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=Best Choice Ever=

=Episode 14=

Zao, I bought some fitness equipment.

Can you help me assemble it after work?

Sure, no problem. I'll be right over.

(Economic Law)

Mao.

So fast. Are you not working today?

I'm on an outside assignment nearby. Where is the stuff?

That one.

There's also this one with a wave pattern. Do you like it?

How is it?

Almost done.

Have some water. Thanks.

No, thanks.

Zao, you seem a bit off today.

Did something happen?

No, nothing.

If anything's wrong, you can talk to me.

It's really nothing.

Okay, it's ready. Give it a try.

Thanks. Have some water. Let me see if it's okay.

- It's good. - Good, right?

What would I do without you?

What suddenly made you decide to buy this?

I've been sitting and drawing every day and haven't had time to exercise.

If this continues, I'll get so fat.

But at your pace, I don't think you'll lose much weight.

Find me some dynamic music.

I'll practice for 30 minutes with it, okay?

Okay. Does this work?

Yes.

I gotta make a plan to lose weight.

For the next month, 30 minutes every day.

You'll supervise me, okay?

No problem.

- Deal. - Keep up.

Let's do it.

It's not even a minute yet.

Mao, I'll go now. Call me if you need anything.

Okay, take care.

Another order.

You've got bunny ears. How much did you earn this month?

With a few more orders each day, I'll hit 10,000.

- Keep it up, dude. - Be careful.

I'm going.

100,000 for a complete house renovation.

(199,592 in total)

How can 199,000 be called 100,000? It's just clickbait again.

Hi, Chenghuan.

Sherry, how come you're here?

I haven't had a chance to greet you since you transferred here.

Am I not welcome?

How could that be? Let's have lunch here. It's my treat.

Just kidding. I heard your pipes burst.

Yesterday when I handled the work with Ms. Zhang from the Engineering Dept,

I asked her about the outsourced engineering team for you.

They just happen to be available.

If you need it, I'll send you their phone number.

Our hotel has high demands, so they must be trustworthy.

As for the budget, just go by your requirements.

I really need it, Sherry.

I am deeply grateful beyond words.

Don't be a stranger.

We've been through thick and thin. It's the least I can do.

I recommend them,

but it's up to you whether to use them or not.

I know. I'm already grateful.

I'll work out the budget and then call them.

I'll be going.

Aren't you going to have lunch here with me?

No, I have a date with a handsome guy. Bye.

Bye.

Mr. Yao, it's done.

With Sherry's help, Chenghuan said yes immediately.

Do you need me to help you?

Like letting her know what you did to her?

No need.

What brings you here, Mr. Yao?

I'm here to refer a client to you.

Some of my overseas friends want customized tours. Contact them.

I'm really thankful to you, Mr. Yao.

You're a nice neighbor.

One more thing.

The superintendent of our floor has been here for some time now.

I think she has done an excellent job.

Shouldn't we show some appreciation?

Are you talking about Mai Chenghuan?

That girl is good. She does a great job.

Our relationships have improved thanks to her.

Why don't we give her a red envelope?

It isn't appropriate, and she won't accept it.

We can give honor instead, and you're the most suitable to do it.

Honey, got it. I just finished talking with Mr. Xin.

I'll go back right away. Okay.

Why the close watch?

She's too young and she's just pregnant.

She's watching me so closely all day.

So you have a baby. Congratulations!

For us businessmen, when the family prospers, so does wealth.

By the time the little one grows up,

I reckon I'll be long gone.

- Come on. - I'm really envious of you.

Your son and daughter have grown up. So great.

Thank you.

- Alright. - Goodbye.

(Zhu Baoqiao)

(Test Results: Pregnancy Confirmed.)

Mr. Xin, since you do not want to get a divorce,

I don't want to cause you any trouble.

I haven't told you about my pregnancy before.

I have now decided to terminate it.

Sorry, the number you have dialed is...

(Female, Pregnant)

Thank you.

Baoqiao.

(Mifepristone Tablets)

(Misoprostol)

Do you have to?

Can't we just talk things out?

I can't even see you!

Should I be talking to the air?

Come one. Haven't I come? Let's sit.

Aren't you afraid of me causing you trouble anymore?

Come on. It's not trouble.

I'm delighted to have one more child at an old age.

What do you mean?

Have this baby. Since fate has brought it to me,

let's bring it into the world to have a look.

- Really? - Yeah.

Thank you on behalf of the baby.

Baoqiao.

Recently, I've been so busy with the company's affairs,

so I haven't been able to take care of you much.

