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=Best Choice Ever=

=Episode 26=

I'm telling you.

Today, Zhang Peisheng's daughter came for Yao Zhiming.

She said she was his girlfriend.

So it turns out Yao Zhiming has a girlfriend now.

And she's Zhang Peisheng's daughter. What a coincidence.

Girlfriend? Is that what Yao Zhiming told you?

Yao Zhiming didn't say that. He denied it.

He said she was just a sister.

But this girl was just too forward.

Girls are really bold nowadays.

You should learn from them. Make your move when you're sure.

No, get a good look and then seize the opportunity.

With accuracy and speed, strike when the time is right.

I got it. I'll go upstairs then.

Hello, Huan.

Mao, you already went to bed? I'd like to talk with you for a bit.

Not yet. Why are you calling at this hour?

Nothing much, just felt like chatting.

You know what?

You see, I have a friend, and this fri...

Alright, stop pretending with me.

It's you, isn't it? Just say it.

Okay, yes, it's me.

Now the situation is that Yao Zhiming

used to be a guardian of a girl abroad.

Now, this girl has returned to China.

And today, this girl came to my house.

She met my mom and told her that she was Yao Zhiming's girlfriend.

But Yao Zhiming explained to me

that the girl was not his girlfriend.

They had no romantic relationship. She's just kind of his sister.

The situation is quite complicated.

Remember, when a man says it's some kind of sister,

there's definitely something fishy.

And don't just take his word for it. You've got to judge by his actions.

It is quite complex, isn't it?

Come on, Mai Chenghuan.

Don't jump into the pit of love so easily. Stay calm.

I know. I will.

What? I certainly haven't.

I, Mai Chenghuan, am a career woman.

I just... I was just asking casually.

Alright, nothing else. You should go to sleep. I'll hang up.

Kind of sister.

Is that so?

I'll take you there sometime by the end of the year.

He Dong.

You're avoiding me, aren't you?

Beauty, who are you? I'm He Dong's girlfriend.

Sister! My goodness.

How come you're here for me?

Goodness. My sister. Isn't she pretty?

Could you get her something to drink?

Milk, she's growing lately.

Why are you here?

Why can't I avoid you anywhere?

I can't reach you by phone.

I had to wait for you here.

I'm busy here.

Stop talking nonsense. Yao Zhiming has been acting strange lately.

He used to always be alone.

Why has he recently been living with a bunch of strangers?

You two are keeping secrets from me.

You know me well. I keep my personal and professional life separate.

I don't care about his private matters, okay?

You know him inside out.

You don't know it? Come on, spill it.

What do you want me to spill? I really don't know.

Then I'll go and talk to that beauty.

Forget it. Talk to me.

- Ask. - Who is Mai Chenghuan?

We'll go to Guangming Village for breakfast in a bit.

After breakfast, we'll go to Wukang Road.

Those houses are so pretty. Many people go there.

There are many famous people's former residences.

- Really? - People take photos there.

Don't run around, Qiu. Be careful.

- When we eat, we... - These buildings are rich in character.

Very retro, quite flavorful.

The lawn outside is also spacious. Why don't we just choose this place?

Okay.

Let's add it to our wedding hotel options.

What's going on? Whose child is this? Anyone looking after him?

It's our child. What's the problem?

Don't you have any sense? Can't you see the dress is dirty?

Is that necessary?

What's the matter?

Why are two adults scolding a child?

What are you talking about? Didn't you see the dress is dirty? So unreasonable.

- Come here. - Is it necessary

to argue with a child?

- All right. - Let it go.

Every bratty child has an unreasonable parent. There's no talking to them.

You call us a bratty child and an unreasonable parent?

I did. So what?

Apologize.

Apologize? I'll call the police right now.

- Don't. - You want to call the police?

We can talk this out.

Fang, hold back on a few words. Don't harm Huan or the hotel's business.

Yu, Qiu is the treasure of our family.

You just watch them bully him?

- Exactly. - Who is bullying whom?

Do you have any sense of reason left?

Who is being unreasonable?

