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Mr. Xu,

this matter is mostly my fault.

I should've reviewed the contract myself.

Then Ruan Ye wouldn't be able
to lead me by the nose now.

New energy vehicles are

a potential threat to them.

I guess they're panicking.

Now you see where the problem is.

Next, you'll have to think

about how to fix it.

Since the New Energy Department's budget

can't make up for the losses from this ad,

then you should think about

how you can pull off a better promotion

with a limited budget.

Okay, I understand.

Here.

Thank you.

I took a closer look
at each store's sales figures.

The stores with low sales

put out quite a lot of advertisements.

One of them
is even in an area with many ads.

Maybe we should consider other reasons.

Could there be a problem
with the sales process?

I have an idea of how to test that.

When you're in this suit,
you're Mr. Su Sicong.

Why would I buy a car then?

I'll just get a private jet.

Do you need a personal assistant too?

Okay, enough joking.

Let's get down to business.

Hello, sir.

What model would you like to see?

What do you recommend?

That would depend on what your needs are.

Do you need a car for home, business,

or some other use?

That test-drive event a while ago

for your new energy car

was pretty nice.

How about the new energy car?

The new energy car?

It's currently our company's main focus.

But if it's for personal use,

I suggest going with a traditional model.

Why is that?

Aren't new energy cars
good for the environment?

That's true.

But it's a new product.

Its performance
still has room for improvement.

Although the battery life is good,

charging it still won't be
as convenient as refilling gas.

Don't you agree?

That makes sense.

But these days,

the new energy vehicles policy
offers an incentive.

The license plates are also not
subjected to limitations.

For personal use, convenience is key.

If you choose it solely for the incentive,

there will be no refunds

if you find it inconvenient later.

As for the license plate…

If you order our traditional car model,

I'll figure something out

and get you an out-of-state license plate.

Just slap it on.

Really?

-Is that possible?
-Yes.

How much will it cost?

If you're really interested in buying,

the rest

can be discussed later.

I guarantee you'll be satisfied.

Thank you.

Of course.

SU YANG

This must be the main reason
why sales are so low.

Check this store's sales commission rate.

Okay.

But Ruoxin,

shouldn't we report this to Mr. Xu?

Don't let the blame land on us again.

It's okay.

I have to handle this.

Why else would Mr. Xu keep me here?

If you order our traditional car model,

I'll figure something out

and get you an out-of-state license plate.

Just slap it on.

Really?

-Is that possible?
-Yes.

How much will it cost?

If you're really interested in buying,

the rest

can be discussed later.

I guarantee you'll be satisfied.

Mr. Liu.

Our salespeople are
professionally trained,

not to mention he's a manager.

You must speak the truth
when selling cars.

The client has the right to know.

I understand how you feel.

Even if the salesman didn't say it,

I believe most customers
would figure it out themselves.

If we only sing praises,

then the consumer
will question our product.

They'll think we ignore
those facts just to gain sales.

Why not put the issues out in the open?

Let the customer choose.

Won't our company seem more honest?

What do you think?

Stealing a foreign license plate
is illegal.

How can a dealer do this in secret

just for internal gain?

That's undermining
the company's product and image.

The salesperson said so himself.

He's acting on his own.

Now that we've discovered
his illegal activities,

we'll punish him accordingly.

But Ms. Shen,

new energy cars' poor sales

certainly aren't
attributed to this reason alone.

You're right, Mr. Liu.

We should be developing our market.

We'll keep at it.
Thank you for the reminder.

Are you busy with work?

The webtoon has been updated.

Have you read it?

I have some bad news.

This month's sales aren't as expected.

And now,

competition is fierce
in the new energy market.

We need to be innovative with technology

as well as marketing

to match our brand philosophy
of innovation and progress.

In the previous phase,

our new car had just come out,

and its reputation
in the industry was the best.

But what was the consensus?

It's too exclusive.

So we need to choose

a more effective form
of in-person marketing

to break this sense of exclusivity

and increase our brand awareness
and popularity.

Let's brainstorm.

What kind of in-person marketing

can be effective?

From a reduced-cost perspective,

promoting at colleges is an option.

From a questionnaire,

I realized that college professors

are relatively interested
in buying new energy vehicles.

Word of mouth also spreads quickly

among college students.

They have a lot of influence
over car purchases at home.

That's a good idea.

However,

a college event requires qualifications.

We can work with school clubs.

For example, sponsoring their events.

They can come and connect with us.

In the automotive industry,

aside from showrooms,

we would also
do in-person marketing at large malls.

This allows the public

to gain awareness and acceptance.