From now on, feel free to say whatever you want.

I don't want anything else. I just want you.

When will you give me and the baby a home?

Baoqiao, we can talk about anything,

except for this matter.

What do you mean?

If you don't get a divorce, what about me and the baby?

Keep it down. Don't make it worse.

I don't care. Let's have it out here.

Are you going to divorce or not?

Lower your voice. Let me tell you, Baoqiao,

I promise to be responsible for you and the baby,

but you must know your place.

Otherwise, you go ahead.

Xin Zhishan, what do you mean? I haven't...

What do you really mean?

Drop the act. Stand up.

Did you hear that?

Doctor! Help!

Okay, got it.

Don't break it. It's good, right?

- There she is. - Chenghuan.

- Chenghuan. - Chenghuan.

Ms. Chen.

(To Mai Chenghuan) Look, problem-solver, dedicated service.

Chenghuan, this is a banner sent to you by all the tenants on the fifth floor.

Thank you for your care after you joined.

Keep up the good work.

Thank you, Ms. Chen. I will continue to do my best.

And Manager Zhang, if you are going to rotate positions,

you better not transfer Chenghuan to another floor.

She has spoiled all of us.

Ms. Chen, you can rest assured about that.

The floor that Chenghuan is in charge of

- now has the highest renewal rate here. - Really?

I'm counting on her to set an example for the others.

You got all this right after you came here. You're outshining all of us.

I'm no match for you.

Thank you. I wouldn't receive this honor today

without you guys. Thank you.

Mr. Yao, what can I do for you?

I've come to get the renewal contract.

That's perfect. Mr. Yao is a tenant on the fifth floor too.

Ms. Chen, Mr. Yao, how about we take a photo with Chenghuan?

We can hang it on the wall. It will look nice.

- Mr. Yao. - Sure. Come here, Mr. Yao.

Come on, Chenghuan. Stand in the middle. Come.

Ready, three, two, one, cheese!

Mr. Yao, thank you for your renewal.

And you contributed to that honorary banner, right?

I'll buy you some coffee sometime. Thanks.

Being so generous now?

Yeah, the group highly values the customers' feedback.

Besides, that banner is worth 300 yuan.

You did me a great favor.

So you're not mad at me anymore?

If I were still angry, I would be too petty.

Besides, being angry is just wearing me out.

Let me tell you, a period of time in a junior position is enough.

I transferred you here so that you could build your network

and turn it into your resources in the future.

I know that, Mr. Yao.

Sorry.

Hello, Miss Zhu, what's it?

Chenghuan, Mr. Xin had a stroke.

Mr. Xin had a stroke? But why are you calling me?

I broke up with Mr. Xin.

But he refused and came to see me.

Anyway, we had a fight and then he fell.

He's being resuscitated right now.

I can't afford the surgery fee.

Can you come and help me?

If you don't know what to do,

call the Xin family.

Why would you call me?

Chenghuan, Mr. Xin is like this because of me. His family...

It's urgent,

and you are my only friend now.

Please, come help me, Chenghuan.

I'm sorry, Miss Zhu.

I'm at work right now. There's nothing I can do.

I think you should call the Xin family now

instead of calling me.

Mai Chenghuan, I'm telling you, don't get involved in this mess.

I know. Mr. Yao, I'll go to work now.

(Zhu Baoqiao)

The number you have dialed is busy. Please try again later.

(Send Location)

(Zhu Baoqiao)

(Jialiang)

The number you have dialed is unavailable. Please try again later.

Xin Jialiang, your father had a stroke and is now in the hospital.

Here's the address. You'd better go check on it.

(Zhu Baoqiao)

(The intersection of Xule Road and Xuyao Road)

Manager Zhang.

I've got a personal matter today. May I take a leave?

- Okay. - Thank you

(Bank card)

I knew for sure you would go.

You've decided to wade into this mess, right?

I am going, but not to wade into the mess.

It's to repay a debt.

Have you ever thought about it? She's Xin Zhishan's mistress.

How can she not even afford tens of thousands for surgery?

I don't care about what she wants to do.

Anyway, I'm just going to repay the money.

Other matters are none of my business.

That's the right attitude, but let me remind you of something.

Always keep vigilant.

Got it. Thanks, Mr. Yao.

Later, drop me off at the entrance before you park.

Okay.

(Outpatient Department)

Chenghuan, you're here.

What's the situation now?

He's still in resuscitation.

I don't know why he fainted.

Is Xin Zhishan's family here?

Here.

An acute cerebral infarction. A mechanical thrombectomy is needed.

