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All right, that's all for today.

You stay for a while.

Xing Zhen, you did a good job with attracting new sponsors

for the second season.

You found better partners than Mr. Zhang.

I heard from a friend about sponsoring a new program,

so I thought I should try.

I didn't think it would work.

The biggest selling point now is the prize money.

Not to forget the online voting that makes up 30 percent.

It will raise awareness online.

The next important step is to think of how to improve the show's content.

I've been thinking of several ideas.

Hopefully, I'll be able to impress you guys later.

All the best.

Thank you.

By the way,

do I have to invite the most popular Ye Bei couple back to the show?

Ms. Tang was in charge of that.

She knows the ropes.

But I think she's on leave right now.

So...

I'll call her later.

Don't worry about that.

-Okay. -Keep up the good work.

Wait for me!

You're too slow, short legs.

The sea is so beautiful.

I'm coming.

The sea is beautiful.

There's no end to it.

It's very beautiful and leaves a deep impression.

Why did you suddenly ask me out here today?

What's the matter?

It's something really big.

So I want to face the vast sea

and hope that it will work out.

A while ago,

I went to Sensoji Temple in Tokyo to pray for fortune.

I was surprised when I got a good fortune.

The fortune teller told me

to get rid of the fear of failure and results from my mind.

That I should move forward to my goals with full confidence.

I will then find what I'm searching for.

If I can do that,

I'll be able to find happiness.

And now,

I want you to have this good fortune.

Bei Erduo, I like you.

From the day I met you and gradually attracted by you,

and seeing you...

Seeing you left the show,

it made me realize that I need to be honest with myself.

That's why I'm confessing my feelings to you now.

Le Tian, thank you.

Thanks for letting me know that I'm still loved by someone.

So...

Can you be my girlfriend?

Le Tian.

You're a good guy.

But I've only thought of you as a good friend all this while.

Did I just get friend-zoned?

No.

I really think of you as my good friend.

You officially confessed to me, so I'm officially giving you an answer.

I'm sorry, Le Tian.

So are we still friends?

Do you mind?

What is there to mind?

I got rejected, that's all.

Would you prefer that I swear at you,

say you'll regret it and tell you to get lost?

I might really regret it.

Good then.

To comfort my poor little heart,

you'll have to go one more round with me.

-Are we going to cycle more? -Let's go.

Lizi, I need to talk to you. Call me back.

Where are you, Lizi? Why is your phone turned off?

Did something happen? What's the matter?

Lizi.

We've secured the sponsors for season two, but there are some issues.

Erduo can come back to the show. I need your help.

Call me if you see this.

Hey, Lizi.

Where did you go? Why is your phone off? Are you okay?

I don't want to be disturbed during my holiday.

You mentioned season two of the show. What's that about?

Do you mean Erduo can return to the show?

Yes, we found new sponsors for the new season

and there will be a prize pool.

So can we continue doing the show the way we want?

But you'll need to talk to Erduo.

After all, she was told to leave prematurely before.

I'm sort of in an awkward position.

So...

Okay, I'll look for her at her house tomorrow.

I'll persuade her.

How about Ye Shuwei?

I called him a few days ago.

And?

He said, "Oh. We'll see."

What is "oh" supposed to mean?

Don't fret. I'll pester him until he agrees.

But remember to tell Erduo that if she agrees,

she'll need to move in with Ye Shuwei again.

-Okay, talk to you later. -Lizi.

Yes?

Isn't there anything else we can talk about right now

aside from work?

Okay, we can talk about other stuff.

-So-- -Mr. Yu, can you check this for me?

Hold on.

I'll go to your office and check later.

What did you say, Lizi?

Lizi?

It's only 6 a.m. Who is it?

Aren't you on vacation?

Why did you show up so early at my house?

Whenever you laugh like that,

it means I'm in for trouble.

How could that be, Erduo?

Here, drink some water.

I'm always treating you so nicely, right?

What is with that look?

Tell me.

Is your family in debt?

I already told you.

Did you lose your saving for your studies?

Would you like to pay off the debt and save up for your studies?

Of course.

Are you used to being on the show now?

Do you not hate Ye Shuwei that much now and maybe even think favorably of him?

Just tell me whether or not you want to make money.

So would you like to go on the show with Ye Shuwei

and win some prize money?

Go on the show and win prize money?

Love in Progress Season Two is in the works.

Couples will fight to win the big prize.

The most popular Ye Bei couple will make a return.

The prize money for this time is only 500,000 yuan.

Considering your popularity,

Ye Shuwei's capabilities, and your ability to adapt,

you two will definitely be the last one standing.

Five hundred thousand?

Five hundred thousand.

It's easy to say it, but...

"But"? But what, dummy?

Look at your situation now.

Jobs at a breakfast place, cafe, and...

And there's the recording job and giving tuition to the little boy.

