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♪That day♪

♪Nothing stays together forever♪

♪I've quit romance♪

♪Who hasn't failed again♪

♪Crying in death♪

♪And in life♪

♪Even now♪

♪We keep learning♪

♪It's no surprise♪

♪Being happy is so hard♪

♪Weirdly, I became a role model♪

♪On the day we met again, we said hi♪

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

♪Who can do anything without regret♪

♪I am all right♪

♪May you live in peace♪

♪Let the world roar♪

♪Sounds like a carnival♪

♪Being alive is never dull♪

♪How wonderful to be free♪

♪I became even better without you♪

♪Nothing can be perfect♪

♪We bless each other in pain♪

♪We nod and smile♪

♪May we both be well♪

= Love's Ambition=

=Episode 7=

Yu Yiming?

I'll try the eyeshadow.

Gone?

I'm right here.

What do you want?

I'll try the eyeshadow.

Go ahead.

This color looks nice.

Could you get me a lipstick?

Another color.

I used No.103 yesterday.

Get me No.105 today.

It looks good.

I'm leaving. Bye.

Wait. It does look good.

Why don't you buy one of the things

you just tried?

Why? I use the testers every time.

It's been a week, Miss.

Whether it's windy or pouring rain,

you'd show up at 5 PM sharp

to freeload makeup.

People might think you're here

clocking in for work.

An eyebrow pencil

only costs six yuan,

and you won't even buy one?

Wait.

What do you mean "freeload makeup"?

I need to try them on

before knowing what to buy.

Besides,

you don't limit the makeup trials.

(Trials up to 6 times a week.)

I never saw this before.

This rule was made specifically for you.

I just won't buy.

So what?

Save it.

This is consumer fraud!

I'll report you!

Focus on your job. Bye.

Mom.

I transferred the money.

Did you see it?

Don't be frugal with it,

calculating every egg for breakfast.

It's not expensive!

I know you work hard for the money.

Being alone in Jingzhou,

your health matters most.

I told you I can earn enough.

You don't know how much I make daily.

I have everything.

Okay, okay, okay.

I know you're capable.

But take care of yourself.

Wh-What are those?

These are all the testers you tried.

I brought you some new ones.

Do your makeup at home from now on.

Don't come to the counter.

If you keep pestering me there,

I'll only be serving you.

How will I make money?

It's almost expired.

The warehouse is so hot.

Qiao Lin, we're short-staffed now.

Can you do dispatch?

I can.

These.

Great.

Let me help you.

Thank you.

Wait. Wait.

Phone call.

Okay.

I can do it.

- Wait for me. - Okay.

Mr. Zhang.

An HQ meeting?

Got it. Be right there.

What's wrong?

Sorry. It's nothing.

I'm okay.

I told you to wait.

Be careful, will you?

Sorry.

My bad.

Go to the hospital now.

Just go. Leave it to me.

Sorry, sir.

Th-Then I'll go first.

- Just go. - I'm so sorry.

Works a little and demands payment.

I got it scheduled.

A top specialist appointment.

Your turn soon.

(No. 37 Qiao Lin)

Thanks, Guan.

Sure thing.

I'm okay. I'm okay.

We live together.

We help each other out.

If you ever need any help,

you must tell me.

Alright, I'm leaving.

Back to stream.

Leaving so soon?

I need money

to buy you bone broth.

Love you!

Going now.

Good luck.

Bye.

Wait here.

Now calling No. 37, Qiao Lin

to Examination Room 4.

Hold her.

God, will it hurt?

It's okay.

Relax your muscles.

You'll feel it, but hold on.

Well?

That's it?

Check it out.

It seems... better now.

Help her up.

Move it around.

Don't force it.

Okay, thank you.

I feel better.

I've realigned it.

No heavy lifting for three months,

and don't overuse it.

Otherwise, you might re-dislocate.

So... it heals this fast?

Will it hurt again?

If it hurts again later,

I'll come straight to you.

I won't pay the registration fee.

You really haven't changed.

Qiao Lin.

Yu Yiming?

(Yu Yiming)

(City ranking: No. 1)

Feels like we're growing apart.

Don't be sad.

