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♪I can do everything for you♪

♪I can do everything for you♪

♪I will do everything for you♪

♪The faint light of the night flickers♪

♪Guiding me step by step towards you♪

♪Two independent hearts beat♪

♪Too closely as destined♪

♪You're in all my dreams♪

♪With eyes so mesmerizing♪

♪When you look at me, I'm very sure♪

♪It's love♪

♪I can do everything for you♪

♪I can do everything for you♪

♪I will do everything for you♪

♪We roam among the stars♪

♪We sleep under the most beautiful sky♪

♪We hold hands, saving each other♪

=Step By Step Love=

=Episode 12=

Mr. Lu,

this tea has a very strong aftertaste.

This is an aged tea, drink it slowly.

Avoid tea intoxication.

Don't worry.

I've had the delicious salad and sandwich made by Qin Xun.

Avoid getting tea drunk.

I thought Qin Xun could only make coffee and mixed drinks.

You're unfamiliar with him.

Qin Xun has many tricks up his sleeve.

He cooks to win a woman's stomach,

effortlessly.

Talking about food makes me hungry.

I'll make noodles.

Would you like a bowl?

No, thanks, Mr. Lu.

Actually, I need to talk to you about something.

What is it? Go ahead.

I want to say

I'm gonna drop my lease.

What? Why?

If everything's fine, why move out?

Is the rent too high?

That's not the only thing.

I want to separate work from life.

Living too close to my boss

isn't convenient.

Are you accusing me

of squeezing you like this?

I'm telling you this after serious consideration.

I'm fine without the deposit refund.

Your poor deposit...

Your deposit doesn't matter to me.

Hello?

Mr. Lu, tomorrow is my birthday.

I want to invite you to my birthday party.

It's my first birthday since I came to Pinshang.

You must come, please.

Carry, I don't really do parties.

If you're willing to combine it

with the orphanage's renovation bash,

I'd like to join.

Alright!

That was actually my intention.

It's perfect to celebrate with colleagues as well.

Great, that's settled then.

Bu Ran,

tomorrow is Carry's birthday.

We're combining it with the orphanage's renovation bash.

I need to plan out

how to proceed correctly.

So, about you moving out,

let's discuss it in a few days.

You need to throw a birthday party for Carry?

Are you suffering from intermittent deafness?

I just said that,

it should be combined with the orphanage's renovation bash.

The number you dialed is not answered at the moment,

please try again later.

- Happy Birthday! - Happy Birthday!

Thank you, everyone!

Tonight, we won't return until we're drunk.

- No return until drunk! - No return until drunk!

Come on!

- Happy Birthday! - Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday!

Ms. Yao, why aren't you drinking?

I'm Mr. Lu's driver, so no drinking.

Happy Birthday!

Thank you.

Bu Ran, is that all you're drinking?

I...

Bu Ran needs to draw diagrams later.

Excessive drinking impairs work.

Mr. Lu,

it's also the orphanage's bash

to mark the renovation's completion.

It wouldn't be right for the chief designer not to drink.

Don't you think so?

- Yes. - Yes.

Bu Ran, take a sip.

Bu Ran, take a sip.

Carry, you are the backbone of the Marketing Dept.

On behalf of the company, I wish you a happy birthday.

Thank you, Mr. Lu.

It is you who helped me find my right career.

But I'd like to drink like this.

Happy Birthday!

Bu Ran, are you really not going to drink?

Indeed,

I may have been a bit strict with you normally,

but it's for Mr. Lu and the company, isn't it?

It's also to help you grow quickly.

Please understand.

Come on, let's have a drink.

Yeah, have a drink.

Just a sip, come on.

Carry, Bu Ran can't hold her liquor well.

I'll drink with you.

Mr. Lu,

people in the Marketing Dept. can't do without drinking gatherings.

To handle your liquor, practice.

And this amount of alcohol won't trouble Bu Ran, right?

- Yeah. - Yeah.

Sip.

Bu Ran,

today is my birthday,

and also your celebration banquet.

You owe me this favor.

Right.

Drink some.

- Drink some. - Come on, Bu Ran.

Drink a bit.

Bu Ran really can't drink.

Carry, happy birthday.

I am quite a bit older than you,

and you should call me Sister Carry.

You said it wrong. Penalty shot, bottoms up.

