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[This plot is entirely fictional. Any similarities are purely coincidental.]

[For the sake of respecting the original spirit and content needs]

[Certain drinking and sensation-stirring scenes are dramatized for effect; do not imitate.]

[Passing characters]

♫ The rift between you and me ♫

♫ Don't force repairs ♫

♫ It's impossible anyway ♫

♫ The one who loved out of their league ♫

♫ Highlighting oneself ♫

♫ Without discretion ♫

♫ It's wrong ♫

♫ The role of a passing character ♫

♫ You won't miss me as one ♫

♫ As you turn around, there's a new journey ahead ♫

♫ I'm still standing here responding ♫

♫ The eternal self-questioning ♫

♫ Repeating such ♫

♫ Contradictions ♫

[Who's the Boss]

[Episode 16]

- I asked for a black pen. - But it's clearer in blue.

- It must be signed in black… - It doesn't show…

Cindy.

Welcome back to the business department.

Congratulations on clearing your name.

Thank you.

Well…

If I had done anything

that seemed disrespectful to you,

it was just a misunderstanding.

Sometimes we can't decide the course of an event.

It's just like

the stock market with its ups and downs.

We are all small-time investors.

Yeah.

I get it. That's what it's like in the workplace.

I know you're the best.

Now that I'm back

in the business department

and have cleared my name,

I'll treat everyone to a meal.

With me, Cindy Wang, leading the way,

you're guaranteed to head for success.

No one is allowed to leave

without getting drunk.

It's okay, well…

I promise I won't be so socially clueless

and keep boasting about myself all night.

And it's totally fine

if you really don't want to come.

- We will go. - No problem.

- Yeah. - Sure thing.

It's on me. No worries.

- No problem. - Yingjun, did you make money again?

It's just Day Trading.

I made a few bucks.

I'm sorry.

Actually, the biggest problem

lying between us

isn't about right and wrong.

Our problem is we no longer love each other.

If we were still in love,

how could we bear to hurt each other?

Forget it.

None of this matters anymore.

Let it be, then.

I'm sorry.

Whenever you're ready,

we'll get a divorce.

Dandruff.

Manager Wu, don't be nervous.

You look very handsome today.

The boss is going to appoint the Vice President today.

Of course, I have to look good.

You look radiant and full of energy.

You'll surely be the next Vice President.

That's right.

I have a strong feeling

that it will be me.

What do you think?

Do you like my arrangements?

I have no objections.

But I don't get it.

Haven't you always wanted to be the manager?

Why did you suddenly change your mind?

I do want the position.

But the business department

is simply a mess right now.

I'm not taking over even if you want me to.

Why don't you sort out

all the problems first?

Yeah.

Cindy seems to have a point.

Right?

Wu, is that you? Come in.

- Good morning, Mr. Cai. - Morning.

Good to see you, Manager Gao, Cindy.

- Please sit. - Morning.

Today, I'd like to talk about

the vacant position of Vice President.

Well…

Mr. Cai, I wouldn't dare to speculate

what you are thinking.

But anyway, we're all colleagues here.

So I'll just say it.

This resume

is handed by Guo Shijie to our department.

Guo Shijie.

Such a senior employee

wanted to transfer to our planning department.

It shows

that the business department is in chaos

and lacks cohesion.

Besides,

Cindy,

you've also handed us your resume.

I haven't! Don't make things up, please.

Miss Wang Cunfeng.

[Resume] So you're also

vying for Cindy, huh?

Cindy.

It seems you're in high demand recently.

You know?

Director Zhang of Bosheng

also asked for you.

But you know, Wu,

Bosheng is offering her the position

of Executive Director.

May I ask what terms

you're offering to poach Cindy?

I don't think the title matters.

I just can't bear

to let a talent like Cindy

be restrained in the business department.

Cindy, come to our department.

I promise I'll utilize all my resources

to make you the best secretary, okay?

Alright, that's enough.

I know what you're thinking.

Say no more.

I have my own perspective.

Chen, I'll take care of this.

Sit down and take a rest.

No need. This is my job.

I can do it myself.

It's okay. Don't be so formal with me.

I can do it as well. It's all the same.

Besides,

I think we'll be seeing each other quite often.

We'll get many chances to help each other.

Right?

Hello?

Okay, I got it.

Excuse me.

