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=Best Choice Ever=

=Episode 21=

(Oil spots on the tablecloth. The food doesn't taste right.)

(Dust in the corner of the restaurant.)

Ms. Chen.

Chenghuan, here's the situation.

I got a business deal with a tour group,

but there's an issue with the hotel and they can't accommodate us anymore.

I was wondering if you might have

a suitable hotel to recommend.

What do you think about Xing'anli?

The time-honored brand that sells butterfly pastries, right?

Yes, that's it.

Okay.

But we need to check in within two days.

Will there be enough rooms available?

Rooms...

There should be enough rooms.

I'll go and confirm that for you.

That would be great.

Thank you, Chenghuan.

I'll send you the information right now.

Alright, Ms. Chen. No problem.

Goodbye, Ms. Chen.

(Tour Group Check-in Information)

Double room.

(Senior Tour Group Reception Plan)

Come in.

Chenghuan.

It's late. Still working overtime?

Mr. Cui, it's fine. You may get off work.

I'll lock the door later.

Okay, then I'll leave first.

You should also rest early.

Don't stay up too late.

Don't worry.

- Mr. Cui. - You've been working all night.

Have some breakfast.

Thank you, Mr. Cui.

By the way, Mr. Cui.

About the tour group I mentioned yesterday,

I wrote a reception plan overnight.

Please have a look

and see if anything needs to be added.

Really?

You secured a big deal for Xing'anli so soon?

Not at all. It's a friend I knew before.

I'm just giving her a hand.

The client has a large number of people and high demands,

and they are all middle-aged and elder with high net worth.

Here's what I'm thinking.

We arrange the twenty double rooms

next to the Shikumen suites

all together.

For one thing,

it's quieter in the depths of the hotel.

For another,

it's closer to the accessibility equipments,

convenient for the guests to rest and travel.

Besides, Mr. Cui,

I have my own ideas regarding the menu.

I've incorporated specialties of Xing'anli

into the menu.

But I've also matched it with some

low-fat, healthy butterfly pastries.

First, it can make people feel

that we offer personalized services.

Secondly,

it can conveniently allow guests to

buy Gift Packs before they leave.

What do you think?

That's great.

Chenghuan, you've been very considerate.

I'll take a closer look at your plan.

If there are no questions,

I will proceed with it immediately.

Okay, Mr. Cui.

I'll go back to the apartment in a moment,

to handle the handover procedures.

I might return a bit late.

Alright.

I'm leaving, Mr. Cui.

Aren't you going to eat a bit more?

I've had enough.

Take care.

Okay, no need to see me off.

Go back.

My lunch break buddy,

patrol buddy, and meal buddy.

Without you,

I'll lose my motivation to work.

How come you look like you've gone through a breakup?

Xing'anli is just a few stops away from the apartment.

We can meet often when we miss each another.

Right, it's a good thing.

Look, a boss emerged from

our property management office.

Right, Miss Mai?

Manager Zhang, please don't say that.

Thank you all for your help during this time.

If there's anything in the future, just call me.

Come back and visit us whenever you have time.

You are always welcomed to the property management office.

Exactly.

I will.

Alright, everyone go back.

I'm leaving. No need to see me out.

Okay.

Go back.

- Goodbye. - Chenghuan, see you.

Everything has been handed over?

Yes, the handover is complete.

I'll go over today.

It's quite good.

Have you made up your mind?

Yes.

And it won't change.

Then, I wish you all the best.

Thank you, I will.

Let's go.

Mr. Cui, what's wrong?

Chenghuan, something happened in the hotel.

Can you talk now?

Yes. What happened?

Here's the thing. Just now,

the food sanitation department suddenly came for an inspection.

They ordered Xing'anli to temporarily cease operations for rectification.

They said they'd received an anonymous complaint from a consumer

who dined at Xing'anli

and got food poisoning.

I've already asked the staff to cooperate with their investigation.

The guests have also been appeased.

But there are still quite a few guests staying at the hotel,

who're requesting refunds and checkouts.

