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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 13=

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?

This morning?

So last night, you two slept...

Were you together?

Yeah.

No.

I was drunk last night

and Mr. Lu took me home

to take care of me.

He briefly took care of me.

And then, we briefly

stayed in the same space.

The same...

You're stammering now.

Go wash your face first.

I'll have a word with Mr. Lu.

You...

Rest assured. A gentleman speaks, not strikes.

Come on. Don't you know me?

What was that?

You'd better explain.

Bu Ran was very clear.

I took care of her all night.

I don't know what you are plotting in your mind,

but I warn you.

Discard your impure thoughts.

Impure thoughts?

Do you mean I like Bu Ran?

Listen, don't even think about it.

How I think is my business.

Do you think your warning works?

You...

Why are you arguing?

You'll make a rumor out of nowhere.

I'll take the work home.

I'm off.

I'll do the rest of the work.

That'll be against the rule.

I set the rules.

Let's go. I'll take you home.

I'll take her home tonight.

You trespassed into Pinshang.

I didn't call the police

for the sake of Bu Ran.

Hurry up and leave before I change my mind.

He really would call the police.

You go home first.

I'll call you when I get home.

I'll be leaving now.

Boss.

Was that really necessary?

He is my friend.

He came out of concern for me.

So what?

Even if it was wrong for him to come to the company.

Why did you mention last night to upset him?

He's not your boyfriend.

Why would he be upset?

Do you think only a boyfriend

can truly care for a girl?

You let me stay in your home.

He's not wrong to worry

about your motives.

Then tell me what motive I have?

How would I know?

Perhaps it's because

you find it more convenient

to grab a towel or a basin

at your own home.

I should have stopped you

from drinking at Kerry's

birthday party.

I took care of you

to show my apology.

(I don't have the habit of apologizing to subordinates.)

What now?

My stomach hurts. I'll take a taxi home.

Come back here.

Who would have thought that the usually decisive Mr. Lu

would also have moments of faltering?

Take my advice. She'd never like you.

Before advising others, think about yourself first.

After all these years,

why are you still the backup guy?

Lu Cenyang.

You weren't arrogant

when you asked for my help.

This looks good. Look at this.

I'll hold it.

Take a photo for me, would you?

Okay.

I should have stopped you

from drinking at Kerry's

birthday party.

I took care of you

to show

my apology.

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.

I must be crazy.

Your neighbor has said

that it was a casual show of concern.

What are you getting all excited about?

How long has it been since we broke up?

You've found someone new so quickly.

Her prominent cheekbones are said to overpower her husband.

A woman's cheekbones symbolize career and self-identity.

I make my own pocket money.

You'd have to work a year just to buy my bag.

Someone like you is not fit to challenge me.

Liking scumbags like Yi Zihe can easily shorten one's life.

Anyone who hates living a long life gets involved with him.

You've already been cheated once by Yi Zihe.

Why not cut your losses?

Bu Ran.

She almost harmed you.

Why offer her kindness?

I don't like it

when a flirtatious scoundrel is treated

as a precious wild ginseng.

What about the interior designer

more famous than Taylor?

You are Chen Manni.

So you have some discernment.

Why are you... How did the two of you...

Manni and I got together

at Cape of Good Hope.

And who is she?

Never mind her. Just a junior designer.

I've received news

that Lu Cenyang

will be collaborating with the currently popular Extraordinary Place.

The aesthetic of Future Spaces is decided by the young.

Lu Cenyang will begin to generate traffic for the brand.

This is a clever move.

We can't just watch others shine, can we?

Mom.

Why don't we privately

acquire that MCN company?

Does having milk make one a cow?

Such shows can be replicated in great numbers.

Are you going to buy it all?

We might as well switch to doing media.

Mom.

I can use media friends to hire spammers

and smear them before their show launches.

The aesthetic of Pinshang Design is widely recognized.

Just smearing them

would only increase their visibility.