Bottoms up, Bu Ran.

- Bottoms up. - Bottoms up.

Down one.

Yeah.

Mr. Lu,

although Bu Ran is a bit thorny normally,

I quite like her personality.

My attitude towards her is all in the liquor.

- Carry is impressive. - Impressive.

- Carry, impressive. - Impressive.

Bottoms up.

Bu Ran, today in front of Mr. Lu,

let your drinking manners show

your unity with the Marketing Dept.

Carry has done hers. You do yours too.

Bottoms up, Bu Ran.

Yeah, bottoms up.

- Drink some. - Bottoms up.

- Come on. - Right.

Awesome, Bu Ran.

Impressive.

Come on, Bu Ran.

Let's toast Mr. Lu together.

Thank him for giving us the chance to join Pinshang.

Carry, I know you're happy today.

Don't drink too much.

Mr. Lu,

we know you care about us,

but drinking shows our sincerity, doesn't it?

Bu Ran, anyone who doesn't drink is letting Mr. Lu down.

Mr. Lu.

Since Sister Carry said that

the more I drink, the more I show my sincerity.

I'll snatch some spotlight from her

and show it a bit more

to let the envious ones see that

I'm worth all this kindness from you.

Awesome, Bu Ran.

Impressive, Bu Ran.

Impressive, Bu Ran.

Her alcohol tolerance is good.

Bu Ran.

Bu Ran, are you okay, Bu Ran?

How is it going, Bu Ran?

Are you okay, Bu Ran?

Bu Ran, be careful.

Bu Ran.

Low alcohol tolerance, yet you seek the spotlight.

You live on the east side?

Take her home.

I want to play a bit longer.

I live close to Bu Ran.

I'll take her.

Slow down.

Get the car.

Okay.

What?

Mr. Lu will take her home?

I don't know.

Carry, it's your birthday today.

Let's go back in and continue singing.

Let's go, leader.

Boss, let me do it.

No need.

It's getting late.

Go back and rest early.

I'll bring her up.

You alone?

Previously, I solely cared for her.

Nothing to worry about.

No.

You're good at looking after people.

I've seen it since I was little.

Since little?

Did you remember something?

Even if I can't remember, I know.

Hurry back, don't let her catch a cold.

Drive carefully.

Brother.

(Today is my coming-of-age ceremony.)

(I had a couple more drinks with dad.)

I can't hold my liquor well,

but you're the best at taking care of people.

Dr. Ma,

how've you been?

Okay then. I'll give you another injection.

You...

I... Emm...

I want some of this hand sanitizer.

Hello?

Hello?

After so many calls, you finally picked up.

Have you gotten up?

Last night was my colleague's birthday,

and I had a bit to drink.

I slept really well.

Anything happened?

If something had happened to me,

could I be talking to you properly?

I'll get up and go to work.

Let's keep in touch.

Oh my!

I slept in Lu Cenyang's bedroom.

Does it make me seem not reserved

if I don't let out a couple of screams?

I thought you were going to sleep till noon.

Come have some dim sum and tea.

Why did you make me stay in your room?

Bu Ran, you're home.

You were drunk.

I feared you would sleep on the floor like last time and catch a cold.

Sorry to make you sleep in my bed for the night.

Was I talking gibberish?

Qin Xun, you come pick me up?

It's all your fault.

And that Carry.

Just seeing her gets me angry.

I was so mad I drank two bottles in one go.

Aren't you worried if you've been taken advantage of?

You worry about misspeaking?

Now, tell me honestly.

Did you take advantage of me?

Last time you were drugged, I didn't take advantage of you.

Why would I harass you this time?

Because you're about to move out

and I'll lose my chance forever?

There could be many motives.

Like...

Like I grow on you.

You've found me attractive,

and couldn't resist the temptation.

Or like you have a secret crush on me.

When I'm sober, you just don't have the guts.

You only dare to do it when I'm drunk.

Do you?

Qin Xun.

What should I do?

Could it be that I've fallen for him?

Otherwise, why do I feel here

so blocked up?

You're talking about yourself.

I see no reason for your move.

Except that you have a crush on me,

but think it's impossible,

so you're deliberately avoiding me.

As expected of you, Mr. Lu.

You know how to turn the tables.

Blind self-love will lead to a slap in the face.

