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BASED ON THE NOVEL EVERYONE LOVES ME BY QIAO YAO

I'll go home after I get a document.

Why did you turn off the lights?

As soon as he came in, I turned off the lights out of nerves.

It'll be hard to explain ourselves now.

It's fine. Wei Han is tight-lipped.

Has your mom replied to you?

YUE QIANLING

I've messaged her all day.

No reply.

GU XUN

Forget it.

I ordered some food.

Shall we eat together?

It's fine. I'm not hungry.

You eat first.

GU XUN

MRS. GU

HI, MRS. GU.

Mrs. Gu, I've broken up with Gu Xun.

Judging by her temper,

will she beat me up?

Who is it?

It can't be...

-Qianling. -Mrs. Gu.

What is it?

-Let's talk inside. -What's with you?

What happened?

You were both doing fine yesterday.

Why did you suddenly break up with him?

Was he bullying you?

-Tell me. -That's right.

How did he bully you?

He...

It's because...

It's because he thinks work is more important than me.

He's always working.

We made a promise

to have dinner together.

But he worked overtime

every day after work.

Then I waited for him.

He stood me up a few times.

I've waited so long that my stomach hurts.

Then I ended up eating instant noodles and fast food.

Mrs. Gu,

I've never liked instant food such as instant noodles.

Mrs. Gu, you have to help me.

There, there. Such a pity.

What do I do?

Mrs. Gu?

Well...

It looks like

eating instant noodles

has nothing to do with Gu Xun's overtime.

Mrs. Gu.

Mrs. Gu.

I'm sorry. I was wrong.

I shouldn't have lied to you.

But think about it. You're already here.

Why not meet Gu Xun for a few moments?

Forgive him, please, Mrs. Gu?

What do you think?

Mrs. Gu.

Mom.

Let me show you something.

If you still disagree after looking at it,

I'll promise you

I'll stop making games.

This is Dad's journal when he was alive.

In it, he had noted down

a character based on himself,

Xiaolin.

You'll understand once you see it.

THERE IS NOT A MOMENT WHEN I DON'T THINK

OF THE HAPPY DAYS THE THREE OF US SPENT TOGETHER AS A FAMILY

I keep thinking

about what kind of ending I should give Xiaolin.

He had a loving wife

and a cute son.

But for his dreams,

he neglected his family.

He knew it was hard to pursue his dream.

But he never thought

it would be that hard.

All he thinks about is success.

Once he succeeds,

-his family will have a good life. -Mom,

why isn't Dad back yet?

We'll celebrate on our own.

Come.

I'm home.

Look at what I bought.

Gu Xun?

Gu Xun...

Later on,

things were finally looking up.

But he forever lost

the most precious things in life.

DIVORCE AGREEMENT

As he looked back at his life,

he realized the greatest regret in his life

was not being by his family's side

when they needed him

the most.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

I see.

Just like your dad,

you love this career.

Still, don't forget

how he left us behind in this world.

He overworked himself to death.

If anything happens to you,

how am I meant to carry on living alone?

Mom.

I still have to look after you and Qianling.

I'll take care of myself.

Yes, Mrs. Gu.

I'll look after Gu Xun.

Anyway, you're all grown up.

You won't listen to whatever I say.

I can't control you.

Mom, I'll drive you back.

-No need. -Mrs. Gu.

She's still angry.

What do we do?

I know my mom's personality.

She didn't force me to swear an oath.

That counts as partial forgiveness.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

While the show is good,

watching 11 episodes in one go is way too tiring.

It's already dark outside.

I'm too tired to walk home.

Why are you looking at me?

Look at the television.

Am I that nice to look at?

Very nice.

Why am I so nervous?

I've decided

to sell the shares to Walter Games.

They've clearly told me

they would buy all the shares I have.

I've been with you two

for many years.

I'm doing this for your sake.

After all, at this time,

there aren't many chances for share realization.

This is

the price they offered.

Look.

This price

is very fair indeed.

There's no reason

not to take a profitable deal.

Still, I'm not an individual shareholder like you two.

