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♫ You are the sun in my life ♫

♫ You're the light of my love ♫

♫ When I'm lost in the dark ♫

♫ Every shadow fades away ♫

♫ You are the sun in my life ♫

♫ You're the light of my love ♫

♫ When I'm lost in the dark ♫

♫ Every shadow fades away ♫

[Episode 7]

Zhuang,

since when did you become such a fan of overtime?

Let's go grab a drink tonight.

You go ahead.

I'm still grinding away at this report.

Don't go too hard on yourself.

Research Report on Shuangyuan Photovoltaic Loan.

The loan for Shengyuan's Suzhou subsidiary?

Honestly, this case doesn't seem worth the overtime.

I know they sent you down for a site visit,

but word is, the boss isn't exactly eager to green light the loan.

According to the grapevine, Shengyuan's own stance is pretty vague.

They did send over a new Deputy GM, but it's basically an exile.

Word has it he's Mr. Sheng Xian Min's grandson,

who used to manage their BD team.

Total eye candy.

Too bad he's a Lin instead of a Sheng.

So, it's him.

He went to Suzhou Shuangyuan?

What, you know the guy?

Mr. Song once took me to Shengyuan for a visit. I met him then.

How do you always have the inside scoop on everything?

I've built a strong reputation for networking.

Strictly speaking, you should know Shengyuan better than I do.

Don't you have a stunning classmate working there?

The one you grabbed dinner with the other day.

I was just wondering why you're so invested in this report.

Is it because of her?

I care about it because the boss signs my paycheck.

What's going on? Don't tell me it's that pretty classmate of yours.

Wait, she calls and you shut your computer right away?

Wow, she really ranks higher than we do, huh?

I'm just grabbing something.

I'll be right back.

Welcome.

That was fast. I was settling in for a long wait.

Since my mom asked for your help, I didn't want to keep you waiting.

Did you go back to Nanjing yesterday?

Yeah.

Then why are you back so soon?

My boss suddenly announced a team-building event for tomorrow.

You know, he's the grandson of the Shengyuan founder,

just back from studying abroad.

He's full of these trendy ideas,

and it's exhausting for those of us working under him.

So, I rushed back right after dinner

and came straight here from the train station.

Here are the things your mom asked me to bring you.

She could have just couriered them. I hate to trouble you like this.

Don't be like that.

We've been helping each other out

and carrying stuff back and forth since we were kids.

It's a funny coincidence that even now,

our jobs still keep us so close to each other.

Thanks.

Let me buy you a coffee.

Sure.

I'll have a latte and an order of your famous strawberry Mille-feuille.

That's their signature dish.

Sorry, we're actually all out of those today.

The last group just cleared us out.

Any vanilla left?

I'll go with the mango Mille crêpe then.

An Americano. Thanks.

Coming right up.

Actually, I wanted to ask you about something else.

What is it?

Have you been in touch with Zhuo Hui much lately?

A bit.

Si Liang asked me to check in.

She feels like he's been acting differently towards her,

like his heart's not really in it anymore.

She's just wondering if there's someone else in the picture.

He met me for drinks last week.

Si Liang's name never came up.

He didn't mention anyone else, either.

Si Liang never agreed to be with him.

It's only natural for feelings to die down.

That's true.

Now that we're out in the real world,

there are just way too many temptations.

Si Liang should have made up her mind sooner.

What about you?

Any changes in your life lately?

I'm just trying to make some real money and secure my future here.

Everything else is secondary.

Enjoy.

What a shame.

I missed out on the strawberry Mille-feuille.

I mean, who does that?

Buying out every last one?

A walk is exactly what I needed.

I finally don't feel like I'm about to burst.

I swear, the waitress's jaw nearly hit the floor.

We ate all that and still got takeaways.

It's not every day we're in Shanghai.

It was so tasty.

I had to bring some back for the team.

I'm trying to be a good teammate.

Let's just grab a cab to the station.

With all this cake, there's no way I'm braving the subway.

Yeah.

- It was so worth it. - Totally.

I could honestly do a Shanghai food run every week.

Let's hail one here.

Okay.

How long do you think it'll take to get one?

We'll get one for sure, as we're right under the overpass.

[Huaya Bank] [Shengyuan Group]

♫ On streets unknown, yet the noise feels the same ♫

Xi Guang.