The situation is somewhat serious.

That's why I'm calling you right away.

Is the situation true?

Have you verified it?

This person has posted a video exposing it.

From the video,

the food was from our hotel.

But it's impossible.

Our ingredients

are personally selected and purchased

by the Head Chef early every morning,

and they never stay overnight.

Of course, we still have to investigate.

We have already had samples of the dish

sent to the relevant institutions for testing.

Mr. Cui, don't worry.

I'm coming over right away.

Right.

I understand.

Would you please also understand me?

This matter will be resolved soon.

Alright, I see.

You all, just cool down, okay?

It's getting a bit chaotic, Chenghuan.

What should we do? I'll follow your lead.

If they want to check out, let them.

This way, our loss will be significant.

It's not a small issue.

Then you need to be quick and give us

a solution right away.

We have to go out and look for another hotel now.

Everyone, sorry for the inconvenience.

May I take a few minutes of your time?

Hello everyone, I'm the person in charge at Xing'anli.

Now the situation is

that we've caused inconvenience for you.

We are very sorry.

However, at the moment, our hotel

has only suspended the operation of the restaurant.

Our guest room services continue as usual.

If you're still willing to continue your stay,

I can offer room vouchers as compensation for you.

Of course, if you wish to leave,

we'll assist in the procedures for you.

We will issue a full refund

I'm truly sorry, and I apologize to you.

Sorry, everyone.

Sorry.

Sorry.

They can't guarantee the essential food sanitation.

Bad luck.

Sorry.

That's awful.

Yes, it's infuriating.

Sorry, sorry.

Alright.

Don't rush.

Ms. Chen.

Chenghuan,

what exactly is the situation?

I trusted you so that I booked Xing'anli Hotel.

Now there's food poisoning.

All the guests are asking to check out.

Where can I find a new hotel that meets the criteria?

I understand that, Ms. Chen.

I will immediately contact a hotel of the same standard for you.

I'm really sorry.

Then be quick and get it done.

The clients are important to me.

Thank you.

Sorry.

Sorry, sorry.

We're not staying. We want to check out.

Don't stop us. We want to check out.

We really don't dare to stay anymore.

We don't dare to stay.

It's too horrible.

- We don't dare to stay. - Alright.

Check out.

This has become a hot search topic on the internet.

How did it get so blown up?

It's not just a hot search topic.

Look,

local Shanghai official accounts

have also posted news of the suspension of the hotel.

How did the news spread so quickly?

Xing'anli relies on good reputation for business.

Such an incident has occurred.

I can't shirk the blame.

Cui, I am the Head Chef.

I will take the blame for this.

Everyone, don't be discouraged.

As I know,

you all have been with my grandma

and gotten through a lot.

Since Xing'anli has overcome difficulties before,

as long as we still have our drive this time,

Xing'anli will not be defeated.

Okay.

The test results are out.

How is it?

Our dishes don't have any problems.

I knew it.

Just as I said.

Chenghuan,

thanks to your previous reminder to keep samples of the dishes.

It saved Xing'anli in a critical moment.

Mr. Cui, have the PR department write an article immediately,

to respond online.

Then let's not stand around.

Be quick and get ready.

Good. Come with me. Let's go.

- Let's go. - Cheer up.

Let's go.

(Declaration of Xing'anli Hotel)

Who is this?

These methods are too lousy, right?

Really disgusting.

It's not a clever move. No need to be so agitated.

Thankfully, Chenghuan reacted quickly.

Contact the PR firm,

in case she can't conclude this matter properly.

Understood.

Hello, Miss Mai.

Hello.

Chenghuan, I was just looking for you.

Mr. Cui,

take a look at this video.

What's the use of food testing?

There is certainly no problem with those samples.

But as for the dishes that I actually ate,

who can guarantee it?

Look, everyone, I have medical records here.

Whether I get food poisoning or not,

should it be decided by the hotel or the doctor?

This kind of hotel must be rectified

and exposed completely.