The mall.

That's not a bad idea.

We can break through

to our middle-class
and upper-class consumer groups.

We'll go to the mall first.

Then, school campuses.

I'm outside your office.

Can we meet?

Little kid, can you move over?

-Thank you.
-Thank you.

Over there.

I want this one.

Then how about this?

Zou Cheng.

There you are.

You're the deputy manager,

but you can't escape working on the floor.

It's for this family event.

It's all-hands-on-deck here,

yet the kids still aren't happy.

It's okay. Leave the kids to me.

-Thank you.
-Sure, Zou Cheng.

Let's go.

Little girl, why don't I make you a puppy?

Come with me.

Here.

I'll show you.

Look, this is the head.

Now we'll make two puppy legs.

Your milk tea is ready.

Thank you.

No problem.

I can connect you to the Marketing Team.

As for the fee,

I must consider the mall's bottom line.

Of course, I understand.

But if we promote our event at the mall,

it'll also bring customers to the mall.

It's a potential value-added event.

So I hope you can help me
request a venue discount.

Do you have a complete

or novel promotional activity?

Ziyan joined a band recently.

Did you know that?

-A band?
-Yes.

You will laugh at this.

She won't tell me anything now.

At home, we stay in different rooms.

She even paid
half of the mortgage last month.

She said I was right.

Now she's trying her best

to see if she can live on her own.

She's pursuing

the freedom she always wanted.

Zou Cheng, I've always known

you and Ziyan love each other very much.

It's just that marriage and life

have worn down your passion.

I think the two of you should sit down

and have a nice chat.

I'm busy with work.

She's busy now too.

There's no chance.

Right.

What was it you said?

What band is she in?

It's at the bar she works at.

There's a new up-and-coming band,

but the drummer has to leave,

so Ziyan filled in the spot.

They've been practicing.

Zou Cheng,

I think

you should be more understanding.

What Ziyan needs to find

is a new direction in life and passion.

You should be more understanding.

To be honest, Ziyan just wants to show you

a different side of her.

To be precise, who she used to be.

So for our promotional event,

I want to invite Ziyan and her band.

Thank you, Ruoxin.

I know Ziyan and I need some time.

Life goes on.

Have you discussed this with her?

I have to talk to you first.

I need this deal before I talk to her.

Don't worry.

As for the event discount,

I'll get it for you.

Thank you.

Thank you, Ruoxin.

I should be the one thanking you
for getting us a discount.

You should get going. You must be busy.

Okay.

-Bye, Zou Cheng.
-Bye.

-Here.
-What are you doing?

Don't treat me like a kid.

No, I think it looks nice.

-Does it?
-It's pretty.

You scared me, Qi Xiao!

Are you still a kid?

Here come two very busy people.

You've been dropping by quite frequently.

Judging by your tone,

you don't sound very welcoming.

She must want us to come by more often.

Hey, kid.

Of all her qualities to imitate,
why choose her witticism?

Don't lecture my people.

Where's Ting?

Ruoxin, did you miss me?

I missed you, buddy.

Okay, that's enough.

We're here to invite your band

to do a small performance

at our promotional event.

Help us bring in a crowd

and spread the word about new energy cars.

Where?

Your husband's mall.

I'm not going.

Can I interpret your overreaction

as stage fright?

Who's the one that said, "Live life"?

Just be yourself.

-I--
-Exactly.

Also, if Ruoxin is inviting us,

she must've discussed it
with your husband.

Since your husband agreed to have us,

I'm sure he wants the opportunity

to watch you perform.

Ziyan, show some rock spirit.

Ziyan,

we're just waiting for your answer.

Fine, I'll go.

Bring it on.

I'm coming.

-Mom?
-Qi Xiao!

Why are you here?

I came to see you.

That took you a while.

Not bad.

It's quite tidy here.

Of course.

I bought this for you.

Vegetables and fruits.

Please accept it.

Is there something you need help with?

You're smart.

I bought two outfits online the other day.

One makes me look gorgeous.

But the other one

turned out quite horrible.

So you want to know

how to return just one item, right?

That's right, my dear.

Is that it?

You should've just called

instead of coming here.

Come on, my dear.

Of course, I know how to make returns.

Did I come here just for that?

I missed you. I came to see you.

While I'm here,
I want to eat my son's cooking.

I see.

Beautiful lady,

please wait for a moment.

I am at your service today.

It's delicious.

Eat more then.

Qi Xiao, are you dating anyone?

If you fall in love,

you have to tell me first thing.

Okay.

Mom, if I make any progress,

you'll be the first to know.

Progress?