We're all repeating.

We can hang out.

Exactly.

Think about it again.

Feel any better?

I actually feel worse.

I'll give you drugs for the pain.

You might not feel anything now,

but in 2-3 hours,

it might hurt.

Take meds if it's mild.

If severe, come for an X-ray

to check for soft tissue effusion.

Okay.

Thank you.

Been here long?

I arrived about two months ago.

You live?

I share an apartment with two friends.

Girls.

It's set back now.

But if any issues arise,

come see me immediately.

No registration fee.

Daily life will be inconvenient.

Contact your parents?

They're back in our hometown.

Qiao Yan?

Qiao Yan.

My letter.

Did you read it?

Take it back.

Yu Yiming.

I came today to tell you

I don't want to date.

I just want to focus on studying.

Other things aren't in my plans.

I won't disturb your studies.

I just wanted to say I like you.

I don't like you.

She goes by Xu Yan now.

Ever been in touch?

Have you?

No.

She came here for college, right?

Yes.

But she's too busy with work now.

My injury is fine.

I'm alright.

Bone injuries are serious.

Trust your doctor's advice.

If it's awkward for you,

give me her number.

I'll call her.

No, that's unnecessary.

(Jingzhou Yuekang Hospital)

I don't think she'll come.

Her work keeps her occupied.

You don't need to stay with me.

I'm fine on my own.

It's fine. I'm off duty anyway.

Xu Yan.

Yu Yiming?

Long time no see.

What happened?

Nothing serious. Just a minor injury.

If you're busy,

I'm fine.

You can go back.

It's been a long time.

How have you been?

Working at?

After graduation,

I stayed in Jingzhou.

That's good.

I work here.

An orthopedic doctor.

Thank you for today.

Of course.

You got married?

Yes, last month.

Though it's a bit late,

congratulations.

Now that your sister's here,

I'm relieved.

Take your drugs.

If anything, let me know.

Bye.

Let's go.

Okay, let's go.

Thanks for coming.

My room is right across.

Found a place,

got a job too.

Seems you're really staying in Jingzhou.

Stop meddling in my affairs.

Those two are my roommates' rooms.

Move out.

What nonsense are you saying?

Your bedroom's small,

with no private bathroom

and barely any furniture.

I'll find you a new place.

Who asked you to do that?

I'm not helping you.

Since you're staying in Jingzhou,

I don't need any trouble from you.

If not for Yu Yiming,

I wouldn't have called you.

Even if I got hurt like today

or die somewhere someday,

I'd never blame you for it.

Okay?

What?

The room right across.

Empty it.

Thanks.

Why are you inside?

No, no.

What now?

I said I'm not moving!

Why dismantle my place?

You have two options.

First,

have your parents take you home to recover.

Second, obey me.

Who's the elder sister here?

Don't think your success makes you king.

Don't touch my things!

Hands off my stuff!

Keep this up,

and I'll call the police.

Trespassing! You know that?

Make them leave.

Don't be ungrateful.

When we were kids,

you helped me fight.

I'm repaying the favor.

You remembered such a small matter?

It's fine. Not needed.

I don't need that.

But I must return it

so that I can feel no debts between us.

I won't move.

You won't move?

No.

Fine.

I forgot to tell you.

The new apartment's neighbor is Yu Yiming.

No need to move, guys.

Move! Move!

I must move!

Sorry about earlier.

Let me help you with that.

Here, I'll pack this.

Who is it?

Good morning.

Morning.

Qiao Lin.

Qiao Lin?

You're injured.

Your breakfast.

Thanks.

Have... you eaten? Join me?

I already ate.

Oh.

I'll send you the cafeteria menu.

You can give me a lunch order.

- Leaving. - Bye.

Bye.

(Jingzhou Yuekang Hospital Staff Cafeteria Weekly Menu)

Dad, Mom.

What's wrong?

It's so late. Why haven't you cooked?

Do you know

our whole family got tricked by that Qiao?

How?

I ran into Ms. Chen today on the road.

She used to work with Wang Yazhen.

Remember her?

Qiao Jianbin and Wang Yazhen

bought a storefront on Commercial Street

for a barbershop.