Who is the family member? Please sign the consent form for the surgery.

Doctor, is there a high risk with this surgery?

Any surgery carries risks.

Especially considering the patient's age,

there could be unforeseen events during anesthesia and the surgery.

So you need to be mentally prepared.

I-I-I'm not feeling well. I need to use the restroom.

Where are you going? Zhu Baoqiao!

Can you sign it?

Doctor, let me call and ask when the others can arrive.

Okay.

Hello?

Xin Jialiang, when will you get here?

The doctor needs you to sign a surgery consent form.

It's an emergency. Can you sign for me?

We'll listen to the doctor.

Hurry up.

Doctor, it will take another half an hour.

We can't wait for that long.

Can we proceed with the surgery

before they arrive and sign?

No. The patient is in a very bad condition.

You'd best make a decision right away.

If we don't rescue him promptly, his life will be in danger.

Make a decision soon.

Give it to me.

Page two. Hurry up.

Doctor, it's all on you.

Okay.

Mai Chenghuan, are you crazy? Why are you always playing the good guy?

Do you have to come to the rescue whenever your friend messes up?

It will be too late when the Xin family arrives.

Right now, there's a life at stake in front of me.

I can't stand by.

What if he can't be saved?

Do you know what that means

if he can't be rescued?

I haven't thought that much. I just...

I can't just stand by idly when this happens to anyone.

Let's go to pay the money and leave.

Chenghuan, how is Mr. Xin? Has the surgery been done?

You're worried now? Where did you go earlier?

I was just scared. I came out to calm down.

Thank you.

You hid away when being asked to sign. Once it's done, you show up again.

Mr. Xin has a good eye, finding such a smart person.

Chenghuan, the doctor just mentioned that the surgery was very risky.

It happened when Mr. Xin came to see me.

If I signed, the Xin family would come to me.

Let me tell you, they'll come to you sooner or later.

- Huan. - How is my dad?

Mai Chenghuan just signed the surgery consent form for you.

Mr. Xin is still in the ER.

- Thank you - Thank you.

Hurry and go.

Hello, doctor.

Chenghuan, Mr. Xin and I will definitely remember your kindness today.

Please keep it a secret for us.

I knew it was you. You shameless thing seduced my dad.

Jiali.

Zhu Baoqiao, I'm telling you, no way.

After figuring out the financial records between you and my dad over the years,

I will settle accounts with you to the last penny.

You just wait to face a lawsuit.

All you think about is money. Your dad is still in the operating room.

Look at you. Even one's own kid wouldn't do much.

You're blaming me now?

I'm pregnant!

Listen well. I'm carrying your father's baby.

Mom.

I'll beat you!

Mai Chenghuan!

Mai Chenghuan? I wondered why it was you who notified us.

So you're in cahoots with this mistress.

You had been colluding all along, hadn't you?

Don't go spouting malicious accusations, okay?

Am I? You tried to seduce my brother and failed.

And then you wanna take revenge on us.

Fine. I won't let it go with you today.

Mai Chenghuan, who do you think you are?

Why do you have to be at odds with our family?

Why do you persist in making things difficult with our family?

I won't let it go with you today.

Xin Jiali, listen.

Mai Chenghuan rushed here and signed the consent form to save your dad.

What right do you have to talk nonsense?

And where did you pop out from? What's it to you?

Mai Chenghuan's business is mine.

Xin Jiali, your dad is being resuscitated inside right now.

Could you please stop slandering me?

I came here today

because I saw your dad with Zhu Baoqiao previously.

This is the hush money your dad gave me.

I came here to return the money today, not to be humiliated by you.

I'm returning the money to you now.

Also, please don't come to me with your family's issues anymore.

So it's true that cornered animals are the most dangerous.

I tolerated them because I loved Xin Jialiang.

I no longer do it because I've completely moved on.

I don't want to have anything to do with the Xin family anymore.

You can still smile?

That is a relieved smile.

The time I spent with him was like an illusion.

I thought I had seen through them the day we broke up.

I didn't expect there to be aftershocks.

It's good that you figured it out. Just consider it as a lesson.

The lesson is quite expensive.

But come to think of it, during the days I spent with him,

I experienced more joy than sadness.

So I haven't lost out.

Arguing even brought out insights, huh?

Oh, right. Thank you for today.

Without you, my face would probably be battered.

I owe you a favor.

If you ever need anything, just let me know.

I need you to return the favor right now.

Your three shrimp noodles.

Thank you.

Give it a try.

I've been here for so long

and haven't had authentic three shrimp noodles. Thanks.