Let me tell you.

Last night I dreamed about my male god.

Seven years since we parted,

he still gives such a sense of security.

Come with me to get out of the rain.

♪Too late to become gentle raindrops♪

That silhouette captivates everyone.

Undeniably handsome.

Which novel's male protagonist is he?

No kidding, he really exists.

He's a bodyguard,

much younger than you.

Seven years ago,

he helped me out,

so I arranged my overseas student loan.

If you struggle with overseas study, consult your father.

He's the reason you're stuck with your tuition fees.

Grandma, Dad's been locked up because of The Yi Family stuff.

Please guarantee my student loan.

I'll earn my tuition fee by myself.

Grandma, Grandma!

Your last name is Bu, not Yi.

I don't recognize your mom.

Let alone you.

I'm about to meet an important builder.

Don't get in the way.

♪Encouragement that gives me courage♪

♪Turns into everything, holding you tight♪

Take the umbrella away. I don't need it.

You think that being miserable

will earn you sympathy?

Don't be silly.

I don't want to drag you down with me.

My grandma won't let off

anyone who sympathizes with me.

♪Step by step in your reflection♪

♪Complete a perfect plot♪

Ms. Hua is still in a meeting.

I will help you arrange a meeting with her later.

♪Become warm wings♪

♪Soothing your sorrow♪

♪Clearing the clouds away for you♪

♪Like a glass bottle♪

♪I pack all my secrets deep down♪

How handsome can a bodyguard be?

Really handsome.

Compared with him,

you're just ordinary.

Like a big deal.

So, what if you meet this bodyguard again?

If I meet him again,

I might just say hello.

Maybe I'd go after him.

But I won't know

when we really meet.

So, if

he

and the one you like now

were standing in front of you,

which one would you choose?

That won't happen.

Besides my crush,

I don't fancy anyone now.

So

you've determined to wait for him.

But why are you getting a bodyguard boyfriend?

To beat people up for you?

Why are you so otherworldly?

Since I've got a boyfriend,

he better help me pay the rent.

Just kidding.

You have no sense of humor.

♪Turns into everything, holding you tight♪

You're moving.

Where to?

Qin Xun has many houses.

He can just rent one to me at a friend's price.

It's less stressful than living here.

Are you just making up the bodyguard

because you're scared I might come after Qin Xun?

Are you targeting my friend

just because I'm moving out?

Can't you stop being so petty?

Qin Xun will just cause you a small loss in rent.

Don't treat him as an enemy.

Don't move then.

I'm used to having you as my neighbor.

I'm not ready to adapt again.

You could choose not to rent it out.

I am not discussing it with you.

I'm having you know.

If your tire goes flat, I can drive you.

If you worry about rent, you can owe it for now.

With me here, I won't let you drink again.

And,

if you get a leg cramp, you can always come to me.

You can come here for noodles at night.

♪Guiding me step by step towards you♪

♪Two independent hearts beat♪

♪Too close to the destiny in dreams♪

♪You're in all my dreams♪

Where can you find a landlord as great as me?

♪When you look at me, I'm very sure♪

What you said

is an order

or...

Something else?

Why are you so hesitant?

Nothing.

Minor misunderstanding.

♪We roam among the stars♪

Hello?

(Carry) Mr. Lu, Bu Ran has gone too far.

It's been a while since the workday began.

She's the only one who skipped the meeting.

She didn't drink much yesterday,

so she can't have a hangover.

Should we ask someone to her place?

No need.

I had her come over early to review some design drafts.

You're in charge of the Marketing Dept.

You lied to Carry for me.

I'm warning you.

You're already quite late.

You only have five minutes. Hurry up and get to work.

Okay.

Something on my face?

You don't gotta chauffeur me

just to have me cook.

I just made some porridge.

You are still hungover from last night's drinking.

Riding isn't safe.

I just show concern for subordinates. It's no big deal.

So, you showed concern for me

as you took care of me last night?

Stop questioning.

We're at the company.

Time to work.

My phone.

Alright, I'm on it.

Move your hand away.

My hair.

My hair.

Stay right there.

It's caught.

My hair.

Hurry up.

Okay.

What are you looking at?

Not much to see.

Hurry up.

My son has returned from Tibet.

My dear.

How did you get tanned?