Are you even an adult?

Is it necessary for you guys?

What would a child know?

Stop quarreling.

Sorry, sir, ma'am.

I'm the manager of Xing'anli. Is there anything I can help you with?

Chenghuan, you've arrived just in time.

- Stop talking. - Come here.

Just now, this child got my skirt into this mess.

- Look. - They want us to apologize.

You're being quite unreasonable. What kind of hotel is this?

I'm sorry, ma'am.

We are very sorry for the inconvenience.

How about this? Our hotel will cover the dry cleaning cost for your clothes.

We can also waive your room charges for today.

Is this solution acceptable to you?

Alright, you're quite reasonable.

We won't quibble over it then.

Thank you, ma'am. Thanks for your understanding.

Please leave your skirt at the entrance. It will be attended to.

If you want to take a cab,

the concierge colleagues at the door can help you hail a taxi.

Fine. For your sake, we won't make an issue of it.

Learn from this.

Sorry about that. I wish you a pleasant journey.

What are you talking about?

Chenghuan, what do you mean?

How can you show such disrespect to your relatives in front of strangers?

Uncle, a child cannot tell right from wrong.

Adults must set an example for him.

If Qiu dirties someone's clothes, an apology is a must.

- You... - Fang.

Please say less.

It's embarrassing with so many people around.

Huan, compensating for a night's room fee is a bit much.

If her clothes are dirty, take them off and I will wash them.

Mom, that's not how it works.

In the hotel business, we rely on our reputation and services.

We want everyone to stay comfortably and happily here.

Yu, you told me Chenghuan is filial and obedient.

Not only did she scold me like her grandson,

but she also disciplined you, her own mother.

She talks back to adults, looking down her nose at us.

She's so aggressive. It makes me feel sorry for you.

Can you please speak less?

Uncle, it's not easy for you to come all this way.

I know it's not easy.

I've given one hundred percent sincerity in hosting you.

But if you can't tell right from wrong like this,

and also try to stir up trouble between my mom and me,

then don't blame me for setting boundaries with you.

- What do you... - Mai Chenghuan, what do you mean?

It means if you still want to stay here,

please abide by the hotel's rules.

If not, then today's room charge,

I won't help you. Do as you please.

What? Are you sending us away?

We've come such a long way.

She won't let us stay here anymore.

- She's kicking us out? - It's not easy to come all this way.

- Huan. - Uncle. Auntie.

- Fang Da. - What's happening?

Da, how come you're here?

Chenghuan asked me to come over and talk about work.

What's happening?

Mr. Fang, I'll wait for you in the garden.

Fang Da, Mai Chenghuan nearly kicked us out just now.

Almost kicked us out. Be careful when collaborating with such a person.

- You... - Don't collaborate with her anymore.

Uncle, calm down, please.

We've come from far away to have fun, to enjoy ourselves,

not to argue, right?

Don't let such a small matter ruin our good mood.

How about this? I'll call a car and find a guide

to accompany you for a stroll.

Have a great time. Be happy.

Sure, sure.

Auntie, you can go too.

Alright, Fang Da, thank you.

- Look at Fang Da. - This is good.

Don't be angry. Let it go.

Quickly, go have breakfast. We're still hungry.

- Alright, alright. - Be quick, let's go.

Let's go, Qiu. Let's go.

They've left for breakfast.

I'm really sorry you had to witness that embarrassment.

It's okay. It's normal for the elderly to be set in their ways.

Did you read that collaboration proposal? What do you think?

I've read it.

And I've also come to get to know the situation of Huixue.

Although it's a startup, it has a bit of fame.

I think the designs and aesthetics of your proposals are quite great.

So, I'm pretty confident about this collaboration.

The hotel evaluation is particularly important to me.

If we can pass the evaluation,

it would be regarded as dual recognition from the media and customers.

And once passed, the homepage will be Xing'anli.

That way, more people can learn about Xing'anli.

I've made some changes to the plan. Take a look.

Great, that's wonderful.

I've enlarged this area.

This? Yes, this is great.

Now, young people and elderly...

