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♫ Waiting and expecting to cross the hills in life ♫
♫ At the unknown intersection ♫
♫ Is there a splendid universe of dreams ♫
♫ From clamor to solitude the emptiness under the bright lights ♫
♫ Is like the pulse of the city ♫
♫ It's flickering ♫
♫ The subtle aching of our dreams ♫
♫ The more I know ♫ ♫ The more confused I am ♫
♫ Guess again and again ♫ ♫ But get no answer ♫
♫ The deeper I go, the freer I become ♫
♫ You and me in the coolest world ♫
♫ Find myself ♫ ♫ It's just to line up with life ♫
♫ Like the streams crossing each other ♫
♫ Even if we missed it, so what ♫
♫ Meet at the next intersection ♫ ♫ Dash around madly ♫
♫ Bravely light up the sparkles of youth ♫
♫ The weaker we are, the more we sink into the swamp ♫
♫ This song sings out the original me ♫
♫ Running hard against the wind ♫
♫ Toward my dream at the end ♫
[The Coolest World] [Director: Li Ang]
[Episode 4]
[When no one says no to you, you won't be able to grow up. - Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy]
Sister Zifeng,
do you think it is possible?
We can't just sit here and feel anxious while doing nothing. Think up some ideas.
Even sports games can have a last-second reversal.
Right? We still have time. Let's figure out how to solve things.
Xiaoxiao, what are you going to do?
Frappuccino with extra cream, and newly released cheesecake.
Sister Xue, please try it.
Why do you want to check a project from five years ago?
It was so long ago that it won't help you with your research.
I just want to take a casual look.
Sure, all projects from before 2014 are over there.
Go take a look.
[Self Media Department Footage] [YO Media 2015 Meeting Minutes]
[From Stranger: Row 13, Column 6]
[From Stranger: ...]
[From Stranger: Good luck.]
I have an idea how to solve it.
Which idea?
Find regular people.
Regular people?
A celebrity can bring a lot of traffic,
but that field can be split into so many groups.
It'll have the opposite effect if we make the wrong choice. Therefore, it's better to find an everyday person.
Also, think about our background. We're good at doing traditional documentary news.
In-depth reporting is our strength!
It's similar to Tian Ji's strategy. (T/N: Tian Ji's strategy refers to utilizing one's strength to win while sacrificing the weak areas)
But our program is called "Under the Mask."
Regular people are just normal human beings.
Why would normal human beings wear masks?
Of course, they would! Think about it.
We all wear masks in this society, right?
We all look well put together during the day and downhearted in the evening, right?
What's more, although the hit rate
is one of the most important parts of the program's statistics,
it would be pointless if we can't hold their attention.
It's better if we try to find a subject people can connect with.
Make a solid program to keep a core audience.
This is the most important thing.
I agree with Xiaoxiao.
Come on. Let's talk about this.
President Lu, look! I'm an ordinary woman, too. Can I be recorded, Lu?
I think so.
Xiaoxiao, you're amazing!
You gave us an excellent idea.
Boss, do you really think it will work?
Yes.
Pack up your things.
♫ She dreamt of crossing over tens of thousands of miles of ocean ♫
[ Proposal] ♫ Perhaps she won't be able to withstand ♫ ♫ A bit of the stormy waves ♫
Hello, welcome to New Guangda Center. ♫ Working hard to find the small ray of light in the darkness ♫
Hello.
The New Guangda Center is located in Tongzhou, ♫ But before finding it ♫
which is the sub-center of Beijing. This is its specific location. So our project... ♫ She collapsed from exhaustion on the beach ♫
- Are you twenty-seven years old? - Yes. ♫ She planned ♫
Okay, I have another question for you. Are you a local? ♫ The wild celebration after the achievement ♫
No, I'm not. I'm from another province.
- Where are you from? - I'm from Heilongjiang. - Are you married? - Not yet. ♫ When she can appreciate their congratulations with a smile ♫
- Are you seeing anyone? - Yes, I am. ♫ But after taking a step, she tasted the loss ♫
- You do, so is she a colleague or... - So did you buy a house here yet? - I'm still working on it. ♫ When can she wait for that one perfect bloom? ♫
- Are you paid well? - Can I keep that a secret? - Sure. Sure. If you... ♫ That girl is struggling in this world ♫
- I've been in this field for fifteen years. - Fifteen years. ♫ Perhaps she's hesitating ♫
- I started working here right after graduation. - How long is your commute every day? ♫ Her future may be unknown ♫
I live in Sihui so it is convenient for me to drive here. ♫ That girl will never fear the absurd ♫
- About twenty minutes. - Would your child feel stressed studying in Beijing? ♫ Running in the direction of the strong wind ♫
Not much, my son's grades are great. ♫ With sweat rolling off her forehead ♫
Open the door.
