Original subtitles

Do you believe?

Even in a different time

and a different dimension,

the one meant for you

will appear and protect you.

CHARITY NIGHT

Hey.

Mr. Li, it has been a while.

-Hello. -You look well.

Thank you.

Chu Yan, let me introduce you.

This is Wu Wei, a producer.

-Hello. -Hello.

This is Yuan Xiang, chairwoman of Wansheng Media.

-Nice to meet you. -Hello.

Allow me to introduce

one of our company's artists.

Her name is Xia Lin.

She's well-liked as a supporting actress

in the recent drama, Kindred Spirits.

Mr. Li, I am a big fan of your films.

I hope to work with you one day.

Certainly.

She's an ambitious young lady.

-That's good. -Mr. Ling!

-Mr. Ling! -Mr. Ling!

Where are you going?

Mr. Ling, let's talk.

-Mr. Ling! -Mr. Ling!

-Mr. Ling! -Chu Yan?

-We'll let you two talk. Please excuse us. -Mr. Ling!

Of course.

We'll see you later.

Who is that person?

No idea. Just some jerk.

I've never seen anyone get on your bad side.

What happened?

Nothing happened.

I don't know what you're talking about.

Chu Yan, come with me for a second. Mr. Wang wants to see you.

You should mingle on your own. I have to go.

Excuse me.

Zhen Baohui?

You appeared out of nowhere.

Did I?

You must be talking about yourself.

You're still as cryptic as ever.

I don't have spare time to decipher your words.

Look at your outdated outfit.

And that necklace.

Is it a rental?

I guess it suits you.

It's just as tawdry as you.

Right.

Weren't you just a two-bit actress two years ago?

You may have gained a bit of recognition,

but beneath it all,

you're just a worthless nobody.

Yes, I am a nobody

who pulled herself up in two years to the same level as you,

a talentless looker who cost the company big money to promote.

So who is more worthless?

You...

That's a nice speech,

but you should get off your high horse.

You're just relying on Chu Yan.

You wouldn't have any exposure without him.

Didn't he help you networking just now?

I see.

I was wondering

why you would bother being angry at a small fry like me.

So it's because of Chu Yan.

You can relax.

He and I were only a couple on the TV screen.

Your new project won't be affected.

Or could it be that you're interested in him in another way?

Excuse me. Which one of you requested soda water?

I'm so sorry, Mr. Ling!

It was an accident!

I'm so sorry!

My hand slipped.

I'm sorry.

I apologize.

Sorry.

I ducked so quickly that it splashed you instead.

I'm sorry.

Where did she go?

Wait!

I'm sorry.

Why did you follow me?

I wanted to apologize.

I was also at fault.

Your clothes are wet.

-Why don't-- -No, thanks.

Please, I'll feel guilty.

I didn't throw the drink at you, but I'm responsible for it as well.

What brand is your suit? I'll get you a new one.

That's not necessary. Thank you.

Sir.

Do I look familiar to you?

So cliché.

Come up with a better pick-up line, miss.

No, look.

How's this?

Do you recall anything?

What am I supposed to remember?

Miss, don't you think this is inappropriate?

Sorry.

Don't I look familiar to you at all?

Have we met before? Also...

Are you sure you want to come in?

Go ahead.

-Hello? -Boss.

Lingshi Group's recent defamation cases have been investigated.

It was indeed an inside job.

All right.

There are also words that they might make a move.

They won't just sit back.

Call an emergency meeting right away.

Yes, Boss.

And regarding her medical records...

Put that on hold.

Understood.

What's wrong?

Are you feeling unwell?

No, yesterday's nightmare came to mind.

I dreamed that I had leukemia.

You've had too much work lately and been under too much stress.

Listen to me.

This is a crucial period in your rise to stardom.

Don't fall sick on me.

I know, bossy manager of mine.

It's said that

the flap of a butterfly's wings in South America

could set off a tornado in Texas.

If not for Feifei's call two years ago,

I would probably still be an obscure two-bit actress.

Hello, Linlin?

Do you have free time right now?

Come for an audition for a role at Tianyi Media.

Really? I'm in the area.

I'll come by right away.

Boss, I've done as you asked.

Do you want to go home or to the office?

The office.