Get in the car. What's on your mind?

♫ How many journeys still await with you by my side? ♫

What was I thinking?

I stand here on this bustling street,

and with every passing minute, many people hurry past me.

They come toward me, and then they brush past.

I meet so many strangers, but I never see him.

I know he passes through here every day.

I know he is out there in some corner of the city,

maybe just a street away,

or perhaps, in the next moment, he will stand right where I am now.

Yet, at this very moment,

our paths don't cross.

And he will never know that I was here,

imagining the moment we finally meet.

♫ May this silent wish of mine ♫

A penny for your thoughts?

It's nothing.

I just feel that running into someone in Shanghai is nearly impossible.

So that's why you came here today?

Hoping to bump into someone?

Actually, I'm not.

This is good enough.

I don't get it.

You've completely lost me.

That's fine.

Doesn't matter anymore.

Alright, let's head back.

You've been keeping up with your rehab, right?

Are you still doing those bean-sorting exercises I gave you?

Yes.

Good. Lift.

Extend.

Make a fist.

Alright.

I take it you're not feeling any numbness or pain during the day anymore?

None at all.

But by the third round of the beans,

I still break into a sweat and my hand starts to tremble a bit.

Once a day is plenty.

Don't push yourself.

The good news is that for an average person,

your left hand has recovered remarkably well.

But...

Dr. Lin. I knew it was you.

I recognized you from behind.

Are you back at the hospital?

Dr. Zhong, long time no see.

I just came for a follow-up visit. It's all done now.

Are you heading to the lot across the street to get your car?

Why didn't you just park at the hospital?

It's a bit of a hike to walk all that way.

I've resigned.

I'm sure my plates have been cleared from the system by now.

[Shuangyuan Photovoltaic]

Thanks for grinding through this week's inventory.

No worries.

I've got something to tell everyone.

The day before yesterday, Mr. Lin had a bit of an accident in Shanghai.

May Mr. Lin Yu Sen vanish at top speed.

- Is he okay? - He's fine, nothing too serious.

But he injured his foot and needs to rest for a while.

I'll be taking over Mr. Lin's work for the month,

but he still needs to review and weigh in

on the plant expansion and financing.

So, I need someone to handle the document runs to and from his house.

It won't be anything too frequent, maybe once or twice a week.

Who's up for it?

Mr. Zhang, I'll do it.

First of all, I've been following up on the expansion project from the start.

And as everyone knows,

Mr. Lin has a pretty bad impression of me.

So I want to take this opportunity to change how he sees me.

And maybe ease my guilty conscience a little.

Alright. You're on.

Thank you.

Number 26.

Hello, ma'am.

Is this the residence of Mr. Lin Yu Sen?

Yes, it is. You're from Mr. Lin's company, right?

He's waiting in the study. Please, come in.

Ma'am.

How's Mr. Lin feeling?

Is everything okay? What did the doctor say?

He's fine. It's nothing serious.

It just flared up an old injury.

The doctor says he should really rest up, so it can heal for good.

So for now, no more walking around, and he can't stand for too long.

He can't even walk?

Are my wishes really this powerful?

I wanted him out of the office, and he's gone.

And in such a brutal way.

Darn it.

Am I really about to face my "victim"?

Wait, maybe it's not a good time for me to go in?

Ma'am, would you mind just handing these documents to Mr. Lin for me?

I'll check with Mr. Lin.

Just a moment, young lady.

Who's there?

Mr. Lin, it's someone from your office.

A very pretty young lady.

She's here to drop off some documents for you.

Do you want her to come in,

or should I just bring them to you?

Let her in.

You can go on in. I'll go get you a glass of water.

Mr. Lin.

It's you.

No one else was available.

Ms. Chen, show her to the living room.

Of course.

Young lady, Mr. Lin said to bring the documents on this list over tomorrow.

I have to come back again tomorrow?

That's what Mr. Lin said.

Mr. Lin, here are the documents you asked for yesterday.

I'll wait outside.

Mr. Lin, I forgot my phone.

Would you mind if I read the magazines on the coffee table?

You wouldn't be interested.

They're all medical journals.

I see.

I'll wait outside, then.

Here, have some fruit.

Thank you, ma'am.

Mr. Lin subscribed to these magazines a long time ago.

