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[The Outsider]

[Episode 27]

(That's a round forehead, and her face shows signs of good fortune.)

(She must be a competent woman.)

(But she's not my cup of tea. Pass.)

Has the Publicity Department had a meeting?

Make sure you verify the details with the sponsors

and the statistics standard shown on the product must be accurate.

Yes.

The duration is fixed.

As for the details, confirm with Ma.

Sorry, I'm a bit busy.

It's cool.

You...

A call came in.

Go on.

Hello.

Tell them it's impossible.

We've talked about this three times.

I don't want to hear this anymore.

You must keep the quality

in check.

Okay. I'm busy now.

Don't call me

in the next fifteen minutes.

You can continue.

I apologize.

I heard that you're an HR director.

Yes, I am.

And you?

New media?

Yes.

You're busy.

I'm used to it.

I heard that HR directors make a million yuan a year.

Who told you that?

Does the company need new hires?

Something's wrong with my information, then.

But it's fine.

I don't mind if the guy earns lesser than me.

I don't mind either.

Do you own your house?

Not with your parents.

Two rooms and two living rooms.

Where is it?

Xujiahui.

Do you have a mortgage?

Half.

Pay up all before we get married.

Your house isn't big enough.

You can sell the house, I'll chip in

to buy another house with four rooms and two living rooms.

We own the house together.

My parents will look after our children.

My brother is a college student,

and he will stay over occasionally.

As for the Chinese New Year,

we'll take turns to celebrate with our families each year. That's fair, right?

Yes.

By the way,

you're the HR director.

It shouldn't be a problem for you to arrange a job, right?

For my brother.

(She seeks instant benefits. Pass.)

Would you like anything to drink?

Coffee stimulates the central nervous system

and affects our sleep quality.

How about milk tea?

Milk tea is junk food.

My family never touches that.

Your family has a strict upbringing.

I can tell you're very disciplined.

Thank you.

Let's drink water, all right?

I don't drink cold water.

It's fine. Let's get straight to the point.

In fact,

I don't like blind dates.

But when I was told that you graduated from Tongji University,

I thought it was no harm trying.

Try?

A trial marriage.

You try this with graduates from prestigious universities?

Certainly.

With high-quality parents

come high-quality genes.

In fact, I think

Tongji is inferior

compared to my family's educational background.

I forgot to tell you one thing.

Yes, please tell.

Are you a genuine graduate of Tongji University, right?

I wouldn't accept it if you entered with a diploma.

I took a refresher course.

I think I'm below par, right?

Keep on laughing. Don't stop.

Are you tired of laughing?

Keep on.

I'm sorry.

I laugh so hard that tears are coming out.

Do you want a tissue?

Jeez.

Zhao Xiangqing.

Even if you have no interest in them,

do you have to oppose

your mom in this way?

What did you tell them?

Remind me again, please.

Refresher course.

Oh, refresher course.

Why did you do that?

I must stop laughing now.

My wrinkles are coming out.

[Dearest Mommy]

Hush. It's my mom.

Hello.

What were you up to?

Have you lost your mind?

Mom, please listen to me. I...

You're insane.

You worked so hard

to get into the High School Affiliated to Fudan University,

which is everyone's dream,

and graduated from Tongji University.

What's wrong with you to demean yourself like that?

You keep rejecting women you met on blind dates.

What kind of woman do you want?

You tell me now.

You should've asked me.

My request is simple.

I want someone normal,

simple, and frank.

I want someone I want to see

when I wake up in the morning.

Is that a person? That's money.

Cut that out.

I'm telling you,

stop calling me to go on blind dates.

I won't go again.

That's my decision. See you.

I feel sorry for your mom.

Hopefully,

I won't desperately call Kele because of this in the future.

Have you fixed things in your house?

Isn't that your neighbor's house had a water leak?

It should've been done before the Chinese New Year.

But afterward,

something went wrong during the water leak test.