Just wait for it to shut down for good.

Look at these comments.

(It can be checked in Nuoru Hospital. It's not just whatever the hotel claims.)

(That money was really "well spent".) What kind of person he is?

The test results are out. How can he still make excuses?

Those who made comments online,

can't they see the truth?

Mr. Cui, about this matter,

I'm afraid it's not a coincidence.

Think about it.

He just complained, but didn't ask for compensation.

And now the public opinions online

is spreading way too fast.

Clearly, someone is behind this.

So it's not an ordinary complaint.

Could it be

that our hotel has offended someone?

How about this, Mr. Cui?

Let's check the surveillance video.

Locate the complainer and then we'll talk.

Okay.

Let's go.

That's right. It's this guy.

I privately messaged him online earlier.

But he didn't reply.

Chenghuan,

we now have ample evidence.

We can ask that review site

to revoke his false comments immediately.

Mr. Cui, don't rush. I got it.

Actually, I contacted the website as soon as we got the evidence.

But, even if the website removes his false statements,

the video he posted has already gone viral online.

What we need to do now

is to counteract the public opinions.

We should find him out

and have him make a clarification video.

But he never intended to let us find him in the first place.

How can we contact them?

Hello, boss.

Two things.

First, I contacted Mr. Liu from the review site

and had him find out the info on the one behind the defamation of Xing'anli.

Follow up on this.

Second,

help me make an appointment

with Mr. Li from the Global Golf Tour,

and tell him I want to see him tomorrow.

Boss, Ms. Zhang has always been the one to contact about this.

Get on it right away.

Come in, please.

Chenghuan.

What are you here for?

I've come to help.

This matter is not simple.

There's malicious competition going on behind this.

I've got a friend at the review site.

They're looking into the identity of the rumormonger.

Someone's behind this.

Yao Zhiming,

you deliberately slandered Xing'anli,

to drive down the price for a takeover, right?

I didn't cooperate with you,

so you used this method to mess with Xing'anli. Am I right?

I didn't.

Chenghuan, believe me.

You had just told me you wanted Xing'anli,

but I didn't agree,

and immediately, Xing'anli encountered these issues.

How can you expect me to believe you?

Xing'anli is the result of Grandma's hard work.

Even if I want to get it,

I wouldn't resort to such despicable means.

Current public opinions

are quite unfavorable for Xing'anli.

Let me help.

I will look into our affairs myself.

Your identity makes it inconvenient for you to be here.

You better leave.

I've read the letter Grandma gave me.

She hoped we would help each other,

rather than harm one another.

Please give me another chance,

a chance to prove my innocence.

I think,

the more people we have, the stronger we'll be.

Chenghuan.

I'm sorry, I...

It's okay.

I didn't notice you.

You...

You could wipe it yourself.

There's some paper here.

It's all soaked.

Mr. Yao,

I have the uniform from Xing'anli.

How about you make do and get changed?

I hope you can remember,

don't try to be tough in front of family.

Family

means to bear each other's burdens and troubles.

There are many times in one's life

when it is necessary to lean on others.

Otherwise, how can people get close to each other?

Independence is certainly important,

but if you wear yourself out,

being independent from others,

what good is that?

What's wrong?

You're eating so fast.

Like you're starved. Slow down.

You believe me now?

I cooked noodles for you because you were sick before.

I'm afraid Grandma will blame me, if anything happens to you again.

Okay.

Hello, Mr. Liu.

Have you found the person?

Good. I'll invite you to play golf later.

How is it?

Found him. I've got his contact information.

I'll contact him.

No need.

You've already stayed up with us all night.

You've helped enough already.

Give it to me. I'll handle it.

Hello,

this is Mai Chenghuan, the general manager of Xing'anli Hotel.

I would like to ask...

He hung up.

Hello, sir.

We would like to

offer you cash compensation

and apology in person.

I'm wondering if you have the time.

Done.

(Okay.)

How about I go with you to find that person?

No need.

I just told Mao. She will come to see me in a while.