Already paid the down payment.

Think about it.

Where is the money from?

How would I know?

Are you stupid?

Their family is dirt poor.

How could they afford this?

Must've used our bride price money!

Never thought the girl

who acts so carelessly

would be so shrewd with money.

Good thing you didn't marry her!

Listen, son.

We need to get that money back.

We can't lose face and money!

(Qiao Lin, my parents want the bride price back.)

(But don't worry, I don't agree.)

(Because I still love you.)

(I won't hold this against you.)

(I'll come to Jingzhou tomorrow. Let's meet up.)

(The message was sent but rejected by the recipient.)

She blocked me.

Sorry, the number you dialed

is unavailable now.

Please try again later.

Phone's blocked too.

Qiao Lin.

This is too much.

Hello.

- Hello. - I'm looking for

the host of Family Feast,

named Qiao Yan.

She goes by Xu Yan now.

Do you have an appointment, sir?

No.

I'm sorry.

No visitors without appointments.

Could you call her to come meet me?

Her brother-in-law Lin Tao is here.

You can call her to come get you.

Thanks then.

You're welcome, sir.

Sir.

Who are you looking for?

Uh...

I'm looking for Xu Yan, the host of Family Feast.

Do you have a pass?

No entry without a pass.

Please leave now.

Get out of there.

No, I'll just be a moment.

Sir, please.

Leave immediately.

Thank you so much, Yiming.

You're very welcome.

We're high school classmates

and folks at home.

In Jingzhou,

we should help each other.

Besides,

Qiao Lin is my patient.

From now on,

if Qiao Lin needs anything

or gets in trouble,

please contact me directly.

No problem.

You know,

Qiao Lin's family and I

are always like this.

Thank you.

Actually, I can tell

you care deeply about your sister.

Why don't you just sit down and talk?

I like it this way.

We have our own lives,

keeping a distance,

and being at peace.

It's great.

Hey, Lin Tao.

Mr. Qiao,

do you have Qiao Yan's number?

Yan?

Do you need to contact her?

Yeah.

Alright, I'll look for it.

Sir,

don't bother.

I got it.

I know

you want Qiao Lin and me to be close.

But it's been too long.

There's no need.

Qiao Lin just broke up

and lives alone now.

With you next door,

I feel more at ease.

But please do look after her for me.

Don't worry.

It's appropriate

for me to take care of her.

Thank you.

Qiao Yan.

Why ask him to do that?

Who is he?

Who is he?

Lin Tao, calm down.

Qiao Lin and I went to high school with him.

That's all.

Hello.

I'm Yu Yiming.

High school classmates?

Then why let Qiao Lin move next door to him?

I know why Qiao Lin called off our engagement.

You schemed it, didn't you?

What did I do?

Take this out.

If you hadn't tricked Qiao Lin,

why would she come here

and get close to him?

Qiao Yan, what's wrong with you?

This is a public place.

Go outside, and we'll talk.

No.

Qiao Yan.

What's wrong with you?

Wait, hold on a second.

Wait.

You pushed me!

You seduced my fiancée, and now you're pushing me?

Qiao Yan.

You helped your sister cheat.

You two are disgusting.

Watch your mouth.

Go outside.

No.

Say it here.

Where is Qiao Lin really?

Get her here

and explain everything.

I want every detail laid out clearly.

I know where she is.

I'll take you there.

Go ahead.

No lying, huh?

What happened?

Sorry.

I'm not sure.

Ask this gentleman.

Sorry, are your clothes alright?

Yeah, thank you.

Hey, handsome.

What happened here earlier?

You are...

I'm Xu Yan's colleague.

I saw a man leave with her just now.

Are they...

I don't know them.

They bumped into me just now.

Sorry.

You teamed up

to help her cheat on me, huh?

This matter won't be swept under the rug.

What I just said simply

went through one ear and out the other, right?

Get her here

to explain it to me.

She'll swear that she has

no romance with that Yu.

You're pathetic.

Scared, huh?

Afraid she'll slip up.

Qiao Yan, you never speak the truth.

I'm leaving.

Two final things for you.

First,

you've broken up with Qiao Lin.

