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-Do you want a sugar daddy? -Mom!

Go then!

What are you doing?

You finally managed to find someone

who treats us wholeheartedly.

What more do you want?

He even bought a house.

What more do you want?

What he bought was his premarital asset.

It belongs to him.

Even if we marry

and I move in,

I only have usage rights and not ownership rights.

You, young lady,

are really exceptional.

Your convoluted thinking

is something I can't fix even in my next life.

All right.

It's because of the house, right?

I'll give Xiaocui a call

and tell him

to include your name in the property certificate.

What do you think?

Mom, stop making trouble.

Cui Lixin and I are over.

It's impossible. I won't go back on my word.

I think you are too self-absorbed.

Do you really think you are invincible?

Okay then.

Don't look back and go ahead.

Go find someone.

Find a suitable guy and show me.

Go find one!

Why should I?

Can't I not find one?

Why must women marry?

I'm fine being alone, aren't I?

After you divorced Dad, aren't you living happily too?

Am I?

Am I living happily?

You're trying to make me happy, aren't you?

Relying on the fact that you're young?

You order takeout for me.

You hired me a part-timer,

letting me live comfortably.

Wait until you've reached my age

and you'll finally understand

what loneliness means.

Wait until you've reached my age

and you won't even be like me.

Because at least I have a daughter.

You work until you retired, but one day,

you go to the streets

and feed those stray dogs and cats.

You heat a meal or two at home

and eat it for two weeks.

In the end, you eat at a cafeteria.

At the University for Seniors,

there are many lonely old men and women.

They are together

and have a group chat.

Every day, when the sun rises

and the sun sets,

they send a message to their group chat.

Do you think it's because it's fun?

Wrong.

They are afraid they'll die at home

with no one to collect their bodies

and with no one knowing.

Mom, don't say such things.

Is this about me?

Do you think I'm talking about me?

I'm talking about you.

One day, I won't be here anymore,

and I keep thinking

that I will leave you alone in this world.

How will you survive?

Why wouldn't you be here?

I have my own life.

I'll be responsible for my own life.

All right.

I was waiting for these words.

Your life.

Your responsibility.

I do not have to worry.

Mom, wait!

I went to the mart today to buy you some stuff.

-I'll bring it up for you. -No!

It's my life. I'll be responsible for my own life too.

What's the matter? Do you miss me?

Shall we go for a drink?

I'm not free tonight.

My husband just returned from his trip,

so I'm still unpacking his laundry.

You sound depressed.

It's okay. Forget it.

Let's talk later.

-Your drink. -Thank you.

-One more glass, please. -Okay.

Quick! Cockroach!

I'm coming!

I'm coming!

There!

Over there!

Hit it!

Quick! Is it dead?

Did you kill it?

It's dead.

It's dead.

It scared the hell out of me!

It's all right now.

That was so scary.

It's all right. It's all done.

All thanks to your swift actions.

I still want to discuss this with you though.

This house in the city center that your dad has left us…

Let's sell it.

The house is good,

but it's too old

and there are too many bugs.

If we sell it,

we can move to another place

and buy a better house.

You and Su Yang don't have to rent a place

and you can stay home.

No way.

There are fond memories of you and Dad here.

How can I sell it?

We have to keep this place.

One day, when I've made a lot of money,

we will move to a bigger house.

-I'm counting on you then. -Of course.

Look at you. You're in such a good mood.

Is your work going well?

Not bad. It's quite good.

That's not right.

I often see in movies

that newly hired recruits

are often tormented by their bosses.

Like the drama, Empresses in the Palace.

It's about palace life, internal rivalry,

-and fights-- -Mom.

I'm a guy

and I work in a company,

not a palace.

All right.

My leader is a nice person.

Nobody dares to bully me

and I'm not stupid.

That's true.

How can you be stupid when you have my genes?

Miss.

Miss.

Miss.

Look over here.

One more glass, please.

QI XIAO

Why would she listen to me?

She thinks she's pretty.

-Really? -Yes.

Hello, Ruoxin.

You are…

Okay.

Where is that?

Ruoxin.

Ruoxin!

-Are you Qi Xiao from the call just now? -Yes.

How much did she drink?

-Two glasses. -What?

Two glasses?

Why would you go drinking alone?

Where is your car?

You came?

Let's drink.

You have such a low tolerance for alcohol.

Where did you park your car?

Car? My car?

My car.

Stay still. Come with me.

Come.

Slowly.

-Kid. -Slowly!

She's too drunk. Please get another car.