Young man, help me with my luggage. Thank you.

- That, the recep... - Never mind.

I'll do it.

Be careful.

Mr. Yao.

Hello, Mr. Yao.

You...

No way.

What's going on with you?

Your outfit...

Are you planning to be a doorman at Xing'anli?

Besides,

the size of your clothes isn't right either.

Half of your leg is still showing.

Cut the chatter. Haven't you seen such long legs?

Have you scheduled with Mr. Li?

I did make the appointment.

But look at you now.

Clearly you haven't slept all night. Can you handle it?

Go get me some clothes.

Then go to...

Go on.

The PR team I asked you to find before,

tell them,

if Mai Chenghuan settles it,

Xing'anli will surely issue a statement.

Spend more money on helping spread it,

to suppress the rumors.

Understood. It's all about the financial power.

How about I give you all the money,

and you take it into the coffin?

That won't be necessary.

I could use that money

to buy you some pants.

I'm going right now.

Huan, to the right as you enter.

A guy wearing a black baseball cap

is the person from the complaint video.

He came here by himself.

Hello, I'm Mai Chenghuan from Xing'anli.

Sir, how are you feeling now?

I became like this after eating your dishes.

I haven't drunk it yet.

I came here to discuss about the compensation with you.

However, in return,

I also need to know the full story.

Would you mind showing me your medical records?

Why? You don't believe me?

It's not like that.

Even if we offer you compensation,

we still need some relevant documents.

If you do not provide them to me,

it will be difficult for me to proceed.

Thank you.

You arrived at Xing'anli for a meal at eleven o'clock,

and left Xing'anli at twelve o'clock.

The clinic was located in Chuansha, Pudong.

You consulted at

(Consulted at: 12:31:27 on Sep. 16, 2023)

half past twelve.

Any questions?

I went to Chuansha with a friend to handle some affairs.

I was vomiting and having diarrhea on the way.

Sir,

from Xing'anli to Chuansha,

even if there's no traffic jam,

it takes at least forty minutes.

How did you manage to spend thirty minutes

to get to the Chuansha clinic?

You are setting a trap for me, aren't you?

Well then, sir,

we will take you to the hospital for a comprehensive examination.

The car and driver

are already waiting outside.

We can leave at any time.

Alright, never mind. I'll let it go.

Who are you?

I'm an attorney of Xing'anli Hotel.

The conversation you just had,

I heard it all.

Under circumstances where the facts have not been settled,

you smeared Xing'anli on the internet.

According to the law,

we have sufficient grounds to sue you for defamation.

What are you going to do?

Sir, please speak frankly.

Are you simply extorting,

or someone instructed you to do it?

If you tell the truth,

we can discuss everything.

But if you refuse to cooperate,

then we will call the police.

(I am very sorry.)

(I was quick-tongued momentarily,)

(and posted on the internet)

(misstatements about Xing'anli Hotel,)

(specifically regarding their food.)

(This has caused a negative impact)

(on Xing'anli Hotel and its staff.)

(I would like to clarify to the general netizens...)

Great!

My heart feels relieved.

I'm glad you were here today.

If I were alone,

I would still feel somewhat uneasy.

Where are you going later?

I can't invite you for a meal today.

I need to make a trip to Botticelli.

For what?

To settle scores with Yao Zhiming? I'm in.

It definitely wasn't done by Yao Zhiming,

He's not that low-level.

What kind of high-level means did he use

to make you speak for him?

Playing the emotional card, huh?

Mao.

I'll be heading to Botticelli in a bit,

to tell Yao Zhiming of my decision.

Miss Mai, you can do it!

Go. Hurry.

Then I'm off.

- I... - How about I send you back home?

What if Song Huaimin causes trouble again?

No need.

If he had any shame,

he wouldn't come back again.

I'm sorry.

I was too impulsive last time. Don't take it to heart.

I just don't want our relationship in the future

to become so awkward.

What did you say that day?

I've forgotten all about it.

What I mean is...

Aren't you busy with work?

