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♪Once I was adrift on the boundless sea♪

♪I looked up but didn't see the stars or the moon♪

♪No one cared who I was♪

♪Stuck in the long dark night I stumbled around♪

♪Once I went through a lot♪

♪Beside me, you smiled♪

♪When we talked about dreams back to back♪

♪All the regrets became precious♪

♪So, however cold, dark♪

♪Or disappointing it is♪

♪However hard, difficult or confused I feel♪

♪You're the answer and my eternal faith♪

♪I want my own light and fly up with you♪

♪Where you can hear the pounding of clouds♪

♪I want my own light and even if the future is checkered♪

♪I'll always be there with you♪

♪Toward the light♪

[Be Your Own Light]

[Episode 17]

If your camera movements

are poorly organized,

they are just flashy.

Of course, these aren't the worst part.

Aren't these the worst part yet?

You're already battering me.

The worst part is

that you simply haven't grasped the essence of gourmet cuisine.

Wait. I'm a cook,

and you're telling me I lack an understanding of the essence of gourmet cuisine.

In ancient China,

gourmet cuisine was not merely about satisfying cravings.

It also encompassed literature,

art,

and a way of life.

For example,

do you know the origin

of this Sanjidi Soup you just made?

I learned it in Culinary School.

Mind passing me a chair?

Here you go.

Take a seat.

In ancient times,

the top three scholars in the imperial examinations

were collectively known as "Sanjidi".

During the Qing Dynasty, there was a Guangdong Number One Scholar

named Lin Shaotang

who liked to make soup using pig liver,

pork, and pork tripe.

He metaphorically associated these three ingredients

with the top three scholars,

and thus the soup

became known as "Sanjidi Soup".

This is new to me.

Where did you learn about all this?

This is a Hakka dish.

I came across it

in a book about Hakka culture

that I introduced before.

That's one thing I've learned today.

Let's move on to the next video.

[Today,]

[I'll show you guys a new dish.]

[So, what are we going to make today?]

[It's Dongpo Pork.]

[I believe many of you have tried this dish,]

[but don't know how to cook it.]

[So today...]

Since you're making Dongpo Pork,

why don't you start by talking about Su Dongpo?

His poem "Ode to Pork"

could be a great segue for the dish.

What is "Ode to Pork"?

Clean up the wok, and add a small amount of water.

Light up the hay and firewood, and cover them to reduce flare.

Wait patiently, as good things take time.

Adequate time makes the pork perfect.

What does it mean?

I'll send the poem to you later.

Alright.

Do you know

how Su Dongpo felt

while making Dongpo Pork?

I'm not familiar with him.

I don't know how he felt.

He was at the lowest point in his life,

but he didn't succumb to despair.

Instead, he worked even harder

to find small joys and happiness in life.

So, Dongpo Pork is not just a gourmet cuisine,

but it also reflects

tranquility and optimism.

By the way,

if I want to

cook Yuxiang shredded pork tomorrow,

how should I start?

In the list of unsolved mysteries in the world,

there comes the question of why Yuxiang shredded pork has no fish.

Yeah. Why isn't there any fish?

You don't know, do you?

No, I don't.

If you can unravel this mystery

while teaching everyone how to make this dish tomorrow,

your culinary show will be halfway to success.

You got a point.

But what's the answer?

I don't know the answer.

You really don't know?

Yeah. I don't.

I'll tell you later.

Alright.

What else?

Oh, can you help me take a look at this?

Yuanyuan.

Did you block me?

Yes.

Why?

What do you think?

But I've already explained everything to you.

Why are you in such a hurry to leave?

Let me go.

I've waited two hours for you here.

So what?

Yuanyuan, I was wrong.

I shouldn't have met with Lan Yu,

and I shouldn't have let her manipulate me,

but I swear she was the one who made the first move.

She called me first,

asked to meet me,

and even held my hand.

So you're blaming her for everything.

No.

I admit

that I was out of my mind that day.

After all, we had a relationship in the past.

But I promise

I will never meet her again

in any way.

My heart belongs only to you, Yuanyuan.

Can you forgive me this time?

I'll buy you whatever you want.

Anything is fine.

Zhou Jiaqi,

I understand that you two

have an unforgettable past.

I also respect that.

In fact, it doesn't really bother me.

So there's no need to talk about forgiveness.

Yuanyuan, if that's really what you think,

it would be amazing.

I must admit,

when I saw you two being intimate

and smiling happily together,

I felt uncomfortable.