Mr. Cai said

that he had reached a decision about the Vice President.

Zhou.

The boss wants to see you.

Me?

Well played.

Cindy Wang is the toughest opponent

I've encountered.

Cindy Wang volunteered to be a secretary.

She simply has no way

to compete with you.

How could she be your toughest opponent?

So rudimentary.

Way too rudimentary.

You have worked for me for so long

and yet haven't learned a thing.

Gao Shuangyun may still be the manager.

But she's already a marked person.

If the business department achieves anything,

who will take the credit?

It wouldn't be Chen, would it?

Her name starts with a C.

Cindy Wang?

Yeah.

Once Gao Shuangyun reorganized the business department,

I bet she'd be too embarrassed to stay.

If the boss wants her gone, he could just kick her out now.

Why would he let her stay?

Think about it.

Are you saying

that the boss will try to keep Gao Shuangyun

as the manager of the business department?

But wouldn't that be unfair to Cindy?

Given the boss's way of doing things,

he may be unconventional

and directly appoint her

as the Vice President.

It's not something impossible.

Now I get it. No wonder Cindy Wang wants to stay as a secretary.

That's why

I said "well played".

And she won't have to compete with me.

You're so insightful, Tianfu.

You easily saw through her tricks.

Now,

we know what's going on.

So does Cindy.

And I bet the boss is thinking the same thing.

That's why he's taking on the position for now.

Anyway,

we can't let things go smoothly in the business department now, okay?

Leave it to me.

I won't let you down.

Also,

don't let up with Chen and the boss's driver.

Build a good relationship with them.

I've been doing that all along.

But Tianfu,

I think there's someone

we should really try to win over.

Iris.

Iris, look what I brought for you.

What is it?

These Butterfly Crackers

are quite the trendy group-buy snack.

And our manager said

that you'd been working hard as the receptionist.

So he told me to bring you some.

Manager Wu is so considerate.

Of course.

And I know how you hate

to gain weight.

So I prepared herbal tea for you.

Come on, give it a try.

If you like it,

[Herbal Tea] keep the entire box.

Are you live-streaming?

I'm filming a short clip

to promote my nail salon.

You're the right person for promotion.

You're so beautiful.

I mean, you clearly have the potential to be a star.

It's a waste for you to be a receptionist.

Really? I thought I had the potential to be a mistress and seduce Mr. Cai.

It was a misunderstanding.

Iris, my sister.

It's all my fault. Please…

Please forgive me.

I apologize, okay?

Okay, fine.

I've given you a hard time.

Let's call it even, okay?

I knew a pretty like you must be kind.

Am I really that pretty?

Of course.

Come on, let me see.

How can you be so pretty?

Do I even need to say it? Anyone with eyes can see that.

Is it good?

Right.

Don't you always get internet celebrities

and TV stars

to take part in kickoff ceremonies, charity events,

and even housewarming activities?

I can help with that.

Those are very tiring.

It's okay. I don't mind the tiring work.

Besides,

Meng Heng and my uncle encouraged me

to have a serious plan for my future.

What you said made me think

that I should become the company's

Goodwill Ambassador.

Goodwill Ambassador?

Yeah, it's settled then.

Find someone to tutor me.

I can definitely handle it.

The boss may have

put Guo Shijie's transfer on hold.

But are you confident you can keep him here?

I have to even if it's difficult.

If you can't do it,

should I help you?

Worry about yourself first.

Can you handle Yazi on your own?

You won't start arguing in a few seconds, right?

Don't worry.

I'm a changed person.

No matter how disrespectful she is,

I won't argue with her.

Then let's work on our own problems.

Come in.

Miss Gao, you're looking for me?

Sit down. Let's talk.

After that,

there will be some deliveries…

Then I'll stamp it.

- Ask Miss Gao for final confirmation. - Okay.

Take it to Miss Gao…

Where is my stamp?

Director Xu.

May I have a word with you in private?

No need to do it in private.

We can talk right here.

I'll check the accounts with the financial department.

I'll leave you to talk.

No need.

I don't make unwarranted remarks to clients like someone else does.

You don't have to leave.

Stay and do your work.

I haven't stamped the papers.

Meng Heng.

What are you drinking?

Coffee from the welfare department?

Let's go for a coffee.

Take me there.

I want some coffee. Go.

