♪Waiting and looking forward to♪
♪Overcoming the hills in life♪
♪That unknown road♪
♪Can we still have♪
♪The bright universe of our dreams♪
♪From bustling to loneliness♪
♪Dejection under the bright lights♪
♪Like a city's pulse♪
♪Bright then dark♪
♪Our dreams ache♪
♪The more we know♪
♪The more we feel lost♪
♪Second guessing♪
♪Doesn't help♪
♪The more we understand, the freer we will be♪
♪You and I are in the coolest world♪
♪Finding ourselves again♪
♪Is but an alignment to life♪
♪Like a mere trickle♪
♪Intersecting♪
♪So what if we miss it♪
♪We'll meet again at the next intersection♪
♪Go on a rampage♪
♪Bravely light up the sparkle of youth♪
♪The more dejected we are, the more we'll sink♪
♪This song♪
♪Is about myself in the early days♪
♪Running hard into the wind♪
♪To the end of my dreams♪
[The Coolest World]
[Episode 33]
[Besides your youth, you have nothing left. But this limited youth will decide who you become. — Coetzee]
Boss.
Mr. Chen from the Economic Crime Investigation Division called.
He wanted to thank you.
Your and your friends
provided the accurate IP address
to help close in on their target.
It was very helpful.
Of course.
As long as the company is alright.
Teng Xiao Xiao.
I looked at your experience
from prior to entering the company until now.
You're quite the figure.
It's always a party wherever you go.
The company really needs
people like you.
You've never led a team before, right?
I'd like you to lead the self-media team.
Do you want to try?
I like people who are creative.
Of course,
I also value one's character.
A person's talent
determines how high they can go.
But a person's character
determines how far they can go.
You leading the self-media team
is a joint decision of Mr. Lu and me.
Go for it.
You are the best fit.
Can I say no?
Are you sure?
I'm really grateful for your recognition.
Really, this is very important to me.
But
not only will I say no,
I also want to quit.
Teng Xiao Xiao.
Why don't you think about it?
Xiao Xiao.
Is it because of what happened
in the past?
No, not entirely.
Certain exceptions can't represent the whole.
The company taught me a lot
and gave me the courage
to see a bigger world.
It also helped me find
the path I truly want to try.
Mr. Lu knows that before I came
to YO Media Company,
I had a really unrealistic dream.
I wanted to win a journalism award
and become a female warrior.
I even dreamt
that I would be a war correspondent.
Super cool.
Later on, I realized
that
I knew that dream was so elusive
that I kept talking about it.
Mr. Lu.
Thank you for instructing me over the past year.
After you brought me to YO Media Company,
I not only gained
professional skills and experience,
I also felt like
I could get closer to my dream.
I've always admired
those who protect the world peace
in the front line.
But I also know
that in my lifetime, I might not have the chance
or courage to do something so grand.
But I still want to start small.
I used to think
that knowing what I like was the most important.
After I came here,
I realized that knowing what I dislike
and what I don't want
is more important.
Why are you looking at me?
Waiting for me to get angry?
Xiao Xiao.
I'm really happy
that YO Media Company has turned out
someone like you with independent thinking,
courage,
and the resolve to chase dreams.
I believe that this is the core
of YO Media Company's culture.
Maybe some things or people
in the past
clouded your dreams.
But that's alright.
You have to believe
that the clear sky will always come.
You don't need to apologize.
Our company
won't stop any employee
from chasing their dreams.
You can excel and make it here.
Similarly,
you can make it
everywhere.
Let me tell you this.
You are a meteor in the universe.
YO Media Company is your starting point,
and will always be your flight terminal.
Keep fighting.
I wish you the best.
Keep fighting.
A souvenir.
[Guanshuyuan Alley]
What did I tell you?
Is it hard to understand?
Don't explain.
There's no time to explain.
Just do
what I tell you to do,
got it?
Time is money.
Don't waste my time!
Okay?
I'm telling you.
I don't want to get angry now,
understand?
Do it if you can.
If you can't, then quit.
Okay?
I have so many people to replace you.
Don't waste my time. Do you hear that?
Don't give me excuses.
What did I hire you for?
Stop your nonsense.
Hurry.
Honey, come here.
I'll talk to you later.
Did you miss me?
You're back?
How did it go today?
Phone call.
Hello? What?
I just told Chen
and now you're…
Can you do it?
Can you do it or not?
Let me talk to Cheng.
Where is he now?
Fine.
Stop it.
I'm coming.