Sometimes it leaks, sometimes it doesn't.

Should I find you a renovation team?

No need.

It's easy.

No, thanks.

It's a small deal.

It's trivial.

I can get it done myself.

They're just messing with me.

Perhaps this might end up with a lawsuit case.

Well...

This is for you.

Why do you give me this out of a sudden?

Don't be nervous. I won't borrow money from you.

I'll accept it, then.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

This is it.

I want the outcome looks exactly the same as the design.

Can you do this?

Yes.

But the budget...

Okay, understood. Don't worry.

Su Mo.

Sorry, I'll be right back.

Let's discuss it later if there's any problem.

Sorry to trouble you. I should've come to fetch it from you.

It's cool.

I have an appointment here.

I send this over because it's on my way.

Besides, this is an important document.

My mom shouldn't be so careless.

Ms. Zhang is preoccupied with work,

and she might make mistakes.

It's fine when she makes mistakes,

but when it happens to others,

she'll fire that person.

That's not fair.

Well, I got to go now.

I have a meeting later.

I'm off.

Bye.

What's wrong?

What's wrong with you?

I...

I tweaked my back when I played golf.

Golf?

Isn't that something

middle-aged men like?

Why did you play that?

I have to learn it even though I don't like it.

Did my mom force you to entertain the customers?

This is too much.

It's not within your duty, though.

No, it was Wang.

His friends

only play fancy stuff.

It's out of my depth.

Golf is the only thing I can practice at home.

Why must you learn that?

I need to have common hobbies with him.

Hobby?

Only the thing you like is called a hobby.

Why do you force yourself

to do something you don't like?

Did An force you?

No.

I always feel out of place

when we go out during weekends.

And it'd be boring if I only watch them playing.

That's easy.

You can do something you're good at when you two hang out.

A compromise should go both ways.

You shouldn't compromise all the time.

Well,

I can only play ping pong.

Ping pong?

Play ping pong, then.

Play ping pong with him.

That's fairer.

Stop teasing me.

Well, I need to head back

to work now.

Su Mo.

Work isn't always your priority

but your health.

I know.

Thank you.

You can go back yourself?

Bye-bye.

Wang Jian doesn't come home for dinner on weekends now.

It's not normal

for those who're in a relationship to stay home on weekends.

What's wrong, An?

Did I say something wrong?

Let's take a stroll after dinner.

Sure.

Have you had a bad dinner?

No.

I just said anything that came to my mind.

Let's have a chat.

Chen Yiting is back.

She might stay here for long.

What has it got to do with me?

You should tell Su Mo about this.

It's not necessary to repeat things

that have been said.

Women are emotional creatures.

You can tell them as many times as possible.

Do you know why Chen Yiting

has always been single?

I remember what happened.

I think you do too.

What makes you think I never told her?

I've made it quite clear.

In that case, why did you force Su Mo

to meet with your rotten pals?

Why did you force her

to do something she doesn't like?

You've crossed the line, Tianlin.

I know.

I wouldn't be saying this to you

if you were a good boyfriend.

You've finally spoken

your true thoughts.

Yeah, An.

Since we were young,

we have had arguments.

But we never fought.

I hope it stays the same this time.

I know I can be silly sometimes.

But there's one thing I know.

If the woman I love likes playing ping pong,

I wouldn't care

about those fancy sports

like horse riding or fencing.

They would mean nothing to me.

Why are you acting weirdly

by not telling me where we're going?

You'll find out later.

(Thank you.)

Ting, this is your favorite dessert

since you were young.

I had them prepare this for you.

Thank you, Aunt.

Come on, have a taste.

Aunt, please try the tea.

Sure.

It smells great.

Your dad sends me this tea every year.

Whenever I smell it,

I want to quit coffee.

If you like it so much,

I'll bring you more next time.

Sure.

Thank you, Ting.

Don't mention it, Aunt.

I heard

you and Ju'an went horse riding two days ago.

I just met him there.