Besides, we're not on the way to the same place either.

I also have an appointment with someone to look at my designs.

You should head back earlier.

I'm going now.

I'll treat you to a meal next time.

See you.

- Miss Mai is here! - Miss Mai is here!

Chenghuan.

How's it going?

Don't worry. It's been taken care of.

That's wonderful!

I was prepared to be unemployed.

I didn't expect Chenghuan would solve it

just like a piece of cake,

and get everything settled.

Come on, let's celebrate.

If not for Chenghuan's constant reminders

to keep food samples,

it really couldn't have been clarified.

Chenghuan,

to be honest,

ever since Ms. Chen passed away,

we've all felt like

a group without leader.

Especially when encountering this matter, we felt very panicked.

Now it's good.

Xing'anli has its leader again.

Not really, Mr. Cui.

Thank you, everyone.

Although the crisis has been resolved for now,

but actually, the business situation of Xing'anli

is not so ideal.

After all, the negative impact

has already been left behind.

So the road ahead,

I still have to walk step by step with everyone.

Rest assured. It's now the information age.

As long as the voice of positive comments is loud enough

to be passed on by word of mouth,

it can certainly suppress that of the negative ones, right?

Yes.

Come on, let's all

ask our relatives and friends to share the video

and clarify the facts.

Right.

Right, we can send it too.

This is an energy boost

for everyone.

Thank you all for your hard work.

(I am very sorry.)

(I was quick-tongued momentarily,)

(and posted on the internet)

(misstatements about Xing'anli Hotel...)

Look,

they did it so efficient and clear.

The problem was solved so quickly.

If she can't even handle this,

she shouldn't be in this industry.

You just don't admit it yet.

By the way,

I have already paid the advance for the PR.

Remember to transfer it to me later.

So serious.

What? Need some money?

No.

I'm just afraid you will duck out of paying.

Forget it. Just transfer it to me now.

Come on.

It's no fun, Mr. Yao.

Quickly, I'm at work. Transfer the money to me.

Grandma,

I haven't disappointed you, have I?

Chenghuan.

Chenghuan,

I just received a call from the Health Bureau.

They notified that we can resume normal operations.

Really? That's great!

You acted really quickly.

You spent money to spread

the clarification video.

Negative comments on the review site have all been taken down.

This turned out to be a good thing. It's like a kind of advertising as well.

Just now, there was a travel agency

calling to inquire about business.

Mr. Cui, I'm not the one who did these.

Doing these things requires money and resources.

It's Mr. Yao?

Mr. Cui,

help me organize everyone to resume business.

We must check and recheck the ingredients and keep samples.

I'm going to Botticelli.

I'll leave it to you.

Okay.

I'm leaving, Mr. Cui.

Huan, you're here.

Chenghuan.

Lily.

Chenghuan.

What brought you here today?

I heard you became the boss of Xing'anli.

I came to see Mr. Yao today.

Is he in the office?

Mr. Yao?

He's in Ms. Zhang's office.

Then I'll wait for him.

I've always been the one following up on the Global Golf project.

What's your intention taking it away now?

Ms. Zhang,

you work on Xing'anli, and I take your clients.

Isn't that quite normal and fair?

I talked on the phone with Amber last night.

I said, I've come back

and have been here for a while.

I found the domestic market is vast.

I can help him expand it.

If Amber approves,

then I won't leave.

At that time, I would seek much guidance from you.

Zhiming,

I'm helping you.

If you can't get Xing'anli,

how can you get a promotion?

Xing'anli and Mai Chenghuan

are both entrusted to me by grandma.

I won't allow anyone

in any form

to harm them.

Here you are.

Here I am.

Do you have time? I'd like to invite you for a cup of coffee.

Sure, let's go.

I'm off.

Go ahead.

In fact, when the person who complained told me

that it was someone from Yueda behind it,

I guessed

it must be Zhang Peisheng.

You knew it too, right?

Why didn't you tell me before?

I have my professional stance.

I couldn't tell you.

