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♪The gentle breeze sweeps by♪

♪As the starlit sky shines bright♪

♪Our dreams glow with fiery light♪

♪In this world♪

♪We agree to take the challenge together♪

♪Never looking back, without letting us down♪

♪Stars fall into the endless ocean♪

♪We'll find the days gone by♪

♪Sharing joy alike♪

♪Standing strong through the strife♪

♪Vows, clear as day and bright♪

♪Every day, we laugh and bicker, shout and fight♪

♪Running through the streets and alleyways♪

♪Every time, you're there by my side♪

♪My shoulder's always there to shield you from storms♪

♪If you cry and feel the sadness inside♪

♪I'll give it all to roam by your side♪

♪Like the closest friend in stride♪

♪But somehow, it feels more, undefined♪

♪Stars dream of returning to the sea♪

♪Fulfilling them, like our promises alight♪

♪Riding on a white horse once more♪

♪Reappearing by your side♪

♪To be your guiding light♪

=You Are My Lover Friend=

=Episode 4= =Are People the Same as Before?=

(Bella 4)

Meng and Bella's live stream popularity

has always been in the Top 3 during this time.

This time, it dropped out of the Top 10.

The sales for Fengrun Food barely

reached half of the signed minimum.

- Mr. Feng. - Fengrun wants

to halt annual cooperation.

Get me a cup of coffee.

The top seller for Fengrun,

Peng Bobo and Yoyo.

Which company are they from?

I've never heard of them.

It's called Youbei.

A new company.

It's recently entered the food market.

That Peng Bobo

and Yoyo were always

outside the top thirty

but have recently surged.

Yue Ya and Youbei

have signed a contract.

Which company is Youbei?

Who is Yoyo?

I haven't heard of any of this.

Come on, everyone, listen to me.

Yi Xiu has the biggest discount

(Bella) for Fengrun.

If you don't believe it, challenge me.

It's right here.

(Meng) What Youbei and Peng Bobo?

What 60% off?

If you keep posting these,

you'll be kicked out.

I'm saying this.

It's impossible.

You can go check it out.

Betraying us. Interesting.

Should we notify HR?

(Jiang Shiyan)

Hello?

I know. Don't worry.

Mr. Jiang means

to keep it low-key.

Okay.

Since Jiujing Investment's acquisition,

in the first three quarters,

(Jiujiang Group) the net profit is

293 million.

A year-on-year growth of 117%.

(Wei Changqiu, Chairman) This net profit

has increased by 98%.

Our joint loan agreement

with Pengxing, Huishang,

and Jiansheng banks

is now

in the final stages.

The groundwork has been well laid,

but we can't slack off

on the follow-up work.

The joint loan is our stepping stone.

We mustn't forget

why we started this.

The loan for Linjiang Phase I

is 2.1 billion.

We're always pressured.

We can't let this loan

tie up our funds,

so we need to activate our capital.

Keep a close eye on Huishang.

Understood.

Everyone knows my relationship

with Gan Yiming.

My influence is very limited.

So, Mr. Zhou, it'll trouble you.

Sure.

They've just transferred a new deputy director

to the audit division.

Seems to be appointed by headquarters.

Her name is Tang Yang.

Ms. Wei,

Tang Yang is my junior.

You can trust her.

Ms. Tang,

the cases from yesterday

are all recorded.

Here are the special cases.

Here are the regular ones.

I've screened the special ones for you.

I've left the ones for you on your desk.

Some cases

have been returned

and then resubmitted,

so I removed those directly.

Working with credit auditing

isn't like working with tech

and investments.

We deal with a lot of miscellaneous cases.

Now it's a lifetime thing.

We're not keen

on those leftover cases,

let alone you.

I still need to take a look,

so please help me

retrieve them.

Okay.

But I did it quickly.

Maybe it's gone to the client.

Some branches are more efficient,

so they may have gone to the clients,

while others might

take another day or two.

Alright, thank you.

No problem.

I'm new here.

I don't know many things here.

I just want to get familiar

with everything.

Sorry.

Thanks for your help, though.

Oh, don't mention it.

I overstepped it.

If there's nothing else,

I'll take my leave.

Linlang,

I just looked at your profile.

It seems I'm a bit older than you.

You can just call me Yang

since we'll be

working together a lot.

Okay.