An didn't ride.

Didn't he?

But fencing and horse riding are his favorite sports.

Maybe because someone can't ride a horse.

Is it Su Mo?

It's good, though.

Eventually, he'll get fed up

with her.

By then,

he'll appreciate you.

What if An keeps compromising because of her?

One who is used to lavish meals

may find a humble fare

interesting.

But don't worry.

He wouldn't have that forever.

Because Wang Ju'an knows

that Su Mo

just swings by his place.

By then...

What are you talking about?

You're back, Tianlin.

Why are you back?

Can't I be here?

Well, I'll leave.

Yiting.

I've started a studio.

You haven't been there, right?

Come on, let me take you there.

But I just arrived.

Stop listening to my mom's gossip.

What gossip did I talk about?

Do I have to spell it out for you?

Aunt didn't say anything.

No need to take her side.

Come on.

Go ahead.

I'll take my leave first.

I'll come next time.

Sure.

See you, Aunt.

See you, Ting.

You cousins should spend more time together.

Sure.

Yiting.

Tell me.

Do you really like An?

What are you talking about?

Listen up.

He and his girlfriend are stable.

No one can step in between them.

Do you think they're compatible?

Yes.

They make a good pair.

What a lovely couple.

What else?

Hush.

I'm thinking of other phrases.

Well...

You're at your wit's end.

Anyway, that's what I want to tell you.

Heed my advice.

Give up.

The more you persist, the deeper you get hurt.

Who told you I like him?

I only see him as a big brother.

But based on what I heard from my mom...

She mistook me.

Maybe my mom misled her.

I see.

They've always tried to set you up with An.

How come they haven't given up on that idea yet?

Don't blame them.

They're just kind.

Kind?

They're too manipulative.

My mom interferes

with others' relationships.

She thinks too highly of herself.

Wang Ju'an respects her because he's well-mannered.

But my mom has gone overboard.

Wake up, Yiting.

My mom

has no say

in An's love life.

Calm down, please.

I heard that the relationship between you and your mom

has just improved a bit.

Don't let it get worse again.

It depends on how she behaves.

You've never changed after all these years.

I'm still young and bold.

Well, I'm off.

Are you not coming to my studio?

You weren't there for the pop-up event last time.

I was abroad at that time.

I have plans later. I'll be there next time.

Drive safely.

Okay.

I've just had my lunch with the clients,

and I'm on my way back.

Have you taken your lunch?

Me? Of course I have.

Are you in BFC now?

Yes.

I went to the French restaurant you recommended.

Hello?

Hello, the signal is poor here.

Pretty lady.

I'm kidnapping you.

You scared me.

But I have no money.

Are you willing to inherit my debt?

Pretty lady.

You sure have a way with your words.

You almost got me.

What are you doing here?

I just came back from Ansheng Hotel,

and I saw you here.

So, I was planning to come here to accompany you.

This place is close to Ansheng.

Aren't you afraid that our colleagues would see us?

I have no choice.

My girlfriend is so busy.

I must find a chance to be with you.

So, I had to pretend I bumped into you here.

When did a bridal gown boutique open here?

This wedding gown looks gorgeous.

Just like the one I've dreamed of.

You know what?

When I was in the Business Development Department,

Lei told me she really wanted to get married.

Partly because of love

and partly because of the gown.

I found that a ridiculous thought.

But standing before this gown,

I think that's understandable.

Yes.

You're right.

It's not good if Ansheng's staff

see us here.

I want to make a call.

I need to go now.

Miss Su.

Mr. Shang?

It's been a while.

Has Qing contacted you?

No.

This old friend of mine

has never changed.

He always runs away at the sight of a wedding gown.

Back in the college days, he said

that he wouldn't get married in this life.

But don't mind it.

Maybe you're the exception to him.

See you.

Here's your favorite lamb chop.

Thank you.

Eat it before it gets cold.

Eat up.

I've done exceptionally well today.

