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Ting.

Have a drink.

Drink less. We have practice tomorrow.

Tomorrow's practice…

I can't come.

What's wrong?

Are you sick? Let's practice the day after.

Ting.

Actually, I…

I came to say goodbye.

You see,

something urgent came up in my family.

So…

I have to go home.

I got it.

There's trouble at home. It's important.

Ting.

You actually know

that I…

You need money. I'll get you some.

Don't worry about the band.

Whenever you wish to return,

you're always welcome.

Actually, he told me that his family asked him to come home.

It's an excuse.

But you didn't expose him.

Actually, it has been hard on him

and he's stressed out.

It has been years. It hasn't been easy.

But he still gave up.

He's actually very passionate about music

and we're both crazy about music.

In elementary school, we played instruments together.

We were really happy.

You know,

one day, I told him,

"Why don't we go out and explore?"

He didn't even hesitate.

But all these years,

we've suffered so much and had such a hard time.

As for our dream, we got further away from it

and reality weighs on us so much that we can't breathe.

Everyone has the right to choose their own path.

I have no right to interfere and I won't blame him.

One day,

will you also give up?

Me?

Yes.

I won't.

My dream is yet to be fulfilled.

Music…

is what I'll pursue in life.

I don't want to have any regrets.

Mr. Xu.

You did a great job

for the test-drive event.

In the last few days,

every headline on all automotive media

is about our new energy cars.

It's really nice.

The family concept

has attracted a lot of families.

We're kicking off in the East China region.

It must go well for future campaigns to develop.

Yes.

Who knows that, in Shanghai,

you would straighten them out so soon?

There are many other projects at the headquarters

waiting for you to follow up.

My 15-year-old collection is waiting for you to open it up.

It's to celebrate your success.

All right, it's a deal then.

I'll be back next week.

By the way,

I want to tell you something.

I want to assign someone to the Shenzhen headquarters.

She'll be of great help.

We'll need more talented people in the company

to develop the New Energy Department.

I'm okay with that,

as long as you find her competent.

Well,

just go through the HR Department process.

Thank you, gentlemen.

See you next week.

Okay.

Please tell Ms. Shen to come to my office. Thank you.

Yes, Mr. Xu.

Come in.

Did you ask for me, Mr. Xu?

-Have a seat. -Okay.

The test-drive event was a success.

From planning to execution,

you did such a great job.

Although there was a little incident,

I think that you should still take the credit for it.

It's all thanks to your trust in me.

First of all, I'm interested in new energy.

You need to be interested to be motivated.

I'll keep up the good work.

Good.

Let me ask you something.

In your mind,

what role do I hold exactly?

Your boss?

Your superior?

Your guide?

You are not just my guide.

You're my benefactor.

The company's development of the new energy

does not only broaden my horizons,

but it also showed me a more meaningful job.

Are you willing to follow your guide

to go even further?

To see more meaningful jobs?

What do you mean, sir?

The event in the East China region is going much easier than I had expected.

I'm heading to the Shenzhen headquarters

to share our experience and open up a new prospect quickly.

Ruoxin.

The new energy will surely be the company's future focus.

I'm sure

there will be more opportunities for you.

I plan

to assign you to the Shenzhen headquarters.

Promotion, raise,

residence, and designated car.

All of this comes with the job.

Most importantly,

you can get to a higher platform.

You'll broaden your horizons quickly.

You can go higher and further.

It's such a tempting opportunity.

Mr. Xu.

Can I have two days

to think it over seriously?

That's your style.

Three days.

I'll return to the Shenzhen headquarters next week.

I have many projects to follow up on.

I understand.

Send it to me by this weekend.

Okay, no problem.

I'm telling you, once this is done,

-I think I can get a raise. -Really?

-Did you get paid? -Not yet.

-Not yet? -Keep going for a few days.

Get this done later.

-Give it to me when you're done. -Okay.

Scroll down. Let me check.

Well done.

Good job.

Here you go.

Weekend inventory.

I'll leave it to you.

Ruoxin, what's up?

Why are you looking for me?

Sit down.

What is it?

Qi Xiao,

do you have any career plans for your future?

I remember that you once told me,

you won't be here for long.

Then would you like to stay as my assistant?

I can do it for life.

What a smooth talker.

I'm asking you seriously.

If you give me a raise, I'll follow you no matter what you do,

let alone being your assistant.

What if I go to the Shenzhen headquarters?

Will you come with me?

You're going to Shenzhen?

Mr. Xu told me that

he wants to assign the Shenzhen headquarters to me.

I'll get a promotion and a raise.

As for my career,

I'm sure it's way better than this.