Yes, and then...

- Pleasant cooperation! - You too!

Take care.

Take care.

Boss.

(She is Mai Chenghuan?)

I didn't mean to tell her.

She's been blocking me all day.

I really had no choice.

Where are you going?

To find Zhang Ziyu. You're going to play golf with Mr. Li.

What are you here for?

I'm a travel blogger. Can't I come to explore this place?

It's not the first day I've known of you, Zhang Ziyu.

Right, it's not the first day you've known me.

Then you should know that the more you keep it, the more curious I get.

Who exactly is this Mai Chenghuan?

Keep your voice down.

I want to find a job in Xing'anli.

Are you crazy? Don't come here to cause trouble.

I'm not causing trouble.

If she has exceptional qualities, that means you have good judgment.

I not only want to learn from her, but I'm also completely convinced.

But if not, I want to have a match with her.

Come on. You...

You really are efficient.

I don't see any issues. I'll just sign it.

That's great. Here, you can use this pen.

Hello, Miss Mai. Hello, I'm here to apply for a job.

Is it convenient?

Yes, it is.

Excuse me, who are you?

Zhang Ziyu, come with me.

What for? Can't you see I'm busy applying for a job?

Let me introduce her, Zhang Ziyu. She's the daughter of Zhang Peisheng.

I'm her overseas guardian.

She is the one who called you at the police station that day.

Hello, my name is Zhang Ziyu.

I'm currently studying at the Swiss Hotel Management School.

I'm proficient in copywriting, public relations, and fan operations.

I'm a travel blogger with 230,000 followers.

It can be said that I have a good professional expertise,

and I'm a rare post-millennial fresher.

Looks pretty good.

What is your friend's name?

This is Fang Da, the person in charge of Huixue Wedding Company.

- Hello. - Hello.

Here is my business card.

Okay.

We've known each other since childhood. Chenghuan and I are kind of hometowners.

Childhood sweethearts.

About that.

Ziyu, you are Zhang Ziyu, right? Hi, I am very pleased to meet you.

However, if to apply for a job, you need to submit a resume first.

There are guidelines on the website of Xing'anli. You can take a look.

Is it that troublesome?

Yes, it is.

It wouldn't be because of my mom that you won't take me, right?

Is it because she badmouths me everywhere?

I'm not like what she said. I'm ambitious and hardworking.

Zhang Ziyu, your account is just a hobby.

Work is about professionalism.

Stop teaching me what to do, okay? I'm not a child anymore.

That's how it is, Ziyu.

Everyone who wants to work here must submit a resume and follow the process.

Everyone is treated the same.

So, I'm not worried about your identity.

I don't care whose daughter you are, either.

I just heard your self-introduction.

You have more than 200,000 followers. That's quite impressive.

You must have some extraordinary qualities.

If you really want to work at Xing'anli,

bring your proposal when coming to the interview,

so I can get to know you well.

Also, I hope you can be clear

about why you want to work in Xing'anli and what you want.

Okay, no problem.

We're leaving, Yao Zhiming.

Zhang Ziyu, don't come here and cause trouble again.

Go home now.

I was just holding you like this.

She didn't even bother to lift her eyelids.

She simply doesn't care about you.

Yao Zhiming, are you in unrequited love?

It's unrequited love, isn't it?

I'm back.

Gentler, please. It's killing me.

Okay, I got it.

Huan, Mom made dessert. Do you want some?

Sure.

Huan is back.

Mom, what happened to your leg?

She spent the day out with your aunt and her family

and helped with the kid. She's tired.

Age spares no one. I really can't make it tomorrow.

If you can't make it, then don't go.

Huan, I'm wondering if you should join them tomorrow

to the aquarium. This could also help smooth things over, alright?

I don't have time tomorrow.

It's okay. If Huan can't go, I'll go with them.

Don't. Stop nagging. This isn't your concern.

Huan, I want to talk to you.

Your aunt dotes on you a lot.

Look, she's getting on in years now.

She doesn't come around often.

And now you're too busy.

The meeting ended up a bit unhappy.