Alright, alright.
Teacher Xiao.
I need to go to the company.
Let's have dinner later.
Love you.
Duan Chong.
What happened?
Something wrong?
I quit my job.
Quit?
When? Why?
I've been thinking about it for a while.
But now I know…
The sooner the better, okay?
Look. If you quit,
I'll have breakfast to eat, right?
And you can take care of our "daughter".
Now you can be a good wife and mother,
right?
Just stay at home from now on.
I'll take care of you, okay?
You'll just be a rich madam.
Here.
I'm leaving.
Let's talk when I'm back.
Too careless.
I'm too busy to remember it.
Bye now.
Dinner later.
♪She dreamed♪
♪Of crossing the vast ocean♪
♪But might not be able♪
(I remember you told me)
(that you're from the south.)
(Then why did you come to Beijing?)
♪Working hard♪
(Journalism awards are only in the moment.)
♪To find a little light in the darkness♪
(But life?)
♪But before finding it♪
(Do you have a plan?)
♪She is already worn out♪
What kind of life do you want to live?
What kind of person do you want to be?
♪She's planning♪
(You said)
(that we came here to fight.)
We can't let others look down on us.
♪Appreciate their blessings♪
(How does it feel to be part of our battle team?)
(Did you feel the hidden daggers)
(in their eyes?)
(No.)
I felt a lot of comfort.
I have a team from now on!
I have comrades from now on!
♪Have a perfect bloom?♪
(Teng Xiao Xiao, I'm telling you.)
(The hard drive is fine.)
Even if it's not, it's not as important as people.
Hurry and go home.
♪She may hesitate♪
One, ten, hundred, thousand, ten thousand.
(Today is a day worth celebrating.)
(From today onward,)
(my salary is)
(eleven thousand per month.)
A person's talent
determines how high they can go.
But a person's character
determines how far they can go.
[YO Media]
What's up? Tell me.
It's something personal.
So
Shen Ying is getting married next week.
she wants to find a wedding officiant.
I think you're the best fit.
Right.
Am I a fit?
A really good fit.
Think about it.
You're our leader,
and in a certain way,
also our teacher,
teaching us so many things
and bringing us into this industry.
There's no one better than you.
Did Shen Ying ask you to come?
Not really.
She asked me first,
but I can't be an officiant.
All the parents will be there.
My presence isn't enough.
Also, what if I say something wrong?
We talked about it,
and both Shen Ying and I think…
Okay.
You accept it?
Send me the time and place.
I've never been an officiant before.
I'll send it right now.
Right now.
Did you get it, Boss?
Got it.
Okay.
Boss, prepare well.
Wait.
How is your resignation going?
I handed in the paperwork to the HR department.
There's still some work
I need to transfer.
Okay, I got it.
What do I
need to prepare to be an officiant?
Like what should I wear?
Nothing.
You dress like you're going to a wedding every day.
You look like an officiant today.
Really! Thank you, Boss.
Believe in yourself. Thanks!
Santorini.
Okay, got it.
Stop nagging, I'm here.
I'm hanging up now.
You're back.
Why are you here?
I saw that you weren't at home.
So I came here to ask you something.
What is it?
Shen Ying is getting married.
I'm
thinking about our gift for her.
I just searched online.
How do you think about giving them
a honeymoon?
Or how about a dog?
Just like Duan Xiao Teng.
We can call it Guo Xiao Ying.
What gift did you give your close friends
when they got married?
I usually just give a red envelope.
Simple.
This isn't the same.
Shen Ying is my best friend.
Of course, I will give her a red envelope.
But I also need to give
a more thoughtful gift.
Why don't you put more money in the red envelope?
Never mind.
I'm going shopping
for inspiration.
You go to work.
Okay.
I know you're busy with work,
but don't forget to eat.
Don't be too tired.
Bye.
Change into your wedding dress
and I'll fix your makeup after.
So beautiful.
I saw the cake you sent.
It's beautiful. Thank you.
As long as you like it.
My hometown has a tradition
that the bride has to wear both gold and silver.
I figured that your parents came in a rush
and didn't have time to prepare.
I'm sort of part of your family too,
so…
I'll help you put it on.
Shen Ying.
I know
that today is just the start of your happiness.
From now on, it'll get better and better.
Thank you, Xiao Xiao.
Come in. Stop hiding!
You guys…
Us?
We have another surprise for you.
Put it down.
Meng, don't hit her.
Are you crazy? I didn't hit her.
Everything in the past was my fault.