You have no connection anymore.

- I... - Second,

I forbid you from meddling in her current life.

I'm done. Understood?

Firstly,

the breakup was her unilateral decision.

I never agreed.

How can we have no connection?

She's my fiancée!

Your family accepted the bride price!

How much?

I'll pay.

This isn't about money!

I want her! Her!

I don't know.

Fine.

Won't talk?

Then I'll come every day.

I'll demand her at your workplace.

Hound your in-laws for her.

Didn't you marry well?

I'll show them what kind

of shameless things

you've been doing behind their backs.

Suit yourself.

Coming.

I'll get it.

Good grief!

He's completely insane!

Always looked down on me,

saying I couldn't help his career,

now falsely accusing me of cheating!

Well,

such madness!

I'm so pissed off!

What will you do?

He wants me to confront him directly?

Fine.

Talk to him directly.

Watch me beat him hard!

I won't recommend that.

It's unnecessary for you to drain yourself like this.

Since you broke up,

make a clean break from the past.

I talked with Lin Tao.

What he cares about

is your emotional loyalty to him.

But his parents only care about the money.

Don't worry about the money.

I'll handle it for you.

This way,

even if he causes trouble here,

his parents will stop him.

I don't need your help with this.

I'll handle it myself.

How exactly?

When will you handle it?

With what?

I...

By the time you got the money,

Lin Tao would have made this

public knowledge by then.

By then, my workplace,

the Shen family,

and everyone else would know.

I...

I thought

you were considering my interests.

Turns out you're just afraid your lies will be exposed.

Yes.

I did it for myself.

Because since childhood,

I've had to learn to prioritize myself.

I'm not you.

I don't need you causing more trouble for me.

If money can solve it,

I'll handle it.

Fine. I won't cause you trouble.

Consider this money a loan.

The rent for the apartment is also a loan.

I'll pay you back in installments.

Qiao Lin.

What?

What do you ever do besides acting tough?

I don't.

- Look at your arm! - I...

Who is this Lin Tao?

Claims to be your wife's

cousin's fiancé.

Investigate his employment status and social connections.

Understood.

Son, all the money's been transferred.

If there's nothing in Jingzhou, come home immediately.

I'm not going back. I need to stay here a few more days.

Quit while you're ahead.

Her sister has quite the influence.

Don't make enemies.

Exactly.

Mom, Dad,

if I don't find out

whether Qiao Lin called off the wedding

because she has an affair,

I'm never going back!

I'll hang up.

Lin Tao,

the reason I called you here

is to inform you the leadership

values your development highly.

Keep working hard.

Understood?

Sir,

you dragged me back from Jingzhou for this?

Sir, when I asked for leave,

I explained in Jingzhou,

I have urgent family matters.

Why make me...?

Isn't this about the account reconciliation?

We need you.

Well,

account reconciliation isn't my responsibility.

It's the emphasis on your career development.

Enough. Stop arguing.

Your leave request is denied.

You're staying here.

Why?

To be honest,

this leave request wasn't denied by me.

Mr. Zhou rejected it.

Mr. Zhou?

How did my leave request

reach the executive level?

I don't know.

Mr. Zhou called me this morning

asking about you.

I said you'd taken leave.

Leadership showed great concern,

telling me to recall you immediately.

They praised you

and told me to assign you more responsibilities.

Lin Tao,

tell me the truth.

What's your relationship with Mr. Zhou?

Nothing's going on.

Nothing?

But he specifically inquired about you.

Tao,

stop pretending with me.

The boss cares a lot about you.

You'll have a bright future ahead.

From now on,

don't take unnecessary leaves.

It looks bad for your reputation.

Alright. Get back to work.

Go on.

Honey, are you ready?

Almost there.

I'll count down from five.

Don't!

Five.

No counting.

Four.

Stop counting.

Three.

Two.

One.

Done.

You cheated!

You didn't even finish the count.

What kind of

dish

is this?

Isn't it obvious?

Shrimp-stuffed potato chips.

Why such a literal name?

They're delicious, really.

Try one.

Well?

Good?

As expected,

the chips taste like chips.

The shrimp tastes like shrimp.