What do you want? Spill it out.

I'm very busy.

Xu Yazi.

I want to make peace with you.

I know you don't like me.

And

I must have done many things that annoyed you.

But if there's anything

that appeases you

or even if you want to punch me,

I'm okay with it. No problem.

You haven't changed at all, have you?

Do you really think you are the sun?

Venus, Mercury, and Jupiter

all revolve around you, huh?

Why should I reconcile with you just because you say so?

Also, I'm sorry.

The world doesn't just cater to your wishes.

As you've said before,

I'm here to work, not to make friends.

I think I owe all of you an apology.

It's my mistake

that things have turned out this way.

I deserve some punishment.

No, Miss Gao.

It's not your fault.

Even if there was someone to blame,

it would be that lame guy.

- Exactly. - Yeah.

Miss Gao, don't drink alone.

- Come on, cheers. - Come on.

- We toast to you. - To you.

- Thanks for your hard work. - Lame guys begone.

- Begone. - Get lost.

Begone.

Yun.

Listen, you want to find a good man, right?

I can buy you the essential oil spray

that invites romantic opportunities.

After I used it,

I've been having

nice chats with a girl on the dating site.

What does she look like? Show us.

Do you have a link to that spray?

Yeah, I'll send it to you.

Look.

[Chat History] And we talked quite a lot.

- Look. - Show me her photo.

Look, we've been chatting.

Photo.

Look.

- She's pretty. - Isn't she pretty?

- Not bad. - Yeah.

- She's not bad. - Yeah.

Way to go, man.

But you know, face swapping with AI is very popular.

Maybe she doesn't look like that.

Is that possible?

By the way, how did it go with Guo Shijie?

I've warned him of the risks

and offered him incentives.

Still, he didn't come.

So I guess I failed.

Really?

How come I can't tell?

AI is really simple.

- Sorry, I'm late. - Guo.

- Guo. - You're so late.

- Come on. - You started without me?

Come on, catch up.

- Okay. - Come on.

- Thanks. - Give it to me.

Come on.

- Drink. - And I must say

you are a better leader than me.

I really admire you.

I'm flattered.

- Come on. - Okay.

- Come on. - I toast to you.

- Come on. - Hurry, cheers.

- To you. - Say no more.

- I'll down it. - Cheers.

Catch up with us.

Okay.

Actually,

I've come to say goodbye to you.

Bro.

Are you seriously going to the planning department?

Why are you pulling long faces?

Even if I get transferred,

my spirit will still be with you.

Miss Gao.

Sorry.

It's alright.

Everyone has their ambitions.

Since you've already made your choice,

I respect that and wish you well.

Come on.

Thank you, Miss Gao.

- Miss Gao, I toast to you. - Wait.

- What's wrong, Yingjun? - Guo, you're leaving, huh?

Let's not hold back.

Get him a bottle of drink.

- Don't go easy on him. - Come on.

- The whole bottle. - The whole bottle.

The same, two bottles.

I can't help you this time.

You have to finish it.

Listen, you're not leaving here

- sober today. - Let's get wasted.

- You're done for. - Planning versus Business, huh?

- Of course. - Okay, I'll go first.

Come on, one at a time.

- I'll start. - Come on, hurry up.

You can take back what you just said

about admiring me.

Drink up before hitting the road.

Bon voyage.

Guo Shijie has joined the Planning Department.

Everyone is making their moves

but everything is as you expected.

So

do they know why

I'm the acting Vice President?

You want to keep the competition going

so that all the employees remain motivated.

I bet they get it.

You know me best.

But, Chen.

This… is not how you treat a friend.

How come you didn't tell me

about Han Xinzheng's embezzlement right away?

You didn't want to see me mess up

and get scolded by the chairman, right?

Of course not.

It's okay.

I know that you are working for the chairman.

Mr. Cai, actually…

Come in.

Mr. Cai, your dinner.

Okay, put it over there.

Okay.

Mr. Cai doesn't use disposable cutlery.

I'll get his eco-friendly utensils.

- One second, sir. - Thank you, Chen.

Mr. Cai, enjoy your meal.

Take a seat.

So

have you had food?

Not yet. I still have some work to finish up.

You've worked hard.

Well…

I remember that you didn't apply

for the secretary position in the beginning.

Yeah, I applied to be a specialist in the business department.