You have a cold?

Director Gan.

I caught a chill last night.

Let me have a look.

Your hands are so cold.

No, no, no.

If it's nothing, I'll leave.

Thanks, Director Gan.

Director Gan.

I'm having lunch.

Eating this late?

Yeah, I organized the documents.

Any thoughts?

I remember your cases.

We can discuss them.

There's actually a microloan.

The applicant is Zhang Zhilan,

who runs a snack shop.

She's a single mother

with two kids

and her mother-in-law,

but her family's annual income

is under 100,000.

Her house is appraised at 90,000,

but she's applying

for a loan of 600,000,

which exceeds by nearly 6 times.

That's not feasible.

It can't be done.

This case just

came to me.

It's a filler case

from the branch,

refused and resubmitted again,

with all sorts of purposes,

like business expansion

and equipment repairs.

It's been back and forth

for nearly half a year.

You can just return it.

Have we done a site visit?

This can't go on like this.

Our division

is a business department.

We're short-staffed with heavy workloads,

so our limited energy

should go to useful places.

That's true.

Drink more water.

Thanks, Director Gan.

Okay.

For two and three,

if I play this one

and get this one...

I'll play this one.

I was really foolish.

Back then,

I could've played Two of Bamboo

and gotten a flush.

I would've won.

(Thoughts now; Post) How could I play

(Pumpkin's paintings.) those?

(I heard he's having an exhibition.) I played terribly.

(I wonder if I can) Whatever.

(to collect a piece.) Winning is good.

But I didn't win.

Not only that,

I screwed up here.

Character of Eight helped others.

What do you think? Am I silly?

No worries. I'll reimburse you.

It's not just about that.

My technique and mindset

is too green.

I'll reflect on that too.

You can't deny it.

Your Aunt Yi is really

good at this.

She often sings that song.

What's it called?

♪One step forward is a big win♪

♪One step back is a small win♪

(Sudden news) She has a flair for this.

("Yi Xiu Wins") I'll learn from her

(Many Honors) to keep up.

(WeChat; Just now: 1 unread message from Tang Yang)

(Tang Yang) Congratulations.

Let me take a look at the trophy.

(Jiang Shiyan) Ten yuan to look.

Two hundred to touch.

(Tang Yang; Waits for a response)

Good evening, Mr. Jiang.

Good evening, Ms. Tang.

Hello, Jiang.

Good evening, Ms. Zhou.

Can I take a look at your trophy?

What does it look like?

Shouldn't you see me first?

To express how you miss your friend.

I saw you. I'm looking at you now.

Show me the trophy now.

Jiang, you won an award.

Let me see your trophy too.

Quick, quick.

Ms. Zhou, it's here.

This is for Top Ten

Emerging Internet Companies.

This is for Top Ten Business Models.

- Impressive. - This award from Wealth List

is quite prestigious.

Keep it up.

Ms. Zhou, I'm feeling shy.

So impressive.

I need to analyze this well.

Gotta keep pushing in Mahjong.

How many days for the business trip?

I have a banquet to attend later.

I'll meet two groups tomorrow.

Back the day after.

The day after?

I ordered some

dried tangerine peel for my mom.

Do you need some?

Thanks, Yang.

See you at Alley Hotpot.

No problem.

By the way,

any blind dates lately?

Absolutely no way.

It's just too exhausting.

The pressure is too much.

My hair is falling out

in clumps.

And Director Gan

in our division

never speaks clearly,

always making me guess.

More blind dates

will make me bald.

I'll think about it

at least after the new year.

The spirit of the contract

is fundamental to life.

You promised me

at least once a month

for no less than four hours.

During times like this,

I'm especially grateful.

Ms. Zhou wrote

a 100,000-word thesis

after reading "Du Contrat Social",

while my mom

fell asleep once she

saw that book.

Yang,

in front of the erudite

Ms. Zhou,

you can only surrender.

You think you can just sit there

and enjoy my pain?

I'm telling you.

If I go on a blind date,

you'll have to go with me

for hours.

I'll definitely drag you down.

Honestly,

I've never seen anyone talk

about finding extras so greatly.

Alright.

I need to dry my hair and head out.

Bye, I'm hanging up.

You go ahead, bye.

Here, have some fruit.

Okay.

(Why do I feel a bit hot?)

