or something extra...

Not financial.

What about other aspects?

Get back at him.

What do you have in mind?

Like...

Three months in the hospital, right?

That works too.

Upper body,

middle, or lower?

Let me know your specific needs,

and I'll provide a tailored plan.

Anything goes?

Sure.

Is that legal?

It's not legal?

What are you talking about?

I'm a lawyer,

not a gangster.

What are you thinking?

It's a society governed by law, okay?

Liu Mao, are you kidding me?

You're wasting my time.

No, I thought...

I'm just kidding.

Baby, I really know I was wrong.

I just made a mistake.

Can you forgive me this time?

I promise there won't be a next time.

My friend said that scum

sent her a message to get back together.

Can only block him?

Yes, but I don't recommend it.

But you can keep some

chat records

or screenshots

to prove that he is at fault.

That's good for you.

Okay.

Zhang Chuan,

I'm not getting back with you.

Can we meet?

I've deleted all her

contact information.

I swear.

What if she insists on meeting?

If I'm the lawyer,

I'll handle everything.

What's going on?

Zhou Jun is a mutual friend

of Xu Huaisong and me.

He was my class monitor in high school,

and the crush from the class next door,

who I had a crush on in high school.

They started chatting under my post.

I've just set sail,

will it sink so soon?

No way.

Deleting now is useless.

Better late than never.

Lawyer Xu, do you know Zhou Jun?

You know him?

We used to live in the same neighborhood.

You know him too?

We're alumni.

What a small world.

It really is.

Good thing Xu Huaisong

isn't one to pry.

But when he replied to Zhou Jun,

he didn't seem surprised at all.

He didn't ask me until ten minutes later.

It was like he was trying to save face.

Forgot to warn you,

be careful at the birthday party,

you might run into Xu Huaisong.

And your cover will be blown.

Now it's not just

about the cover-up anymore.

Men tend to take for granted

what they easily get.

If he finds out

you've had a crush on him for years,

you'll be at a disadvantage.

Don't worry,

I've confirmed. He won't go.

Good. You're getting better.

I was lucky this time.

Mr. Liu happened to

send me his schedule.

Wait.

When I was hesitating

whether to go to the party,

Liu Mao happened to

make the decision for me.

Isn't that too much of a coincidence?

But Liu Mao wouldn't

do this on purpose.

Unless Xu Huaisong arranged it.

Does Xu Huaisong know

I'm from Suzhou No.1 High School?

Then why

doesn't he just tell me?

Why go through all this trouble?

So, will you go?

I'll see when the time comes.

If there's no conflict with work...

Right, right, work is so busy.

If it's busy, just don't go.

They say hands that play the piano

should be insured.

Is my piano-playing

another online story?

Lawyer Xu,

after all these years,

you still love orange cats the most.

Is my love for orange cats

another news story?

[He seems not just unimpressed]

[that I know Zhou Jun, ]

[but also unimpressed.]

[I know he can play the piano, ]

[and he likes orange cats.]

[Does he know]

[my novel is about him?]

[I...]

[I've been exposed.]

Thank you.

Please.

Mr Qu.

If he suddenly shows up

and tells me

there's a last-minute change in plans,

he must have deliberately

invited me to the birthday party.

I hope I'm overthinking.

Don't overthink.

Really.

You haven't seen him for a long time.

Are you a little nervous?

What's wrong with that kid?

He's been distracted

all the way.

I'm reconnoitering the enemy

to protect

your safety at any time.

See?

She's the one

who needs protection.

She's even more nervous than me.

Look.

Hello, everyone.

Come on, say hello.

Teacher Li, Teacher Zhao.

Say hello.

Yeah, say hello first.

Teacher Ruan.

[I must be overthinking.]

[People aren't that malicious.]

Hello, teachers.

Ms. Ruan's daughter, right?

I'm Ruan Yu.

Please have a seat.

Okay.

You've grown up so much.

[If Xu Huaisong had known earlier, ]

[how could he have watched me]

[acting like a monkey?]

[What have I thought of him?]