Why spend money to boost someone else's popularity?

Working on ways to deal with Lu Cenyang?

I have a proposal.

When I went to Tibet,

I started dating an amazing female designer.

She's now more popular abroad than Taylor.

Zihe, you're not needed here.

Mom, let me finish first.

We can invest in Extraordinary Place

and change the program format

to allow more companies to participate,

each bringing a designer to compete.

Netizens' vote

will decide the winner.

If Lu Cenyang doesn't agree to the challenge,

we can claim that Pinshang lacks strength.

If he accepts it,

my girlfriend is talented and beautiful.

We're sure to win.

Zihe.

This is the first time I've approved of your romantic entanglements.

This task is yours.

If you can win,

bring your girlfriend over for me to see.

Okay.

(Qin Xun)

Feeling better?

I'm all better.

Let me tell you.

Don't get into trouble with Mr. Lu over me.

If I offend him, I won't fare well either.

I understand.

Have you decided when to move?

You're quite impressive.

Your first show plan

got approved right away.

This is certainly a step up from your job in Marketing Dept.

I'm quite curious.

You got Mr. Lu on board by getting drunk.

Clever tactics.

Bu Ran.

Mr. Lu wants you to meet

with the producers of Extraordinary Place.

Coming right away.

Ms. Kerry.

Even you can't win over Mr. Lu with your looks,

so how can I?

Work relies on capability,

not underhanded means.

You've been at Pinshang for so long and still don't know that.

This is Bu Ran from our Marketing Dept.

She's also an excellent interior designer.

She optimized the previous plan.

Hello.

Ms. Bu, hello.

Please sit down.

Ms. Bu's planning

has really given our program

an extraordinary meaning.

You flatter me.

Based on your proposal,

we plan to introduce other competitions

to add more appeal to the program,

including Yihua that will join the program.

This time, they have recruited

a designer

with top-tier skills and looks, Chen Manni.

With her on board,

not only is the popularity guaranteed,

but the show is sure to be a hit.

How about it?

Do you want to have a go against your peers?

You want me to compete?

Is this indirectly

making me a part of the Design Dept.?

It's official.

Before you joined us,

I had transferred you

to the Design Department.

In the Design Dept.,

only team leaders

can oversee project progress.

No superior can use their position to oppress others.

You can fully showcase your abilities.

I'm truly excited to be part of the Design Dept.,

But Chen Manni isn't just exceptionally beautiful,

she's a genius who can

take on Taylor and get a thumbs up.

If I compete with her for popularity,

I stand no chance.

Extraordinary Place is a variety show about competing in space renovation,

not popularity

or out-talking others.

If it were purely about design, I'd definitely dare to compete.

But a variety show means being in front of a camera

where people judge and comment.

Chen Manni is a designer widely known

as both beautiful and talented.

Anyone with eyes would vote for her.

I'm in for a humiliation.

If you're so timid,

I'll give up on collaborating.

It's windy up there.

Go down.

What?

I...

When did you learn to paint?

I've liked it since I was young.

Later on, your grandparents insisted I go into business,

so I gave it up.

Your mom wants to hang a painting in the house

to look nicer.

So I picked up my old hobby again.

My mom has very high taste.

You haven't painted for so many years.

Are you confident you can paint well?

If it's a painting for your mom,

I'm confident it will be good.

You came back without a word.

Is there something troubling you?

Where's Mom?

Your mom thinks you are eating chocolate quickly,

so she went out to buy you some.

Tell me while she's not here

so she won't hear and worry about you.

Dad.

You're right to worry.

The more Mr. Lu values me,

the less I know how to strive correctly.

It's so hard.

Then let's compare

and see who has it harder.

Here you go again.

As someone who came out of prison,

I can only share with you the detours I've taken.

Your birthday is coming up.

You're about to turn 27.

When I was your age,

it took a lot of effort for me

to defeat countless rivals in love

and win over your mother's heart.