I just have a bad temper.
I hope you don't mind.
It was not your fault. It was mine.
Thank you for coming today.
Don't talk about
unhappy things on your wedding day.
Congratulations on your marriage!
Here's your gift.
Thank you.
Are you done talking or not?
Presents are here!
Congratulations!
This is from me.
Let me take this one.
I'll take it.
Wait, where's Guo Dong?
How come he's not here?
He's setting up at the venue.
My mom said he can't see me right now.
True.
This is a formality.
Then I'll go find him
and see if he needs help.
Go ahead.
Give me the gifts.
Here.
You really do like money.
I do.
Under the name of God,
I take you as my wedded wife.
I take you as my wedded husband.
From this day forward,
for better, for worse,
in sickness and in health…
From this day onward,
for better, for worse,
in sickness and in health…
To love and to cherish,
till death do we part.
To love and to cherish,
till death do we part.
Please exchange your rings.
I'm very happy to be here today
as the officiant for Shen Ying and Guo Dong's marriage.
This is actually my first time as an officiant.
I don't really know what to say.
Both of them were my reports before.
In the days
when we worked together,
I learned about many of their merits
and similarities.
Shen Ying is a girl that works hard,
perseveres, and has a gentle temperament.
Guo Dong
has a lot of positive qualities
in him,
including the responsibility of a man.
In my humble opinion,
the meaning of marriage
is to find a soul mate
that can be by your side for the rest of your life.
They have both been through
tough times.
Those who understand pain
know to treasure happiness more.
Today,
I hope that the newlyweds' future
will be happy and smooth.
Next, let's give the floor to their parents.
Well…
In our hometown,
weddings don't go like this.
Elders like us don't have a chance
to speak on stage.
But today,
as I watch my daughter get married,
I'd like to say something.
Ying's dad and I
have only met Guo Dong twice.
But we've never met a man
as clean and innocent as him.
We feel reassured
to entrust our daughter to him.
Shen Ying
is our family's pride.
Great!
She's successful.
When she came to Beijing on her own,
her dad and I
never helped her at all.
She did everything by herself.
Her family is her burden.
Her father and I are very grateful
that she found someone who treats her well.
We hope she can be happy
and live a great life.
We also thank all of you for helping
and caring for her in Beijing.
We thank you!
Of course! Our pleasure!
Thank you!
[Chaoyangmen Outer Street]
Boss, this is too sudden.
I just left the company,
and you…
You have to leave your comfort zone
to find your value.
You taught me that.
I should go to do
what I want while I still have a chance.
But I heard that it's very tiring to work on the international on-site team.
It's also very dangerous.
Didn't you remind me?
I'm a legend
that almost won a journalism award.
I need to live up to my reputation.
True.
This is…
Bravery.
Bravery?
Yes.
There's a second part to the story
I told you last time.
After the bombing,
we retreated
to a field hospital further back.
Back then, besides drinking,
I only did one thing all day.
Waiting for the evacuation.
Back then, our news team
had a reporter named Marie Colvin.
Marie Colvin?
She's truly a legend.
That's her.
Out of care for her fellow reporters,
she gave me this.
She said this represents bravery.
She hoped that I would move on.
But all these years after coming back,
I keep feeling like
I'm living in a fortress I built for myself
and that I've never moved on.
Then I met you.
Watching you fight your way forward
so fearlessly
inspired me
to make this decision.
I think
that you are more fit to have this than me.
It's for you.
Take it as my goodbye.
Work hard.
Thank you, boss!
[The Diamond Perfection of Wisdom Sutra]
Here.
Please.
Angel investor, Mr. Zhao.
Mr. Zhao, this is Duan Chong.
Sit.
Apologies. Duan Chong?
Zhao Yi.
Nice to meet you.
Sit.
I've heard a lot about you.
It's my honor to be able
to meet you today.
I heard
your market analysis outside today.
That's why I wanted to see you.
I've heard of your company
and it's potential.
But
I'm not very optimistic
about unicorn internet companies
at this time.
They all follow the same path, unable to break
market constraints.
There are also many people following the trend.
Everyone wants to do something new.
But how do you feel about repeating
what others have done
and elevating it to the best?
Have some tea.
I don't like tea.
I only drink cold Coke.
I like you
and your straightforwardness.
Major forums on the internet
are all discussing dreams and aspirations.
But to my mind,
that's all disguise.
How is your company's funding?
In this market,
lots of people ask but few buy.
Even fewer understand.