But

they had trouble finding someone to be the secretary

of the Vice President.

So I was temporarily transferred there.

And then

I've been a secretary until now.

This job as a secretary

is not bad.

However,

for someone

with ambition and drive like you,

being a secretary

doesn't seem very challenging.

And there aren't many opportunities for promotion.

So I have kept you as a second-line secretary.

Do you find it unfair?

No, not at all.

Actually, I think

that doing the job of a secretary well

and supporting the supervisor

is quite fulfilling.

It's just that

I didn't discover

Mr. Han's illegal activities right away.

And I feel a bit sorry for the company.

It's okay.

After all, it's all in the past.

Well…

No matter who becomes the new Vice President,

just keep a good eye on that person.

Yes, sir.

Work hard.

The company won't treat you unfairly.

Okay, Mr. Cai. I won't let you down.

It's on me.

- No way. - How come you're paying?

It's my turn to buy you dinner.

- Use my card. - Take mine. You…

- My card. - You…

- We agreed. Take mine. - No way.

Who agreed with you?

Meng Heng, please pull her back.

You can split the bill, okay?

- Shut up. - Shut up.

- Who does that? - Take mine.

- I'm paying. - I'm paying it all.

- Take it. - Take mine.

- I was faster. - Cindy Wang.

Same old rules.

The one who lasts pays the bill.

Come on.

The usual.

The usual.

Same old rules.

No matter if you drink from the left to the right

or from the right to the left,

whoever finishes first wins.

I will definitely win.

It's too early to say that.

Hello, Zhou.

Come to the tavern now.

Shoulder your responsibility here.

The usual place, thank you.

Over here, thank you.

- Be careful. - Okay.

Be careful.

Watch your head.

Be careful.

Steadily.

It's here, right?

Mind your steps.

I will carry your purse.

Come on, be careful.

The elevator is…

On the right.

On the right. Okay, be careful.

- Are you okay? - I'm okay.

If you're not feeling well,

I can buy you a hangover cure.

It's okay.

I'm feeling much better now.

You should go back and rest.

Are you sure you're okay?

See you tomorrow.

Be careful.

Bye-bye.

I'm really getting old.

I didn't drink much yesterday but I got such a headache.

Thank goodness I wore sunglasses.

This scene feels all too familiar.

♫ No one has ♫

♫ Your proud smile ♫

Morning.

Morning.

You both came to pick me up for work?

I'm on my way to work. Let's go.

It was convenient for you but I made a detour.

Cindy specifically told me yesterday

to come and pick her up today.

Did I?

Do you have proof?

♫ Close your eyes. I will say it out loud ♫

Pingzhi.

Let's keep it down and don't wake up Yi.

I want to tell you.

I…

Pick me up for work tomorrow morning to see what I want to say.

I'm sorry.

Good night.

W-When did I send you those?

She said that when she was drunk.

It doesn't count.

It's okay.

I won't let you come here for nothing.

I'll pay for the ride.

Again?

No need.

He has grown up.

Let's go.

You have a headache so don't get in the wind.

It may get you worse.

Thank you.

Feeling any better?

Much better, thank you. Better not to be in the wind.

You're really thoughtful.

Meng Heng, good morning.

Morning.

Did you have breakfast?

Not yet.

Have this then.

Thank you.

After all, someone doesn't need to eat

when she's on a date.

What did you say?

Nothing.

This is an oat milk latte.

If you're not used to it--

No problem. I love trying new things.

I've reviewed his resume.

He lacks experience in every aspect.

Tell the headhunters to keep searching.

Okay, bye-bye.

Do you have a few minutes?

I have nothing but time right now.

Looking for a job?

Yeah.

But…

Not a single company dares to hire me.

So you already knew when you were

at Mr. Lu's wedding banquet.

No wonder

you said those random things to me

at the restaurant entrance.

And you mentioned something about "dirt".

It turns out you were hinting at me.

Too bad you didn't get it back then.

Why would it have mattered?

It wouldn't change anything.

It's my fault that I got greedy.

This circle may not be so big, but it's not small either.

The news will spread quickly.

Thank you

for having the heart to talk with a loser.

However, I'd like to remind you.

Cindy

is not as harmless as she seems.

I ended up like this

thanks to her too.

Be careful.

Dr. Chen is the top expert

in this field.