The taste is wonderful.

I ran into Shang Chun yesterday.

Did you? Where?

In front of the bridal gown boutique.

Did he go there alone?

What did you talk about?

He was trying to drive a wedge between us.

I'd rather not talk about it.

Come on, don't stop there.

You're making me more curious.

What did he say?

He said you decided not to get married in this life

back in your college days.

But I don't think the words you said when you were young

still count.

It does count.

What do you mean?

I don't want to,

and I won't get married.

Are you curious about the reason?

Of course I am.

Mom, let's eat.

It's not a simple fling this time.

I was told that his by-blow has grown up.

Mom, I'm hungry. Can we eat now?

Eat all you want! Are you a hungry ghost?

Why should I get a divorce?

How could they persuade me to divorce?

If I do so,

you'll lose your value for existing.

Who gives you the right to bring home that by-blow?

Do you have no compassion?

His mother is gravely ill.

Compassion?

Does she deserve that?

Do you deserve that?

You!

We have An.

Why did you...

That's not enough!

Shut up!

You!

You always shut me down.

But you know what I mean.

I'll definitely bring the boy home.

You should be mentally prepared for that.

You!

Mom.

Go away!

(I can't forget how my mom looked at me that day.)

(I just don't understand)

(why a woman would yell at her child)

because her husband had an affair.

As time went by,

the row turned into the silent treatment.

(Except for me and the nanny,)

(no one in the house talked.)

(Things became worst than ever)

(when Siwei came.)

(He suffered a lot too.)

(When Wang Jian was born,)

(the relationship between my parents had improved.)

(However, my mom)

(was more indifferent to me.)

(Before she passed away in a car accident,)

I'd spent more time with the nanny at home

than with her alone.

Don't worry. I'm fine.

I'm mentally healthy

and full of positive energy.

I still love them.

I just lost faith

in managing a family.

I'm afraid I'll fail this responsibility.

May I confirm one thing with you?

Will you not marry anyone, no matter who it is?

We're in a comfortable state now.

We don't need any change, no?

That's what you think.

I received an orthodox upbringing,

and I think I'm a woman with a correct moral compass.

I won't deny

the influence brought by the family.

But you sound so sure that your marriage will be unhappy

because of your parents' failed marriage.

This assumption is simply unwarranted.

Su Mo.

Don't worry. I have my own principles.

I won't force someone to marry me.

But concerning the current situation,

both of us should calm down.

In fact,

you don't have to get married in these two years,

and you don't have to marry me.

But whether or not

you engage in marriage this life,

you ought to give it serious thought.

You're making it sound more serious than it can be.

What do you mean by "I don't have to marry you"?

You're obviously sulking now.

No, I'm not.

If I see marriage as the goal of love

while you don't,

there's no way for us

to stick to the end together.

Or do you think

we can never reach that far?

I won't be having a lavishing birthday party

this year.

So,

a simple gathering at home will do.

All right.

I'll list out the guests

before you review it.

You can work on this with Yiting.

Mo.

Please remind me,

if what I do

is lacking.

Sure.

The dessert tastes good.

Have a try.

Maybe later. I have work now.

It's good for Aunt to have you as her assistant.

But I feel pity for An now.

Both of you have a lot on your plate

and no one can look after him.

Now that you've said that,

I can tell your future husband must be happy.

He can save money for hiring a maid.

Lovers and maids are different.

Some people like attentive care,

while some seek spiritual connection.

These two are of different levels.

You better get this right.

If so, have you gotten An right?

The number of guests

is limited to 150 people.

But I think it's still a lot.

We can take Mrs. Liu of Xinli Group off the list.

She's not Ms. Zhang's relative

and has nothing to do with Ansheng's business.

But Aunt favors her youngest daughter.

She might want to set her up with Tianlin.

Tianlin is always unpredictable.

Love can't be forced.

Maybe they will develop feelings for each other

after spending some time together?

After all, Tianlin isn't like An.