No, I won't. I'm busy.
I haven't finished my Lego yet.
Naughty boy.
Sister Nuo, can I come in? I'm here to see Xiaoxiao.
It's so big.
Little Nuo!
Hello.
How do you know my name?
Mom, who is he?
I can't describe to you who he is.
Hurry, wash your hands, and get ready to eat. Stop playing with your Lego.
Eat your food.
No, Sister Nuo, I'm not eating. I'm not eating.
It's fine.
Put it there. I won't touch it.
I won't touch it, either.
Actually, can you help me water the flowers every two hours?
Otherwise, they will dry out.
Xiaoxiao likes fresh ones.
Just leave the slippers.
Little Nuo, see you.
Bye.
Little Nuo, see?
You have to study hard.
Wow, you don't even know. That Manager Duan that I just filmed...
She has a house, a car, and a Beijing residence certificate.
And her son studies well.
Really? She must be extremely happy.
And I asked her how many hours a day she worked.
She said it was very long, nine hours.
- I didn't even know what to say after that. - Is nine hours long?
Then I could barely finish shooting.
She truly lives a happy life.
Since she's so happy, I suddenly feel like we live very sad lives.
No, no, you know what?
That guy I just filmed is quite funny.
He said because of his profession, his time of dating...
Sorry, am I late again?
It's all right.
Is there anything I can do now? Have you finished shooting?
Yes. It's okay, we have another set of videos.
I scheduled some children who willingly quit college,
and chose to be professional race-car drivers.
So cool!
But they are under a lot of pressure,
mostly from their parents.
Also, they all have strong personalities.
I'm guessing they may be hard to shoot.
Okay, I'll do more this afternoon.
All right.
Okay, let's pack up.
Hello. Didn't I just leave?
I have to work in the afternoon, how about tomorrow?
Okay, I understand.
What's wrong?
The agent who helps my child apply for a school
said that if I don't go today, there won't be any more openings.
You can't imagine it. Parents are all going crazy trying to get the quota for schools.
All right, you need to go. It's important for your child's education.
No, I have to report to President Lu when he comes.
It's fine.
When I went back home during the spring festival, you also helped me finish the revision.
- Go now. - We've been a team for a long time. Go.
Just go. Just let him know later.
- Go. - If so, I'm leaving now. - Bye.
- I'm leaving. - See you.
Let's go.
Should we eat first or set off first?
Let's eat there.
- Bus or subway? - Subway, there won't be a traffic jam.
- Let's go. - Let's work
Coming.
Sister Nuo.
What happened? Did you find money on the street?
It would be great if I had.
These are all the materials our company is going to use.
Thank you.
I have to work overtime this weekend.
Just working all the time...
Please be assured I'll rent a house as soon as possible. What are you doing?
This is a surprise for you.
Come on. Do we still need anything like a surprise?
- What's this? - Ready?
What do you think?
Okay, stop crying.
All right.
Don't cry, okay?
You know what, Sister Nuo?
I have never regretted any of my decisions,
but...
we were together for so long, and this is the first time he gave me a present.
Besides, it is a famous brand! Luxuries!
It's fake!
I know it's fake,
but it still costs more than ¥1,000 ($155)!
Listen, he can only earn ¥35 ($5) per hour
for teaching painting in the studio.
How long would he need to work to earn enough money to buy a fake bag for me?
Nie Jafan, he really is a b*stard!
He really is a b*stard!
Enough,
keep crying here by yourself, and shout what you want to say.
Release all the emotions you want to.
Just sleep here if you get tired of crying, okay?
Great Beauty Wang Lu,
it has been a week, but you wear different clothes every day.
You get prettier all the time.
Nice bag, where did you buy it?
Last week was the anniversary of SKP. Didn't you go shopping last weekend?
There were so many people.
Since you're willing to spend tens of thousands of yuan to buy a bag,
why would you care about this little discount?
It looks nice and suits you.
I like your honest words.
No wonder you're so popular on the sixteenth floor.
Right?
Sister Lu. Brother Hui.
Teng Xiaoxiao.
Your bags are similar.
Where did you buy it?
My friend gave it to me.
It's smelly.
If you have a bad friend, it's better to break it off early.
Don't you feel embarrassed carrying it?
This is just a gift from my friend.
Why do you still carry it if you know it's fake?