I don't want her to throw up.

-Change to another car, okay? -What are you saying?

-Who said I'm drunk? -You're too drunk.

-Did I throw up? -She drank too much.

No, Ruoxin.

Did I throw up in your car?

-Why would you say such a thing? -Please change cars.

-Are you refusing a client? -It's okay.

-Let me tell you. -It's okay.

I'm going to file a complaint on you.

Where's my phone?

Give me my phone. I want to file a complaint.

Okay. Let's file a complaint when we get home.

Right. Home.

That's right. I'm going home.

I'll take the subway.

The subway is far, Ruoxin!

Are you okay?

-Who says I'm not okay? -The train is approaching.

-I'm okay! -Please wait in the line as shown

on the platform sign.

-Are you all right? -Don't hold me.

-Are you okay? -I can do it.

Don't hold me.

Why are you holding me?

I can walk on my own!

-Okay. -I can walk!

Be careful.

It's here.

This way.

No, not this one.

This side.

It's leaving! Why aren't we taking this ride?

-This way, let's go home. -Stop pulling me!

Not there!

Come, stand up.

Stand up.

Move away.

Are you all right?

Hey!

Hey.

Hey.

We are now at the Jinjiang Park.

The doors will open on the right.

Please mind the gap.

Where are you going?

We're at Jinjiang Park.

Not Jinjiang Park. We have three more stops.

-We're going to Jinjiang Action Park. -Look at the time.

It's closing soon.

Let's go next time, okay?

-Let's go home. -No.

-Jinjiang Park. -Hey!

Those taking public transports to the highway,

please keep to…

Where are you going?

Over here! That's the opposite way.

After arriving at the station, please head out to North Two.

Can you please run slowly?

We're here!

JINJIANG ACTION PARK

Ruoxin!

Ruoxin, what are you doing?

Who comes to the park at this hour?

Me! I'm here!

It's closed.

Who said it's closed?

Why is it closed?

Who closed it?

Why is it closed?

I just got here!

I came here and they are closed!

Why is it closed?

I don't want this.

My dad used to bring me here.

Ever since he passed away,

nobody brought me here.

Do you want to visit the amusement park?

My mom never brought me here!

Next time, I'll bring you here, okay?

All right. Look up.

Have a look.

Quick. Have a look.

It's so pretty.

It's so pretty.

Why is it so pretty?

It's so pretty.

Why is it so pretty?

Put me down. I want to throw up.

Don't throw up on me, Ruoxin.

I lost my car.

Are you having blackouts?

You didn't drive yesterday.

I have a meeting today and I'm in a rush.

Can I ride with you?

Didn't someone say

she doesn't take risky transportation

because it's her principle?

Principles are meant to be broken.

Let's go now!

Sit tight.

We'll be quite busy this month.

A new leader will join us

to form our New Energy Department.

Next, we'll discuss with the PR Department

to assist and facilitate their brand promotion.

Everyone, please focus

and avoid making mistakes.

What's important now

is to help the new leader settle in

as soon as possible.

Arrange his accommodations,

a company vehicle,

hire a domestic helper,

and a driver.

Ms. Li, I'm not done with my warehouse inspection yet.

Ms. Li,

HR Department wants me to assist other departments

in sorting personnel needs

and work on reports.

I think I'm busy this week.

Ruoxin.

You're the most attentive one among us here.

These kids lack attentiveness.

I'm afraid if something goes wrong,

the new leader might have

a bad impression on our department.

You're the oldest

and most attentive one,

I won't worry

if you're the one handling this.

Okay.

Hand me the specific requirements

and I'll get in touch with the agency.

Thank you.

No problem.

HOUSING REQUIREMENTS, HELPER REQUIREMENTS, DRIVER'S REQUIREMENTS

Any problems?

No problem.

That's all for today.

Are we coolies and nannies now?

You shouldn't have agreed to this.

If I don't, we'll be stuck here.

In the end,

the fault will still be on us.

I can't be bothered to bicker with these people.

Take it as a breath of fresh air.

This Shen Ruoxin girl.

I can't believe she's still in the Administration Department.

I didn't expect her to be so tough.

But don't worry.

I've set up another pit for her.

That Xu Minjie

is known to be a problematic guy.

I heard he has a bad temper.

If she doesn't do what he wants,

she'll have to take the blame.

Ms. Li.

This is indeed a big pit.

Good.

However,

you shouldn't be too careless.

You have to be meticulous with everything.