LING YIZHOU TANGLED WITH ACTRESS XIA LIN OUTSIDE THE MEN'S ROOM

XIA SHANSHAN NEEDS TO BACK OFF

XIA LIN ADMITS TO SCANDAL

NO COMMENT FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF LINGSHI GROUP

FAMOUS ACTRESS CAUGHT WITH A MAN

Linlin, wake up! It's an emergency.

Get up now!

What's the matter?

Get up!

Everybody is talking about you. You're in the limelight!

Isn't that good?

Why do you make it sound like a bad thing?

Look at the latest news.

That's a pretty nightgown!

Where did you buy it?

Get one for me too!

What's going on?

Why did I get so many calls from Chu Yan and Ms. Jiang?

Just take a look at what's trending on Weibo.

WEIBO SEARCH

TRENDING TOPICS

What are you doing?

You ruined the main couple's relationship and killed the female lead's brother

in yesterday's episode of Kindred Spirits.

Everybody is giving you a warning online.

Doesn't that mean everybody is impressed by my acting?

If only it were so simple.

Look at the third post.

LING YIZHOU TANGLED WITH ACTRESS XIA LIN OUTSIDE THE MEN'S ROOM

MY INNOCENT MR. LING HAS BEEN TAKEN DOWN BY XIA LIN

What is this?

I went after him because he looked familiar.

Why was it taken like this?

You don't know Ling Yizhou?

Then why were you two tangled together outside the men's room?

We weren't! We didn't do anything!

Don't tell me you don't know who he is.

Am I supposed to?

He's Ling Yizhou!

He's the chairman of Lingshi Group and the richest man in Gangdong.

The entire Asia trembles at the stamp of his foot.

He's also the ideal husband

for all women in Gangdong.

You must be exaggerating.

If he could do that to Asia,

he must be a 200kg fat guy.

You're just ignorant.

I'm not making things up.

Look.

Ling Yizhou, 29 years old.

Gangdong elite and Chairman of Lingshi Group.

Hello, Ms. Jiang.

My dear, you finally picked up my call.

Ms. Jiang, nothing is going on between me and Ling Yizhou.

The photo was just taken at a certain angle.

I understand. Don't panic.

We've already started writing up a statement.

Stay offline for a while.

Don't let the rumors affect you.

I have to get back to work. Take care.

Okay. I got it, Ms. Jiang.

Sorry for the trouble.

What the heck is this?

What?

They are all cursing you now.

They're digging out your pre-plastic surgery...

No, wait.

They are claiming you had plastic surgery.

There's also some cock-and-bull gossip.

They are saying you're promiscuous

and even stole your best friend's boyfriend!

It's so easy to spread rumors nowadays.

They'll say anything.

I would thank the heavens if you had a boyfriend.

Don't worry.

They just have nothing better to do,

but vent their frustrations online.

Everything will blow over once the company releases a statement.

You're so naive.

They don't care what you say.

They will trash-talk you regardless.

You should be careful.

If...

Hello, Chu Yan.

Xia Lin, what's going on between you and Ling Yizhou?

Nothing is going on.

-Don't worry. -Good.

I'm still on set.

We're filming in the mountains in a few days.

If anything comes up, contact Zhao.

He'll let me know.

Okay, just focus on your work.

I can handle this.

All right, enough.

Chu Yan cares quite a lot about you.

Talk about something else.

Linlin,

maybe you should go to the office.

Talk with Ms. Jiang about how you'll resolve this matter.

I'll go with you.

Jia Fei.

Why didn't you take your shoes off when you came in?

I was in a hurry.

Well, you can tidy up my place while you're here.

I'm heading to the office.

I'll be stealing your nightgown.

Yes, you're absolutely right.

-Okay. -Ms. Jiang, why was the contract canceled?

Mr. Liu,

you know Linlin by now.

This is a misunderstanding.

We'll be releasing a statement.

Rest assured.

This won't affect your new film.

All right, thank you.

What happened to the movie contract?

The producer wants to back out of the contract we signed last week.

It took a lot of persuading for him to reconsider.

Is the situation that dire?

Public opinion is a double-edged sword.

Place "female actress" and "rich man" in the same sentence

and imaginations will run wild.

When will we release our statement?

Come in.

Ms. Jiang, Xia Lin. Someone posted a video.

Public Relations is ready to publish a statement.

Now that there's a video, do we still release the statement?