Is it for vanity? Do you want to save your pride?
That's it, isn't it?
But this is YO Media.
The core output is the brand's value culture.
We won't accept anything fake
or even average to fill in as quality things.
If you have time to think about these things,
why don't you think about how to improve your own professional skills?
Learn from Wang Lu. Don't mess around all the way.
A gift is about the heart behind it.
Some people only think about the brands, while some people just don't care.
None of us would throw a gift from friends away simply because it doesn't suit us.
Right?
Moreover, a bag is simply meant for holding things.
The function is the same no matter what its price is.
I don't think it's deserving of moral criticism.
Does the enterprise culture of YO Media consist of gossipy men?
Let's go.
Sister Xiaowen, thank you for that.
You're welcome. People like that are the worst.
Don't take it to heart, all right?
You are so early.
- Good morning. - Sister Xiaowen.
I ordered some food on Tmall. It will be delivered this afternoon. (T/N: Platform to sell brands to users in Greater China.)
The food is for you.
- Thank you, Sister. - That's great!
[I will work hard. If there is a chance in the future,
[let's meet in a better way. Thank you, bye.]
What are you so seriously watching?
You even left before having lunch.
Sister Xiaowen, I just wanted to study the new topic.
We haven't even finished this time's topic.
Have you already been studying the next topic?
See?
Where can we get a staff member as hardworking as you?
Here, this is for you.
This is a gift from my friend.
However, the style doesn't fit someone my age.
It's perfect for you. It'll look great on you.
At the lunch break, I happened to ask my husband to send it. Have a look.
No, Sister Xiaowen, I can't take it.
I won't take no for an answer. It's not that expensive.
Just take it as my kind regard as your friend.
Sister Xiaowen, I can't accept it. Sister Xiaowen, I can't take it, really.
Come on. I've already brought it here. We can't let my husband have come here for nothing.
You said yourself. We're here to fight.
We can't let others look down on us.
You should decently dress yourself up.
Straighten your back. Chin up!
Shut all the annoying people's mouths up!
Come and have a look.
I think this bag is quite suitable for you, really! Look. Isn't it cute?
Really! Look. Isn't it cute?
Come on. Try it, here.
It's really nice.
It fits what you're wearing today.
Do you like it?
Thank you, Sister Xiaowen.
I won't let others look down on me.
I believe you.
All right, let me see what you were looking at.
See.
I saw this topic, and I think it's interesting.
Everybody, come here. I have something to say.
President Qin.
Self Media Team took a week to finish a pilot episode.
After reviewing and discussing, we think this program can continue.
Everyone, please cooperate with the self media team's projects.
Zhu Xiaowen,
your internship is over in advance. You're fired.
You can get your wages from the accounting department.
Why?
Let me make something clear.
I have no prejudice against married women,
as long as it doesn't affect your work or break any rules.
YO Media won't restrict any staff member's freedom of marriage.
However, if you can't balance family and work, I think
you shouldn't waste precious social resources out here.
Is there anything wrong with Zhu Xiaowen's work?
The shooting took four days in total. She left early on three of those days.
President Qin, I think you might misunderstand something.
There was something urgent for Sister Xiaowen recently,
but she'd go to the location early every day to prepare things.
She has consciously made up for the time lost. No work has been delayed.
YO Media has never changed the regulation for anyone, and it never will.
President Qin, Zhu Xiaowen is a mother of two children.
She has never made any mistake in her work because of her family.
The completion of the pilot broadcast also proved her working ability.
Actually, outdoor shooting is a flexible job.
Also, our former working style was different from the clock in/out system.
She may not be used to it.
Shall we ask the HR department for another chance for her?
President Lu, do you also need me to explain such an unprofessional matter?
The opportunity won't just come to you.
If you need everyone to be more understanding, then you must be very average.
The HR department of YO media receives hundreds of resumes every day.
They're willing to be challenged but just don't have the opportunity.
As someone who gets to work in this building,
you should respect them by having a thankful heart.
The HR department already made the decision.
Perhaps you can work in a more relaxed place.
President Qin, among the people I've met, Sister Xiaowen loves her job the most.
None of our team has complained about her. We also don't think this is about fairness.
Also, since we can finish it on time with the required quality, we have a great team rapport.
Is clocking out on time more important than being passionate about work?
There are laws to follow. Just appeal if you are not convinced.
Lin Da, will you confess by yourself, or should I say it?
What else is going on?
Lu Mang, I'm truly surprised at the way New Flag chose their employees.
What did you do during the pre-job ethics training?
How can someone like that still have a job?
Lin Da, what's going on?