Come to think of it,

there's no reason to turn him down.

I can ask Mr. Xu

to bring my assistant along.

If I get a promotion and a raise,

I'm sure that you can take your career to the next level.

Well…

I have to think about it.

You don't want to?

Why not?

You're worried about living alone away from home?

Look at Su Yang and Sijia.

They came from other cities to work in Shanghai as well.

-Why are you scared when they aren't? -That's not it.

My mom is getting old.

She can't take good care of herself.

I can take care of her in Shanghai.

I'll be worried if she's alone.

I understand,

but that's okay.

Keep up the good work in the New Energy Department.

Once I get to the Shenzhen headquarters,

I'll watch over you at work in the future.

I'll get you promoted and give you a raise soon.

Make more money to make your dream come true sooner.

So…

you've decided to go to Shenzhen?

When are you leaving?

I have to make arrangements for my mom.

I also have to handle my apartment.

The soonest, next week.

That soon?

Hello?

Mom.

I'll be home for dinner tonight.

You'll be home for dinner tonight?

Why didn't you tell me earlier?

I have to thaw the chicken and ribs in the freezer.

It's okay. Let's just eat what we have at home.

Okay, I got it.

I'll hurry up then.

Drive slower. Okay?

Let's eat, young master.

Go ahead.

I don't have an appetite.

What's wrong?

Did that Mr. Xu come on strong in pursuing Ruoxin again?

It's a whole typhoon gale this time.

What happened?

Did he use his ultimate move?

He's sending Ruoxin to the Shenzhen headquarters.

The problem is Ruoxin wants to go there.

Damn it.

That sure is powerful.

If Ruoxin really goes to Shenzhen,

you won't even have a chance.

What's the point of that tiny flame of love

burning in your heart?

I don't think Ruoxin will ever find out.

How can I not know what you just said?

No way.

Even if she's leaving,

before she leaves,

I need to let her know that I like her.

I seriously like her.

Then you'd better be ready for rejection.

As far as I know,

if you confess to her and she rejects you and goes somewhere else,

I don't think you guys will even be friends anymore.

So what?

Think about it.

If she never knows

that I like her so much,

how sad will I be?

So no matter what…

No matter what the result is,

even if she blocks me,

I need her to know how I feel.

Even if she likes you back,

she'll be in Shenzhen and you'll be in Shanghai.

That's okay.

From now on,

I can visit her in Shenzhen.

She can also visit me back in Shanghai.

Maybe in a few years,

we might be in the same city again?

It doesn't matter.

What matters is that

I know how she feels.

She also knows how I feel about her.

The time when our two hearts beat as one,

even if it's just for a few days or a few minutes,

is worth it.

Right?

You're all so brave.

We?

You mean, You Sijia?

How about you two?

No contact?

Don't you regret it?

You pushed the girl who likes you away.

You also like her.

Did you tell her why you got fined?

Have you shown her

the kitty webtoon you drew for her?

Don't assume that

you're doing You Sijia a favor by hiding your feelings from her.

I'm telling you, it doesn't.

I disagree.

Eat up.

Can you tell me what you're doing?

Hold on.

Song Ziyan.

What are you doing?

I've thought it through these days.

You're right.

I can't feed off you

and spend your money

while saying that I want to live my life.

The mortgage is 24,000 yuan a month.

We'll each pay half.

Are you having fun?

Listen to me first.

As for me,

I can't afford 12,000 yuan a month.

Here's 7,000 yuan.

I did some research.

The market price

for a housekeeper to do housework without minding a kid

is about 4,000 or 5,000 yuan.

As for that, let's deduct that as the service fee.

What do you want, Song Ziyan?

I'll sleep in the guest room

from now on.

Are we separating?

Is this necessary?

Just because I won't let you wait tables at the bar?

I didn't turn down the job at the bar.

But I think the issue between us

isn't just about my job.

Then why?

Kids?

I'm turning 40 years old soon. Is it wrong for me to want a child?

No.

Although we agreed to be DINK before we got married,

you have the right to regret it.

It's just that we're not on the same page.

Getting a time-out to think this through…

I think it's pretty good.

I understand.

You would rather break up with me

than have a kid.

Song Ziyan,

don't end up regretting it.

Zou Cheng.

Do you really think

that once I have a child,

the issue between us will be resolved?

Yes, being married all these years,

you've done so much for this family.

But…

But I feel like you can't see my existence anymore.

Do you remember

why we started dating back then?

Do you remember what you said? That you liked me?

Sometimes I would think,

"What do I mean to you?"

A tool to continue your bloodline?