So you do have someone you like.

Why is there no progress?

You're so handsome.

How could any girl not fall for you?

What's wrong?

The thing is

my rival is too strong.

My dear.

Do you know how many people
pursued me back then?

How did your dad overcome all obstacles

to win me over?

Have faith.

Don't back down.

Understand?

Yes.

Don't worry, Mom.

I won't look down on myself.

Hello, ladies and gentlemen!

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are customized for senior citizens.

It's cheap.

The routes are simple.

You can have a leisurely time

while enjoying the views.

Ma'am.

Come and look at our ancient town tour.

It's cheaper to sign up now.

-It's a great deal.
-Is that so?

Here, have a gift.

-Which one do you want?
-This one.

Please have a seat here.

Take a look.

Here, take a look at this.

Ma'am!

Would you like a small gift?

It's okay. We don't have kids.

-Thank you.
-It's okay, ma'am.

Come and look at our tour packages.

I'll help you with that, ma'am.
Come and take a look.

You should travel while

-you're still young.
-It's okay.

It's okay, ma'am.

Our low prices also cover
meals, lodging, and admission.

You can just ask her.

Have a seat.

Take a look.

I just looked it over.

I think this route
has quite a reasonable arrangement.

Take a look.

The kids are busy with work,

but we can still travel on our own.

Ma'am, let me tell you a secret.

There's a temple for marriage

on this tour that is very effective.

There's a tree of marriage
that really works.

-Is it that powerful?
-Yes.

I'll have to sign up then.

My son has a crush.

I'll pray for him.

Du Liting.

Ruoxin, we bought so much coffee.

Can it be reimbursed?

We have to buy it either way.

Sales are down.

It all has to do with the dealerships.

Our job this week

is to visit all 20-plus dealerships

to gauge the situation

and connect with the managers.

I hope last time's incident
will never happen again.

It's the company's strategy
to promote new energy cars.

They're supposed to do it.

They're failing at that.
Why should we buy coffee for them?

I don't think it's right.

You really are a fan of the law.

Keep this in mind.

The rules are firm,

but they're implemented by people.

And people are flexible.

Even when you go to court,
you must find a way

to make the judge like you.

Okay.

Welcome.

Which vehicle are you interested in?

We're employees.

I'm here to see Mr. Huang.

Okay.

We bought coffee for everyone.

-Thank you.
-Good work.

One moment, please.

What's wrong?

Why doesn't this store
have our new energy car?

You're right. Not even one.

Ms. Shen, welcome.

-Hello, Mr. Huang.
-Welcome.

Why doesn't your store display
our new energy car?

Well, we received a new notice
from the company yesterday,

so I made adjustments today.

Adjustments?

Why wasn't I informed?

Ms. Shen,

Mr. Liu is playing a game of chess.

Revitalizing storefronts
and reorganizing resources.

So store displays

have to match
the sales volumes of the vehicle.

Our store consistently has the top sales.

So our showroom

is reserved for top-selling cars.

You're aware of the sales
of new energy cars last month.

I can't help it.

We had to relocate it
to other dealerships.

Which stores
have they been transferred to?

I have it right here.

Have a look.

This is outrageous.

You purposely transferred them
to the remotest stores.

Didn't I just tell you?

It's all for revitalizing the storefront
and reorganizing resources.

The new energy cars aren't selling well.

Mr. Huang, if sales are poor,

moving it to such a remote store

will just make sales drop even further.

Lower sales mean
moving it even farther away.

It's a vicious cycle.

This contradicts the headquarters'
new energy vehicle strategy.

There's no point in telling us.

We're just following orders.

We don't make the rules.

So please don't make it hard for me.

You have great foresight.

Wisdom comes with age.

Ms. Shen?

Mr. Ruan,

it seems like you know Mr. Liu well.

I guess waiting here for so long

isn't as effective as
catching him in the elevator.

Ms. Shen, I heard

you were out on business.

Why are you back so soon?

Ms. Shen, what's the matter?

Mr. Liu, since you're busy,
I won't disturb you.

I'll let you two talk.

Mr. Liu.

I came to talk to you

about storefronts and displays.

You can't move all the new energy cars

to remote stores that bring in low sales.

Recently, the company
has been integrating resources.

Displays at stores

are decided based on sales.

Old rules, old traditions.

What's wrong?
Did it affect your new energy cars?

Yes, Mr. Liu.

Strategic promotion of new energy cars

is the company's top priority this year.

I'm sure you understand

and support it.

The current arrangement of displays

is disadvantageous for the promotion.

That's why I want to ask you

to return the new energy cars
to their previous showrooms.