Say it seriously.

This will be the featured dish in my next episode.

It's really that bad?

That's my fault.

Let me try another piece.

♪To reignite♪

Different now.

The chips carry shrimp flavor.

The shrimp tastes potatoey.

Just like you and me.

You carry traces of me. I carry traces of you.

Mixed together.

Amazing.

Okay.

Alright.

Let me taste your dish.

Codfish.

Have a bite.

Wait.

This isn't ordinary cod.

What is it?

It's Shen-family secret recipe cod.

Extraordinary cod.

Taste it.

Let me name this cod dish. Okay?

Fine.

We'll call it

Charcoal in Snowstorm?

It's completely charred.

That's a terrible pun.

Here, try it.

Fine.

Perfectly preserves the cod's natural fishiness.

Very good.

(Given Lin Tao's personality,)

(I thought he'd keep pressing.)

(But unexpectedly,)

(he suddenly vanished.)

I contacted Mr. Huang's office.

They said he is going abroad for inspection.

His schedule's packed.

Can't arrange a meeting now.

I also heard...

Heard what?

Out with it.

Speak.

Mr. Huang calls you the heir apparent.

He knows my funding's limited.

I have insufficient influence.

He is clearly avoiding me.

What's our next step?

Keep pursuing him?

Proceed as planned.

Thoroughly study his company's structure.

Okay.

(Plot Plan)

In short,

we shouldn't rush on this land deal.

Listen to your father.

If he doesn't approve,

Mr. Huang from Shouke won't risk partnering with you.

Right?

Alright.

Don't overthink it.

He's your father.

Every decision he makes

is for your benefit.

Tonight he's hosting Shifeng people for dinner at home.

Don't let your emotions show.

Give us a smile.

Got it.

Mom.

Haoming.

Have some fruits.

You're back.

You two chat first. I'll call you when dinner's ready.

Alright.

Sit.

What were you talking with Mom?

Nothing important.

Just some minor work stuff.

Good boy.

Have some water.

Pass me Bu.

Bu!

Let's go, Bu!

Can you sit?

Can you sit?

Sit.

Sit.

Shake hands.

Shake hands.

Come on.

Come on, shake hands.

Such a good boy.

Where are we going?

You'll see soon.

Let's go.

You found it.

I stumbled upon it accidentally.

I asked Hui.

She said you made this as a child.

Yeah.

This thing's pretty old.

When I was in elementary school,

my dad wanted to renovate this villa.

They made this opening and planned to fix it,

but I stopped them.

Then I made this instead.

How did you have such good craftsmanship as a child?

A little bear,

a small window.

It's gazing outside,

hiding here,

looking so lonely.

Maybe it wants

to hide all the disappointments and sadness

here inside.

Stay hidden and slowly process them,

only showing the happy side to others.

That's why I...

I added this little lamp,

hoping

it could chase away those gloomy feelings

and end its loneliness.

Haoming,

I know you care about me,

but I don't need you

to shield me from all your troubles

and worries.

I want to share your burdens

and anxieties with you.

Your happiness

makes me happier.

Thank you.

(Jingzhou Conrad Hotel)

Mr. Huang from Shouke Real Estate

is notoriously difficult.

I'm quite social-savvy,

but dealing with him

is like hitting a brick wall.

He's such an eccentric person.

If he's eccentric,

there must be some special backstory.

That's why you're smart, Miss Xu.

My husband mentioned

that Mr. Huang has an extraordinary relationship with his wife.

In their circle,

he's known for being a devoted husband.

Later,

his wife fell seriously ill.

Mr. Huang abandoned all business affairs.

He accompanied his wife,

seeking medical help both domestically and abroad.

In the end,

his wife still passed away.

Mr. Huang was devastated.

His temperament changed.

He never remarried.

From what you say,

Mr. Huang seems decent.

He has good character.

Meiling,

do you know

if he has any living relatives?

Even extended family?

There's hardly anyone left.

The couple never had children.

His mother-in-law is still alive.

I've heard all these years

he's been caring for her diligently.

He wants to be her caretaker for life.

But the old lady is stubborn.

She moved to a nursing home.