But after calming down

and thinking it over,

I think

Lan Yu is an outstanding

and capable girl

from a well-off family.

It's understandable why you can't forget her.

You two are a perfect match.

Yuanyuan, it's not like that.

I'll give my blessings to you both.

What do you mean?

It means I'm breaking up with you.

You are free now.

You can openly

date Lan Yu now.

Is that clear enough?

I wish you both the best.

Yuanyuan.

Stop following me.

Yuanyuan,

please don't be mad.

I swear I won't see Lan Yu again.

Just forgive me this once,

okay?

Yuanyuan,

I will never break up with you.

Never.

Yuanyuan.

Yuanyuan.

[Jiangdu Broadcasting & TV Station]

Guys, may I have your attention?

Attention, please.

The latest comprehensive evaluation results are out.

We are back in the top spot.

Our audience reputation ranks first,

program influence ranks second,

social impact ranks first,

information accuracy ranks first,

program budget cost ranks ninth,

economic benefit ranks fifth,

and the overall ranking is first.

Amazing.

Gosh.

I can't believe this.

Yang, take a look at this.

Why do you look upset?

I'm not.

But Zou is still having a meeting with the editorial board.

Who cares?

Guys, our leader is having a meeting with the editorial board.

We must be getting a bonus.

A bonus.

You need to treat us to a meal.

Yeah, treat us.

Buy us something.

Buy us a meal.

Ms. Bai should be the one doing that.

Treat us to a meal.

Yeah.

Now, let's move on to the next agenda.

Wait, before we move on,

I have something to say.

Respected members of the editorial board,

leaders,

and colleagues,

I have decided to resign from my position as the Advertising Center Director.

Qiu Yang,

what do you mean?

I feel disheartened

by the relentless efforts we put

into meeting the revenue targets

for the channel.

We were achieving progress

but faced limited cooperation from other departments.

Some even backstabbed us

behind the scenes.

I can no longer continue

as the Director under these circumstances.

Mr. Qiu,

you can't put it this way.

The News Center did not backstab you.

Instead, we are constantly providing support and opportunities for your team.

Was exposing Dadi Real Estate

a way to support us?

Do you know that

we lost five million in advertising revenue

because of your coverage of this news?

A whopping five million, you know.

Mr. Qiu,

you may only have noticed the loss

that the Advertising Center suffered,

but what concerns me more

is the substantial impact

of the flourishing new media on traditional media.

In the face of major public opinion issues,

if we continue to turn a blind eye,

we will truly be left with no way out.

So you mean I lack a sense of the bigger picture?

No.

I'm trying to say that we're in the same boat.

Enough arguments.

At this critical moment when the Party Central Committee

is making significant decisions and arrangements to promote media convergence,

you are backing out and abandoning your responsibilities

just because of some difficulties.

Is this the behavior expected of a media professional?

I'm just...

You prioritize economic gains over social benefits.

Are you fulfilling your role as the Party's mouthpiece?

We've checked.

That night, someone used this computer

to log into He Huan's account

and deleted the data.

Are there any CCTVs here?

We don't have them here,

but there are some in the hallway.

Alright.

Ms, Bai,

look.

There were dozens of people going in and out

of the editing room at that time.

Why don't you tell me their respective departments?

I can help you narrow down the search.

Mr. Huang,

I only said I wanted to resign

in the heat of the moment.

Qiu Yang,

I understand

the Advertising Center's struggles,

but amidst the hard work,

I suggest that

you all carefully consider

our advantages

compared to other media.

Can we utilize technological advancements

to create more communication channels?

Can we innovate our communication methods

to achieve both social and economic value?

From now on, the Advertising Center

will do more research on breaking through the limitations.

Regarding the News Center...

Zou,

you've been doing well lately,

but the News Center alone

is not enough to support the entire television station.

We are still lacking in this regard.

In the future, we will strengthen

communication and cooperation with the Advertising Center

and all departments of our channel.

That's right.

My dear colleagues,

we are currently facing

unprecedented challenges.

Yet at the same time,

we are living

in a rare era of opportunities.

I believe that

as long as we adhere to our principles, embrace innovation,

and actively promote deep media integration,

we will be able to create

a new influential

and competitive mainstream media.

Mr. Huang, please rest assured.

The Advertising Center will bravely embrace the challenges.

As always,

content is the key.

Successful integration hinges on prioritizing content

and using its strength to gain a competitive edge.

Mr. Huang,

don't worry.

The News Center will unswervingly implement this

without any exceptions.

We lost five million just like that.