He isn't averse to marriage.

Are you aware

that An resists marriage?

If you do, why do you still date him?

You're impressive.

You're eager to stay with him every day

even though you're not his girlfriend.

You're more impressive.

Don't you care

how people judge you?

I never care about that.

If you don't,

what about your parents?

Do your parents not care

about people criticizing you behind your back?

My parents have already met with Ju'an.

They're quite satisfied with him.

He has already met your parents?

You're making some progress.

Isn't this my tea?

Yes.

Ting brought me this when she came last time.

I know you'd want to have this taste.

Does she come here very often recently?

She meets you more often than me.

Why?

Are you jealous of me?

No, I'm worried about her.

Yanan, please be honest with me.

Did she come to you because of Wang Ju'an?

What is it?

Don't tell me you haven't given up on setting them up.

It was back then.

Wang Ju'an

once said that he wouldn't get married.

Did you forget?

No need to take that seriously.

Whatever.

Anyway, I heard

that Wang Ju'an has a girlfriend now.

But does Ting still want to pursue him?

What girlfriend?

Wang Ju'an has been single all these years,

but he announced that he had a girlfriend

right on the day Ting returned.

Do you really buy that?

He deliberately wants to let Ting know.

The young people are just bickering.

To be honest,

I think Wang Ju'an and Ting can make a good couple.

Think about this.

I'll retire sooner or later.

I must hand Ansheng Group over to my own people.

Wang Ju'an is remarkably capable,

but he goes against me all the time.

If he and Ting get married,

we can be one family.

If there are any conflicts in the future,

Ting can persuade him for me.

You're using Ting.

What good does this do to my family?

I'm not using Ting.

He's a perfect son-in-law choice

and you have Ansheng Group as your backing.

Why are you turning down such a good deal?

It's an important work call.

I need to take this.

Enjoy your tea.

Sure.

It won't take long.

Hello?

What's the matter?

Aunt.

It's you.

Tianlin.

Long time no see.

Yeah.

Look, you're younger.

What a honey-lipped.

What brings you here?

To visit your mom.

I heard

that you've been living with the Wang brothers.

Are you doing okay?

Aunt.

Are you here to talk about Yiting and Ju'an?

You know this too?

Well, does Wang Ju'an...

Aunt.

We're one family.

I'm hesitating

if I should tell you this.

We're family.

Shoot it.

You see,

my mom

only knows the side of Wang Ju'an at work,

but she's completely clueless

about his personal life.

I've spent a lot of time with him.

So, there are many things

only I know about.

What do you know about him?

He's weak.

I've seen his medical report once.

Don't you bluff.

I'm not.

This concerns my cousin's future happiness

and the reputation of my uncle as the president.

I won't lie to you.

Promise me,

don't say a word to my mom about this.

If she knows about this, I'll be doomed.

Nonsense!

Do you plan to spread the rumor

about the CEO of Ansheng being weak?

Are you happy now?

I don't mean to make it complicated.

As long as Aunt knows about it, it will do.

Do you think she'll believe your nonsense?

She only thinks

something's wrong with you.

Good.

She better not matchmake me with other girls.

I'm telling you,

don't decide anything for me.

I'll decide my own matter.

Do you think

people's willing to marry their daughter to you?

That's easy.

I'll find someone without parents.

Unless she's blind.

You have no idea how many followers I have now.

They all think that I'm gorgeous.

Song Tianlin.

I'm warning you.

Don't engage in any relationship online.

Do you hear me?

Do you hear me?

You even know about that stuff.

Since you know it's the era of the Internet,

so quit matchmaking.

Mom, you look young on the outside,

but you're an antique on the inside.

Get lost!

Sure, I will.

By the way,

I've been working hard for my career lately.

Stop calling me back for dinner.

I'm off.

I won't call you again.

Calm down, he's my birth son.

These are the sample cards of Ms. Zhang's birthday invitation.

She wants you to pick one.