Why are you working so hard?

Isn't it for your family and your dream? Am I wrong?

Yes, exactly.

You have such a great opportunity now.

You two have the best chance at winning.

Why don't you think about it?

Let me consider it.

But I don't think Ye Shuwei would want to do it.

You should get Mr. Yu to ask him first.

I don't want him to feel obligated.

Right, I know you're the most thoughtful person.

We'll have a proper talk with the Great Ye, okay?

By the way,

if you two agree to go back to the show,

you'll have to move in with him again.

In order to prevent the same thing from happening again.

If Ye Shuwei agrees, it's okay with me.

Good girl, that's good.

Here, have an orange.

Ye Shuwei will definitely say yes.

A8 MUSICAL BUILDING

I'm here.

I'm coming now.

Hey.

Guess what? Mr. Xu praised me today.

That's good. It means you've improved.

Mr. Xu said I have a better grasp of portraying emotions.

He also praised me for my comprehension skills.

I'm so happy.

I think the compliment is better than any reward.

Anyhow, I'm thankful for your past encouragement.

Okay, how are you going to thank me?

-You want a thank you gift? -Of course.

You're thanking me so sincerely.

If He Yang and the rest give you a hard time later,

I'll stand up for you.

For sure.

Do you think He Yang dares to do that?

We never know, right?

I definitely will...

take the bullet for you.

Okay, I'll leave it in your hands then.

The forgotten are like bubbles

-A little touch and it breaks -Cheers, guys!

-There's a reason for the yellowing -You can drink a lot.

-Yearning slowly diminishes -The wine is good.

Your face from the past That emerged in the breeze

-Has been sent up to the sky -Eat some more.

-I am among the rapid pace of the city -Are you two sober?

The boss is here.

The boss is here. Hi, Erduo.

-Have a seat, guys. -Over here.

He Yang, happy birthday.

Thank you.

-Everyone, have a seat. -Sit.

Did you make this yourself?

That's right, I made it.

There's nothing like it on Taobao.

It's exquisite, one of its kind.

I love it.

-Thank you. -You're welcome.

How about we get the boss to sing the next song?

Yes, good idea.

Sir, sing for us.

Yes. Come on, sir.

That's right. Sing a song for us.

How about this?

I'll sing a song to spice things up.

-Good! -Nice!

Sir, have a drink.

Have a drink.

Let's have a toast to the boss.

Come.

Fill up your glass. You're always cheating.

-Okay. -Gosh.

-Okay, a toast to the boss. -Cheers.

-Cheers! -Cheers!

The reason I'm shedding tears

Is not just because of the wine last night

The reason why I can't let go

Is not just your kindness

How much farther is this road?

Okay, close your eyes. It's night time.

Now, I'm going to choose the policemen.

Policemen, open your eyes.

Confirm your partner, policemen.

Policemen, close your eyes.

Now, I will choose the killers.

Open your eyes, killers.

Confirm your partner, killers.

Killers, attack your target.

Killers, close your eyes.

Policemen, open your eyes.

Who do you wish to inspect?

This.

Close your eyes, policemen.

It's day time.

The one who died last night is...

He Yang.

Wait, it's my birthday and I'm the first to die?

Any last words?

All right.

I'm the policeman. You guys figure it out.

Killer, open your eyes.

Who do you want to attack?

Killer, confirm your target.

It's day time.

Game over. The good guy wins.

Who won?

-What happened? -The good guy won.

Why did you kill yourself?

-Right. -Sorry.

It's my first time, so I didn't know the rules.

You're actually bad at games?

I guess smart people mess up too.

The boss is better than that.

-Let's drink. -Drink!

What's wrong with being dumb sometimes?

What I'd like to know is why you

avoided inspecting me just now.

It's no fun if we catch the culprit so soon.

I need to go to the toilet.

Why did he have to get so close?

-Le Tian? -Erduo.

Why are you here?

It's my friend's birthday today. What a coincidence.

Right, didn't I tell you a friend of mine is celebrating his birthday?

We're gathering here.

What time are you leaving then?

Why don't I take you home?

It's fine.

Have fun with your friends.

I can go home with Ye Shuwei.

Ye Shuwei?

Yes, the birthday boy is his colleague.

That's very generous.

You're invited to his colleague's birthday?

Generous?

Family members are always welcomed.

Any problem with that?

Mr. Ye, I think you used the wrong term.

You might be going overboard there.

Someone seems to think they know a lot.

Aren't you two no longer together after the show ended?

Who said we're breaking up?

We're going to continue the relationship.

Season Two.

Yes.

Sir, are you taking part again?

You didn't say anything to us.

There's nothing much to say.

But since someone thinks that the two of us have broken up,

I reckon I should clarify it.

The party is over. I'll take you home.

Let's go.

Le Tian, I'm--

I wanted to get some fresh air,

so I'll walk you to your house.