A housekeeper to cook and do chores for you?

If that is the case,

the woman who is Zou Cheng's wife…

Why does it have to be me?

I can't see your existence?

Did you see my existence?

I go on business trips all the time.

I work overtime and stay up late.

What for?

Do you even feel a little bit sorry and grateful to me?

Our marriage has ended up like this.

Are you not at fault as well?

I am.

I am indeed at fault.

I lost myself.

I can't blame you for not noticing me.

So I'm thinking,

let's calm down.

Let's see what we both really want.

Let's see if we should go on.

Mom, I don't eat these.

I'm full.

It's plenty.

Look at how pale you look.

Didn't you sleep well last night?

Mom.

I have something to tell you.

It's quite serious.

What is it?

Did someone bully you again?

No.

It's work.

I want to go to our Shenzhen headquarters.

I think I can challenge myself at the headquarters.

And it's not just at work,

but also in other aspects.

It will do me some good.

I think the new energy cars will be a big trend in the future.

So I don't want to miss this opportunity.

Is it decided?

I told Mr. Xu

that I'll think about it.

Mr. Xu wants you there?

Mr. Xu thinks that the event

in the East China region is quite successful.

That's why he would like to promote it nationwide.

He wants me to go there with him.

It seems that Mr. Xu

still likes you.

Mom, if you say that,

you're denying my competence.

I worked hard

for every promotion and raise I got.

Mr. Xu thinks so highly of me

because he has seen my performance at work.

And I asked myself.

I do deserve it.

Since you said so

and you don't want to lose this opportunity too…

You should go.

But you must be careful.

When it comes to work--

I know. Work is work.

Life is life.

Besides, when an eligible bachelor like Mr. Xu

goes back to his old dominion in Shenzhen,

he won't have time to think about me, right?

It's fine as long as you're clearheaded.

When are you leaving?

As early as next week.

Then tomorrow…

Should I go shopping for you tomorrow?

It's okay.

When I'm not in Shanghai, what will you do?

I'm in Shanghai.

What are you worried about?

I still have my arms and legs.

I'm still breathing.

I'm alert and healthy.

Don't worry about me.

If I were in Shanghai,

I could still eat with you every day.

When you get into an accident,

I can still take care of you.

My dear,

how often does your mom get into accidents?

I'm old.

I'll also be as helpless as a child.

But don't worry,

I'll get back to teaching at the University for Seniors.

I'll eat at the cafeteria every day with my students.

Don't be too cool.

Without having you by my side,

maybe my days…

might also be a bit easier.

Out of sight,

out of mind.

The soup is ready. I'll get the soup.

Mom!

Mr. Xu.

I've decided.

Thank you for giving me this opportunity.

RUOXIN LIKES ASTRONOMY, SHE DOESN'T LIKE NOISY PLACES

PLAN A: PROFESS OVER HOT POT PLAN B: TAKE HER STAR-GAZE

HAPPENING IN THE GALAXY, AN EYE-OPENING EXPERIENCE!

Book my flight for next Friday.

Ms. Shen will have the weekend,

a total of two days

to pack her belongings with ease.

Ms. Shen didn't mention any exact requests for the residence.

The Administration Department found a few listings.

I'll show them to Ms. Shen later.

Show me first.

Leave the first listing out.

Leave out the third one.

Let Ms. Shen pick from the rest.

Okay.

-I'll proceed with it then. -Go.

I've emailed it to you. Check it out.

If it's okay, print it out and get the accountants to sign it.

Okay.

By the way, Ruoxin,

I've sent you this month's KPI.

I'll give you a high score.

This will be

the last time you grade me, right?

You're making me sad.

I'm off.

If you come home early,

heat this up and eat it.

I'm off to work.

What does she mean?

Hello?

I'm not feeling well today.

I'm not going to Mr. Wang's dinner.

Okay, Mr. Zou.

The reimbursement for your business trips

last month on the 3rd, 8th, 16th, and 19th,

has been issued.

Shall I wire it tomorrow?

Okay, thank you.

Was I away that often?

Are the triangles for days when I worked overtime?

You're on a business trip again?

Why didn't you tell me earlier?

I've been making duck soup all afternoon.

All right.

It smells so good.

Honey, I'm sorry.

I can't celebrate your birthday with you again.

Happy birthday to me

Happy birthday to me

Happy birthday to me

Happy birthday to me

Honey.

Are you sure you can't take time off?

Haven't you always wanted to go to Egypt?

I really can't take the day off this time.

I'm not going either then.

That won't do.

We made a deal before we got married.

We're going to travel around the world.

Although I can't make it this time,

you can see the world on my behalf.