You're getting more and more handsome.

Yeah.

Ruan Yu.

Hello, class leader.

I knew I'd run into you.

Have a seat.

Sit.

Long time no see.

Long time no see.

You're really something.

You didn't even attend the class reunion.

But you're here today

to grace us with your presence.

I was really too busy last time.

I'll definitely come next time.

Have you been in Hangzhou lately?

I came here

with my parents.

So,

Xu Huaisong is also in Hangzhou.

I have something

to say on behalf

of all the students

from Class 9 and 10 of 2014.

Gossip time.

What's going on

between you and Xu Huaisong?

Let me tell you,

this guy has been

in my friend circle for almost ten years.

Recently, he's been

liking and commenting on your posts.

Speak of the devil.

Huaisong.

Come here.

What are you doing here?

We're here for

Mr. He's birthday party.

You two don't know

you're alumni?

Let me introduce.

Xu Huaisong from Class 10, 2014.

Ruan Yu from Class 9.

What a coincidence!

But don't you have a meeting today?

Plans changed.

I'm here now.

Do you two know each other?

No, we don't.

The first step in preparing a lawsuit

is to fully understand the case.

So you need to read

all the materials,

including the entire novel.

Is there anything

in Miss Ruan's novel

that can't be disclosed?

I changed it to Suzhou's

pork fat rice cake.

You probably don't

when you are abroad.

How do you know I'm from Suzhou?

How do you know I'm from Suzhou?

Wait.

Your manuscript

seems to be missing

a chapter.

Chapter 23

is a transitional chapter.

It must be important.

Brother.

Why do you come to No.1 Middle School today?

Which school are you from?

I've been

watching dramas for so long.

I thought I liked Hanazawa Rui,

who is cool and steady.

But it turns out that he is still

Daoming Si in his heart.

How about

saying hello to Mr. He first?

You go first.

I'm going to the bathroom.

Mr. He

is really popular.

Can't even get a word in edgewise.

He just went to the bathroom.

Why are you staring so intently?

Afraid he'll run away?

Yes.

My daughter

is already

in her thirties.

Every time I bring it up,

she says no rush.

Mr. Li,

the lawyer you introduced last time,

he's a great guy.

Yeah, but in the end...

Yeah.

I'm sorry.

Ms Qu, don't worry.

It just means

the right person

isn't here yet.

Right?

If Mr Liu isn't the one,

we've got Mr Zhang,

Ms. Wang, Mr. Zhou...

Besides,

yeah,

we don't

have to find a lawyer,

right?

That's true.

Yu Yu

is a writer.

She might like

something more creative.

That makes sense.

Maybe she just doesn't

see eye to eye with that lawyer.

That's probably the case.

I remember now.

I have a cousin's son.

He studied art.

He's very romantic.

I'll find him for you.

I'll take a look too.

It would be best if there are photos.

Don't worry, I'll look for it.

Let me see, let me see.

What's the name again?

Look at you guys.

Take a look.

Mr. He is here.

Mr. He.

Happy birthday.

Thank you.

Happy birthday.

Come on, take a seat.

Together.

Together, sit down.

Okay.

Yu, where did you go?

The dinner's about to start.

It's okay.

Yu.

Come on.

Dad.

Sit here.

Where did you go?

The bathroom.

Come on, sit.

Say hello.

Hello, I'm Ruan Yu.

You've met my daughter.

Yeah, we have. Pretty girl.

So pretty.

Take after her mom, always butting in.

Look at you.

Of course, she takes after me.

She takes after her mom.

Yeah.

Zhou Jun, sit.

Let me see

how you greet them.

Huaishong.

Xu Huaisong.

Dad.

Ms. Ruan.

Don't embarrass me.

Mr. Qu.

How could you greet him first?

And it's been ten years.

Why do you

still remember this student?

I remember you went to

the US right after graduation, right?

Yes.

Huaishong,

you were the one

playing the piano at the

school gala that year, right?

Yes.

You've grown into

a fine young man.