You've got the right person.

I often eat at this noodle shop. It's quite small,

but it's one of the few in Shanghai that still uses genuine ingredients.

It was a long drive and a long queue.

If it's not good, you'll be to blame.

Rest assured.

That's not how you eat it. Give it to me.

You need to mix it up so that the flavors meld. Taste it.

How is it?

Not bad.

This is quite a skillful noodle dish.

You can only get it one month out of the year.

And it requires Taihu Lake shrimp and complex preparation.

Now with high rent and expensive costs,

many restaurants resort to using half-finished products.

Only this one still insists on hand-making.

Good things come from slow processes. It's a limited-edition dish.

I can taste the dedication in it.

I spent 128 yuan on it, quite the splurge.

Eat it up to appreciate my thoughtfulness.

Didn't you just get your performance bonus?

That's not much. I've just taken a pay cut and a demotion.

Love can't fill your stomach, but your salary can pay the bills.

For me, making money comes first.

You've got the right idea, Mai Chenghuan.

No. 36, sweet and sour ribs!

Ours.

Thanks.

You've had a busy day today.

How about taking a day off tomorrow?

The full attendance bonus is 1,500 yuan each month. Bye.

Thanks for today.

Zhiming, how's the progress in Xing'anli?

I'm working on the Xing'anli project.

Zhiming, the headquarters still only wants me to be the acting president.

If we don't press our advantage and make some achievements,

there's a possibility that a new president might be parachuted in.

At that time, my position is not secure.

You might also miss out on your chance for promotion.

You need to be clear on this.

I have my plan.

How is it? Any discomfort

like dizziness or nausea?

You've recovered well. Have a good rest.

Doctor, how is my dad?

Nothing serious, but you need to pay attention to his emotions.

Make sure he doesn't get agitated again.

Okay, thank you.

Mom, let's go in and see my dad.

I won't go in. You and your sister stay with him.

He is sick now. Can't we talk about that thing after he's discharged?

I don't want to see that person ever again.

Mom.

Why did our family become like this?

Chill out. There's no escaping the inevitable.

Let's go see our dad.

How are you, Dad? Are you still feeling uncomfortable?

My phone.

Call Chenghuan.

Put it on speaker.

Hello?

Hello, Chenghuan, I'm much better.

The doctor said if it had been half an hour later,

it would have caused irreversible damage to my brain.

Thank you for signing on my behalf, Chenghuan.

You're welcome, Mr. Xin. It's good that you're recovering.

You're a good girl.

We were foolish and hurt you and your family.

I sincerely

apologize to you. I'm sorry.

It's all in the past. You don't have to say sorry.

I sincerely want to give you a big red envelope.

But I know you.

You definitely won't accept it.

That's why I'm shamelessly calling you.

I hope you can accept it.

Mr. Xin, I already broke up with Jialiang.

I definitely won't accept your red envelope.

Besides, anyone in my place

would have done the same thing.

Now that you're alright,

I'll go to work. Take care of yourself.

Dad, what would you like to eat? I'll go and buy it for you.

Do you still care about me?

Do you even think of me when you're playing games?

Dad, how can you say that?

Your mistress ran away too, didn't she?

You can't even hold a candle to Chenghuan.

Get out. Get out.

Dad, don't get angry. We'll leave.

I'm right outside. Call me if you need anything. Go.

Dad, rest well.

Mao.

I'm here.

Mao, you really are something.

Putting the expensive Australian Pearls at the door.

Don't you worry someone steals it?

Who do I need to worry when I've got a heroine around?

What happened to your head?

I just bumped my head. It's nothing serious.

You went to clean up the Xin family's mess, right?

Spending a lot of time and effort saving a life.

The "heroine" is an understatement. I should call you the Bodhisattva.

Alright, stop making fun of me.

It was an emergency. You would have gone too if you were me.

Neither of us is heartless.

That's not necessarily true. It depends on who the other person is.

How much longer will it take you to thread all these pearls?

It's wedding season. I've been swamped with too many orders.

Mao, seeing you like this now truly makes me happy.

I need to hurry up and catch up with you.

(Jialiang) Look.

He still has the nerve to call you?

Your former father-in-law cheated with your college roommate.

And your ex-boyfriend is like the gum on a shoe.

This plot is way too melodramatic.

I think so, too.

But look on the bright side.

At least it was discovered before the marriage.

Cutting the losses in time and making a graceful exit.

That is the adult world.

In the past, if someone was born poor and married a poor guy, it'd be awful.

They'd be looked down upon by relatives and friends.