This feeling is really strange.

Nina, look over here, Nina.

You go ahead first.

No photos here.

- Don't go. - Stop it.

Take a look back.

Stop it.

No photos here.

So scary.

That guy in the black hoodie again.

He was at the last meeting too.

Security dragged him away.

It's him again?

Why does he know

my home address?

Ju, you need to tell Xingyue about this.

Report it to the cops

and ask

for the surveillance footage

for the police.

Alright, got it.

Nina.

The driver in that nearby car

seems to be wearing

a black hoodie.

Is he following us?

Ignore him.

Find a chance to lose him.

He's taking pictures.

What a weirdo.

(Picking up an item)

(Scan the code for the item)

Throw this away.

Just got it.

I'll test it in a bit

and send the data to the lab.

Alright, bye.

I haven't seen that car since then.

He didn't follow us.

Okay.

My phone is in the car.

I'll go get it for you.

I'll head up first.

(Yi Xiu Tank; Food Think Tank)

Please delete that, thanks.

I told you to delete it.

It's been several times.

Is this never-ending?

You've even got a Yi Xiu card?

Impressive.

What do you want to shoot?

Ugly face and poor condition?

Who's trying to outshine me here?

Eight months without acting.

You want to film how lost I am?

Maybe I've gained weight

from drinking some water.

My belly is bulging.

Maybe I'm pregnant?

Stalking me, huh?

What if something happens?

You'd love that, right?

I'm...

I'm talking to you!

You must

delete that photo today.

If it's broken.

No worries. I'll pay you back.

But I'm telling you.

I've called the police.

This is a private company.

Stalking me with this kind

of hidden camera here

seriously threatens my safety.

You can't leave before the police arrive.

- Cheng. - The police...

Good morning, Miss Sheng.

By the way, the code rollout

came out one-third short

of what we expected.

What cool glasses are you wearing?

VR glasses

with thermal imaging.

With the software,

it can directly generate data models.

How did this get broken?

Some people's brains

can't control their limbs properly.

Do you really work here?

So you don't recognize me?

Is that a crime?

Not really a crime.

A misunderstanding.

This morning, someone was secretly filming me.

He dressed exactly like you.

Is wearing this outfit a crime?

I'll buy you the glasses to compensate.

You can't buy them in the market.

Nina, over here.

Why are you with Mr. Cheng?

Mr. Cheng?

Cheng Hui.

Another partner at Yi Xiu.

Why have I never seen him before?

I hear he's a top-tier tech expert.

He shows up when he wants

and disappears when he doesn't.

Where's Mr. Jiang?

He's on a business trip. I just went over

the upcoming process with Mr. Feng.

Take a look.

Is this what Tang sent you?

You found out.

I thought it was just

tangerine peels.

No need to send it.

When He from the dance troupe

sent me dance costumes,

he told me

tangerine peel was gold.

The older, the more expensive.

Without heartfelt friendship,

it's impossible to give this.

Wait a minute.

Did you go get lip fillers?

Isn't it good to maintain a good mood?

I smelt it. What are you making?

Fotiaoqiang.

I've been saying I'd make it for Tang.

Now that she's back,

I need to practice right away.

Your son just got back.

Nothing for me?

Look. It's here.

Let me wash my hands.

I remember

one time I made

Fotiaoqiang

for you,

and it turned out...

That time.

It's so fun.

The meatballs weren't cooked.

You ended up with a three-day stomachache.

Was it three days?

Right, three days.

This time,

it's perfect

with the timing.

There should be no problem.

I'm thinking

I have to practice

more often.

Once I reach

an edible level,

I'll make it for Tang

and give her a big surprise.

If it's inedible, then I...

Of course, you can eat it.

You can try it.

Come on. Try it.

Try it.

Son.

Tang is back this time,

so I won't rush you to go

on blind dates.

She's back.

Does that have anything

to do with my blind dates?

Of course, it's directly related.

Tang is single at her age now

because she wants it.

You're single now is just your fate.

Can't you

learn a little?

Learn from Tang

to develop a likable personality.

That way,

I can introduce you to someone.

Otherwise, it's all for nothing.

I have a bad feeling.

By the time Feng Weiran

becomes a grandpa,

you'll still be single.

- Still single. - Well.

Shouldn't they learn

from my carefree attitude?