Mr. Huang couldn't change her mind,

so he relented.

In these business circles,

is there anything you don't know?

Not much.

Miss Xu,

thank you so much

for donating these supplies to our nursing home.

Ms. Han,

they're just daily necessities. No need for formalities.

Actually,

I should be thanking you

for letting us contribute.

It's not easy.

By the way,

do you have a resident here

named Yu Shufen?

Yu Shufen?

You know her?

She's someone my husband respected deeply.

I'd like to visit her.

Well...

Is there an issue?

Not really.

I just think

your visit might be...

Get out!

Get away from me!

Don't blame me!

It's your own fault!

You thief!

Shameless!

I told you to leave!

You...

I've said everything!

Not leaving?

Stop following me!

Utterly shameless!

So thick-skinned!

How dare you steal from me!

Back off!

I'll beat you up!

Utterly shameless!

What's left to steal?

You're shameless!

Stop dodging!

Stop dodging!

Miss Xu,

this is Yu Shufen.

Alzheimer's disease,

mid-to-late stage.

As you know,

for patients like this,

we can only provide

a comfortable environment.

Caregivers guide them through

Baduanjin exercises

and finger exercises.

This helps slow the disease's progression.

I said

leave!

Meatballs!

One, two, three, four...

What's Madam Yu holding?

Counting vegetable balls.

Vegetable balls.

Grandma!

Are the vegetable balls ready?

I'll be late for school.

Almost done.

You insisted

on having fried vegetable balls.

This dish requires a lot of effort.

We have to take it slow.

It's ready.

One.

Two.

Three.

Four.

Five.

Lately, we don't know why,

but the old lady keeps using soil from flowerpots

to make mud balls.

She claims they're her vegetable balls.

Flowerpot soil.

If accidentally eaten, isn't it unsafe?

At first, we were worried too.

We tried taking the mud balls

while she was asleep.

But after waking up

and finding them missing,

she threw a tantrum.

Said they were for her daughter.

In the end,

his wife still passed away.

We realized

she never actually ate them.

So we let her be.

Making vegetable balls?

Why this sudden craving?

Just felt like eating

your homemade vegetable balls.

Missing your cooking.

Alright.

Take a look.

Enough?

With this big bowl of yours,

you could make five platters!

First step,

add white sugar.

Adding sugar.

To draw out moisture.

Mix evenly, right?

Of course!

Need to repeat?

Mix it.

See?

Told you to come to Jingzhou.

I've said it many times.

If you're here,

you'd be sitting here with me,

teaching me directly.

I learn fast!

You stay put.

I'm not going.

I'm busy now.

These days,

I'm busy playing mahjong.

The neighborhood ladies say,

"Madam, at your age,

you should exercise your mind."

Alright.

I know

you have an exciting senior life.

I won't keep you

from your joyful golden years.

After mixing,

drain the water.

Then chop.

After chopping, add seasoning.

Chinese five-spice, allspice.

And some salt.

Also add eggs.

Don't over-salt!

Wait!

Slow down!

Speak slower.

Slow down.

My brain can't keep up with yours.

You play Go and chess daily.

So you forget things too?

You used to complain about me.

"You never remember what I tell you!"

Now it's your turn.

Yan.

♪Like fireworks that loved♪

♪Rushing toward the stars♪

♪Undaunted by pain♪

♪Fearless of flames♪

♪Even if just a fleeting sparkle♪

♪We shed tears♪

♪Deep blue seas turn to foam♪

♪We regained freedom♪

♪If you remember me♪

♪Then I'm pleased♪

♪I just wanna take my time tonight♪

♪To do all the things I said I'd try♪

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

♪I go drink, go party, and go dance♪

♪Even if I'm lonely♪

♪Cause I just have been hurt too many times♪

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

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

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

♪So I'll take my time♪

♪To reignite♪

♪The love I should deserve♪

♪When the time is right♪

♪You realize♪

♪It will all be alright♪

♪Cause I just have been hurt too many times♪

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

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

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

♪So I'll take my time♪

♪To reignite♪

♪The love I should deserve♪

♪When the time is right♪

♪You realize♪

♪It will all be alright♪