How about this?

Send me a postcard.

When I see the postcards, it's like I went there with you.

Hello!

Mrs. Zou is back!

You're home?

Honey.

Why didn't you check the mailbox?

Look at these.

I sent you so many postcards.

I forgot to check the mailbox.

Hey.

I've been away for days.

Did you miss me at all?

That's right.

Do you want to see some Mayan heritage?

I took a lot of photos.

Didn't you post them on your social media every day?

I clicked "like."

Nice shot!

Good job!

Honey.

Why don't you go and unpack?

I'm going to finish watching the game.

Okay.

Do you remember

why we started dating back then?

Do you remember what you said? That you liked me?

I am indeed at fault.

I lost myself.

I can't blame you for not noticing me.

Ms. Zhou,

let me carry them for you.

Bubble snails?

You bought so many things. Are you treating us tonight?

No.

Xinxin is going away to work in Shenzhen soon.

I'm worried that she'll be too busy,

so I'm trying to make sure that she is well-supplied.

Otherwise,

she won't have the time to buy them.

Shenzhen is a big city. They have everything.

She doesn't have to bring these from Shanghai.

Hey, kid.

You're too young.

Bubble snails are a specialty of Shanghai.

You're right.

They might have these in Shenzhen and other cities.

But can they be as fresh as the ones produced locally?

Besides,

Xinxin's favorite food of all time

is bubble snail.

She always said it reminds her of her mom.

You're right.

As her mom, you're still the thoughtful one.

By the way,

is there a secret recipe for your sweet and sour pork ribs?

Xinxin really loved it.

Tell me and I'll write it down.

When she gets to Shenzhen,

she can make it herself.

Don't worry.

I already told her the recipe.

Yes.

I forgot.

I don't know what's with me these days.

I can't think straight.

Ms. Zhou,

can you really bear to let Ruoxin go to Shenzhen?

How can I?

She seems to respect and fear me,

but deep down, she won't obey me.

She has grown up.

She's all grown up.

There are many matters

that she has never discussed with me.

This time, I can tell.

She…

She really wants to go.

So what's the point of stopping her?

Don't think like that, Ms. Zhou.

Ruoxin must know that you care about her

and feel bad for her.

Ruoxin must care about you too.

That's why

she cares so much that,

in other words,

she's too embarrassed to tell you.

Frankly, I'm the same.

If I'm in any trouble,

I definitely won't tell my mom.

I don't want her to worry.

Perhaps, as her mom,

I'm not strong enough?

-Thank you, sir. -You're welcome.

I'm just dropping you off.

By the way,

before you go to Shenzhen, check the power inside the car

after your car gets its maintenance.

Take out the charger and everything.

Otherwise, when you return, the car won't start without any battery.

Okay, Mr. Xu. I got it.

Let me know if you're displeased with the residence.

I'll make them look for others.

For the remaining two days,

if there's anything to handle, you can take some time off.

-Thank you, sir. -Don't mention it.

You're leaving Shanghai for the first time

to assist me in Shenzhen.

It's my duty to take care of you.

I'm going upstairs.

Go.

Mr. Xu.

Ms. Zhou?

What a coincidence.

Is your hand okay now?

Thanks to you,

it's more or less…

recovered.

Qi Xiao.

It's heavy. Can you take these upstairs for me?

I have something to say to Mr. Xu.

Mr. Xu, please take your time.

-Mr. Xu. -Ms. Zhou.

I told you.

Please call me "Xiaoxu."

Okay.

Mr. Xiaoxu.

In two days,

my daughter is going to Shenzhen with you.

Thank you.

Please take good care of her.

Ms. Zhou, you're so kind.

I know.

Ruoxin is leaving home for the first time.

You can't bear to see her go,

but don't worry.

I'll take good care of Ruoxin.

I'm not worried.

Why would I be?

But I still have a few things that I want to remind you.

Please tell me.

Since Ruoxin was a child,

I raised her myself.

That's why she's not like other girls.

When other girls are deceived or wronged,

they just cry it out.

Then they let it go.

But not Ruoxin.

She can't stand to be wronged.

She's stubborn.

She would rather break than bend.

If…

Of course, I hope it won't happen.

If she's being fooled,

I'll fight that person to death.

Do you understand

what I am saying?

Ms. Zhou,

don't worry.

I admire Ruoxin.

She is my right-hand woman in Shanghai.

I promise you.

When we get to Shenzhen,

her career will take off.

Okay.

I just can't seem to say…

sentimental words of gratitude.

Anyway,

please take care of her.

Subtitle translation by: Carole Chen