President Lu.
Lin Da, you secretly used the company's name to promote your own online shop.
You faked celebrity signatures to sell signed photos and clothes.
During the lunch break, you publicly broadcast a live show on the thirtieth floor for several times.
Did I miss anything?
If he caused any losses to the company, the criminal liability would be unavoidable,
but he's lucky enough. We'd only give him an internal disciplinary notice,
and fire him immediately.
I take it you're fine with that, President Lu?
I'm quitting, too!
- I'll resign, too! - Qiao Yuan!
President Lu, you don't need to get involved in this.
I'm following Da Lin. I'm in if he's in. I'm out if he's out!
Why are you so arrogant? Is this the only Internet company in the world?
An inhuman company like this can only cultivate working machines like you!
Da Lin, let's quit. Pack up. Let's go.
Does anyone else from the self media team want to resign?
If not, keep on working!
Lu Mang, finish the internal resource integration first.
If you need more manpower, just let me know.
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Sister Zifeng! Sister Zifeng!
I've just finished snooping around.
Most of them have lost their spirit.
Three have left within only two weeks.
I'm guessing the rest can't persist until the end of their internship period, either.
Do you think Self Media
could get past it if they all leave?
If you are so interested in Self Media,
how about moving your desk there?
What's wrong?
So is that it?
I'm negotiating with the HR department,
but he really did it, so I'm not sure how much more we can negotiate.
President Lu,
you brought us here, and you are very well aware of this.
How many days have we stayed up late for this pilot episode, and how much effort have we all paid? I...
I can see all your effort,
but company rules are company rules.
Xiaowen really left her position early for three days.
And Lin Da did broadcast the live stream at work.
These are all forbidden by company regulation.
Teng Xiaoxiao, if you want to stay,
In addition to not making mistakes, you must prove you're capable.
In the future, don't be so impulsive in what you do and say.
You're not a young girl who throws everything away for a friend.
By the way, send this upstairs.
Give it to Hou Yong.
We're about to start broadcasting.
Lu Mang. Lu Mang. [Brilliance]
Cold-blooded! Selfish. [Brilliance]
Selfish. [Brilliance]
Hello.
Hello, Sister Xiaowen, are you okay?
Where are you?
I'm around our company.
Okay, wait for me. I'll come to meet you right away.
You— Hello?
I'm fine.
Sister Xiaowen,
actually, I think this still can be changed.
President Lu called me. The decision can't be recalled.
Come on! How cold-blooded can he be?
Why doesn't he help us?
He has his difficulties.
How I acted during the day was really embarrassing.
Many of them must laugh at me.
They won't.
Actually,
if people would become cold-blooded just to make a living,
then life feels so pointless.
But we should be alive first, right?
Come on. Don't say angry words.
I'm really fine. It's not that bad.
I have more time to take care of my child and my husband in the future.
I feel more worried about you now.
You should take better care of yourself since we have all left. Understood?
Sister Xiaowen...
thank you for taking care of me these last few years at the magazine.
Come on. It's not like we are never going to see each other again!
Don't act like we are facing a life-and-death moment.
Come on. Let's go.
It'll be fine.
You scared me. What's wrong?
I thought you were still at work.
Sister Nuo, Xiaowen left work early for three days straight.
Qiao Yuan and Lin Da concealed their marriage from work.
And they're secretly running an online shop. Those are against the company's regulations.
Today, they were all fired.
Actually, I know what they did was wrong,
but I think people should get a second chance.
What's more, they have completed their tasks on schedule.
You can criticize or punish them, but why must you be so cold?
Why is there no compassion in such a large company?
Thank you.
So why do you think such a ruthless company can be one of the top 500 publicly traded companies?
Clever as you are, you must know the reason.
Certainly, it's understandable to feel sad because your teammates have left,
but if the same thing would happen to someone you didn't know,
wouldn't you think it's common?
Right, I know this principle. I can understand.
But do you know who made me feel angry the most today? It was Lu Mang.
He didn't do anything about it!
I think I made a wrong judgment.
I don't know your boss.
At his age, although sometimes he has the same feeling as you regarding many things,
he can't just do what he wants.
Sister Nuo, I can't be as calm as you. They were all my colleagues and friends, who were with me every day.
I can't be so calm.
That's not what I'm saying.
I'm just telling you the truth.
When you dislike the people around you, arguing with them is not the best way,
but working harder and paying more effort to drive them away from you as soon as possible.
That way, they are as good as dead to you.
This is my advice for work.
I always say to myself that the best way to differentiate
between myself and my enemy is to become stronger.