Aren't they going to give us an explanation?

I've already received a scolding from Mr. Huang,

and you're still expecting an explanation.

Why did he scold you?

He said we're putting the cart before the horse.

But we're just doing our jobs.

As advertisers,

generating advertising revenue

is our primary job,

but we must never sacrifice the channel's influence

for the sake of the advertising revenue.

That would do more harm than good.

You're right,

but if we fail to meet the advertising targets,

the channel's viability will be at risk.

How do we find a balance?

Exactly.

So,

our goal is to prioritize economic gains,

but we must also ensure that

it doesn't compromise social benefits.

This is surely challenging.

Yeah.

We can only grasp the nettle.

Understood.

Then I'll get back to work, Mr. Qiu.

Coming.

Hi Huan.

What's wrong? Come in.

You can keep your shoes on.

I didn't expect your visit. My house is still in a mess.

What would you like to drink?

Coffee, wine, or tea?

It was you, right?

I didn't do it.

I know it's you.

Gosh, I didn't delete the video.

How do you know that I'm talking about the video?

I didn't mention anything about the video yet.

Moreover, only me, Bai Yang,

and Lin Jinglan

know that my video was deleted.

Exactly. Lin Jinglan was the one who told me.

Have some water.

Actually, many people in the News Center

know that my video was deleted,

except for Lin Jinglan.

She was on sick leave these past two days.

How did you do it?

How did you get my login password?

I don't have your login password,

but I saw your phone's password.

And vehicle registration.

And your original invoice when buying the car.

Oh,

and your bank card.

I tried entering it on the computer,

and it worked.

Do you realize that you'll get me into a lot of trouble?

I know, Huan.

Everyone will probably suspect you

since all the data in your system has disappeared.

I thought of that.

But you weren't at the station at that time.

I thought you could clear your name.

Even if I could clear my name,

it doesn't change the fact that you tried to frame

and set me up.

I know.

I understand what you mean, Huan.

I was out of my mind,

and I rushed into things.

You are my best friend.

How can you do that to me?

I'm sorry, Huan.

Will you report this matter to the higher-ups?

What do you say?

This is a really big deal.

I know, Huan,

but please don't do this.

I'm begging you, Huan. You can't do this.

If the higher-ups find out the truth,

the channel will definitely fire me,

and I'll lose everything I have.

-My job. -You shouldn't have done this initially.

Yes, I know.

I was wrong, Huan.

Please, Huan.

I see you as my best friend.

You have to help me, Huan.

You must help me.

It's too late to say this now.

Huan, please calm down.

Huan.

[He Huan]

Hello.

[Bai Yang,]

I know who...

[What do you mean?]

Let me level with you.

Not a single dealer in the whole market

will give you as much as 650 grand for this car.

I'll buy it.

[Hello, are you still there?]

Yes.

What were you trying to tell me?

I know who is your fan.

One of my mom's friends is a big fan of you,

and she wants some autograph from you.

Sure.

I'll get them to prepare it.

[You can take as much as you want.]

Remember to pass them on to me.

Bye.

Bye.

Hello.

[Hello, I'm calling from City Express Delivery.]

[You have a package. Please come downstairs to pick it up.]

Are you Ms. Zhao?

Here's your flower.

[Yuanyuan, I love you. By Jiaqi.]

[Jiangdu Television]

I see.

Can your technology

distinguish a person

based on their posture or gait?

Alright, I got it.

Yang, I need your signature on this.

This one too.

Yang, are you still looking for the person who deleted the video?

Yes.

I have a friend

working in the non-linear editing software company we're using.

He said the software contains bugs

that will often automatically deletes materials.

Really?

Straight the Scene experienced it once.

[Jiangdu Television has completed the transfer of 31,600 yuan to your account.]

[Finance Office]

Wanqiu,

I received an extra amount of 30,000

in my salary account.

What is this for?

Give me a moment, Ms. He.

Let me check.

That's right.

Your commission has been credited.

What commission?

It's from Lindu Home Furnishing.

After tax deductions, it's over 30,000.

I have nothing to do with Lindu Home Furnishing.

A month ago,

Zhao Yuanyuan from the Advertising Center submitted a list

with your name on it.

A month ago?

Did Zhao Yuanyuan fill this form?

Yes.

Are you packing up to leave?

Since I'm getting fired anyway,

I might as well start packing up.

You won't get fired.

Why?

Aren't you going to report me to the channel?

I changed my mind.