I gave you lots of sunscreens,

and several facial masks.

How did you lose all that weight?

I was in touch with best BBQ spots wherever you went.

What have you done?

Easy there. Don't get choked.

Come on. Drink some water.

He suffered a bit.

Don't feel sorry for him first.

Ask him if he's learned his lesson.

Grandma.

If the source is credible,

I should finish the task.

Everyone said she is Lu Siqi.

Tibet is so sacred,

and vast.

Why are there so many swindlers?

I didn't taste any of that grilled meat.

Every time I heard about Lu Siqi,

I was right after that person.

When the car stalled on the plateau,

I didn't think twice about relying on any ride

that could get me there.

Nothing could stop me.

But I didn't expect I would run into Lu Siqi from Sichuan,

Lu Siqi from Shandong,

and even the Lu Siqi from the Northeast.

Take your time.

(Carry's information shouldn't be wrong.)

Did you remember yet?

There are so many things like a fast-forwarded film,

but I can't remember clearly.

I can't tell who they are.

Dr. Ma,

do you know how I used to

feel about the boss?

Why do you ask that?

When I found he was looking out for a female coworker,

I felt nervous.

Honestly, I'm not even sure what's got me worried.

He told me before

that you are his favorite younger sister.

You need to ask Lu Siqi for the answer you're looking for.

I'll cooperate actively

to bring her back as soon as possible.

Miss Yao,

you saw the doctor so early?

I have a stiff neck, so I'm here for acupuncture treatment.

What are you doing here?

Yesterday, I drank with the client.

I came to get medicines for my upset stomach.

Get some for Bu Ran as well.

She was drunk at birthday party of our colleague yesterday.

Oh, my!

She typically avoids alcohol.

but lately she drinks a lot.

She didn't pick up my call yesterday.

Worried?

I'll have you take care of her.

Okay.

I'll get her medicines and deliver them.

I'm leaving.

Okay, bye.

Bye.

(So she's my half-sister with the same father.)

(Lu Siqi.)

Hello?

I bumped into Miss Yao at the hospital today.

I heard you've been drinking again.

How's your stomach?

Fine, I'm already at work.

Why'd you go to the hospital?

Getting medicines for a coworker

and get stomach medicines for you as well.

I'll bring it to you at noon.

If you're coming, wait until I get off work.

I didn't ride my bike today.

Please give me a ride.

Okay, then I'll pick you up after work.

It's quite a trek from Old Pal's.

Leaving later can avoid the rush.

Got it.

Calling Qin Xun?

He feared I'll get a stomachache from alcohol,

so he got me some medicine.

He's totally your good friend.

Being jealous won't do any good.

Boss,

what are you drinking?

Make me a cup of coffee.

What would you like?

Forget it.

So you won't accuse me

of exploiting a sick employee.

I'll give you a half-day off.

Take a rest.

It's paid leave.

You're so kind to me.

If you were any nicer,

I'm afraid I would misunderstand you.

Do it as you wish.

Boss, I'm fine.

I need no leave.

I'm off to work.

Mr. Lu.

Coffee or tea? I'll make it.

I was actually seeking you.

Make me a cup of coffee.

Okay, right away.

Men are fickle.

Didn't he drink coffee?

Why the sudden change of heart?

Come in.

Mr. Lu,

thank you for throwing me a birthday party yesterday.

I'm sorry for the trouble.

We're colleagues, so there's no need for formalities.

It was your birthday.

I forgot to prepare a present for you,

so I'll make amends.

My sister brought it back from Tibet.

It is said to be blessed.

It's meant to remind one to keep good intentions.

Speak kind words and do good deeds.

I just give it to you.

Hope you like it.

I like it very much.

Thank you.

The company has decided

to collaborate with the popular short video program

Extraordinary Place

(Extraordinary Places) on a space-makeover variety show.

For the company's branding,

it's a great opportunity.

So, because of content planning

that lead to similarities with other shows of the same type,

the project has been assigned to your team

for infusing novel thoughts, and focusing on showcasing

local cultural and aesthetic expression.

It's urgent.

I'll get it done today.

Come in.

Boss,

Mr. Ma from HG Real Estate in Singapore

is already at the hotel.

Let's set off.

Let's go.

I'm all ears.

What information did you gather?