Mr. Zhao.
I won't beat around the bush.
I'd like to directly ask you
if you're interested in investing in our company.
Yes, I am.
It's getting late now. I have to leave.
I'll have Guo
follow up with you.
Okay?
We'll talk more next time.
Right.
Do you have a girlfriend?
Yes.
That's a pity.
I have a niece that just came back from America.
I think you're her cup of tea.
Thank you.
My relationship is going well.
That's good.
Goodbye.
Here.
Cheers, gorgeous.
Set it up.
I have good news for everyone.
It is related to Mr. Duan and Mr. Cheng.
Mr. Zhao has decided
to invest in CUN.
Didn't Mr. Zhang just tell me
that angel investments weren't reliable?
Some angels don't have wings but some do.
I'm telling you.
Zhao Yi
is notorious for being profit-driven.
You'd better be careful.
Alright, Zhang.
Don't be jealous.
Here, a toast!
Here!
Congratulations, Mr. Duan!
Who's that for?
Actually,
Mr. Zhao really likes you.
But he doesn't like people who contradict him.
Whether or not this deal will go through
is up to you.
Mr. Zhao told me to make sure
that you
drink happily and drink enough
today.
Wait, he shouldn't drink
all this alcohol.
That's right!
Drink it. It's fine.
Thank you, everyone.
Today is indeed
a happy day for our company.
Happy, right?
Cheers to you all.
Wait.
Wait a second.
Mr. Duan.
Don't drink like that.
He's really drinking.
Wow!
I knew you could do it!
Stop drinking!
Can someone stop him?
That's enough.
So cool, Mr. Duan.
So cool!
That's so cool!
Stop encouraging him.
He's a man!
Enough.
That's enough.
Cheers to you.
Slow down.
It's alright. He's done.
That's enough.
Bottom up!
Don't leave any!
Well done.
Almost there.
Stop drinking.
Stop him.
It's alright.
Why stop? He's almost done.
He's got this.
Is he OK?
Look.
Mr. Duan has high tolerance.
Such high tolerance.
So cool!
Great!
So great!
Let's drink!
Hold on. We're almost there.
We're here.
Here.
Wait, don't throw up here.
Don't get it on your clothes.
Feeling better?
Here, rinse.
Rinse your mouth.
I can't drink anymore.
It's not to drink. it's to rinse your mouth.
It's for rinsing!
No, I can't drink anymore.
No one's drinking.
Why did you drink so much?
I feel terrible.
I want to sleep.
Sleep right now.
Let's go to sleep.
Where's the bed?
Over here?
Not there.
There?
Xiao Xiao, you're here.
Okay.
Let's go home.
Can you give me
reflexology?
You idiot,
still thinking about the reflexology.
Help me.
I can't do it by myself.
Do you still want to throw up?
No.
Let's go.
Go.
I'll help you.
(Thank you for instructing me)
(over the past year.)
(After you brought me into YO Media Company,)
(everything here made me feel)
(closer to my dreams.)
(Are we still going to issue the magazine?)
(I can wrap things up quickly.)
How come all the other interns can go
but not me?
You could have completed it
(with one proposal.)
(If based on true details,)
(stories are hard to tell in a general way.)
(Besides,)
(The Under the Mask team never fears trouble.)
(It's not a problem for all of us)
(to work harder.)
(We've been through a lot already.)
(Besides,)
(you said)
(that we can't run away now.)
(The company taught me a lot)
(and gave me a chance to grow.)
I will definitely repay the company.
Keep fighting. I'm going to work now!
♪When was the last time you traveled♪
Beijing is Beijing.
♪Used to returning home after work♪
There's no such thing as another Beijing.
♪To the cold atmosphere♪
Since I squeezed onto a green train
during the Spring Festival three years ago,
Beijing and I have been connected.
♪For this thing called love♪
I want to conquer Beijing.
♪The more touching the love song♪
Or let Beijing conquer me.
♪The more suspicious you become♪
♪Many people come and go♪
♪Meeting and parting♪
♪Someone is crying and drunk♪
♪Alone in Beijing♪
♪Maybe I'll successfully forget♪
♪And slowly grow old♪
♪Can I hold onto♪
♪Some of my memories?♪
♪Many people come and go♪
♪Meeting and parting♪
♪Someone is rushing to escape♪
[Remember to eat breakfast. Love you.]
If we get busier,
you'll have to come and help.
Okay.
Think about it.
Alright.
Xiao Xiao?
I'm here.
You're here.