I'll have to discuss this

with my colleagues at the office.

Very well.

Mr. Zhao,

I know

that you always support Stella.

But as you can see,

she's clearly fooling around.

If the triple-A game doesn't release,

the shares we hold

are worthless.

Don't rush just yet.

Think about it.

You're a smart man.

Mr. Zhao, a toast.

Mr. Zhao,

come on.

Did I forget something today?

What did you forget?

You forgot to hold hands.

Camera.

May all lovers be united in marriage.

You two...

Congratulations.

Well, I'm heading up first.

Only Su Zheng saw us.

He's not the type to gossip.

It shouldn't be a big problem.

Jiang Junnan and Chen Xinyi

-are actually together now. -Wait.

Are you for real?

It's true.

Why would I lie to you?

I'll check if they're coming.

No, let's wait.

-I want to check. -They're still not here?

-No. -Don't rush.

Why are you all here?

What a coincidence.

What were you talking about?

We were just talking

about how we now have a second couple

in the Ninth Business Unit.

Who are they?

Jiang Junnan.

-Chen Xinyi. -Chen Xinyi.

How can it be? It's impossible. You must be mistaken.

-It's true. -It's true.

I saw them myself last night.

They had the lights off

while in the office

and they were in each other's arms.

You mentioned they're the second couple.

The first couple would be...

-You two. -You two.

How...

How did you find out?

Mr. Gu.

You're both here.

Are you here for coffee?

Who wouldn't figure it out?

-Jiang Junnan is out. -Let's go.

Let's go. I'm off.

We've been pretending so hard for the past few days.

Just what were we doing?

At least,

it was exciting.

That's a good point.

What?

Are you dating Chen Xinyi?

No.

Who said that?

Wei Han said he saw you two yesterday in the office, in each other's arms.

He spread rumors recklessly.

I'm a guy. I'm fine.

It's not good for the girl.

Jiang Junnan,

something's off about you.

Not only have you not immediately distanced yourself from her,

but you also care about her feelings.

Do you like her?

No, I...

What's the point of me liking her?

She's already moved on.

Well, I was the one who was slow to realize it.

I have one word for you.

Karma.

What a jerk.

Wei Han.

Stop right there.

Stop right there.

Stop right there.

Stop!

Mr. Zhao, Mr. Li and Mr. Wang were walking toward the meeting room.

What day is it? Why are all three of them here?

As expected, Mr. Wang is the most powerful.

Someone was carrying his bag for him.

The strangest thing is

the people from Walter Games are here.

Walter Games is here?

Why would they be here?

Walter Games is willing to give opportunities to the young.

What do you think about it?

We support that.

Stella, hello.

Hello.

I represent Walter Games

to discuss with you regarding the purchase of HC Interactive.

Purchase?

We don't need or plan for that.

MR. WANG, 30% EQUITY IN HC GAME

MR. ZHAO, 21% EQUITY IN HC GAME

MR. LI, 15% EQUITY IN HC GAME

Could it be that they have...

Excuse me.

Please step out for a moment.

We're about to start an internal board meeting.

Excuse me.

I'm not here to discuss the prospects

but to notify you of the purchase.

I'll repeat myself.

Please step out for a moment.

See you later.

Gentlemen,

in the next three to five years,

the company will find breakthrough growth.

Can I get you to reconsider?

Three to five years?

If we're lucky,

the triple-A game

might be released.

However, just how much profit it will bring in

is an answer no one has right now.

What if the game is a loss?

Stella,

don't say anymore.

I've already decided.

Deding Innovations Capital

has already made a decision

to sell off to Walter Games.

Mr. Zhao,

you've always supported me.

Yes.

I've always supported you.

But...

this is a serious matter.

Please let me think about it,

okay?

I have to go.

Excuse me.

CONTACT

Did you hear? The directors are going to sell their shares.

What do we do now?

Where are you going?

I'm thinking of a plan.

Let's discuss this.

Mr. Jiang, here.

The Love Broker 3,0: The Shining Warm Winter Pact

has started, right?