Yet this romance still faced opposition from the family.

How can this be considered a detour?

In your grandmother's eyes, it was.

Even your grandfather's death

was blamed on my unfilial behavior.

Later on, we had you.

To ensure a more stable life at home,

I worked at Yihua,

at a job I was reluctant to do.

To accompany you as you grew up,

I was unwilling to socialize.

I was criticized by your grandma,

saying a woman had dampened my fighting spirit.

See?

Luckily,

your mom was always by my side.

And you've made us proud.

As you can see,

in hard times,

only after enduring it fully,

can you appreciate

the beauty of the detours.

Dad, I love you.

You are really remarkable

to have persevered like this.

You know,

I was biding my time with determination.

I'll share

some information on Yihua

that you definitely don't know.

Chen Manni once had a crush on Lu Cenyang.

But Lu Cenyang didn't like her,

and she held a grudge inside,

which is why she chose Zihe.

She even pursued Lu Cenyang.

But Chen Manni is so beautiful.

Lu Cenyang grew up as an orphan,

but he managed to win the favor of Lu Mingyu

and made something of himself.

Whether it's looks,

intelligence,

or strength,

he is outstanding among the young people.

It's no surprise anyone would like him.

To be honest,

I like him.

Why else would your mom

and I worry for you so much?

Don't talk about these baseless things.

Paint your painting.

Alright, alright.

Join me?

Don't be reserved.

I think it's better to be bold.

By the way, Dad.

Did you really quit drinking?

Alcohol is hard to give up.

I drink

not just as a smokescreen,

more importantly,

it was to bolster courage against the Yi Family.

To overcome psychological fears,

it's often hard to do it just for oneself.

But for someone you care about,

you might find it a small matter.

If your mom knew

that the two of us completed this painting,

she'd definitely like it more.

Lu Cenyang.

I used to like you so much,

but you barely looked at me.

Now, I want you to have no choice but to face me.

I will join Extraordinary Place

just to see

how you'll have to dodge my edge.

Your designers from Pinshang

aren't even fit to hold my feet.

Using design as a tool for revenge when courtship fails.

Senior.

You're really disgracing us designers.

How come you're everywhere?

I live here.

How come you're everywhere?

Don't overestimate yourself.

He's a man I can't get.

Do you think proximity gives you an advantage?

It might.

I'm doubting Mr. Lu's taste now.

Watch your mouth.

Enough with the sarcasm.

You think by provoking me,

you can prove your taste is superior?

Didn't you also pick

that fickle guy Yi Zihe?

Yi Zihe is young and willing to spend money on me.

It's true love for me, no doubt.

But as for you...

Want to be Mr. Lu's canary?

Look at you, from head to toe.

Are you challenging Mr. Lu's aesthetic lower limit?

After so many years...

Your way of judging people is still so mundane.

Bu Ran is a designer I highly value.

Mind your tone when you speak.

Is that so?

Well, Bu Ran,

let's have a competition at Extraordinary Place.

I will crush you.

Prepare well.

I have great confidence in you.

The merit of one's appearance and the quality of space design

is not for the designer themselves to judge,

but for the admirer to evaluate.

I think you're pretty.

Compared to Chen Manni,

you have a more natural and comfortable vibe.

What a compliment.

You make me sound like a pillow.

Your timid demeanor

does resemble an embroidered pillow.

When I first invited you to Pinshang,

do you remember what you said to me?

(I said,)

(can you make me)

(a better designer than Taylor?)

A designer's focus

should be on how to make the client's space

somewhere they're willing to immerse their life.

You were pure

when you designed the orphanage.

That's your winning charm.

You shouldn't have so many concerns.

If I lose,

wouldn't that prove your lack of judgment even more?

This is exactly what Chen Manni wants to see.

Then it's good if you win, isn't it?

Focus on your design,

and I'll be your support off the field.