That's right.

I recommended that clinic to her.

What's done is done.

Next.

How about I show you a clear path?

What do you think?

- Come on. - Cheers.

- Welcome. - Looking forward to working with you.

Thank you, Manager Wu, I swear I will

work hard and do my best.

Come on, meet Jia.

- Hello, Jia. - Yi.

- Hello, Yi. - And Wen.

They are all important staff.

This is Guo, alright?

Help each other out at work.

Okay?

Please look after me.

Guo.

I will definitely teach you

everything I know

to make your decision to join us worthwhile.

Thank you, Manager Wu.

Okay, that's about it. Everyone, back to work.

Let me talk to Guo in private, okay?

- Take the booze. - Thanks in advance.

- Welcome, Guo. - Welcome.

- Thanks. - Guo.

I need to tell you something.

Okay.

Guo, come here.

I treat my subordinates

just as I care for these plants.

I do it with sincerity

and love.

You see, this is Jia's Baby Jia.

Look at it, so fluffy and robust.

Thriving and flourishing.

Li Mi's Beauty Li.

Standing tall and graceful.

It looks just like a bunny.

This is mine?

I hope

it can slowly grow

into something we have in mind.

Manager Wu, rest assured.

It will definitely bloom…

Our planning department

is always serving others' interests.

Market research. Our job.

Product development. Our job.

Build good relationships with neighbors. Our job.

Socialize with government officials. Our job.

Why can't our department

make money on our own?

Yeah, so--

So we need to get a piece of land.

We'll plan, develop,

and sell it by ourselves.

A piece of land?

Let's leave the details aside.

The most important job right now

is counting on you.

Mr. Han has a list.

That list contains

the land developers we're familiar with.

Now the business department

has that list at hand.

With your intelligence,

you should know what to do, right?

No problem.

Leave it to me.

Alright.

I love it when young people are bold and daring.

By the way.

Li Mi.

There's another important task.

You can count on me. I will definitely do my best.

No one can do this but you.

Go ahead and get busy.

Thank you, Manager Wu.

Fortunately, Guo Shijie joined us.

Let him handle the tricky situation.

I really wouldn't know what to do without him.

Guo will handle the problem for sure.

But you still need to keep an eye on it, okay?

After all, she's the boss's niece.

We can't afford to offend her.

Rest assured.

I will definitely keep a close watch.

Pretty much like that.

Let's start with this 3D model.

The main thing is to let consumers know

where the neighborhood is

and how convenient it is.

Live streaming is very popular.

So you must learn how to interact with potential consumers.

And your outfit

might need to be simpler and more plain.

No way.

Why do I have to be told what to wear?

Because we're trying to focus on the product

and the layout plan.

So we don't want your outfit

to distract the consumers.

You're being too outdated.

Everyone is doing the same.

So we should forge our own path.

I want to be myself.

Be yourself. Yes, be yourself.

Young people should be themselves.

So, what do you have in mind?

Isn't that what you should figure out?

Be yourself.

Look on the bright side.

At least the work there is easier.

You don't need to run around.

Otherwise, you may end up like me. Then it's troublesome.

I'd rather be like you, actually.

Nonsense.

No, look.

Tutoring Fang Iris is all pain and no gain.

If I teach her well, it's expected.

And the credit goes to the team.

If I don't teach her well,

then the problem is mine alone.

Alright, I can only tell you this.

Keep it up.

I'm with you.

Yingjun, Mr. Han left in a hurry.

Did he hand over the documents to anyone?

I think he handed over a list of land developers

he was familiar with to the business department.

To be honest,

I really want that list.

Come on, you see.

If I fail my job with Fang Iris,

I'll take the blame

and get fired.

Then it's all over.

So I need some leverage to play it safe.

If I have to look for a job,

that list might come in handy.

You want the trade secrets?

If they find out about it,

we'll be doomed.

As long as we keep it a secret,

how would anyone find out?

Besides, I could say

that someone else developed the list.

Right?

No.

This is our policy.

I've called her using the intercom.

Please wait here for a moment.

It's okay.

Director Zhang.

You are Yi's dad?

You know my daughter?

Yi comes to me for her nails.

She wants the "I love daddy" stickers.

She showed me a photo of you two.

Sorry, I didn't recognize you.

It's okay.

So you're the one who did Yi's nails.