How far has the team gotten in test packaging the update?

We're all ready, Mr. Jiang.

Still, at the moment, Walter Games is going to purchase HC Interactive.

Should we push back the patch date?

We haven't announced it anyway.

What do you mean?

A major update to the game

will lead to a drastic increase in profits.

If we give the profits

to Walter Games as a welcoming gift,

then your position is secured.

Shall I let the team know then?

Mr. Gu,

you're here. Please sit.

Make yourself at home.

Mr. Gu.

Isn't it very interesting?

You insisted on going to HC Game before.

But after all that fuss,

Walter Games ends up buying over HC Game.

I'll get to the point.

After you purchase HC Game,

what are your plans for Hero's Path?

I don't like it when you say that.

I'll be honest.

We want to buy HC Game

mainly because we like you.

So whatever happens to Hero's Path in the future

is still your decision.

Still, we think

that many elements in the game

can be swapped out.

For example?

For example,

Xiaolin, that NPC at the start.

We don't think it's good for him to hold a conch.

It should be changed to a magic staff or tome.

Also, the main character isn't well-designed.

We want the main character to not belong to any factions

and be a wandering hero.

That needs to be changed.

Of course,

how the change happens

still depends on you.

If the one you want is me

and this game,

don't you think you're going through a lot of trouble

by buying over HC Game?

We have no choice.

You're too hard to hire.

Our boss thinks you're a little too quirky.

We failed to hire you twice.

So we decided to just buy HC Game

and be your boss.

Actually, you could have bought me over.

However, that depends on how much you're willing to pay.

Why the sudden change of mind, Mr. Gu?

What's really important to me

is to finish the game.

As for who invested in it and how much,

I see no big difference.

It's all negotiable.

All negotiable.

I only have one request.

Tell me.

I signed a non-compete agreement when I was hired.

If I have to leave halfway through,

I'll have to pay back all expenses incurred.

When I joined them, I was very unhappy with the agreement.

Still, I had to sign it to create the game.

Walter Games can pay your breakup fee.

I have another request.

I need a profit share clause.

Even so,

the total cost of purchasing me

is only 10% of buying HC Game.

It's a great deal.

In that case,

we can retract the notice for purchasing HC Game.

Wise move.

Very well.

List out the names of those you'll be bringing over.

I've misjudged you.

All this time, HC Game has fully supported you.

Now that we're in trouble,

you're the first to jump ship.

My goal has always been to finish the game.

The finances, connections and manpower of Walter Games

are greater than HC Game's.

If Walter Games can give me a better deal,

why shouldn't I go?

You're too selfish!

I've always supported you, backing up the Ninth Business Unit

and fighting to give you more time and resources.

How could you do this to me?

How can you do this to the team?

How can you do this to your dream?

What you're doing

-I think there's a misunderstanding. -is something you'll regret later.

Mr. Gu is not that kind of man.

Indeed.

Even if he just wants to complete the game,

I think it's a little extreme.

Don't jump to conclusions.

Let's wait.

Gu Xun,

I always thought we were true partners.

I'm doing all of this for Hero's Path.

I've already made up my mind.

This is just a notice.

DEPARTMENT: THE NINTH BUSINESS UNIT NAME: GU XUN

Fine.

I have an announcement to make.

I've decided to bring the Ninth Business Unit and Hero's Path

over to Walter Games.

To Walter Games?

Chief designer,

the request to change the conch to a magical scepter

is one I can't fulfill

or understand.

Are you really sure?

Does Lin Zhi's design need to incorporate Western elements too?

Yes.

What about the combat?

Do we need to tweak it to be like that of ninjas, knights,

-special forces... -I hope you can get the picture.

After this,

I'll talk to all of you.

What can't you understand about that request? I'll teach you.

Boss,

we're now changing the game's theme.

We have wasted so much time and energy

in creating a world based on the Eastern art style.

Now?

We're suddenly changing the core of the game to Western.

I just can't accept it.

Those who are capable can go anywhere.

I won't go to Walter Games.

She's right.

Before this...