Actually, there's something I've always wanted to tell you.

I've been collaborating with Zhang Peisheng all along.

After getting Xing'anli,

she will get promoted to CEO,

and I'll be back to headquarters for promotion.

Since now you've taken over Xing'anli,

can she still take you into account?

So that's how it is.

But it's understandable.

In front of interests, even the best friendship

is insignificant.

Alright.

I've told you everything.

Do you believe me now?

I came here this time

to thank you.

For what?

For bringing up the issue of food security to me before.

If it wasn't for your reminder,

I wouldn't have reminded Mr. Cui

to keep daily samples of the dishes.

Somehow, you helped me

and Xing'anli.

Yao Zhiming,

I wrongly blamed you before.

I apologize to you.

It's okay. There's no need to apologize.

No. An apology is necessary.

That's what Grandma said.

Thank you and sorry must be said in person.

Otherwise, you will become someone

who finds it increasingly difficult to express their emotions.

Then, if you like someone,

do you have to express it in person too?

Liking someone...

Of course.

If you don't say it,

what if the two people miss out on each other?

I like you.

♪Towards the bubbles in the night♪

♪Gliding past several bursting fireworks♪

♪I still remember clearly♪

♪People are whispering♪

Just kidding, why so serious?

♪You became real♪

♪Passing by, the parasol trees have blossomed♪

♪Listening to Mozart's A major♪

♪Crowds brushing past one another♪

♪The city circulates charming legends♪

♪Only, that flavor is also unripe♪

♪Yet, inside the heart is sweet♪

♪Like a movie playing in the past♪

♪Repeating the episodes about you♪

I like you.

♪Towards the bubbles in the night♪

♪Gliding past several bursting fireworks♪

♪I remember clearly♪

Mao. Are you in the store?

Yes.

Then, I will come to see you.

Okay.

See you later.

This rice cake is delicious.

Have some crayfish.

You're so busy today,

yet you still have time to bring me crayfish?

I came back from Botticelli.

Since your place is on my way, I brought it to you.

From Botticelli? Then my place is not on your way back.

Out with it, what's up?

It's nothing.

It's just that

recently,

I've encountered some situations.

What happened?

To be precise,

it's not that I've encountered some situations,

but Yao Zhiming had some situations.

What does his situation have to do with you?

It actually does have something to do with me.

It's just that Yao Zhiming...

He said that he likes me.

Really? No kidding?

He's not trying to reel you in

and then get Xing'anli?

That's definitely not it.

He's not that petty.

Anyway, the matter is quite complicated.

His expression

seems quite sincere.

Although I don't know much about him,

I think this person is not simple.

You'd better be more cautious.

Think from a different perspective.

Anyway, you're single now.

You have a career and money.

There's also no rush to get married.

What's wrong with having a date?

Only if you are also a bit interested.

I'm not. I'm certainly not.

Moreover,

I'm already a rich woman now.

As for romantic relationships,

I'll definitely have to carefully think it over.

I'm not in a hurry.

Really?

I think it's okay. He's quite handsome.

Come on, have a drink.

I'll order a bit more.

Okay, thank you.

Anything else?

Anything is fine.

Just wait.

One moment.

Keep an eye on it.

Let me tell you, this Alice...

Today it's Alice,

tomorrow Cindy.

You might as well listen to my Mary.

Mary?

Mai Chenghuan? What's the situation with you two?

Mary is ready to marry you?

It's a good start anyway.

Ms. Zhang,

about those negative press releases for Xing'anli,

are we still releasing them?

Stop them all.

The current Yao Zhiming

is no longer the Yao Zhiming of the past.

Ms. Zhang, you're now the acting President.

You're half a level higher than Mr. Yao in terms of rank.

Why do we have to give way to him in everything?

In your opinion,

what exactly is his relationship with Mai Chenghuan?

They...

If one didn't know they were siblings,

judging from what Mr. Yao says,

I would really think they were a couple.

Once a person has a weak spot,

it will become a target for others to attack.

♪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♪