Or else no matter how sad, grieved, or angry you are,
the situation can't be changed.
You are right. I have to be stronger.
But when I remember that when I go to work tomorrow, they'll all be gone. And I'll be the only one left.
And any other person takes me as an enemy. I'll feel a little bit afraid.
What's so scary about that?
These are all parts of the process of you breaking through and becoming the butterfly.
All right,
work hard, Little Butterfly!
Sleep early.
You know how much pressure I'm taking by hiring your team.
I hope you won't let me down.
Are you not—
Let me help you heat up some water.
It's noisy. The children are sleeping.
Teng Xiaoxiao.
The new episode is moving forward.
We need to think of some new topics as backup.
The time for the weekly program is tight, and the manpower is limited.
You might need to pay more attention.
Go to the twenty-ninth floor to search for new materials when you are free.
Although we have a broad range for topics, they need to be practical.
Xiaoxiao, excuse me.
Xiaoxiao, come watch it with us.
See? It's been online for twenty-four hours. Without any promotion,
it got over 80,000,000 views. Eighty million!
The statistics mean everything.
You two have a background in news. For you to get results like this means you have a gift.
President Lu, come here.
Now you know what you need to do, right?
Before Li Bo comes back, quickly get this program on track.
Qin Qiao will definitely provide you resources.
When President Li comes back and sees the result, nothing more needs to be said.
You know what you need to do. Keep up the good work!
Get back to work.
I just think today my eyebrows don't match. Look.
Right? Is it long here?
I think you made this too high.
What about now?
Are you crazy?
I need to relax.
How about the three of us go visit customers this afternoon and have afternoon tea?
Okay.
Okay? Are you two crazy?
Lately, HR's been watching like a hawk.
Two have been caught this morning and are under investigation in the HR department.
It's not that serious. Look at your nervous expression.
Forget it. Let's behave well, in case someone tells Qin Qiao to make her angry.
I don't want to talk to her.
Three people already left that group. President Qin won't be in such a bad mood.
Du Tianzhen, do you know why you are called "innocent"? (T/N: Tianzhen means innocent)
You are really foolish and innocent.
Even if everyone in our company has been fired, will Lu leave?
I've heard from the investment department that Lu Mang has a strong background.
He looks low-key and forbearing, but he's just pretending to be innocent.
I also think he has a special relationship with President Yin.
Today, he went to President Yin's office for lunch again.
Well, he pretends to be quiet
while actually he just conceals his real ability.
Say, do you think he's married?
- Are you interested in him? - Come on.
I mean he and—
You are too gossipy.
Where did you hear about these things?
We speak in low voice in the office in order to cultivate the atmosphere.
But there is no secret in our office.
Understood?
- Let's go. - Little fool.
- This is what you asked for. Take a look. - Okay.
Teng Xiaoxiao,
the pilot episode will be broadcast with your name on it. I put in the request with our superiors.
Since you are the one who created the idea, just feel assured that
from now on, this program will have your name on it.
No need to thank me, you worked hard for this.
Our superiors are very optimistic about our show,
so keep up the good work.
By the way,
I just got this from Accounting this morning. It's the bonus for the pilot episode.
It's ¥30,000 ($4,650). You each get ¥7,500 ($1,162).
Qiao Yuan and Lin Da have taken theirs.
This is yours and Xiaowen's. You are close to her. You can give it to her.
What about you?
The pilot episode was mostly produced by you all, and there is no salary during the internship.
You should take it.
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♫ The subway at 8:30 in the morning ♫
♫ The crowded street ♫
♫ The sunlight with slight warmth ♫ ♫ Is as dazzling as usual ♫
♫ The muggy carriage ♫ ♫ Is full of people with indifferent faces ♫
♫ The quivering train window reflects ♫ ♫ A pair of perplexed eyes ♫
♫ I doubted it again and again ♫
♫ I shed my tears in the sleepless night ♫
♫ I've heard too many voices of doubt ♫
♫ I hide my tears while I fade into the crowds ♫
♫ Under the colorful neon lights ♫
♫ Wandering alone in the city ♫
♫ Where is the piece of sky that belongs to me ♫
♫ Maybe in some corner ♫
♫ Pretending I'm fine when I'm in pain ♫
♫ Because I believe in what little dream I have left ♫
♫ If I declare I failed today, what else can I do ♫
♫ Even the humblest singer still has a loyal audience ♫
♫ In the coolest world ♫ ♫ Give myself a hug ♫
♫ Stumbling along the way ♫
♫ Is how I will encourage my heart ♫