Yes,

I was here for Mr. Gu.

The heart of the team has changed now.

The Ninth Business Unit is not what it was before.

Boss,

are you going with Mr. Gu?

While I don't quite agree with Mr. Gu's decision,

this one time

is the last chance I'm giving myself to make a triple-A game.

As long as we can complete it,

nothing else is important.

Jiang Junnan.

Don't be so serious.

Tell me. What is it?

I wanted to ask

if we can change Mr. Gu's mind.

Everyone still wants to try and save this.

Xinyi,

saving this is something I've thought of too.

It's impossible.

Will you support Mr. Gu

unconditionally?

Yes.

Why did I even ask you?

You were going with him anyway.

Xinyi,

did you know?

When I was a kid, I was just a bespectacled nerd

who only studied and revised.

I was especially timid.

Ever since I met Gu Xun,

I understood what it's like to have a dream.

I once swore

that as long as Gu Xun needs me,

I'll never leave him.

Now, he has planned out the project's future.

I have no better solution.

I can only trust him

and work with him.

Also,

without Gu Xun,

I can't develop a triple-A game on my own.

I know my own limits.

There's no way I can do better than what I've done.

After all,

you're doing this for your own career.

All these employees...

We've worked so hard together for so long.

You know that well.

Did you ever care?

Mr. Gu, Mr. Jiang, I'll be leaving now.

It's just the two of us now.

Ask away.

Gu Xun,

while you've made up your mind,

I still want to say

that your decision

has not only hurt our colleagues at the Ninth Business Unit

but has also betrayed your original vision.

Is this really what you want?

What you feel for Hero's Path

is deeper than what we feel.

Think about your Dad.

Think about your co-workers at the Ninth Business Unit.

A thousand foes won't bend my will.

Reconsider it, okay?

I'll drop you off at work.

-Morning, Qianling. -Morning.

-I bought you coffee. -Thank you.

You still have to eat breakfast.

Who would want your breakfast?

WALTER GAMES EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

PARTY A: WALTER GAMES, PARTY B: GU XUN

Jiang Junnan.

Stupid Jiang Junnan.

He's always bullying me.

Xinyi,

didn't you once swear

that you'll never drink again?

All vows sworn for a stupid man

are now canceled.

Why was I so blind to have liked a man like him?

He only cares about money and his career.

He feels nothing for HC Game.

Cheers.

You're doing okay.

You and Jiang Junnan

aren't together yet.

Think about it.

What am I to do?

I can't bear to break up with him.

Still, there's no way

I can treat him the same now.

If you were to say he's wrong,

then he's actually doing it for the team's sake.

It's as if I am the one

who doesn't care about the big picture.

I'm still upset.

He's no longer

the perfect Gu Xun I love.

What do I do, Xinyi?

Cheers.

Drink up.

Give us two more.

Verification failed.

Verification failed.

You...

Stupid door.

You're bullying me too, aren't you?

I want to go home.

Is anyone there?

-Is anyone there? -Qianling.

Is anyone there? I want to go home.

-Qianling, what is it? -Is anyone there? I want to go home.

It's none of your business.

Why did you get so drunk?

-Is anyone there? I want to go home. -I'll carry it for you.

Open the door for me.

I'll open it for you.

Gu Xun?

You stupid, stinky, evil man.

-I hate you. -Slow down.

Why did you do this?

Do you know how upset it makes me?

-Let me go. I want to go home. -I'll help you grab it.

-I'll help you. -Open the door.

Qianling.

Don't puke here.

Slowly. Let's go to my place.

You're so drunk.

Careful.

Here.

Do you feel better?

Are you better now?

Don't touch me. Go away.

Come.

Sit here.

I'll do it myself.

Sleep.

Here, wash it down with some water.

Thank you.

It's not alcohol. I don't want it.

Go away. I want to sleep.

Come. I'll help you in the room.

You'll catch a cold here.

You stink.

Stink?

You smell like Gu Xun.

It stinks. Goodness.

I need to sleep now.

It's too stinky.

Smell like Gu Xun?