When Shen Ruoxin was still in the Legal Department,

she was actually more capable than Ruan Ye,

but she wouldn't yield.

I know what I'm doing.

Everyone has a weakness.

I've been observing her.

She's very close with her assistant.

There's always a way to make her uncomfortable.

HUNAN STREET MANSION WITH GARDEN, HELPER, SUBWAY, NEWLY FURNISHED

NAME, AGE, YEARS OF DRIVING, YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Ruoxin.

I've sorted the drivers' details out and sent them to you.

You can filter gender, age, driving experience,

and all relevant information directly.

I've also copied the pictures.

Good, I'll have a look.

I'll get back to you after the preliminary selection.

Please inform the HR Department to arrange for interviews.

As early as tonight

or tomorrow before noon,

we need to select a driver and get him to pick up the car.

Okay, I understand.

Ruoxin, this is my KPI for this month.

Okay.

Hello?

I'm sorry.

I'm in the Administration Department now.

I'll buy it now.

A cheesecake too, right? Okay.

Ruoxin, I have to go now.

YOU SIJIA

Qi Xiao.

There's a lady called Zhao Na at the HR Department,

and she's quite friendly.

Go and make pleasant conversations with her

and find out when Sijia's internship ends.

Now that I'm following you,

not only do I have to squat to eat,

but I have to sacrifice my charms too?

I have my limits too, okay?

We are in the legal field.

Choose your words wisely.

I didn't and will not allow

my assistant to seduce others.

Otherwise, it will be called as workplace sexual harassment.

I hope you can just change the mood

in a dignified manner.

All the while completing your mission.

-Understand? -Yes, I understand.

Have a flexible limit.

-Good luck. -Got it.

-Are these ours? -Yes, please sign here.

Okay.

Here.

Goodbye.

Xiaotian.

You come here just in time.

Have you handed out all the fragrances?

Get all departments to collect them

to make room for these.

Ms. Li, I've called them countless times.

It's either they're busy or they forget.

Like the last batch of fragrance, I've called many times yesterday.

Neither the Sales Department nor Insurance Department has come to collect them.

They are busy. Can't you send it over?

Ms. Li, I haven't finished my report

and it needs to be handed over today.

All right.

You're always pushing away work.

Don't say I didn't warn you about your year-end evaluation.

There is someone who is fast and good at her work.

So why not let her handle it?

I don't even have an assistant.

What about you?

If you're so capable, get one.

You're right, Ms. Li.

They couldn't get along in the Legal Department so they end up here

and act like this department is theirs.

Ruoxin.

-Ms. Li-- -You're capable.

I'm busy looking for his accommodation.

I know.

I know you are full to the brim,

but our department is always short of people.

Or else, Mr. Liu wouldn't send a capable person like you

to this small department, right?

Plus, you have Qi Xiao to help you.

By the way, where is Qi Xiao?

All right, Ms. Li.

I'll move it.

Great.

Please send all the fragrance to every department while you're at it.

Thank you.

-Ask Qi Xiao to see me when he's back. -Ms. Li.

What's the matter?

You can tell me.

I have to report everything about Qi Xiao to you?

Are you his guardian?

All right. Just come with him.

Here.

Are they bullying you again?

They said I'm capable and I have an assistant.

I'm sorry.

Next time,

I'll be more careful with my words.

Learning from one's mistake.

That's how the corporate world works.

So how did it go?

What did Zhao Na say?

Sijia's internship ends this month.

No word from the Legal Department

whether to proceed with her papers or not.

But Ruoxin,

Sijia didn't betray you.

She didn't take Ruan Ye's side.

I think she's a good person.

A good person needs to defend herself.

This young lady…

Anyway,

Ms. Li wants to see you.

She wants to see me? Why?

Nothing good, probably.

I'll finish up and go with you.

I see you came well-prepared.

I knew I had to do labor work here,

so I won't wear heels to torture myself.

As a working individual,

always prepare your own tools.

Move these dates onto the cart.

Then I'll move the cart

to the Legal Department and Sales Department.

I'll go to the Legal Department.

Qi Xiao.

When we were in school,

do you know those girls who often get bullied by bad boys?

They are the kind

who'd sob immediately.

People think they're easy targets.

My mom is a teacher.

She told me,

"Don't let others bully you.

Either you fight back

or you let them feel

that bullying you isn't fun at all."

Then I should go with you.

It's all right.

Take these to the Promotion Department and PR Department.

-Are you sure? -I'm fine.

I'm sorry, Ms. Qiao. Here's the coffee.

Your Americano.