Hold that off.

Contact several influencers and ask them to post about cyberbullying.

Compile a list of actors

who have been subjected to cyberbullying because of their roles as antagonists.

Highlight all of these topics.

Understood.

Please believe me. He and I didn't do anything.

It doesn't matter if I believe you or not.

When there were just photos, we could have blamed creative angling.

But now that there's a video, this is a real scandal.

Making a statement on our own will only backfire on us.

Those narrow-minded netizens will only believe what they see.

And with your unlikable role,

everybody will think you're just like your character

who would do anything to enter high society.

Is there anything I can do?

If we have to wait for this to die down,

will I be out of work for a long time?

Why don't I go to see him?

If we release a statement together, it will have more credibility.

That could work.

But it might be difficult to do right now.

Lingshi Group was exposed today for having their hotel customer data leaked.

With the addition of their chairman, Ling Yizhou's scandal,

Lingshi Group's stock took a nosedive today.

It's odd that they haven't made a statement.

So far,

Director of Information Security, Mark, has voluntarily resigned

and all other related personnel are being investigated.

-Excuse me, Mr. Ling. -Indeed...

Are these the only people being held accountable?

Mr. Jin, what are you implying?

What I mean is that

Lingshi Group is currently under your management.

This data leak

and your scandal with some unknown woman

-That's... -has caused our stock to plummet.

Don't you owe us an explanation?

-Ms. Jiang! Xia Lin! -What now?

This post has been shared over 200,000 times!

Someone must've dropped hints that this is Xia Lin's personal account.

-I didn't know I had a personal account. -It's trending in the top five!

Everyone, calm down.

Yuyuan, make a clarification using Xia Lin's official account.

Write a draft but don't post it yet.

-Get my approval first. -Yes.

Xue, use the company's account to share Xia Lin's post.

Post a formal explanation

and stress that we reserve the right to take legal action.

Susu, bring the legal team in on this.

The rest keep monitoring social media. Got it?

-Understood. -Got it.

Linlin, stay here. I have to head out.

Where are you going, Ms. Jiang? I'll come with you.

Stay here.

I'll handle this. Don't worry.

Rest assured.

The scandal is being taken care of.

It will be over soon.

This wasn't simply an external attack.

An investigative report will be prepared and sent out

to answer all of your questions.

I want to stress that

Lingshi Group grows under everyone's attention.

An incident like this

doesn't have to be a crisis for Lingshi Group.

It could be a turning point.

It has given us the chance to see who are the trustworthy ones.

This is prompting crisis management.

We'll be waiting for your report.

-Okay. -Good.

If there are no other issues,

this shareholders' meeting will be adjourned.

Wen Li.

We can take action when the time comes.

-Yes. -Agreed.

Look at this.

NO. 1, XIA LIN ACKNOWLEDGES SCANDAL

NO. 2, LINGSHI GROUP CUSTOMER DATA LEAK

NO. 4, NO COMMENT FROM LINGSHI GROUP'S CHAIRMAN

NO. 5, LING YIZHOU TANGLED WITH ACTRESS XIA LIN OUTSIDE THE MEN'S ROOM

How are things?

Commercial Affairs told me the advertiser wants a new spokesperson

because you currently don't fit their pure and innocent brand image.

We're still negotiating with them.

Is it the beverage deal that we signed yesterday?

That's the one.

Isn't it for lemon soda?

How are they affected?

Advertisers care more about their spokesperson's public image.

There goes another one.

No, I can't just let this happen.

I have to see Ling Yizhou.

Thank you.

Mr. Ling is in a meeting. Please wait here.

-Of course. -I have to get back to work.

Let me know if you need anything.

Okay, thank you.

Let's be patient.

I understand. Thank you.

Yes, we're handling it right now.

I see.

I'm sorry for the trouble. Let's work together another time.

Hey.

Another endorsement was dropped.

I don't care about that.

I'm more afraid that I'll lose acting roles.

You don't have to worry about that.

Since Mr. Ling has agreed to meet with us, he should know why we're here.

The situation will improve once things have been clarified.

I'm very sorry.

I was just informed that

Mr. Ling has to leave for a last-minute site inspection.

I'm afraid--

Can I meet him there?

I just have a few words to say. I won't take up much of his time.

I'm sorry, Ms. Xia.