Right? I live so freely.

He's always anxious.

Let me ask you.

Do you know

if I should put winter bamboo shoots

or vermicelli first in Fotiaoqiang?

How would I know?

I knew you wouldn't know.

I just wanted an excuse to scold you.

Your brain is just...

So foolish.

Just so foolish.

If it weren't for Tang,

you wouldn't have gotten into college.

You're a complete waste!

Tang Yang and Yi Fangping.

Hit me harder and harder.

What did I do in my past life?

Hey, Jiang Shiyan, what's up?

Tang Yang,

have you ever faced despair?

What's wrong?

I sensed something off in your tone.

Didn't you just get home?

Did you argue with Aunt Yi,

or is it just

work stress?

I...

What's wrong?

Don't scare me.

Well, tell me where you are.

I'll find you. Let's talk in person.

Do you remember

the big dog at my door

that always barks at me?

Did it bite you?

It...

What's wrong? Just tell me.

Hurry.

It trampled the gift

I prepared for you.

So, as compensation,

can you get me a piece

of the honey cake you love

to comfort me?

Are you serious?

What kind of logic is that?

It trampled my gift,

so I should treat you to cake?

Go wash up and sleep.

Dreams have everything.

I...

You have three seconds to finish,

or I'll hang up.

I'm downstairs at your place.

How did you end up outside my place?

But I think

our friendship doesn't deserve

my time to come down, right?

Is that so?

Then I'll just

call Ms. Zhou.

I'll ask her,

"Is Tang Yang next to you?"

"She just yelled at me for no reason."

"I don't know what I did wrong, Aunt.”

Alright, alright.

Got it, got it.

You win this round.

I'll be right down.

Bye-bye.

Forget it.

What's wrong?

Since you're so stingy

and don't want to treat me,

I'll treat you instead.

Do you really think

a piece of honey cake

can change a materialistic woman's

decision to block you?

Then add two more dishes.

What about a grand feast?

That might be difficult.

The tangerine peel smells great. Thanks, Ms. Tang.

Why are you being so polite?

Sorry.

Hello.

Wait a moment.

Can you grab something

from the backseat?

Come on.

Aren't you right here?

Just go get it.

I...

Alright, I'll go.

Sure.

What's going on?

Isn't it us?

Yeah.

(Pumpkin)

Aren't his paintings not for sale?

I also heard he's going

to hold an exhibition after the New Year.

It might even go up for auction.

I helped him once,

so he owes me.

Oh, my gosh.

I'm getting emotional.

Oh, my gosh.

Then...

What is this?

This is about that day...

You were chased by a dog.

Ms. Yi makes me learn from you

how to be likable.

Her nagging is so annoying.

So, I wanted to show some sincerity

to learn from you.

But how did you know

my lipstick shade?

I have eyes.

Now I understand

why you can be so annoying

yet still get along with girls.

You just can't say nice things.

Fine.

You're the first one

to gift me lipstick

and high heels.

I won't hold it against you.

Do I look good?

Song Jing never gave you?

No.

That's just his personality.

You know.

It's not that he's bad.

He was quite caring

when we were together.

But...

Sorry.

Why say sorry?

I...

I just find it a bit wistful.

Think about it.

We used to be so close.

Now it's been eight years without contact.

- I... - Yes.

Love is an instant

emotional bubble.

Friendship lasts forever.

Breaking the bond of friendship

is a huge challenge

for both people.

Looking back,

I really regret it.

There must be a difference

between having

a history and just being friends.

Yes.

The difference is

friends can always stay friends,

but for those who've been in love,

when love disappears,

they can't be friends anymore.

Yang.

That's long been behind me.

It's been so long.

The past dissipates with a puff.

Don't take it to heart.

Alright, I'll head up first.

I'll help you take it back.

No, it's fine.

You must be tired from your business trip.

Go rest early.

You take care too.

Alright, I'm leaving.

It's just a piece of honey cake.

Give me.

Choose.

Cake.

Wait. You gave this to me.

Why should I refuse?

Bye.

I wanted us to eat together.

Love is an instant

emotional bubble.

Friendship lasts forever.

Breaking the bond of friendship

is a huge challenge

for both people.

Friends can always stay friends,

but for those who've been in love,

when love disappears,

they can't be friends anymore.