Ms. Shen,

you were a legal consultant.

Am I right, Ms. Shen?

You should understand.

Rules are rules.

They don't single out your department.

I want to make an exception,

but once I do,

everyone will come asking for one.

Then who will respect the company policy?

Ms. Shen,
you should consider the bigger picture.

Mr. Liu.

Our new energy car just launched.

The core promotion period isn't over.

If I remember correctly,

all of the new model releases in the past

got a two-month core promotion period.

Why is it only our new energy car
that is treated differently?

The New Energy Department is new

and the company's top priority.

Of course, we support it.

This is the team

that Mr. Xu personally came here
from the headquarters to put together.

It's in your hands now.

You must treasure it.

Don't let him down.

So if you have the time
to come look for me,

you should find a way

to boost your sales.

Besides, we're doing
the best we can to align

with the company's growth and planning.

Think about it.

How many green lights

has the company given your department?

But you can't always be an exception.

Otherwise, morale
in other departments will drop.

Besides, many colleagues have already

privately expressed their displeasure.

Mr. Liu.

I can imagine my colleagues' displeasure.

After all, we hold different positions.

The reason why I keep coming to you

is that I'm searching for a more compliant

and effective way of working.

But I'm very grateful to you

for advising me time and again.

I'll be more careful from now on.

Ms. Shen,

I really like
straightforward people like you.

To be in my position

is to be at everyone's service.

Remember the problematic salesman?

The company has strictly punished him

with a three-month salary deduction.

But if you are still dissatisfied
with how I handled this,

I really don't know what to do.

The same old line.

We're doing business.

Our competence speaks for us.

That's right.

If there's nothing else,
I'll leave you to it.

I'll get going, Mr. Liu.

Shen Ruoxin.

I always thought you were rational.

You're a grown woman.

After your transfer,

why have you become so moody?

As your superior,
let me give you a piece of advice.

Don't bring
a woman's emotional impulses to work.

Mr. Xu's preferential treatment

flooded the whole company with gossip.

But when it comes to me,

whatever games you play,

no amount of tears will work on me.

What do you mean
by "a woman's emotional impulses"?

"Preferential treatment
flooded the whole company with gossip"?

That cunning old fox is just a bully.

I've been patient enough!

Do you think my patience is a weakness?

I admit that I'm old.

But at least I don't make power plays!

But for him?

He's two-faced!

Are you here for business
or power struggles?

Infuriating.

Why isn't the elevator moving?

Is it old too?

I see.

Let me take a sip.

Open it for me.

I'm so mad.

Am I irrational?

You're very rational. Ms. Rational.

I can't believe it.

Quite rational.

I know you've all been hit hard
because of the sales figures.

But now is not the time to be discouraged.

Next, we're going to carry out
many in-person marketing events

so the press and consumers

can have more exposure to our cars.

It'll be hard at first.

Due to previous mistakes,

we're on a very tight budget.

But luckily,

we still have a lot of friends

willing to help us.

We're a young team

and we're a small team.

But I know.

Every one of us is capable.

Sir, four more signs.

Can you make the date and theme removable

so we can reuse them for the next event?

For this event,

I need you
to personally arrange each step.

When buying materials,

save as much as you can.

Sir, do you remember me?

I'm a regular here.
I came by three times this month.

Yes.

You bought
two illuminated signs last time.

You made me give you three lightbulbs!

When I got home and calculated it,

it was a 0.2 yuan loss!

-How much is this?
-We can't help it.

Rumors will keep spreading.

But we can do our job
to the best of our abilities.

And not let ourselves down.

Ziyan.

Can I be of any help?

Since you've been busy,

I did a little cleaning at home.

I used to think
you had a lot of free time,

but housework is time-consuming.

I admit that I was a bit chauvinistic.

I thought I was supporting the family.

But now, I must admit.

Half the credit goes to you.

That's so lame.

After the event,

move back into our bedroom.

If you're still mad at me,
I'll take the guest room.

Everyone, let's eat.

Let's eat.

Zou Cheng and Ziyan, let's eat.

You don't eat chili peppers?

I do.

So you must be doing that
for your Ms. Shen.

Then you must not know.

Ruoxin loves spicy food.

I know.

But work has been busy lately.

She's angry every day.

It's best to be careful.

Let's eat first.

What's good today?

Ruoxin,

you made the event sound so simple.

But there's so much
to prepare behind the scenes.

Sweetie, it's too late to regret it.

No exceptions once the contract is signed.

That's just like you.

We're working together
towards a common goal.

Don't you forget

my kindness.