Not just a fine young man,

but also a top student.

Yes, yes.

We all thought

you should have gone to Qingbei.

Why did you end up studying abroad?

Why not add Yu on WeChat?

Mom,

don't add her just yet.

Add me first.

Let me check it out.

Actually,

studying abroad is also pretty good.

Huaishong,

what industry are you in now?

Lawyer.

Being a lawyer in the US

That's not easy.

Huaishong, you're really young and promising.

Are you married?

Not yet, Ms. Ruan.

Yu,

look at Huaishong,

your classmate.

She's doing so well now.

Ms. Ruan,

she's doing better than me.

What do you mean?

Why do you suddenly act

we're close or something?

You know Yu?

Yeah,

but I didn't know we were alumni.

If I had,

I would've picked you up today.

Keep acting,

just keep going.

After today,

I'll accompany Ruan Yu

to take you and Mr Qu home.

That's very kind of you.

That's too much trouble.

If you're heading that way,

just drop Yu off.

Mr. Qu and I live in the suburbs.

No trouble at all, Ms. Ruan.

The suburbs are nice.

We can take a little drive.

In this winter, you'll get a cold wind.

I think it's a good idea.

Young people can chat in the car,

get to know each other, right?

Mom.

That'll be too late.

It's not safe.

Don't worry.

I'll make sure she gets home safely.

Good, that's good.

Ms. Wang.

You're tall.

I'm meeting my girlfriend's

parents in a few days.

Got any tips?

You're worried about Yu Yu.

But she's found

found his own girl.

Not sure yet.

Let's see.

Don't rush it.

Alright.

[So that's his plan.]

[What a cold, aloof guy.]

[He's just a two-faced, ]

[sly old fox.]

[How did I]

[never notice that before?]

Lawyer Xu,

I don't think

we're that close.

Right,

there's still room for improvement.

There's still room.

I take back what I just said.

You're still not good enough.

Mom,

I'm going to toast Mr. He.

Go ahead.

I'll join you.

Okay, okay.

Zhou Jun, let's go together

as the younger generation.

Sure.

To your good health.

Cheers.

Are you angry?

Angry?

Angry with whom?

With me.

What?

Lawyer Xu,

have you done something wrong?

If you think so,

then it must be my problem.

Truly a great lawyer,

that's a beautiful answer.

You can attack or defend,

and never make a mistake.

I wonder,

have you noticed

my parents love to

set me up on blind dates?

The previous Lawyer Liu

was someone they introduced to me.

I know.

Then do you know

what they liked about Mr. Liu?

Because he's a lawyer.

Because he's honest and kind,

good-hearted,

not flashy, and won't bully anyone.

Actions speak louder than words.

May I ask both of you,

are we still having this toast today?

Don't be shy, everyone.

Let's eat, come on.

Come on, come on.

Zhou Jun,

why are you back alone?

Ms. Ruan,

the tension there was too thick,

so I didn't want to get involved.

Yu and Xu

are having a fight?

Don't worry,

that's how

relationships grow.

Don't worry.

So when you were dating,

you were like this too?

Exactly.

Retired now,

every day is so fulfilling.

Yeah, I just feel like

life should be about tea and books.

Right, right.

Dad, it's not convenient for you

to chat like this.

Zhou Jun, sit here.

It's Huaishong's seat.

Lawyer Xu

is so warm and thoughtful today.

I'm sure he won't mind.

No, I don't mind.

Come on.

Sit down.

Dig in. Come on.

You too, Mom.

Let's eat.

Are you happy, Mom?

It's been a long time.

I'm so happy, Xu.

Ms. Ruan, Mr. Qu.

Thank you for your help.

You're welcome.

The car is ready.

OK.

You're a big boy now.

Don't always stick to your mom.

Chengru, go.

This way.

Lawyer Xu,

do you know why

I'm so careful about

and especially careful about safety?

Why?

Because my father taught me.

Lawyer Xu

Do you know why

I especially obey the traffic rules

and am especially careful about safety?

Why?

Because my father taught me.