♪Good friends should understand each other♪

(Why mention Song Jing?)

(Why mention someone)

(who once hurt her?)

(Yang's nose turned red earlier.)

(Could she be about to cry?)

♪Asking myself if I should hold it in♪

(A bit sweet.)

A bit sweet?

Not sweet at all.

Bad review.

(Pumpkin)

♪No matter how long and how hard, I won't give up♪

♪Want to continue the journey with you♪

♪This long journey♪

♪I'll bear the hardships for you♪

- Mom. - What? Caught a cold?

No.

I just went downstairs.

My nose is running from the breeze.

Alright, then go to bed.

Stop playing with this.

- Okay. - Don't catch a chill.

Got it, got it.

(Pumpkin)

(Yi Xiu Gourmet)

(She hasn't spoken to me.)

(She's still mad.)

Yang, I'm sorry.

It's my fault.

I know Song Jing...

(Why did I mention him again?)

Dinner together?

Nina's manager,

Wang Xingyue, is here.

Let's go and discuss it.

This meeting is mainly

about reviewing the last

and preparing for the next.

Peng Si can handle it.

Wang Xingyue insisted

on having you there.

I'm telling you. This is serious.

It's not for discussion.

Not that simple.

Okay, dear, I got it.

Don't worry. I'll head back early.

We'll have dinner together.

Sheng Nina's last two live stream

went really well.

Here are the data for review.

Her total sales

(Jiang: Dinner together?) and

the increase in follower count

are always at the Top 10 of Yi Xiu.

Some categories' total sales

even surpassed

Yi Xiu's sales records,

like Rosemary.

We have a movie coming

at the end of the month,

so the schedule for future live streams

can't be confirmed right away.

It'll depend on the film's schedule.

But if the timing is uncertain,

the live streams will be interrupted.

As for our shopping festival...

After all, she's an actress.

We've discussed it.

Her acting should take priority.

Can we have a chat?

Sure.

Xingyue, we'd like to know

if you're unsatisfied

with any aspects

or the effectiveness.

If so, feel free to let us know.

We can make immediate adjustments.

Mr. Jiang, that's not the case.

We have no complaints.

The changes

in product selection

have visibly improved the popularity

of the live streams and Nina.

But as I mentioned earlier,

she is still an actress.

This upcoming movie

will require a lot of her energy.

How long will this movie take?

Now, the schedule is

120 days.

That's quite a long time.

Yes.

It's a big production.

Can you disclose

which director it is?

We've signed a confidentiality agreement.

Mr. Jiang, wait for the news.

Alright.

Then

I'll discuss it with Mr. Feng

and get back to you.

Okay, I'll go now.

She's clearly trying to back out,

not willing to continue.

You call and ask

your entertainment chief.

Get her opinion.

Right.

Hello, dear.

I might be home a bit late tonight.

Let me ask you.

(Tang Yang) Overtime.

Let's have a meeting.

Mr. Feng, what happened to Mr. Jiang?

Don't ask.

Tang Yang.

Senior, what are you doing here?

I'm here to handle the joint loan.

What about you?

I'm going downstairs to mail something.

What's the plan later?

How about dinner?

Today is great.

I wanted to celebrate your return.

I had something planned,

but it's fine.

It's a rare chance.

Let me treat you to dinner.

Should've done it a year ago.

It's dragged on to today.

How about tonight?

I'll treat you.

Sure.

I'm going to the top floor

to meet someone.

Send me the address.

See you later.

Alright, no problem.

I'll head down now.

Okay.

We've captured and analyzed

the high-frequency comments

about Sheng Nina

and the key terms

about online public opinion.

Sheng Nina's image

isn't right

for live streams.

Live streams are lively,

but she's reserved.

(From Tang Yang) It's about rhythms.

(Tang) Not expressions.

I'll treat a friend to dinner. You coming?

These don't matter.

If she stops for 120 days,

it'll mean

all our investments are wasted,

like marketing,

promotions,

and the entire service team

we've set up for her.

Which friend?

Can I tag along?

Regarding the resumption

after the film wraps,

that's still uncertain.

(Tang Yang: Xiaobei Soup)

They want to back out.

You finally wake up, bro.

My wife just said

that Sheng Nina does not

lead in the movie.

It's just a cameo.

- What schedule? - If I can't,

we can meet next time.