That's not good.

So, I was thinking that you...

Mom, let me be honest with you.

I know my aunt is nice to me.

If it weren't for aunt's sake today,

I guess I would've gotten upset with them.

You can't.

Alright, I understand what you said today.

If I have time in a couple of days, I'll take them out to have fun, okay?

But I really can't tomorrow.

The hotel has its rules and regulations.

I can't take leave.

Look, there's another work call.

Mr. Lin, yes, yes.

Mrs. Mai, it so happens I have a friend at the aquarium.

I can get you some VIP tickets.

Mr. Yao, this is a family matter.

How could we trouble you with this?

We all live together. No need for formalities.

Exactly, no need for formalities.

Thank you, Ming.

- That's nice. - You're welcome.

- That's nice. - Mom.

Huan's job nature is different now.

The weekends are her busiest time.

You'll go. That's perfect. How did I not think of that?

Zao, your aunt and uncle raised you when you were young.

And your cousin Fang Jie has also been very good to you.

Such good relationships.

It's time to repay the kindness. Show it well, kid.

But in what you do and say,

don't be as blunt as your sister.

Otherwise they might be unhappy. You need to be delicate and attentive.

Alright, Zao will go.

- And smile. - Keep a smile.

- Eyes filled with tenderness. You hear me? - I have something to talk to you.

Also, whenever they go to the bathroom, you have to follow, understand?

When they're hungry, you need to find something to eat.

You should buy something tastier and a bit more expensive.

Don't go too cheap, got it? And bring water.

What's wrong? Not happy?

Yes, relatives are annoying, and so is work.

How come as an adult, there are so many troubles?

Wait for me a moment.

Take a sip. Drown your sorrows.

How are you doing? Are you getting used to living with us?

Pretty good.

Really?

Really, I actually think

in one's lifetime, many things often go against their wishes.

If it can't be changed, perhaps try looking at it from another angle.

What if, just what if, there might be a surprise?

Take it slow.

Impressive.

Bingo.

You just aren't caught up in it.

That's why you can speak so lightheartedly.

Actually, I feel it's like a besieged city.

People inside want to get out, and those outside want to get in.

Then why can't I be the one outside who wants to come in?

The house is yours, and so are the keys.

If you want to come in, who dares to stop you?

Alright, if Miss Mai says so, alright?

Let's go. I'll take you for a ride.

You shouldn't drive, either.

Today, let me take you to experience the real deal. Let's go.

Zao.

What's wrong? Are you sick?

I've been staying up late to catch up on orders. Got a cold. Noting serious.

Then I'll come over to check on you.

No need. Tomorrow is Dingding's visitation day.

I want to take him out to play. Do you have time?

Sorry, Mao. Mom gave me a task.

She asked me to accompany a relative's child to the aquarium.

What a coincidence. Dingding just said he wanted to go to the aquarium.

Then why don't we go together?

It'll be nice for the two kids to have each other's company.

That sounds great. I'll pick you up tomorrow morning.

Okay.

Take your medicine, and get some rest early.

Okay.

- Bye-bye. - Bye-bye.

Kid, could you switch seats with a brother like me?

Is it okay to sit here?

You are an uncle.

Then, can you switch seats with the uncle?

Uncle and this sister are together.

I want to sit with the beautiful sister.

It's okay. Let's just sit separately.

Then, can I sit here?

Yes, you can.

Thank you.

You are such a pretty sister!

You are very handsome too.

Are you from Shanghai?

- Clever beyond his age. - Yes.

- What about you? - I'm also from Shanghai.

Which district are you from then?

I'm from Huangpu District. And you?

Make a guess.

You are...

Kid, look, the little girl up there has a gun just like yours.

She has more bubbles than you. Do you want to go and have a look?

- Just up front. - It seems like it.

Slow down.

- I'll come back later. - Okay.

There's no "later". Come on!

No way about "later".

You're sitting on my dress.

Sorry about that.

You're quite good at deceiving kids.

I wasn't deceiving him. I was helping him.

There's a little girl up ahead.