Now the times are different.

At the very least, we can make a living with our own hands.

You've grown up.

Oh, right. I have something for you.

What is it?

Is it beautiful?

For me?

Aren't colored gems in fashion lately?

So I set an orange gemstone for you. Is it beautiful?

So pretty, Mao.

I wanted to give it to you on a special day.

It was custom-made for you.

Open it and have a look.

I can even put a photo inside.

Right. What do you think?

I really like it too much.

Mao, I will cherish it.

Are you free now? Could you help me thread some pearls?

Of course. Since I've accepted your necklace, I will help you.

Great. Take this tool.

You need to put the thread on. Let me do it.

Jialiang, have some water.

Will our mom and dad really get a divorce?

Hard to say. I just saw our mom sitting alone in the living room

without saying a word.

I just realized how shrewd our dad was.

He got our mom out of the company early.

We know little about the company.

If they really get divorced,

it's hard to say how the assets will be divided.

I don't want my family to be destroyed.

Jialiang, not to criticize you, but you really let me down.

I've got married,

so I don't know much about the company.

But our dad has already put you into the company,

and you know nothing.

With a bit of care, you would at least know our dad got a mistress.

How about going to Mai Chenghuan?

Why?

Marry her.

I'd like to, but it's not possible anymore.

Why isn't it possible? It is, as long as you still love her.

And we all heard our dad call her today to express his thanks.

Mai Chenghuan saved our dad.

He owes her a favor.

If you two get back together now,

he wouldn't ignore our family, right?

You're not over Mai Chenghuan, are you?

Our dad values family inheritance the most.

As long as you work hard and have a family,

there's still hope for our family.

Yu, did you buy too few ingredients today?

If the two of them come home to eat tonight, it won't be enough.

Right, you didn't buy any meat.

Meat, meat. I'd buy plenty if I had the money.

You know the expenses we have coming up.

We should be thrifty to make ends meet, understand?

They're at Lane 111, so lucky.

Yes.

Mrs. and Mr. Mai, let me tell you.

Do you know the neighboring Lane 111 is going to be demolished?

What about us at Lane 113?

It wasn't included.

How could that be? Lane 111, Lane 113.

It's just a few steps away. How could it not be included?

Yeah, we have bad luck.

Lane 111 is going to be demolished. So is Lane 113 soon.

- In a few months... - Keep daydreaming.

By that time, our family would have collapsed already.

Mrs. Mai, don't be angry. It's not a very bad thing.

At least we can continue to be neighbors, right?

You're happy.

- She's in a mood. See you. - See you.

Zao, why did you come from that direction?

Isn't the subway station on this side?

Huan, I am just as worried about our dad and mom as you are,

so I came back early.

Why did you buy so much stuff?

Double portion. Just to be well-prepared.

Zao, there have been so many things happening at home recently.

I haven't had the time to care about you. Is your work going well?

You always leave work early. Has your leader said anything to you?

The family is in a mess. I can't let you handle everything.

Anyway, I can work from home as well.

Huan, pass it to me.

- Can you handle it? - Yes, come on.

I can do this myself.

Is there a subway station or a bus station? Have you asked?

Dad, Mom, we're back.

I think I'll spend all my life in this house.

This is my fate.

Dad, what happened to my mom?

The neighboring Lane 111 is going to be demolished.

But Lane 113 is not. She's upset.

♪My sweetie♪

♪I don't know if I'm a good mother♪

♪It's my first time being a mother♪

♪Though the years have turned my hair white♪

♪I'm too busy to have meals on time, but that's not my fault♪

♪It will make me feel guilty to let you know about it♪

♪I know you care about me♪

♪But it makes me feel like I've never been trusted♪

♪Those carefree people can't be mothers♪

♪I know it all, but it breaks my heart♪

♪Please let me pursue the life that belongs to me♪

♪I'm as brave and kind as you, so I'm not afraid♪

♪One day, you will also become a mother♪

♪Will we embrace each other on that day♪

♪Like a stream traveling around the world♪

♪And returning to where it came from♪

♪I hope you are loved♪

♪I hope you find happiness♪

♪I hope I can shelter you from the storms♪

♪I know that we argue sometimes♪

♪I know that people will grow old♪

♪So we must say I love you out loud♪

- ♪My mother watched me out of sight♪ - ♪Are you nearly home♪

- ♪My memories became so intense♪ - ♪The door is open♪

♪Through the gentle times♪

♪Wherever you are is my home♪

♪Come back home♪

♪My sweetie♪

♪Please believe in yourself♪