Shen Ying!
Come here!
Xiao Xiao's here.
Coming!
Let's talk first?
You two first.
You're here.
Congratulations!
Why bother to bring me a present?
Then don't take it.
I want it!
The store is really cute.
Right?
Look at how good the lighting is.
Very nice.
Nice, right?
Let me show you the inside.
This is our makeup room.
This is our changing room.
I'm telling you.
Our makeup artists
are all from top-notch photo studios.
I want to be a makeup artist,
and now I can learn from them.
Can you help me do my makeup?
I might not have time.
So many wedding dresses.
Right.
Very nice.
Do more people rent
or buy the dresses?
Most choose to rent
since people usually get married once.
It's not a good deal to buy it.
That makes sense.
Look at my hat. Is it cute?
So many crystals?
Are they expensive?
Of course.
They were glued on manually.
This one is extremely expensive.
You must have spent a lot of money
getting all the accessories
and dresses.
Yes.
The savings of both Guo Dong and me
can afford to open this store,
but we can't afford too many items.
So we took out a small loan
and it was enough.
Okay.
How about it?
Let's go to chat outside.
Try out my real leather sofa.
Is it real leather?
Of course, it was expensive!
Are you thirsty?
I'll ask Dong to get some water.
Okay.
Dong, two cups of water!
Okay!
Dong.
Xiao Xiao,
have some water.
Thank you.
Long time no see.
That's right.
How are you feeling?
Much better.
You look skinnier now.
Right?
But you are in good condition.
I feel refreshed recently.
Mr. owner.
Go ahead.
Go.
Go ahead.
I'm going. You guys go on and chat.
Okay.
Very nice.
I think
that ever since you opened the store,
both of you have been energetic
and happy.
You are going to marry a rich man.
You won't be jealous of us, right?
Don't pull my leg.
I'm worried about my studio.
Where to open it,
one-story building or a multi-story one
and the rent. There are a lot of hassles.
I'm telling you,
that's not all.
Think about it.
Rent, electricity, water, labor,
heating, and community fees.
Equipment costs,
taxes and other finances.
I've never been good at math.
Now I reckon accounts every day.
My head is about to explode.
It's really hard to do business.
But my situation
isn't as complicated as yours.
It's the same.
As long as you rent a place
to do business,
you have to think about all of this.
It's not as easy as you think.
This is what I'm considering.
In terms of location,
I can choose somewhere further
that is very spacious.
Lighting is the most important.
Or else when I'm filming
or making videos,
it won't look good.
As for the furniture,
I'll get some from IKEA or second-hand markets.
I don't need to work anymore.
Have you told Duan Chong about starting your own business?
Not yet.
He's a successful entrepreneur.
My small dreams and wishes
are childish to him.
I'm trying to figure out the best way
and find the best time to tell him.
Since when have you been so hesitant?
You and Duan Chong are a couple.
Why can't you tell him?
Plus, he loves you so much.
If you tell him,
maybe he can help
and share his experience.
I want to tell him,
but he's been really busy lately
with his investment things
all day.
Sometimes I don't see him for the whole day.
He came back at night yesterday, super drunk.
I felt really bad seeing
how terrible he felt.
Then why do you start your own business?
Just marry him and take care of him.
You can have a few kids
and live happily
as a family.
I would be jealous of that.
Are you nagging me to get married?
What?
Is marriage treating you well?
It's not bad.
When do you and your Dong
go to sleep?
My Dong sometimes sleeps early,
but sometimes not.
♪The metro at 8:30 in the morning♪
♪The crowded streets♪
♪The sunlight with a little warmth♪
♪Is shining as it always does♪
♪Inside the stuffy carriage♪
♪Filled with expressionless faces♪
♪Next to the juddering window♪
♪A pair of confused eyes♪
♪I've doubted myself countless times♪
♪A sleepless night, a few tears shed♪
♪When my ears are filled with the sounds of doubt♪
♪And I choke back my tears as I get pulled into the crowd♪
♪The glittering neon lights♪
♪Drifting alone in the middle of the city♪
♪Where is the place that belongs to me♪
♪Maybe in some corner♪
♪Pretending to be composed when I'm hurting♪
♪Because I believe in what's left of my little dream♪
♪If I announce my failure today♪
♪So what can be done?♪
♪Even the least popular singer♪
♪Has their own audience♪
♪In this coolest world♪
♪Give yourself a hug♪
♪I may fall but I keep moving forward♪
♪I was moved by myself♪