Mr. Ling's schedule is packed.

He doesn't have time today.

-But I-- -All right.

Since Mr. Ling is busy, we won't bother him.

Can we come back tomorrow?

Sure, I'll confirm a time with his assistant, Mr. Wen.

Have a good day.

Thank you. Let's go.

Bye.

Come on.

We'll come back tomorrow.

How did your meeting with Mr. Ling go today?

Don't ask.

I waited all afternoon and didn't even see a glimpse of him.

You didn't see him?

The media is outrageous.

What is it?

GOLD DIGGER DREAMS SHATTERED. WAS XIA LIN DUMPED?

Are you kidding me?

Linlin, it's important to stay calm.

Have you forgotten who you are?

You're the actress, Xia Lin.

You're going to be the future best actress.

Use your acting skills to appeal to his emotions.

"Mr. Ling.

You are my last resort.

I'm sure

you won't leave me in the lurch."

Forget about it.

If I do that, I will be thrown out by security.

However, there's one thing you're right about.

What?

I'm sure I can convince Ling Yizhou.

Convince?

Mind out of the gutter!

I won't allow these fictitious rumors to destroy my career.

And my image.

Now that's the Xia Lin I know.

And right, your image.

Don't waste this.

I did some digging on Mr. Ling on gossip forums last night

and found out that he practices fencing at a private club on his days off.

Hey, Linlin.

Don't you think

that the other guy

looks familiar?

Does he? I don't think so.

Have you been stuck at home, writing scripts for too long?

They are taking a break.

-Go on and do some convincing. -Quit it.

He left me waiting for so long.

People are saying

my gold digger dreams have been shattered.

I won't let him off easy.

So what's your plan?

Just wait and see.

You're getting worse.

Let's go again after a break.

Boss!

You already won. Don't rub it in.

When will I get a raise?

Do you want a raise?

No.

It's no big deal. Be honest.

I'll give you a raise after you beat me.

Boss, that's the 17th time you've said that.

Is it?

I'm serious this time.

Win and you get a raise.

I'm going to the restroom.

Are you done yet?

Almost.

This fencing outfit is so difficult to put on.

Weren't you bragging about being an excellent fencer?

Why are you having trouble putting on the outfit?

I had three months of special training in fencing for a role.

But that was three years ago.

Acting isn't real life.

As an actress,

shouldn't you take up sophisticated sports

and join high-end clubs to promote yourself?

Well, it's too late now.

Here's what I think.

You're better off doing some special convincing...

Hello.

This is a private club.

How did you get in?

I'm a special correspondent

invited by Mr. Ling.

I'm writing a report to explain that scandal with the actress.

Really?

Why didn't I know about this?

Why would you?

Mr. Ling invited me himself.

Why do you look

so familiar?

Which newspaper do you work for?

Please show me your credentials.

Nice try.

Hey, stop!

Stop right there!

Hey!

Stop running!

Hey!

Hey!

Stop!

Hey!

Stop!

Ms. Xia, you lost.

Ling Yizhou, you already knew it was me! Why didn't you say anything?

You seemed furious at me.

I gave you a chance to take it out on me.

You knew I was waiting for you at your office.

Why did you avoid me?

Ms. Xia, don't you need something from me?

Have you forgotten who you are?

You're the actress, Xia Lin.

You're going to be the future best actress.

Use your acting skills to appeal to his emotions.

Mr. Ling,

I'm sorry for showing up so suddenly.

I didn't know what else to do.

Did you see the news a few days ago?

What news?

Do you mean

the restroom incident?

I didn't pay anyone to get the attention and I didn't take the photos.

I didn't suspect you.

I'm glad you didn't get the wrong idea.

To be honest, this has a huge negative impact on me.

I know you're busy with many important matters

and this gossip must be trivial to you.

But it's fatal for me.

It's causing a lot of inconveniences for me

and I've lost many jobs.

Moving forward, I'll have to live with this undeserved notoriety.

Given my current reputation, nobody will believe my explanation.

That's why I'm here to see you.

Mr. Ling.

Please help me.

-Please? -Sure.

Really?

Thank you so much.

Let's discuss our next steps.

You don't have to worry about a thing.

Lingshi Group has an excellent PR team.

They will work out the best solution.

You just need to be prepared for the press conference.