Mr. Yu probably told you about their plans for the next season.

So what you said just now,

about taking part in season two,

did you mean it?

Why? Aren't you taking part?

That's not it.

I just think that...

this isn't like you.

Are you saying that you know me very well?

Then tell me,

how should I be?

I think you wouldn't let others control you.

Nor disrupt how you live your life.

And you wouldn't go against your own principles

to do something you don't like.

So I think that

you wouldn't want more people to think that I'm your girlfriend.

Right, I don't want that.

I get it.

This kind of pretend show only brings stress to the people involved.

So what now?

Don't you want the money?

Don't you want to realize your dream?

There's prize money this season.

Of course, I want the money.

But every person has their own limits.

If you're not keen,

I won't do it.

After all, if it causes inconveniences,

I wouldn't feel good about it.

"All road leads to Rome."

There's always a way.

Actually,

the money isn't that hard to earn.

You can continue your studies

and realize your dream.

What do you mean?

Are you willing to do it or not?

Listen carefully to what it is I'm not willing to do.

I don't want to be controlled.

I don't like being disturbed by people I don't care about.

But...

there's one thing you got right.

I don't wish more and more people

to mistakenly think that you are my girlfriend.

Basically, the conclusion is that

you'll take part in season two, right?

You can say that.

I have one more question.

You're not allowed to date anyone during this period.

Are you okay with that?

I'll be dating you, won't I?

What if your parents ask?

They don't care about my personal life.

If they do ask,

I'll just tell them the truth.

All right.

I agree too.

If you agree,

you need to know that from now on,

you can't be in contact with other guys but me.

Don't create another huge mess like last time.

I know.

I'll be careful about that.

I know we're going to continue our partnership.

I have my own professional ethics too.

"Professional ethics"?

I'm not only talking about our partnership.

I mean you can't have any contact with the opposite gender.

Don't even think about it.

-I'll try my best. -Try?

Not even my idol?

How shallow.

Ye Shuwei, don't underestimate the power of the idol.

Bei Erduo.

I will not be swayed by this.

So you need to make sure that you stay loyal to me.

Good night.

Good night.

LOVE IN PROGRESS

That's all for my proposal. Thank you.

PROPOSAL FOR LOVE IN PROGRESS SEASON TWO

Okay, Ms. Tang and Xing Zhen have presented their ideas.

Any comments?

Speak up if you have any ideas.

I'd like to hear Ms. Tang's opinion.

She was in charge of season one.

Are you sure you want to hear my honest opinion?

Okay, I'll start with your first idea.

Sending the couples into the jungle.

Is this Survivor or Law of the Jungle?

Second, replace the name tag ripping with armband stealing?

Third, not running a restaurant, but a hotel.

Fourth, no pretend fights, but hidden cameras?

Should I continue?

That's enough, Ms. Tang.

I admit that I took some inspiration from the variety shows of other countries.

But I don't think it's considered as plagiarism.

There are countless variety shows

that recycle the same ideas over and over again.

Are there any original ideas?

They wouldn't dare to use them even if they did.

That's because a variety show

can only survive with a promising viewers rating.

Is there any original idea that is both marketable and popular?

All the ones that people talk about

-are what you consider plagiarized, no? -What kind of reasoning is that?

Only the original idea is competitive.

You can't copy a certain idea just because it's popular.

Sponsors aren't dumb.

They invest in our program

because they want to increase exposure through the show.

If there's a clear example that worked presented to them,

why would they choose something unknown that bears more risks?

You know what? The audience isn't dumb too.

The Internet is so widespread.

They'd know right away if you copy others.

And then our show is going to be slammed to the ground.

That's not a bad thing.

Getting slammed means exposure. Exposure will bring us the viewership.

Isn't that better than getting no feedback?

Besides, most of the audience don't care about such things.

They only want to have something to keep them entertained.

Even if they find out,

they wouldn't make a big deal of it because they enjoy watching our show.

Moreover,

I only took bits and pieces from here and there.

-I didn't copy the whole show. -So you're--

Stop it, that's enough.

That's all for the meeting today.

You're dismissed.

Ms. Tang, come to my office.

Erduo.

Erduo.

Wake up.

Didn't you hear me call you?

I said get up.

Mom, I want to sleep some more. Don't disturb me.

Sleep more?

The carpenter is here.

-What carpenter? -Hurry up.

The carpenter is here?

-Get up. -Why is he here?

How do I know? Get up, hurry.

He's downstairs.

Why did you pack your luggage?

I forgot to tell you.

The show, Love in Progress, is doing a second season.

I need to move there.

I know the family is in a bad state.

You're working hard.

Okay, hurry up.

-Hi, ma'am. -Hello. Sit down.

-You sit too. -Take a seat.

Thank you.

Here, have some water.

Don't trouble yourself. I'm leaving once Erduo is ready.