I ordered a latte.

The Americano is mine.

I'm sorry, I was confused.

Your latte.

Your Americano.

Put it there.

Okay.

Your cake, miss.

Coffee, Mr. Ruan?

You look pretty today.

Gifts from the company.

Ms. Qiao, could you please sign here.

Personal delivery, Ms. Shen?

Isn't that too much?

These dates again?

Who eats them these days?

And the fragrance from this brand

is not even pleasant.

You know, your department

is an auxiliary department created to serve others,

but doesn't even know what we need,

and they call this welfare.

Something is fishy. Don't you think?

I'm sorry. I'm not the one who purchased them.

But the feedback you shared will be reported

to Ms. Li for future reflection.

Ms. Qiao,

you're mistaken.

The Administration Department

might look insignificant,

but it's needed to ensure a company's normal operations.

Do you understand?

Apologies, Ms. Shen.

Hey, I haven't seen you for a while.

You look exhausted.

The new role must be tough.

I heard

that internal complaints

must be reported as KPIs.

Don't worry.

We've known each other so long,

I'll definitely give you a five-star review.

Thank you, Mr. Ruan.

I almost forgot to congratulate you

on your promotion to director.

Thank you.

You know,

you have no idea how busy we are.

If you were still here,

you'd be of great help.

After all, you're a senior here and you're familiar

with the environment, aren't you?

You know,

after the Jin Yuanhao case,

I will talk to Mr. Liu

to have you reinstated.

Thank you, Mr. Ruan.

I wonder if you have some time now.

I would like to discuss a matter with you.

Discuss?

Let's see.

I have a meeting in five minutes.

Let's talk next time.

That's plenty of time.

After all, it's about the KPI of the Legal Department.

Right. In my office then.

Pass this on to the Sales Department.

Have a seat.

Thank you.

What do you think about the office?

Not bad.

The light could be brighter.

Dark is calmness.

It brings out stability.

Ms. Shen.

My old friend,

how can I help you?

I'll get to the point then.

You Sijia is my intern.

She has been here for two years.

Last year, there were no open positions,

but not this year.

I hope you can promote her to permanent staff.

Ms. Shen, what I can say is…

The situation is…

As a senior employee,

you understand that the company has sets of rules.

Promoting an intern requires a minimum benchmark.

Even if I wish to assist, Ms. Shen,

I still can't cross the line.

-Correct. -However,

since you asked me personally…

Don't worry.

As long as this young lady meets all the requirements,

I will consider her.

Sijia has worked under me for two years,

and I'm aware of her performance.

She's more capable than half the seniors outside

and more competent.

For example,

recently she told me,

that Kelai Enterprise's contract has expired and requires renewal.

But there's a missing clause that requires amendment.

At that time, I was too busy with Jin Yuanhao's case

and overlooked it.

Coincidentally,

today, she came to the Administration Department

and I remembered this case and asked her

if she had reported it to you.

But Sijia said

that she couldn't reach out to you.

Mr. Ruan, you might be new

and unfamiliar with the internal situation

that is going on.

The Legal Department has signed many contracts.

Of course,

I'm very well aware of all the details.

But you're an old-timer here,

so you should understand

that a newly appointed boss

needs to grasp everything in the shortest time.

That can be quite challenging.

If you have someone like Sijia,

who knows the internal business to assist you,

wouldn't that be great?

Do you mean…

Let me make it clearer for you.

Sijia is just a young intern.

You've seen her work.

She's capable, responsible,

and won't pull you down.

Her character is reliable.

Of course,

after two years under your wing and she has accumulated enough experience,

she might want to move on.

You might not be able to keep her,

but she can work hard

without a problem.

Why not let her help you?

Wait a minute.

Ms. Shen, what did you say about Kelai Enterprise's contract?

Mr. Ruan.

Let me say something

that is even clearer.

I have been in Zenpro Automotive

for over seven years,

and I never like forming cliques.

That's how I ended up where I am.

I believe Mr. Liu and yourself

know it better than me.

Nevertheless,

I've worked here for seven years.

In every department,

I have some acquaintance

and connection.

So…

I know everything about this department.

Actually,

I've already surrendered.

You should understand this.

Do not push an enemy at bay.

Beware of a silent dog.

I took too much of your time. I'm sorry.

Please attend your meeting.

Let's talk again next time.

Goodbye, Mr. Ruan.

Are you here to beg me

or threaten me?

When Mr. Ruan calls you,

bring him the contract I showed you.

Quick.

You Sijia,

come to my office.