It seems that the quarrel is quite big.

I think

maybe we shouldn't

let Xu stay for dinner?

Let's see how it goes.

We already made plans.

Let me walk you up.

No need, Lawyer Xu.

The case is over,

and I won't

bother you like this again.

I have guests at home.

I'll go up now.

Goodbye, Lawyer Xu.

Here, have some water.

Mingying,

I feel like

the tears in my eyes

are the water

that got into my head

when I used to peek at him from the classroom railing.

Come on, wipe the water.

So embarrassing.

So humiliating.

Now,

whenever I recall

those days,

I just...

We just

spent a wonderful time together

a few days ago.

I thought Xu Huaisong

would hold your hand

and watch fireworks

this New Year's Eve.

Fireworks?

When we watched fireworks ten years ago,

he wanted to hold someone else's hand.

I even imagined

a mutual crush story.

I even fantasized

about doing this and that with him.

But from the beginning,

he knew I was writing about him.

He even discussed with me

this imagined story,

from the plot to the character design,

to the female lead's inner thoughts.

Whenever I think about it now,

I just want to disappear on the spot.

What I wanted to see were the fireworks,

but he was laughing at me.

He looks gentle and refined,

but why is he so indecent?

He has been secretly

laughing at me for so long.

It's not you who should disappear,

but him.

You're right.

Since I can't disappear,

I'll make him disappear.

Deleted.

You've thought it through?

As long as he doesn't exist

in your world,

your embarrassment won't exist either.

It's nothing serious.

I'll borrow your place to sleep for a bit.

You didn't sleep well?

I drank too much strong tea yesterday.

You should rest.

You go to sleep.

Lawyer Xu,

we don't seem

that close yet, do we?

Do you know

why they like Lawyer Liu?

Because he's a lawyer?

Because he's honest,

kind,

and doesn't bully people.

Actions speak louder than words.

The case is over,

and I won't

bother you anymore.

Goodbye, Lawyer Xu.

Pipi,

What should we do now?

Ruan Yu,

are you okay?

Mingying,

what's wrong?

I can delete the friend,

but what about my novel?

My inspiration is gone.

I can't

write anymore.

I understand.

The male lead has fallen,

how can you continue writing?

Maybe

just keep delaying the update.

But the readers are all waiting.

And the deadline in the contract

with your publisher

is

Getting closer and closer.

Don't worry about me.

I can handle the chief editor.

As for the readers,

if you force yourself to write now,

but it'll be a mess.

Isn't that

even more irresponsible?

Just

explain it well,

apologize to everyone,

and they'll understand.

[I've made an appointment with Mr. Zhang]

[for 10 AM on Monday, ]

[at this café.]

[I'll update you on your ex's progress]

[after the meeting.]

Your friend's ex-boyfriend's progress.

Alright.

Look.

I'd like to apologize to everyone.

I Really Want to Whisper in Your Ear

may have to be suspended.

I may need some time

to get back into the groove.

If I can't

continue this story,

I will refund the subscription coins

to everyone's account.

Thank you for your

support.

We will

meet again.

No, Da.

Our hero

hasn't found his love.

How can you just give up on him?

It's okay, Da.

Too much

has happened recently.

If this story

made you sad,

let's start a new one.

Why are you sitting there

in the middle of the night?

Mingying

Every time I close my eyes,

I see Xu Huaisong.

One of them

is like Hanazawa Rui.

The other one

is like Daoming Si.

You can't sleep

you are losing sleep.

Think about him,

he might be sleeping soundly right now.

Is it worth it?

No, it's not.

But I can't control myself.

You are almost

in a state of heartbreak.

That's how it is at night.

But even if you can't sleep,

lying down is also a kind of rest.

Come on up.

Hurry up!

Stop thinking.

He should be the one worrying.

Ruan Yu.

I'm here to apologize.

I'm sorry.

I should've told you earlier.

I shouldn't have kept it from you.

Leave now, or I'll call the police.

It's him!

-Forgive me. -Hurry up!

Stop asking!