Still, you're a guest.

A guest should be served.

-Drink some water. -Thanks, ma'am.

So, carpenter...

I mean, Ye.

I'm Ye Shuwei.

Ye... I'll stick with Ye.

Actually, I'd like to speak with you alone.

Firstly, I'm really grateful that you're willing

-to go on the show with Erduo. -Just a bit longer. I'm almost done.

What? You should go after you eat.

It's fine, Mom.

-We're leaving. He doesn't like Chinese-- -Erduo.

Let's go after breakfast.

An apple is not enough for breakfast.

Come, let's have breakfast.

Come on.

Hurry up.

-Come. -Thank you.

Don't just eat the porridge. Try the side dishes.

It's a bit too long.

-Does it taste good? -Yes.

Try the pancakes after this.

I made it myself.

-Here. -I'll have one.

-Yes, please. -Thanks.

You're welcome.

Eat your food.

It's good.

I'm glad you like it.

Mom, I'm already full.

-I'm going to finish packing up. -Okay.

Have a seat first.

Just get straight to the point.

Lizi.

Xing Zhen was the one who secured the sponsors.

So it's okay to go along with her copied ideas?

I don't think all of them were copied.

Certain points should work if we make some changes.

Since when did you lose your principles?

You're overthinking.

This whole time, Xing Zhen has been putting a lot of effort into this project.

She did her research and gathered a lot of data.

You can't just deny her hard work.

Furthermore, it's all for the sake of the show.

First, you bow down to money.

Now you bow down to fame, is that it?

No, Tang Li.

Can you not talk to me in that condescending tone?

Am I not doing this for the company?

I have to build up our name first,

before you can have the power to do what you want.

-So you're doing all this for me? -Who else?

Okay.

What if I quit the show?

Will you not use her proposal?

Can you not talk about things like they're the same?

We all want the best for the show.

Why can't we just talk through our differences

and figure out the best solution for the problem?

I've figured it out.

You're the one who needs to.

FIRST STEP OF BECOMING A VOICE ACTOR

Come and sit.

Thanks, ma'am.

You're so polite.

We should continue our conversation that Erduo interrupted.

Go ahead.

I will be honest with you.

Recently, something happened to our family.

It's quite a serious matter.

And I'm the one to be blamed for it.

But my dear daughter has never blamed me.

My biggest wish for my daughter

is for her not to dream for something out of her reach,

but to live a simple life.

But then again, my daughter is exactly the kind that dreams big.

I'm sure you know.

When you have a dream, you need to work harder for it.

You need to sacrifice more.

Look at her now.

She is studying and working at the same time.

She's working multiple jobs too.

So, do you understand what I'm saying?

Don't worry, ma'am.

I won't get in her way.

I'm glad to hear that.

Anyway, I do know some good girls.

I'll keep an eye out for you.

-Let's go. -Are you finished packing?

What were you two secretly talking about?

Nothing.

-Okay, go on. -It was nothing.

-We should go. -It's nothing.

-Feel free to come again. -Okay.

Come.

-Thanks for driving her. It's nothing. -Sure.

Hurry up and go.

-Come. -Bye, Mom.

Sleep early. Don't stay up late.

-Bye, ma'am. -Bye.

Bei Duofen.

Bei Duofen.

Bei Duofen.

Did you miss me? Come here.

Have you realized you haven't visited for so long?

I didn't do it on purpose, Bei Duofen.

I've been really busy.

But it's fine now.

We can see each other every day. Are you happy?

Happy.

I mean for Bei Duofen.

Obviously.

Am I the nicest to you, Bei Duofen?

Am I?

What's wrong? Why are you standing there?

Did you decorate this by yourself?

I recently renovated my room.

So I renovated this room too.

This bed is awesome. You even changed the bed?

I probably wouldn't want to get up from this bed, ever.

It's better for you not to step outside.

Who told you girls must like pink?

You're being chauvinistic.

I like the blue color, just like you.

I need to go to the workshop.

Take your time to unpack.

Did you notice that the boss is in a good mood lately?

It's very obvious.

The only thing lacking is having the word "happy" written on his forehead.

Not just happy.

It's love.

You go.

-It's you. -Yes, I'm looking for Ye Shuwei.

I've got some high-quality spruce wood.

Come in.

Sir, there's a lady looking for you, with some high-quality spruce wood.

I'll be right there.

Ye.

Ye, I really do have good materials.

I'm sure you need it.

Hear me out, Ye.

I've got a friend who is a wood supplier.

He got a batch of high-quality spruce wood lately.

This is a sample from the batch.

It's the best material any violin maker could wish for.

I bet with your skills,

you'll make the best violins with this wood.

We should go.

What are you doing?

It's starting to get interesting.

I've never seen a man nosier than you.

The best is yet to come.

Subtitle translation by Jay Wong