Then he can go over to play with her. They can make a pair.

So, Mr. Yao was also like this as a child, right?

My childhood was quite miserable, as you well know.

You weren't like this in your childhood?

Yes, I've been popular since I was little. What's the matter?

I knew it. It's that Fang or something, right?

He said you were childhood sweethearts.

Fang Da? Please, your way of thinking really is...

I barely saw him a few times in my childhood.

Growing up, I don't even remember what he looks like.

Besides, I don't fancy him.

But what does it have to do with you?

Of course, it has to do with me. Because I like you.

Like me? Are you joking like last time?

This time I'm serious. Be my girlfriend.

Serious? How can you prove that?

How to prove it?

♪Toward the foam of the night♪

Yao Zhiming, you really are timid.

♪I still remember clearly♪

♪People are whispering♪

♪Neon lights flickering in your eyes♪

♪You become real as well♪

♪Passing by, the sycamore trees are in bloom♪

♪Listening to Mozart in A major♪

♪Crowds brush past♪

♪The city circulates charming legends♪

♪It's just that the flavor is also tart♪

♪Yet the heart is sweet♪

♪Like a movie playing in the past♪

♪Repeating the episodes about you♪

♪I still remember it all♪

♪Toward the foam of the night♪

♪Gliding past several bursting fireworks♪

♪I remember clearly♪

Why hasn't Huan come back? It's so late.

She's now the owner of a big hotel. Of course she's busy.

Yao Zhiming said something today. Did you hear it?

What did he say?

He said something about us all being one family.

He considers us as one family.

There was already a familial relationship.

Now we're living together. Of course, we are a family.

That's true indeed.

You call her again later. I'm going to sleep.

Okay, you should go now.

Keep it down. My mom and dad are asleep.

Yao Zhiming, I've given it some thought.

Let's not tell my parents about us for now.

Why? Weren't you the one taking the initiative just now?

No, it's because some relatives have come recently.

My mom has been busy with everything. She's quite tired.

I'm thinking of waiting until after this period.

I'll find the right opportunity to tell her then.

Okay, I'll listen to you.

Let's go.

Mai, there seems to be a noise downstairs.

Probably it's Huan coming back.

Alright, I'm going back to my room.

Wait a second.

What is it?

I can't bear to let you go.

Give me a kiss.

I really have to go back. I'm leaving.

Let go. My mom will come out in a bit.

♪Heals all the past sorrows♪

♪Good night, good night, good night, good night♪

♪You lightened me♪

♪Don't cry. Don't cry. Don't cry. Don't cry♪

♪Sweetie♪

♪The starlight guards the figure returning late♪

♪When you come closer to listen♪

♪With every turn, you are not far away♪

♪Allowing me to be myself, at ease and unrestrained♪

♪Good night, good night, good night, good night♪

♪You lightened me♪

(Let's go to work together tomorrow.)

(Not safe. Ms. Liu will be out early to buy vegetables.)

(Then how about 5 a.m.? That should be safe enough.)

(It's too early. I can't wake up. You can go ahead, Mr. Yao.)

Fool, big fool.

♪Don't cry. Don't cry. Don't cry. Don't cry♪

(Mai Chenghuan, come out for a moment.)

What are you doing?

You haven't answered me yet if you want to go together tomorrow.

Depends on my mood.

What now?

I missed you.

Don't say bye-bye.

Yao Zhiming, you big fool.

I mean, let's meet at 5 a.m. tomorrow.

Okay, okay.

Why is there a noise on the balcony?

How did a rat get onto the balcony? What is it doing?

Tomorrow, buy some rat poison. I want to kill it.

Remember to buy it tomorrow. Did you hear me?

I'm catching this.

It's gone, over there.

Taking care of children is so tiring.

But fortunately, I have you with me today.

Otherwise, I really can't do it.

Dingding has a nice personality. He's already considered easy to manage.

Children nowadays have so much more to play with than we did.

Tiga, Tiga, these are the fish.

They are greeting you.

I want to play too.

Tiga is my good friend.