Go.

All signed, Ms. Qiao?

Thank you.

By the way,

please don't send You Sijia

for your future coffee runs.

She's an intern. A skilled worker.

But what you said today is true.

Simple tasks like serving tea and coffee

should be my responsibility

and yours,

a secretary's job.

You should be worthy of your salary.

Excuse me,

where should I put the gifts for the Sales Department?

Over there, at that empty table.

Don't block the pathway.

Thank you.

Let me help you.

I'm fine, Mr. Cui.

-I can do it. -It's okay.

I'm free now,

so don't worry about me.

Mr. Cui.

I'll do it.

It's our job. We shouldn't trouble you.

All right. Just let me know if you need anything.

You're fast.

By the way,

did the Legal Department trouble you?

I used to be on the debate team

and I've never lost a fight.

Hurry, let's finish this and go see Ms. Li.

Come in.

-Ms. Li. -Ms. Li, Qi Xiao is here.

Hey.

You both really came together?

What took you so long?

We sent the gifts to all departments,

so it took some time.

Qi Xiao.

The reason I called you here

is because I want to clarify a certain matter with you.

As you can see,

there's no assistant position in the Administration Department.

Your term ends

this month, right?

You should plan ahead.

Survey other departments that are looking for an assistant.

Move to other departments

and become permanent staff.

Or else, it will be a waste.

Usually, your direct leader will be the one to inform you about this.

But I think

that you're a nice kid

and a likable person.

Let me be upfront with you

to save you from being hopeful.

Ms. Li, converting assistant to a permanent staff

has always been directly assessed by the leaders.

Plus,

every department manager has an assistant.

I'm not the first to have one.

So…

What you said doesn't apply to the Administration Department.

As you can see,

there's no assistant position here.

Even I, the chief of this department,

don't have an assistant,

do I?

Ms. Li,

Qi Xiao is assigned

by Mr. Liu to me.

About Mr. Liu…

Regarding him transferring you here has occupied one spot.

I've been very generous in your case.

Both of you have been here for a while.

You know

that we can't afford another recruit.

Qi Xiao,

I'm really sorry.

Ms. Li,

we've been with the company for many years

and we understand that every department has its privileges.

Can you please help me out with this once?

I'll be owing you a favor.

You put me in a tough spot.

You have to think about me too.

You see, there are two of you,

but there's only one position.

I have it tough too.

Or you can leave.

I don't mean anything by that.

Ruoxin,

I think you're capable

and you can find a job soon.

But look at Qi Xiao.

His situation might be different.

Qi Xiao.

Do you understand what I said?

I understand.

You really do?

-Qi Xiao. -Ruoxin.

I know

that she's stirring a fuss.

Don't worry, I believe in you.

Don't resign because of me.

Do you think she can get rid of me?

I understand.

Ruoxin, I will find another job.

Don't worry about me.

Qi Xiao,

let me repeat this

one last time.

The day you decided to leave the Legal Department,

from then on,

you are my people.

Don't ever say such things like

"Don't worry."

Do you understand?

LIST OF WELFARE ITEMS OVER THE PREVIOUS YEARS

Ruoxin, what are you writing?

Nuclear weapon.

What time is it now?

Four o'clock.

She leaves at 4:30 p.m. every day.

I must get this done.

Your coffee.

Americano. No milk. No sugar.

WELFARE PURCHASE PROPOSAL

Resignation letter?

I think

you were right.

I've reflected on it.

My transfer was too sudden.

I should learn from the past

and combine my recent work at the warehouse and distribution,

familiarize myself with all documents,

and sort out my next job focus and direction

for you to review.

When I was distributing welfare,

many colleagues have given feedback

on the items they've received over the years.

They're not happy with it.

And I thought

that it should be rearranged.

The list of company's benefits

and those at our warehouse.

Items that have the most leftovers.

I also searched where the items are from and who purchased them.

I incorporated the purchase price

and made a statistic to show to you.

In the future, when you look for suppliers,

you'll have a rough idea

and you can avoid minefields.

What do you think?

Shen Ruoxin.

What do you mean by this? What are you trying to do?

Ms. Li.

Purchasing welfare items is the highest priority of our department.

You're most concerned with the department's budget.

About half of the budget

goes here, right?

Look,

I've written an open letter.

Please have a look.

I've prepared to send this to all my colleagues in this company

to ask for their advice on the welfare items.

If you have no opinions or ideas,

I will post it on the forum.

What do you think?

Subtitle translation by: Eve Teh