Zihe has stayed in Tibet for a month,

and met countless persons called Lu Siqi,

but all of them are not real.

Have you been tricked?

That shouldn't be possible.

Lu Siqi returned from Tibet with a valuable bracelet.

Mr. Lu even gave me one just now.

He also assigned me

to an important project.

I was about to tell you.

Pay more attention.

You know what happens to those I get rid of.

(Bu Ran is the only thing)

(standing between me and Lu Cenyang.)

(I wouldn't be in this tricky position now.)

Bu Ran, come to my office.

The company will partner with a short video firm

on a space renovation show.

Mr. Lu wants some

expressions of Chinese elements.

He trusts you the most, so you take charge of it.

I don't have experience of making

the show plan.

In that case, get learning.

You were late for work in the morning, so you need to work overtime.

Mr. Lu said it's urgent.

(Mr. Lu will surely approve of)

(the plan prepared by Bu Ran.)

(Then I'll reveal the plan to Ms. Hua.)

(Once Yihua steps in and embarrasses Pinshang,)

(Bu Ran will be the one to blame.)

(And I can finally vent my anger.)

Mr. Ma is considerate.

Upon seeing

the video of the renovated orphanage,

he promptly discussed partnering with you.

He also wants to invest in a joint venture

for exploring the Southeast Asian market

Due to the spread of short videos, we can know Mr. Ma.

Fine wine may need marketing.

Good thing you've already had your eye on this area.

It's a great chance to divert Carry's focus a bit,

so she doesn't get too wrapped up

in Siqi.

Of course.

You don't need to see me off today.

I'll go to Dr. Ma on my own.

Okay.

Carry,

has the plan of cooperation with Extraordinary Places been revised?

Mr. Lu,

Bu Ran is taking the initiative to work overtime on it.

It'll be done before dawn.

Okay, I got it.

Putting this on your stomach will make you feel better.

How did you get in?

I acted like a delivery guy.

I've waited downstairs for you for a long time.

I'd better keep you company.

Take your medicine.

You dare to drink a lot.

You will have an upset stomach.

How do you do it?

Just tell me what to do, and I'll handle it.

No, that's not appropriate.

Are you sure you can keep going like this?

Can you continue staying up late?

You need to learn to rely on me, your all-round friend.

I've thought of a planning idea.

Revamping ancient alley houses

helps those working in the city feel the sense of belonging again,

and makes city dwellers used to all the steel and concrete

long for the pastoral life of the countryside.

(Reference images)

I've found some reference images.

Help me layout them.

Done.

Everything goes more smoothly with me around.

We shouldn't take our rapport for granted.

Just a neater diagram

shows our rapport?

Our rapport is real.

About you moving,

how have you considered it?

You always works overtime, so I'm really worried about you.

If you move closer,

I could take care of you.

Don't fight alone at any time.

I'll always be the man behind you.

Got it.

Get to work quickly.

How did you get in?

Do you think this is a veggie market?

Hello,

you walk silently?

You scared me!

It's my own company.

You don't need to teach me how to walk.

You've entered the Pinshang office.

This is a serious matter.

Mr. Lu, I lost my mind.

I brought him in.

Punish me then.

Is the company's surveillance for display?

It has nothing to do with her.

I broke in myself.

There's no one in Pinshang?

Compel an ailing person to work late.

Right.

She has an upset stomach

because she was forced to drink.

Is Pinshang really that heartless?

I gave you a holiday. Why didn't you leave?

Staying here and doing others' jobs. You're being a pushover.

Do you not know how to say no?

I...

Where is that swagger

when you yelled at me this morning?

I...

Leave the rest of the work

for me to wrap up.

Wait a minute.

What did you just say?

♪Don't pity the journey we agreed to embark on♪

♪For it has expired♪

♪There are too many uncertainties and worries♪

♪It's okay. I'm especially clear-headed♪

♪Take a good deep breath♪

♪And let the emotions pause for a moment♪

♪I'm fortunate to encounter such serendipity♪

♪I wish to be alone♪

♪In the boundless sky that's just cleared up♪

♪And rinse my mood clean♪

♪Take a good deep breath♪

♪Then give it a good thought♪

♪Whether to stop or continue loving you♪

♪I believe that solitude is the night's message to me♪

♪It's pitiful for it to become a trace of love♪