You should ask Tiga if he wants to play with you.

Let me play for a while.

Dingding, come on. Get up.

- Are you hurt? What happened? - Are you okay?

Mom, he's bullying me.

Did he snatch your toy?

Qiu, give Tiga back to him.

Don't fight, you guys.

Just let Qiu play for a while. Why make a fuss with a child?

Can't you just buy another one?

Because he's a kid, he can snatch others' toys?

Why should we have to give it to you?

Why don't you buy one for him yourself?

Isn't it just a toy? Is it necessary to fuss over it?

We've come a long way to play here.

Can't you guys make some concessions?

You are relatives with Mai Chengzao. Do I even know you?

Why should we make concessions?

Alright, stop crying. Have some dignity.

Why are you scaring the kid?

Mai Chengzao, you've been living in my house since you were little.

You've grown up and become a lawyer, and you think you're so great.

I'm telling you. This is my child.

I will do as I please.

There's no need for you to tell me how to raise my child.

Show some respect.

Fine, watch out for yourself.

I'll tell your entire family about all your dark secrets since you were little.

Fine. If you don't tell them, I'll think less of you. Come on.

(Mom)

What are you being so arrogant for?

Alright, no more crying. Come here. Let me have a look.

Let's go, Dingding.

Let's go. Go.

Don't cry. Go play by yourself.

Boss, have you checked our group's financial report?

In the entire East China region, only Botticelli is on the report.

Why do you look so listless? Did you stay up late last night?

I woke up too early. I'm sleepy.

Woke up early? Why?

(Miss Mai, are you done with your work? Maybe Mr. Yao can invite you to lunch.)

(I still have tons of work to finish. How about dinner instead?)

(Then make sure to have a good lunch.)

Uncle Zao, do I have to

share with the other kids to be a good kid?

Of course not. You can share if you want to.

But, you don't have to share if there aren't more.

Dingding, Uncle Zao promises you

that your Ultraman will definitely regain his energy by tomorrow.

Thank you, Uncle Zao.

Alright, so can we now

happily eat something? Come on.

Uncle Zao, you can drink it first.

Okay, since Dingding is willing to share with Uncle Zao,

let's open another one. Cheers.

Cheers.

You two are taking turns speaking.

I feel so superfluous as a mother.

Dingding, it seems Mao is getting jealous.

So delicious.

By the way, later on, take Dingding to play for a while, okay?

I'll go home first.

Okay.

Chenghuan, the training plan for the room service department

and the PR department's plan have already been sent to you by email.

I've seen it. Mr. Cui. I think there's no problem with it.

Let's go ahead with it then. Alright, thanks.

Miss Mai, we'll go back to the dormitory for a rest.

Go back and have a rest. You've worked hard.

You promised me that you'd have a good lunch.

Didn't we agree to have dinner together tonight?

If I hadn't come, would you really have settled with a sandwich?

No, but I'm still working.

Relatives have come over recently. I was just a bit distracted.

No excuses allowed.

It's all brought by Mr. Yao, so lavish.

But I never imagined that a first date would be like this.

You better not really mean that.

You just didn't give me a chance for a romantic date.

Every day, it's all work on your mind.

But it's also my fault for giving my heart too soon.

Now my world is filled with you.

Where did you learn this nonsense from?

What for? I saw it online, some love encyclopedia.

What's so funny?

Mr. Yao, you should surf the Internet less in the future.

I think you're already very good just as you are.

My mom.

Hello? Mom. What's wrong?

Yu, come to judge the situation.

Zao did something for a child that we don't even know,

and made Qiu cry terribly.

What is this all about?

Zao, I asked you to take your cousin and Qiu out.

Instead, Qiu came back crying. What happened?

You need to explain to everyone clearly, Zao.

Mom, Qiu was in the wrong first.

I told him to bravely admit his mistake.

That's my son. Why do you have to interfere?

Fang Jie, can you save it a little?

Zao, you are his uncle. You should know who is closer

and who is the family. Just apologize.

No need. We're all family here. It's not that serious.

Zao, just apologize.

♪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♪