Although you deleted the video,

I was able to recover it,

and the news was broadcasted smoothly

without any significant consequences.

But I indeed

got you into trouble.

Considering your generosity and kindness towards me,

it's more than enough

to make up for your mistakes.

You...

Did you really forgive me?

On one condition.

Such incident must never happen again.

This is the last time.

I swear

this will be the last time

I ever do something like this in my entire life.

Then let's keep this

a secret between us forever.

God, Huan.

You are awfully kind to me.

You were kind to me too.

I just received the commission

from Lindu Home Furnishing.

That's fast.

I thought you would receive

the payment next month.

It seems like our finance department

is much more efficient now.

You didn't have to do this.

No.

Without you,

I wouldn't have

secured the deal with Lindu Home Furnishing.

This money belongs to you.

I'll keep the money

for now.

I am indeed a little tight on money at the moment.

But I will slowly

return your favor.

Are we

still friends?

Of course.

Gosh.

Huan, do you know

how heartbroken I was

after you left yesterday?

It felt worse than breaking up with Zhou Jiaqi.

It's not about

losing this job.

I really don't want to lose you as a friend.

Thank you for valuing me so much.

After breaking up with Zhou Jiaqi,

I immediately secured

the five million deal.

I honestly thought

having money would solve everything,

but when you told me

we're no longer friends,

I was devastated.

See?

You're not a materialistic person.

If that were the case,

you wouldn't repeatedly

turn down Tang Shaohuai's unreasonable demands,

nor give me all the commission

from Lindu Home Furnishing,

and you wouldn't

feel so upset when I wanted to

fall out with you,

right?

Money is certainly

among the top three priorities in my life,

but it'll never be the top.

Alright. Cheer up now.

Here.

This is for you.

What is this?

When you got the fifty thousand back,

[A New DaDi, A New Chunxiao] I had a hunch that

[Project Details] you won't be able to close

the five-million advertisement.

In fact, the issue with DaDi Real Estate's

finished houses

would have been exposed by other media

even if Bai Yang didn't do it.

But I think the exposure

serves as your best chance to win this client.

So I made a proposal for your reference.

You can check it out.

Huan,

thank you so much.

It's nothing.

What are friends for?

Come on.

Unpack your stuff.

Producer,

your application has been approved by the HR Department.

[He Huan has been officially promoted as a reporter for "News in Progress" at the News Center.]

[He Huan: I just got an extra income. I'll repay a part and try to pay off the rest next year.]

[Bai Yang: Tell me if you need help.]

[Outpatient Department]

[Outpatient Hall]

Take three tablets orally

once a day.

Should you encounter any prominent side effects,

please consult your doctor immediately.

Alright. Thank you.

[Shuangchuan Pharmacy]

Thank you.

You're welcome. Take this tablet three times a day.

Yes.

Three tablets each time.

Got it.

Excuse me.

Do you have a long stick

or something like chopsticks?

Wang, lend her the feather-duster.

Thank you.

Do you have to go that far for a tablet?

Yes.

One tablet cost over two hundred yuan.

That's expensive.

Money is not an issue,

but this is a matter of life and death.

Hello.

[Hello, Ms. He.]

[I am Deng from the HR Department.]

I am calling to inform you

that you have been appointed

[as a full-time reporter for "News in Progress"]

[due to your excellent performance during the internship.]

Thank you.

Alright. Goodbye.

[Jiangdu Broadcasting & TV Station]

[News in Progress]

You really don't remember

who else knows

your account login password?

Are you still investigating this matter?

I know it wasn't you.

Let bygones be bygones.

Forget it.

Don't want to talk about it?

Even if you don't tell me,

I know Zhao Yuanyuan is involved.

They were her clients.

The HR Department called me.

Thank you.

You don't have to thank me. I did nothing.

I've got my mother's medicine.

She'll start taking it today.

Guess I'll have to thank you for this.

You don't.

You'd do the same

if you were in my shoes.

I'll repay you the rest of the money as soon as possible.

Forget it.

How can I not repay you?

If you think you owe me a favor,

get me more scoops.

Does your life solely revolve around work?

I believe there should be

more to life than just work.

You should have family,

friends, and a partner.

Not again.

I don't mean you have to go on blind dates and get married.

Honestly,

after going through this experience,

I truly realized

that what you used to hold dear

might not be as important as you thought.

When life and death are at stake,

you won't be able to let go of emotions

instead of wealth, status,

self-worth, or achievements.

I'm getting off.

As you said,

if I were to have friends and a partner,

would you still be willing to be my friend?