He signed up for several years at once and never let the subscriptions lapse.

I brought them back from Shanghai,

though I'm not sure if he still reads them.

Mr. Lin must have been a very dedicated doctor.

He's been exceptionally bright and hardworking

since he was a child.

Everyone used to call him a genius.

It's such a pity.

Come here.

Mr. Lin, you wanted to see me?

Stay here in the study.

I'll have questions for you as I go.

Okay.

Ms. Chen is heading back to Shanghai tomorrow afternoon,

so you'll need to let yourself in.

I'll have her give you a spare key card before you leave.

Wait, what?

I'm just here to drop off some documents.

Why am I getting a key card?

Wouldn't that be... a little inappropriate?

Unless you expect me to get the door?

Of course not.

Wait a second.

If I have to come back tomorrow,

that'll be three days in a row at Mr. Lin's house.

My colleagues at the office...

Nie, Mr. Lin needs to sign this document.

And this one too. It's urgent, Xi Guang.

Tell him it needs to be done today.

Wait, why is everyone just handing everything to me?

Xi Guang, I'll keep it a secret, I promise.

Just tell me.

Is there something going on between you and Mr. Lin?

Mr. Lin, it's Nie Xi Guang. [Nie Xi Guang]

May I come in now?

Yes. [Mr. Lin]

Have a seat.

Mr. Lin, would you like some water?

Mr. Lin, it'll just be a few minutes.

There's no boiled water left, so I need to put some on.

I added some ice cubes from the fridge, so it's not too hot.

You can drink it now.

- Nie Xi Guang. - Yes.

Why do you feel so guilty?

W-What?

Your face gives you away.

I've felt your guilt since the very first day you came here.

Why is that?

I...

I didn't mean to curse you.

And how am I even supposed to answer that?

"I cursed you at the temple and then you got hurt"?

That sounds so superstitious.

Nie Xi Guang.

This is my second accident.

The first...

ended my career.

Your...

My left hand.

If this accident...

could trigger some long-forgotten memory in you...

I would be very happy.

Long-forgotten memory?

Mr. Lin, what are you talking about?

You can go now.

Leave the key card on the entryway table.

You don't need to come back anymore.

I'm just cooperating with the investigation.

I'm not a criminal, so show some respect.

Here.

Thank you.

What are these documents?

These are for Mr. Lin to sign tomorrow.

Mr. Zhang suggested that Mr. Lin should still review them,

so I'll leave them with you.

Mr. Wang, these are the documents for Mr. Lin.

He told me I'm not needed there anymore, so I'm leaving them here.

What happened?

You're not going tomorrow?

Mr. Lin said he doesn't need me to drop things off anymore.

Out of the blue? Why the sudden change?

Xi Guang, did you offend him again?

It seems so.

- What did you do this time? - I have no idea.

I've been racking my brain all the way here, finished my milk tea,

and still couldn't figure out how I offended him.

He won't be around for the next couple of days,

so I'm going to relax.

Once he's back, the overtime nightmare starts all over again.

Wang Qi, here are the documents.

Xi Guang, I was trying to reach you. Why didn't you pick up?

What?

I was dropping off documents for Mr. Lin, so I had my phone on silent.

Did you just get back?

Did you see Mr. Mo on your way in?

I did.

What's up with him? That didn't look good at all.

Well, I've got some massive news!

I'm treating you and Dan to a nice dinner at Jinji Lake tonight.

Yin Jie, you and Yu Hua should come along.

You know Mr. Mo's relative, the one who tried to snatch your dorm?

Well, he's finally toast.

- Cheers! - Cheers!

Qi Qi, tell us what happened.

Administration hasn't leaked a single word.

Mr. Mo was taken away.

I got word from Mr. Wu.

He knew how much grief they gave me last time.

Apparently, Shengyuan's internal audit uncovered something from way back,

when Mr. Mo was still with them.

Something about malpractice and taking kickbacks.

So people from HQ showed up and took him away.

Mr. Wu said they might have gone straight to the police.

Plainclothes officers came and hauled him off.

But whatever the case, he's most likely not coming back.

For us, this is sweet revenge.

It feels so good! Cheers!

- Cheers to that! - Come on!

I know I messed up that payment last time, and I take responsibility for that.

But they were trying to make Finance take the whole fall?