Don't worry about me.

We wanted this to work,

so the terms are generous.

(Tang Yang) If she continues

- I sent it. - to find excuses

- Come. - to dawdle,

- Thank you for the gift. - we can...

Perfect plan.

I'm so clever.

Then the collaboration

is basically over.

(Tang Yang)

Why are you laughing?

Cooperation should be

based on mutual benefit.

If there are issues,

it's clearly a conflict of interest.

We just need to resolve that conflict.

It will be settled.

I've thought about this.

I'll need some data.

I'll send it.

Meeting next Monday.

Aren't you working overtime?

Overtime is canceled.

Meeting next Monday.

I ordered Mr. Jiang and Mr. Feng's

favorite eel rice.

I won't eat it. I'll go home.

What about the extra two portions?

That's such a waste.

The joint loan took

over three months,

but we had to force it through.

Because of the quota?

Let me show you something.

Look at this.

I'll come over here.

Okay.

See this?

I was working on this recently.

And these below as well.

Do you see it?

Jiang Shiyan.

Who is this?

Isn't that my Yang?

How did you get hurt so badly?

It's just a small injury.

Nothing serious.

Are you crazy?

Wait a minute, be careful.

I can give you money if you need it.

I can cover all that.

Why did you go working?

You're hurt so bad.

What will you do

if you get a scar?

Will I get a scar?

It's fine for boys.

The doctor said it's okay.

Yang, it's okay.

I'm not leaving. Don't get a scar.

- Is it done? - Yes, all set.

Yang, don't cry.

The doctor said it was okay. Thanks.

Let's go somewhere.

Your bag.

Let's go.

(Hotpot Fish)

♪When a beam of light♪

♪Falls gently on my shoulder♪

♪Guiding every step of the way♪

♪The wind sways my clothes♪

♪With trees rustling in sight♪

♪Even dreams have sprouted wings to take flight♪

♪We've cried and laughed before♪

♪Yet you stayed by my side♪

♪With every turn I take♪

Jiang Shiyan.

What are you trying to do?

♪You said you'd join my adventure in this vast world♪

Jiang Shiyan.

Aren't these the notebooks

I helped you with?

Yes.

From the first year to the second year,

it recorded my journey

from over 400 points to over 600.

Yang, wait for me.

Okay.

♪The moments in my palm♪

What's this?

Happy graduation, Yang.

♪Just fly bravely♪

This is a bit expensive.

I didn't ask my mom for money,

so I went out

and earned a bit myself.

Who told you I liked this?

You saved it on your forum.

I did save it.

But you don't have to buy it for me.

If I save

all the stars

and moons,

are you gonna take them down for me?

♪With every turn I take♪

I certainly

can't do it,

but

within my means,

I want to give you

everything you want.

Shiyan.

We're good buddies.

I'll always help you.

♪Slowly healing every wound I've ever bore♪

Then...

Try it.

♪The moments in my palm♪

Not bad, right?

Looks really good.

But if I wear high heels,

will I be too tall?

It's fine. I don't mind if you're taller than me.

♪Slowly healing every wound I've ever bore♪

- The same. - The same.

What a good buddy.

No one has ever

gifted me high heels before.

Really?

I'm the first one

to give you high heels.

♪When a beam of light♪

♪Falls gently on my shoulder♪

♪Guiding every step of the way♪

♪The wind sways my clothes♪

♪With trees rustling in sight♪

♪Even dreams have sprouted wings to take flight♪

♪We've cried and laughed before♪

♪Yet you stayed by my side♪

♪With every turn I take♪

♪Your warmth remains sure♪

♪You said you'd join my adventure in this vast world♪

♪Following the map to grant my every small wish♪

♪Slowly healing every wound I've ever bore♪

♪The seasons pass, but your gentle touch soothes♪

♪The moments in my palm♪

♪You said you'd join my adventure in this vast world♪

♪Following the map to grant my every small wish♪

♪Slowly healing every wound I've ever bore♪

♪The seasons pass, but your gentle touch soothes♪

♪The moments in my palm♪

♪You said you'd join my adventure in this vast world♪

♪Following the map to grant my every small wish♪

♪Slowly healing every wound I've ever bore♪

♪The seasons pass, but your gentle touch soothes♪

♪The moments in my palm♪