Then please refund my deposit.

Qi Xiao.

You're Shen Ruoxin's assistant.

I'm so sorry.

Not at all.

Life sucks.

Being Ruoxin's assistant

is a gift from God.

I must've been lucky in my past life.

I'm unbelievably happy every single day.

Props to you.

I can't eat spicy food either.

Work has been so busy.

I shouldn't eat spicy food.

I'm sorry.

I left a note to leave out the chilies.

Maybe they missed it.

Let's make do with it.

It's okay.

Eat your food!

Ting!

Stop fooling around.
You shouldn't eat spicy food either.

Don't go on stage
and suddenly you can't sing.

You'll ruin our reputation.

Ruoxin.

Have you been busy? You've lost weight.

Is that so?

She might've lost weight,
but she has plenty of energy.

Not just energy,

but strength too.

I can punch you anytime.

With that hand
that couldn't even open a bottle?

Maybe I've been too busy.

You have the delusion
that you can wreak havoc.

It may not wreak havoc,

but temper tantrums, yes.

-In the elevator--
-Have an egg.

What are you doing?

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Your assistant is quite capable.

He's handsome and reliable.

He's also hardworking.

I just don't know
why he's always a sweet talker.

Why is Gen Zers like that?

He's only a sweet talker to you.

Is he interested in you?

What are you saying?

Working hard doesn't mean
he's interested in me.

Maybe he's just ambitious in his career.

Don't assume all young people

are indifferent and have no ambition.

Those young kids are not bad.
They're bright and creative.

If they approve of something,

they'll handle everything
even without you telling them to do so.

Why are you laughing?

What about you and Zou Cheng?

Did my little push take you two

out of the silent treatment
to a happy reunion?

Thank you.

Not only did you worry about my marriage,
you even got me to do charity work.

It's a waste of time.

Enough. I'm going to rehearse.

What do you want?

How about 100 million yuan
to complete your goal?

Give it to me.

No.

Ziyan.

Let's go home together.

My ride is here.

Honey,

your dedicated driver is already here.

Come on.

Let's go.

Ziyan.

I've thought it through.

I can't leave you.

I'm tired today.

Let's talk another day.

Will you let me finish?

Go on.

I've been thinking.

When did our relationship
start to go wrong?

What is the problem?

Did you find the answer?

You said that

we have nothing in common at the moment.

That we want different things.

That the woman who is Zou Cheng's wife

doesn't have to be you.

I think that's wrong.

For two people
to spend a lifetime together,

they don't always have
to be at the same pace.

Isn't marriage about waiting

for each other?

I know.

We have a lot of problems.

It's probably because of my job.

Maybe it's because
of whether we want kids.

Or whether you get a job.

But I think it comes down

to whether I'll stop and wait for you

or whether you'll stop and wait for me.

My answer is I will.

Will you?

Ziyan.

You gave the drums another try.

Why can't you give us another chance?

Let's be honest with each other.

If there's a problem,
we can solve it together.

I know.

I've let you down many times.

I don't blame you entirely.

I'm reflecting on myself.

During that time,

I was growing to dislike myself as well.

It was getting harder to find myself.

Sometimes, I wonder

whether it was the unlikable Song Ziyan

who brought out the unlikable Zou Cheng.

Let's work hard together.

Let's kick out

that unlikable Song Ziyan and Zou Cheng.

Okay?

You startled me.

Why didn't you sleep inside?

Why are you back so late?

Sleep inside. It's uncomfortable here.

How could I sleep when you weren't back?

Go to sleep.

You have a trip in the morning.

You're so busy.

I don't want to go.

Don't say that out of anger.

What will you do here?

You'll just cook a few meals.

I won't starve without you, right?

Go out and enjoy the view.

It's good to make more friends.

I'll prepare the things you need tomorrow.

It's cool in the morning
and hot in the evening.

The temperature fluctuates.

Take this hat

and these sunglasses.

Take them with you.

Bring two more shirts.

It gets cold at night.

And pack two pretty dresses

for pictures.

It's only for a few days.

Why would I bring so many things?

I've already packed.

You're going on a trip.
Just bring them along.

Better safe than sorry.

Go.

Sleep early.

I look like Zorro.

You look cool.

Bring two more facial masks.

I don't need a mask.

Look at my wrinkles.

What's the point in caring for them?

Take them.

After using a facial mask,

your photos will look nice.

Take your time.

I'm going to take a shower.

I'll be on-site early tomorrow.

Sleep in a bit.

Don't say no.

Get your rest.

We'll need you once the event starts.

Okay.

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Subtitle translation by: Renee Luk