Okay, you have my full cooperation.

Tell me what to do.

Do you see my pocket?

Take out the item that is inside.

Got it.

Put it on for me.

Okay.

Stop running!

Hey!

Hey!

-Hello, Boss? -Wen Li, where are you?

Why aren't you back yet?

-I'm working off my excess energy. -You...

Arrange a press conference at 7 p.m. tonight.

I want all media outlets to attend.

Understand?

Yes, I'll arrange it right away.

Ms. Xia, it's done.

Did you really make the call or is this a trick?

Tonight at 7 p.m. Press conference.

Tonight? So soon?

-Isn't that better? -That's not it.

Isn't it a bit sudden?

At least let me get changed first.

I'll take care of your appearance.

You'll have the best styling team.

Thank you, Mr. Ling.

Is this also a part of fencing etiquette?

I'm kidding.

But...

I'm amused by your naiveness.

It's done!

Running two kilometers was worth it.

Linlin.

You're amazing.

How did you convince Ling Yizhou?

With my acting skills, of course.

What a coincidence.

Does the stylist like to match outfits?

-This is good. -Okay.

Wait. Shouldn't I take a look?

Ms. Xia, didn't you promise me your full cooperation?

I'll do the talking.

As an actress, you should be able to improvise, right?

Of course.

Boss, it's almost time.

Ms. Xia, your purse.

I get a purse too?

To complete your look.

Thank you.

After you.

-There they are. -They are coming.

-Look. -They are here.

-Take photos. -They are here.

-Okay. -Take photos.

Good evening, everybody.

Thank you for attending Lingshi Group's press conference.

We will be making a statement

to clarify the false reports

regarding Mr. Ling Yizhou and Ms. Xia Lin.

Xia Lin, is there a monetary transaction between you and Ling Yizhou?

Is it a carnal or romantic relationship?

Were you the one who leaked the photo?

Was Mr. Ling aware of this?

Xia Lin, you've maintained an innocent image since your debut,

but you've been caught making out.

Was it just a facade?

Xia Lin, it's said that you seduced Ling Yizhou to get ahead.

Is that true?

Why have you been frequenting Lingshi Group's office?

To take advantage of their influence?

Does acting your duplicitous character come naturally to you?

Please allow me to say a few words.

There have been recent reports saying that Xia Lin and I are dating.

I just want to say that

these reports are wrong.

Because Xia Lin and I

are already engaged.

-Engaged? Seriously? -Really?

-This is huge. -Right.

-Exactly. -Since when? We had no idea.

-Right? -Is it because they can't hide it anymore?

Let them finish first.

-Let's hear them out. -Be quiet.

-Due to her profession, -It's true.

she hasn't been able to wear her engagement ring in public.

-Really? -Mumu?

-Mumu, where's the ring? -Really?

-Ring? -I have no idea...

-For real? -Is it true?

-It's true. -Do you believe it?

-It's true. -My goodness.

They really are engaged.

-My goodness. -It's true.

-Right? -What a match.

-Quickly. -Take photos.

Okay.

-Move forward. -Take photos.

What's done is done.

Mumu has been my fiancée for some time now.

When did you two start dating?

How long has it been?

When do you plan on getting married?

Mumu and I are dating normally.

We didn't want to reveal our relationship,

but there has been a lot of unpleasant media attention.

Some people are even judging her by her acting role

and this is bringing great damage to her.

That is why we decided to break our silence.

If anybody makes slanderous statements or hurts Mumu,

I won't hesitate to pursue legal action.

-Thank you. -How about a photo now?

Come on.

Please look this way.

-Over here, please. -Who are you calling Mumu?

-Stand closer. -It's just acting.

Look at the center.

How did you two meet?

Can you reveal some details?

Look this way. Thank you.

-Look here. -How did you two meet?

-Please move back a bit. -Forward, please.

Look this way, please.

Wen Li.

Yes?

Give this purse to Ms. Xia.

Yes, Boss.

I do.

This is to make us seem more like a real couple.

LING

Don't you need to get into character?

"Xia's Baby Zhou"?

Interesting name.

What's the name you entered for me?

Ling's Mumu.

Even runners are faster than us.

The cars behind us keep flashing their headlights.

Can't you speed up a little?

Mumu, do you like men who drive fast?

Subtitle translation by Renee Luk