- That was way out of line. - Exactly.

That's just how Procurement rolls.

HQ took him away?

So it has nothing to do with our company?

When one falls, the rest follow.

He's definitely dirty.

An internal audit is coming for our company for sure.

When the auditors get here,

I'll give them my full cooperation and even volunteer for overtime.

My ex-ally is the real deal.

He made his move so fast.

Wait, what did you say?

You mean your ex-boyfriend?

Don't talk nonsense.

I've never been in a relationship.

I meant there's a NPC who's a total beast.

He crushed a "monster" that used to bully me in a game.

So even though his "quests" never give rewards,

I'm still gonna grind them out once he's back online.

Really?

[Ten Days Later]

- Morning, Mr. Lin. - Morning.

Mr. Lin, you're back.

- Morning, Mr. Lin. - Morning.

And here come the "quests".

Yin Jie, compile the review reports from all departments and bring them to my office.

Will do.

- I'll just leave this with you then. - Sure.

Why does it feel like I suddenly have nothing to do?

I'm dead meat.

Once he's done seeing her out, he's coming back to chew me out.

I'm sure you've all heard about the situation

regarding the former Head of Procurement.

The group is conducting a detailed investigation,

so I won't be making any definitive statements for now.

However, I hope everyone, including myself, can take this as a warning.

Next, please join me in welcoming the new additions to our leadership team.

Starting today, Ms. Chen will serve as the Head of Procurement.

She has spent over a decade in the PV industry

and is a true force to be reckoned with.

I appreciate the kind words, Mr. Zhang.

Let's stay in close touch.

Mr. Ding will take over as the Head of Engineering.

Wang Xin will be the Deputy Head of Procurement.

I look forward to our journey ahead

as we drive Shuangyuan's growth together for years to come.

Now, I'll turn the floor over to Mr. Lin

to walk us through the financing updates.

After several rounds of negotiation,

Yixin Trust will issue non-standard trust products

specifically to fund Shuangyuan's capacity expansion

and the commercialization of our PERC cell technology.

The Phase II expansion project has been stalled for some time now.

The civil engineering contractors and equipment suppliers

were all those handpicked by Procurement.

Mr. Ding, you're new here,

so get up to speed on this project as quickly as possible.

Inspect the civil works under construction

and the equipment delivered on-site.

Then, get me a detailed project progress schedule.

Deal with the vendors and contractors.

Fix them if you can.

If not, bring in new ones.

Understood. I'll get right on it.

Since Mr. Mo got hauled off by HQ,

we've had a total revolving door of executives, haven't we?

It's only natural.

A new boss always wants to bring in their own team.

Yin Jie, don't you think Mr. Lin has barely

given me any work since he's been back?

- Really? - Totally!

I've been so bored that I was reading gossip on my screen.

Then one day, he walked right past me

and I didn't even have time to close the window,

and he saw it. I thought I was dead meat.

But he acted like he didn't see a thing.

Nothing happened after that.

Isn't that a good thing?

See?

All those document runs paid off.

Your favorability is through the roof.

Really?

But I feel like he just can't be bothered with me anymore,

as if the favorability actually dropped.

What now then?

Try harder?

No way.

Who wouldn't love a life without overtime?

I finally feel like I'm actually living again.

Let's go.

Not at all.

This was all thanks to your invaluable help.

If you ever need anything in the future,

just say the word and I'll do whatever it takes.

Okay.

Alright.

Sure. We should get together more often.

Well then, I'll let you get back to work.

Zhuang Xu, I've looked over your report.

What, wasn't I clear enough about my position the other day?

With the PV industry struggling,

it's only natural for you to be cautious, Mr. Song.

Then why does your report claim

that subsidies and policies are gaining clarity,

and the outlook for new energy is so bullish?

Why the obsession with these positive indicators?

I also covered the U.S. AD/CVD, and the EU's follow-up protectionism.

The bullish and bearish factors are all objective.

Since you arranged for me to do a site visit in Suzhou,

it was my duty to provide a detailed, objective report for your assessment.

I didn't put much thought into the "why".

I just followed your lead to get the job done.

Then you went to survey a PV plant in Shanghai afterward?

Yes.

I was short on time in Suzhou and couldn't fit in an on-site inspection.

So I checked out a local company in Shanghai instead.