Don't you look forward to joining forces with me

to put out Chen Manni's arrogant airs?

But I haven't figured out what to do yet.

The ancient alley where my father grew up

was particularly beautiful.

But the young have all gone out to make their way,

leaving many old houses abandoned.

I have an Auntie Wang

who entrusted me with renovating

it for her granddaughter.

But the layout is poor,

with bad transportation.

The construction is very difficult.

Are you willing to do it?

(To overcome psychological fears,)

(it's often hard to do it just for oneself.)

(But for someone you care about,)

(you might find it)

(a small matter.)

Remember.

You're not fighting alone.

You're fighting shoulder-to-shoulder with me.

♪Complete a perfect plot♪

I'm in.

♪Too late to become gentle raindrops♪

If we win, remember to give me a nice bonus.

No problem.

♪Clearing the clouds away for you♪

♪Like a glass bottle♪

I'm off to cook.

♪Those transparent moments♪

♪Grow crystal clear in my palms♪

♪Let me just be your everything♪

♪Let me love you and be loved♪

♪Every step is in perfect sync♪

♪Let me just be your everything♪

(I'm rushing to meet with the director)

(and measure Auntie Wang's house.)

(This is for two days.)

(Put the leftovers in the fridge.)

(Welcome to Extraordinary Place.)

(Here is the designer from Pinshang,)

(Bu Ran's challenge site.)

(She will renovate an old house in an ancient alley.)

Auntie Wang.

You're here.

Let me show you around.

This

is our living room.

Over there

is our kitchen.

And this here.

Come, take a look inside.

Come on.

Inside here,

it's my bedroom.

Take a look, it's a bit small.

Only one bed can fit in.

Oh right, I also have a second floor.

However,

the stairs are outside.

How do you think I should remodel this place?

Okay, I'll go measure it first.

Okay.

♪Let the castle be surrounded by love♪

Take this.

Yang.

Have you seen Bu Ran's performance at Extraordinary Place?

Of course, I have.

Ms. Kerry,

Bu Ran is on camera,

but why didn't she prepare a decent bag?

Carrying such a tattered bag,

she's simply making a backdrop for Chen Manni from Yihua.

She's completely embarrassing the company.

Maybe she thinks carrying a tattered bag

has more of an artist's vibe.

But in the video competition,

a designer's image and temperament

will also affect the netizens' votes.

We have always been steadily beating Yihua.

Bu Ran better be ready for the ridicule when she comes back.

Well said.

Bu Ran.

When you get on camera later, do you want

to get styled to look better?

(I think you're pretty.)

(Compared to Chen Manni,)

(you have a more natural)

(and comfortable vibe.)

No need.

It's convenient for me to work.

Chen Manni didn't just bring an assistant,

but she also brought a makeup artist and a stylist.

She's completely prepared things

as a celebrity.

And then there's your bag.

When measuring an old house, convenience is important.

I use this bag when measuring houses.

It's lightweight and can hold a lot.

Is everything ready?

Yes, all set.

(Pinshang)

How was the construction site?

The Engineering Dept. has helped me

to relieve a lot of pressure.

As for the difficult parts,

I'll make changes.

It's good to be motivated.

The first voting results of 'Extraordinary Place' are out.

I wanted to cheer you up

with this gift.

Thank you, Ms. Yao.

I appreciate the kind gesture.

But I'm not used to these bags.

You may as well treat me to a big meal.

That would cheer me up even more.

Some people judge others by their bags.

You should take it,

for the company.

I really can't accept it.

If I carried such a bag to the construction site,

it would not only distract me,

but also show a lack of confidence.

Please,

return it.

Okay.

I don't want to put too much pressure on you.

I'll just send more barrage comments

to support you.

Ms. Kerry.

Did you see what Mr. Lu carried to work this afternoon?

Such a cheap thing

actually looked high-end by Mr. Lu.

How could Mr. Lu use something so cheap?

It must be some famous brand.