Please sit.

Thank you for sending them over.

You're welcome. This is my job.

I'm envious of your job.

You get to see An

every day in Ansheng.

I came to Ansheng to work,

not for personal matters.

Besides,

I'm Ms. Zhang's assistant.

I rarely interact with Mr. Wang.

It's good to be professional at work.

But can you act

honestly?

What are you trying to say?

I like An,

but I've never pegged you as my rival.

I just want a fair and square competition with you.

But your conduct

isn't up to the mark.

How could you let Tianlin tell my mom about that?

What did Tianlin do?

Drop the act.

I've never thought of winning against you with the advantage I was born with.

But you actually resorted to such dirty tricks.

You've disappointed me.

However,

do you know what has happened then?

At first, my mom didn't allow me to date An.

Because all mothers

think their daughters are the best.

She thinks men who don't approach me

have bad taste.

That's why she didn't like Wang Ju'an.

But after hearing what Tianlin said,

she changed her mind.

The more people halt her from achieving her goal,

the more she wants to grab it.

As of now,

not only does she agree to me dating An,

but she also prepared

a handsome dowry.

Didn't your mom tell you

that An doesn't plan to get married?

Whether or not a man wants to get married,

it depends on who the bride is.

Well,

men want freedom when they're young.

That's why they say this all the time.

But things will change eventually.

Anyway, I'm still young.

I can wait for him.

And you? Do you have much time?

Are you so confident that he will come to you as long as you wait for him?

Given An's character,

money can't catch his attention,

but youth

sure can.

That's it for personal chatter.

We should talk about the birthday feast of Ms. Zhang now

and do our own work well.

Fine. Let's do it.

Excuse me.

How may I help you?

You've come up with three designs in such a short time.

You stayed up all night, didn't you?

It will make you age.

And An won't like it.

Even men with depth

wouldn't like aged women.

This world is cruel to women.

You can't simply juggle marriage with a career.

You can only choose one.

Regarding this,

it's my own business.

If the food isn't enough for you,

hurry up and choose the design.

Make the decision now.

If you're full now,

go get some fresh air outside.

Otherwise, you'll have bad breath from indigestion.

I was just cracking jokes

to entertain you.

Don't take it to heart.

(I can understand)

(that the conceited and proud Chen Yiting)

(doesn't allow herself)

(to lose in this fight.)

This is fine.

Aunt will like this.

(But she won't know)

(someone who survives adversity)

(will only be stronger)

(if the hardship can't take them down.)

(I won't allow you to stay beside An)

(for too long.)

(Sooner or later)

(you will know)

(all the efforts you've made)

(are for nothing.)

♪Straying into a glamorous banquet♪

♪We have no way back♪

♪Time is like water within the palm♪

♪We can't catch hold of it♪

♪Blundering around this city♪

♪To find ourselves a spot♪

♪Many people are smitten with the fantasy♪

♪I savor the taste of collapse♪

♪My heart becomes impregnable, then♪

♪Until anxiety and exhaustion♪

♪Are crushed down by me♪

♪Straying into a glamorous banquet♪

♪We have no way back♪

♪Time is like water within the palm♪

♪We can't catch hold of it♪

♪Blundering around this city♪

♪To find ourselves a spot♪

♪Many people are smitten with the fantasy♪

♪I savor the taste of collapse♪

♪My heart becomes impregnable, then♪

♪Until anxiety and exhaustion♪

♪Are crushed down by me♪

♪I savor the taste of collapse♪

♪My heart becomes impregnable, then♪

♪Until anxiety and exhaustion♪

♪Are crushed down by me♪

♪Refusing to muddle along in the darkness♪

♪Vulnerable and defeated♪

♪I see a silver lining♪

♪I make a desperate attempt to break through♪

♪I have been honest♪

♪I have fought♪

♪I want to protect you♪

♪We will overcome♪

♪We will experience♪

♪To be fortresses behind each other's backs♪