Hurry up, drag him away!

Let me finish!

Ms. Ruan, I'm sorry.

I just want you to help me with...

Bullying my daughter,

and now you want me to help you?

No way!

Not even

a window!

[I'm sorry.]

[I should've told you sooner.]

[I want to explain to you in person.]

[Do you have time these days?]

[Ruan Yu, I saw your Weibo post.]

[You haven't updated your novel.]

[Is there a reason?]

[I mean, ]

[if it's]

[a legal issue, ]

[we can provide after-sales service.]

[Or]

[is there another reason?]

It seems that Ruan Yu

isn't planning to respond to me either.

I can see it.

Send another one.

If you consider me as your friend...

What do you mean by "if"?

I am his friend.

There's no "if" about it.

Just do it.

Wait.

Are you done?

Our schedule

is packed for today.

We can't afford any delays.

Finally.

Who's been

texting me nonstop?

Ruan Yu's reply.

Thanks for asking, Mr. Liu.

The hiatus is because the male lead

has broken character for me.

I'm no longer invested in this story.

What does "breaking character" mean?

In this context,

it means

the character's persona

The character collapses.

I'm not interested in

the male protagonist in the story.

Bro,

I can only help you up to here.

You go the rest of the way yourself.

By the way, this afternoon,

people from SG

will come to discuss the new annual cooperation.

Don't forget.

Jackson, welcome to Zhikun.

Nice to meet you.

Nice to meet you.

Don't worry.

I'm almost home.

How was it?

After a day of fun,

do you feel completely relaxed

and all your worries are gone?

The flashy world

is indeed the best elixir.

Tonight,

I'm sure I'll have a good sleep.

Of course.

I can sleep well too.

I'm going to take a shower.

You should rest early.

We have work tomorrow.

I'm home.

Love you. Bye.

Lawyer Xu, wear this.

It's new.

I bought it at the supermarket

after you visited my house last time.

Thank you.

How do you know

I'm from Suzhou?

[Ruan Yu, you're done.]

[The effects of the pills]

[seem to be wearing off too quickly.]

[I think just him disappearing isn't enough.]

[I might need to disappear as well.]

Ruan Yu.

Ruan Yu.

Young man,

stop knocking.

There's no one home.

Do you know where she went?

How would I know?

But this morning,

I saw her

leaving with

a big suitcase

during my workout.

She must be going on a long trip.

Why are you here?

Why can't I come?

What's up? You look down.

The rumors have died down,

and it's time to resume the novel updates.

But I just can't write anymore.

It's normal to get stuck when writing a novel.

You used to get stuck too.

Just relax.

This time is different.

The prototype of the male lead is right beside me.

How can I possibly

continue writing as if nothing happened?

Aren't you two just talking about work

and having a video call?

What's going on?

Did you turn Chapter 23

into reality?

How's that possible?

What can't be written?

Come on, let me see.

I'll find it for you.

I'll find it.

You, just sit.

Let me check the draft.

Here.

Here it is.

Ms. Ruan,

if I'm not mistaken,

you've only updated

like

five

words.

Do you even need to look for it?

The moment I open the document,

I don't think of Xu Huaisong

from high school,

but Lawyer Xu's face.

I can even hear

his sharp comments.

[On the day He Shiqian was on duty, ]

[he deliberately sweeps slowly, ]

[because Lin Xisheng is nearby.]

[Lawyers' time is very precious.]

[Lin Xisheng]

[also has photos of He Shiqian]

[taken at the sports meet]

[in the class teacher's camera.]

[Miss Ruan, ]

[I need to remind you that]

[taking photos of others]

[without their permission]

[carries certain legal risks.]

It's not that I don't want to write.

I just can't

put a word on it.

Based on my experience,

there are two solutions

to this problem.

Either stay away from him,

or get close to him.

You can try to get close to him.

Maybe you'll get new inspirations.

Get close to him?

But...

what if

I lose interest in him?

That's less likely

than you

getting back together.

I'm tired.

I'm gonna take a nap.

You're good.