You're really skilled.

She really likes it

and wouldn't wash it off for days.

Tell Yi it's okay if it comes off. I can redo it.

I guarantee she will like it.

I'll pass that on.

Cindy.

I'll leave you to talk. Tell Yi to come.

What brings you here?

You left your phone in my car.

I've been looking for it all morning.

Thank you.

You didn't have to come.

Just get a courier.

Aren't you busy with your new company?

It's okay.

I've already found a capable assistant.

Still, you could have called a courier.

You really wanted to see me, huh?

It's not just that.

I want you more than anything.

I mean

I want your answer.

What answer?

Check your phone.

Go to the country villa?

This weekend?

This is the construction project I worked on.

It's right next to a golf course.

The view is pretty good.

Do I have the honor

to have you there with me?

All right.

Mr. Cai, Mr. Li's secretary called

to reschedule the dinner tonight.

Can I arrange it for next Monday?

Aren't I supposed to see the dentist next Monday?

Yeah, I was thinking of arranging it first--

For what?

- Alright, whatever. Take care of it. - Okay, sir.

- Arrange for it. - Okay.

I've also bought a gift for Mr. Fang.

When the time comes, I will…

Mr. Cai, what's wrong?

Mr. Cai, sorry, there is a document…

Slowly.

- Sit down first. - Mr. Cai, are you alright?

Chen, let me be.

- Zhou, get me the chair. - Okay.

Be careful.

- Come on, be careful. - Careful.

Okay.

I'll book an acupuncture

with Dr. Zhang.

No need, Chen.

Give Dr. Zhang's number to Zhou.

Let him make the appointment.

Okay.

Okay, and also,

Zhou, come with me to the dinner with Mr. Li.

Let Chen rest.

After all, she'll just tell me not to drink.

I didn't order this.

The lady over there got it for you.

Thanks.

No problem.

May I join you?

Why are you alone today?

It's normal to be alone.

We, as secretaries,

are always alone.

We work alone without colleagues.

We wait alone for the boss

without fixed work hours.

We handle things alone

without anyone to share our burden.

We eat alone

without anyone for company.

We're always alone.

We just get used to it.

And it might just so happen

that we'll be

replaced by someone at any time.

No way.

Chen, you're such an expert at work.

No one can take your place.

Cindy told me everything.

If it weren't for you stepping in,

who knows when this farce would have ended

and how much deeper I would have fallen?

Are you alright

being alone?

To be honest…

But one must get used to being alone.

Right?

Han Xinzheng?

No.

I've blocked him.

That's right.

Say goodbye to the wrong person.

That's how you meet the right guy.

Do you know why desserts

make people feel happy?

It's because

the sugar in desserts stimulates the brain

to produce dopamine receptors,

which makes one feel cheerful.

Really?

What's wrong? What are you looking at?

Nothing. I was just…

I was looking for the restroom.

The restroom?

It's at the back.

Behind the pillar, to the right.

Okay, I'll be right back.

Okay.

Be careful.

You seem to have recovered faster than I imagined.

So…

you've been thinking of me?

[Choice is more important than effort because it makes all the difference]

[Next Episode] Leave the heavy lifting to me.

If it were for me to choose,

I would pick Shiping.

[Rejuvenated Overnight] I'm off to safeguard my daughter's happiness.

I want to thank Heaven

for giving me the chance to know you.

[Inviolable Contract] Once you sign this contract,

the keys to this house

will be handed over to you.

Everyone in the office knows I like you.

Don't you know?

I will always stay by your side

until you get through all this

and fully recover.

You feel sorry for me?

[Han Xinzheng] He's the Executive Director of my new firm.

♫ In the end, what can still ♫

♫ Be upheld ♫

♫ Can no longer believe ♫

♫ In right and wrong ♫

♫ The boundless sea of stars ♫

♫ I wait for you ♫

♫ To become no longer illusory ♫

♫ Those past hurts ♫

♫ The involuntary evil ♫

♫ All are left behind ♫

♫ Meeting you is the most beautiful accident ♫

♫ I can hardly believe there will be ♫

♫ Such a lucky arrival ♫

♫ Meeting you is my greatest anticipation ♫

♫ Fall in love with the present ♫

♫ Because of you ♫

♫ I'm no longer afraid of loneliness and solitude ♫