I'll think about it.

That's all for Estate Online today.

I'm Yuanyuan. See you tomorrow.

-Good job. -A perfect wrap.

Good job, everyone.

[Estate Online]

[Estate Online] Thank you.

You're welcome.

See you guys tomorrow.

[Zhang Ke: I know it was you.]

Hi, Zhang Ke.

What do you mean by that message?

Don't worry.

I would've exposed you if I wanted to.

What do you want?

I want to know the truth.

[Jiangdu Television, System Login]

[Login successfully, Loading]

That's the whole story.

It's more or less what I thought.

Can you keep it a secret for me?

That depends on

how you can convince me.

What do you want?

I want a date with you.

I'll buy you a meal. You can decide on the location.

No way.

What I mean is

this meal is on me.

I'll choose a place with a good ambiance,

and we can have a few drinks

while talking about life, ourselves

and maybe some heart-to-heart talk.

Excuse me. I have to answer this call.

Hello.

[Hello, Yuanyuan. It's me.]

Can I help you?

I have so much to tell you.

Are you free tonight?

[Let's meet up somewhere.]

Let's make it tonight.

Sure. What do you feel like having?

Anything.

Then I'll find a nice place and call you.

Alright.

By the way,

I have a question.

Go ahead.

I already deleted

the undercover video.

How did it get broadcast?

I heard Chunyan, who is a hotline operator,

managed to create a backup.

I see.

[Jiangdu Television]

-Chunyan. -Yeah.

I have some receipts here. Help me paste them.

Alright.

Here's more.

Okay. Are there any more?

Let me check.

Brother, I need your help.

Can you cover the evening live broadcast for me?

I have a basketball game tonight.

Please help me out. It's crucial.

Is it a big day for you?

Sort of.

Well, if you put it that way,

I got your back.

Thanks a lot. I'll buy you a meal.

No problem.

-Chunyan. -Yeah.

I'll go get ready.

Alright. Leave these to me.

Okay, thank you.

Hello, I would like to make a reservation for two.

Give me the best seats.

Okay, thank you.

I'll be there at 6:30 pm sharp.

Yuanyuan, I reserved a restaurant.

I'll send you the location.

We can leave together.

You don't have to drive.

We'll take our car.

Alright. See you at the entrance at 6 pm.

Tian, well,

I have an event tonight,

and I need you

to help me pick a tie.

Okay.

I'll be right there.

No problem.

Ms. He.

What's wrong? Who's bothering you?

I know who deleted your video.

Who?

Zhao Yuanyuan.

Why do you say so?

That night, I happened to be learning to use

the editing machine in the editing room.

And...

Although she was wearing a hat

and glasses,

I could sense her enchanting aura

from miles away.

Aura doesn't mean anything.

Don't be absurd.

It must be her.

Forget it. Let's put this matter behind us now.

But she almost got you fired,

and she even got Zhang Ke...

This has nothing to do with you.

Don't sweat it.

It's all in the past.

I can't believe an angelic bitch like her

is not getting punished.

She's getting away too easily.

Angelic bitch?

Yes, a pretentious bitch.

Your car's air freshener smells nice.

I like it.

I think you'll like this one too.

Thank you.

I was feeling thirsty.

♪I want my own light♪

This must be your favorite.

♪Where you♪

Seriously, Zhang Ke?

How do you know everything?

All I need to do is

check your social media feeds.

Thank you.

Be careful.

[Sunset Sky]

What do you think?

It's crowded here.

This Sichuanese restaurant offers the best view.

I like it.

How did you find such a beautiful place?

It's a date with you.

I have to be extra prepared.

In that case,

the long commute here

is well worth it.

And you haven't seen the night sky yet.

[Sunset Sky] Zhang Ke, I wasn't expecting you

to be a smooth-talker.

♪Like how the sun shines through the dark clouds♪

♪Over the bottom of the city♪

♪How many random meetings can burn into memories?♪

♪Or do they just pop out occasionally?♪

♪Why do we hesitate when traveling together?♪

♪You're like the sun and also the rain♪

♪The story continues and stops♪

♪The ending glimmers too♪

♪Misunderstandings pull us apart♪

♪Dreams make us expect♪

♪If love can be requited♪

♪I'll forget who I was yesterday♪

♪Then could I make you♪

♪Feel the way I feel♪

♪The sympathy♪

♪Drifts through the tough life♪

♪It's lucky enough to meet each other♪

♪If happiness takes longer, that's fine♪

♪To love anyway♪