You just don't recognize it.

(Ms. Bu.)

(You've seen)

(my first floor.)

(It is 55 square meters.)

(There's a small room upstairs.)

where my son lived when he was young.

Now that he's married and lives in the new district,

he only comes back occasionally to sit for a bit.

It's both old and damp.

It's not convenient for him to bring

his family back to stay.

I just want to have an independent

space for my son and his wife,

while ensuring a study space for my granddaughter.

And ideally, a bright and clean kitchen.

Do you think my requests are too much?

Not at all, Auntie Wang.

You see,

your home has limited space,

but with the second floor, your ceiling is high.

So I will expand upward to create space.

Don't worry.

I will fulfill all of your requests.

Good, thank you.

That's wonderful.

You looked great on camera.

You will always be the best designer

in my eyes.

Bu Ran.

We've asked everyone to vote for you.

Keep it up.

Keep going.

I hope to see a place

as brilliant as the orphanage.

All the kids are cheering for you.

Good luck.

Mom, look.

Judging their data,

Chen Manni has been leading all along.

I'm thinking

that once Bu Ran loses,

we'll use her real identity

to provoke Lu Cenyang,

making him think

that all this is a trap set by us.

Under the double blow of failure and betrayal,

Lu Cenyang will surely be devastated.

By the way,

we can teach a lesson to Minde,

letting him know the consequences of opposing you.

Kexin and you

need to put in more effort

and ensure Zihe's girlfriend wins the championship.

Alright.

What are you up to?

Ran said she'd take it away,

but I don't know when.

I'll mount it first.

Ran is competing.

Her popularity has been suppressed by Yihua's designer

in second place.

She must be anxious.

Let's not

go to her just yet.

If Yihua participated,

they would do anything to win.

There's only so much we can do to help.

If she loses...

She has to win.

Only then will Mom allow her to stay at Pinshang.

In this way,

Ran can fight for more time

to gain experience as a new designer in Pinshang.

What is this thing?

That's not what I told you.

What is this?

Wait.

How can you use this color?

Mom.

I've arranged all the spammers I could find.

I'll guarantee Chen Manni's first place.

What about Bu Ran?

Oh, her.

Chen Manni's number of votes

is already way ahead of her.

Here she comes.

(Bird's nest)

I thought it was skewers.

You always work on your drawings so late.

Eat some tonic to nourish your body.

Take it easy.

I've already called those people

you've helped you with

to ask them to vote for you later.

I've been looking at Chen Manni's social media account recently.

I noticed she updates daily and is very active

in posting various perks and selfies

and interacting with some fans,

attracting considerable attention and public favor.

But you're diligently working on

blueprints and construction sites.

Doesn't that seem a bit...

You're pouring cold water on me again.

Next time when I go on a show,

do I need to hire

a celebrity makeup artist

and carry a limited edition luxury bag?

I...

I didn't mean that.

I'm sorry.

I've been stressed lately.

It's okay.

I think you're right.

Designers shouldn't overshadow the main attraction.

They should focus on space renovation.

You know me best.

I'll get back to work.

Be careful.

Thank you.

Good luck.

What mischief were you up to?

Why were you scared?

You scared me on purpose, but now

you're playing the victim.

Who's calling you dystrophic?

If you can't speak properly, shut up.

What's that smell?

Do you eat so much in one night?

Can you finish it all by yourself?

It's all ordered for you.

If I eat all these,

can I still be on the show tomorrow?

Are you afraid that your face will break out?

It's okay.

Even if you get

pimples, I'll have someone fix it for you later.

This delicacy

not only fills the belly

but also relieves stress.

Never mind the competition results,

eat your fill.

Boss, I like it when you speak properly.

Don't talk while eating.

Try this.

What is this?

Detoxifying.

It prevents pimples.

I thought you could fix it.

Are you kidding?

That would cost so much money.

I shouldn't have trusted you.

♪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♪