So young but willing to put in the real work without cutting corners.

Well done.

Zhuang Xu, how long have you been with us?

Six months.

Zhuang Xu.

You've got good luck.

It takes a team to succeed.

The company needs it, and so do I.

How would you like to join me in Investment Banking

and make a name for yourself?

[Drink Light]

Oh my goodness, Xu.

Are you really moving to Investment Banking?

I heard the pay is several times higher than in Loans.

It's about the same.

Was it because of that research report?

I should get some credit for that too. I really know my stuff.

Even as a freshman.

And countless reports before.

You helped me find a lot of data this time.

You get the top credit.

So, he's taking you to Investment Banking

because you actually put in the work

instead of trying to second-guess him like everyone else?

Despite his casual attitude, his requests are firm mandates.

I see.

This isn't officially set yet, so don't tell Mom.

Not even Mom or Rong?

Are you and Ye Rong in touch that often?

Every now and then.

She even sent me a birthday gift.

Didn't she tell you?

No.

Xu, don't you think it's time you got a girlfriend?

It's a bit sad that I'm the only one you have to share such great news with.

- Wait, unless you... - Stop imagining things.

Xu, I feel like you've changed a bit.

Have I?

Too late.

I should have changed sooner.

What did you say?

I said it's late.

Time to head home.

I knew my weight gain was all down to stress.

Now that Mr. Lin is off my back, the weight is just melting off.

I've officially reverted to my factory settings.

Ever since I got that fridge, I feel like I've actually put on weight.

Procurement just fired a bunch of people.

How is there still no vacancy in Building 1?

No clue.

Maybe the people they let go all live off-site.

You in the dorm?

I'm coming over to do a load of laundry.

Yeah, come on over.

Seriously?

You said you were in your room.

I forgot my key,

so I tricked you into coming so I'd have some company.

Locked out again?

That's the second time since you moved in.

- Yu Hua isn't here either? - No.

She's in Kunshan visiting a classmate, and who knows when she'll be back.

I went to Dorm Management for the spare key, but the office was empty.

Just my luck.

Is the balcony door unlocked?

It is, but Xi Guang,

don't tell me you're climbing again?

Don't. It's almost dark.

It's too dangerous.

Let's just wait until someone from Dorm Management shows up.

Who knows how long that'll take?

What if Yu Hua doesn't come back tonight?

Whatever. It's not like I haven't done this before.

Hi.

Mind if I use your balcony to climb over?

Room 2212 is locked out again.

Keep it down.

Room 2212 is locked out again.

Thanks.

Maybe we should wait a bit longer. It's too dangerous.

It's okay. I grew up in the countryside.

There's nothing I haven't climbed.

- Just be careful, okay? - Alright.

Who would've thought?

I made a special trip to Suzhou just to drop off this invitation.

And yet, not only did I have to track you down at the office,

you actually feed me at the cafeteria.

Prove that it was a "special trip".

Besides, who's the one rushing back to Shanghai with no time for a proper meal?

Don't you go twisting the facts now.

♫ A patch of heavy clouds above ♫

♫ That winding, twisting road we walk ♫

♫ Stopping and going countless times ♫

♫ Love feels less rushed that way ♫

♫ The rain from yesterday has finally cleared ♫

♫ And today the sunshine feels so warm and bright ♫

♫ I used to hide away in the corner ♫

♫ But now I long to follow close behind you ♫

♫ How much longer must I keep missing out? ♫

♫ When it's only you who makes my heart race ♫

♫ I've rushed through the endless crowd ♫

♫ I'm holding your hand at this moment ♫

♫ Clutching tight, with tender arms ♫

♫ I just want to keep your gentle smile ♫

♫ I've made it past the endless trials ♫

♫ I'm gazing into your eyes at this moment ♫

♫ No turning back or fear of winter's chill ♫

♫ The sunlight shines like you ♫

♫ And like me ♫

♫ Dreams realized, broken and gone ♫

♫ Nothing more than a dream all along ♫

♫ Wake up to the bright lights on the streets ♫

♫ I'm here by your side ♫

♫ The sky dimmed, deepened and died ♫

♫ Nothing more than some rain inside ♫

♫ Open the window to boundless blue skies ♫

♫ Side by side, just you and I ♫

♫ Side by side, just you and I ♫