♪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 34]
[Blindness can increase your courage because you cannot see the danger. -Jonathan Swift]
(Hello, how may I assist you?)
(Hello, I'd like to ask)
(if there are commercial houses for rent?)
(Sister Nuo.)
(Let's grab coffee tonight.)
(What? You're not busy today?)
(I'll tell you more at night.)
Are you moved
after seeing someone else get married?
Not really.
Where's Duan Chong?
Why didn't he come today?
His meetings are about deals
worth tens of millions of dollars.
He super busy every day.
I can hear the resentfulness of a lamenting woman.
I'm not.
Sister Nuo.
I resigned.
You resigned?
I knew that you would react like this.
Wait,
wasn't work going well?
Why did you resign?
Yes, I know
that I'm being quite troublesome.
The company just offered me a promotion and raise,
but there is a ball of anger
in my heart
that just keeps burning.
It's been burning strong for a whole year.
I think
that if I don't do what I really want to do,
then this ball of fire will burn me to death.
I can tell
that you're completely dedicated to the journalism award now.
It's not that specific.
Did you know?
Lu Mang applied
to transfer to an international onsite team.
The kind that flies
all over the world 365 days a year.
The kind of job
that heads straight for danger.
Also before he left, he told me
that he had been encouraged by
my resignation.
See?
My resignation was a good thing.
Not only did I burn myself,
I also burned someone else.
Right?
Then I can have to support you.
You're still so young
and still have your youth.
What is youth for?
Besides dating,
it's to waste away.
So take something like this
as an experience.
It's good
to give it a try.
That's right.
I invited you out
so you can encourage me.
Continue. I want to hear more.
But as your older sister,
I want to remind you
that entrepreneurship sounds great
and is very admirable.
But the process is extremely hard.
And the results are
unpredictable.
A group of people working together is also entrepreneurship.
Achieving high performance goals at a big company
can also reflect a person's value.
Wait, Sister Nuo,
Why do I feel like
your encouragement
is making me me sound like
a brat who made a mistake?
I think that right now,
you should hurry home,
go to your roof,
and send a signal to the universe.
Stop poking fun of me.
Sending a signal really is useful.
Why won't you believe me?
I know it's useful.
Your voice is so loud,
the universe will definitely hear it.
So what's next?
Any specific plans?
Nothing in particular yet.
Did you know?
Scientists say
that your brain will also become congested
if it is always working.
That's why I've decided
to not think about anything tomorrow.
I will sleep until I naturally wake up
and be useless for a day.
Then why are you still drinking coffee?
It's a habit.
Mister.
I would like a glass of milk, thank you.
Oh no.
We're late!
Why are you up?
Didn't you want to sleep for three days and nights?
Oh...then...take your time sleeping.
Breakfast...I won't make you breakfast.
I'm going out.
[CUN]
Bing Yue!
Let me tell you, this is great!
Do you guys have
those women with very long legs and amazing figures?
Yes, we have all kinds of women!
Okay!
Then bring me one.
What are you doing?
This is Mr. Duan.
Hi, Mr. Duan.
I'll talk to you in a bit.
Let me show you something good.
What are you doing?
What's going on?
Wait let me tell you.
Those people outside
are called consolers for programmers.
This is an emerging occupation.
They also make a lot,
at least five figures a month.
What do you think?
So?
I'll arrange
it for them
so that their efficiency will surge up.
Look at this!
Is this even a company?
No, they...
Yes, I do have my own selfish motives,
but isn't Mr. Zhao coming?
I wanted them to work more.
You want Zhao Yi to see this when he comes?
To see just how
undisciplined these employees are?
Clubbing at the office,
right?
No, I...
They're very efficient right now!
Very efficient?
Yeah.
Everyone is very efficient,
dancing so happily!
Cheng Xu.
You get ten minutes.
Either they leave, or you leave.
Isn't that too much?
Mr. Cheng.
Since Mr. Duan doesn't like it,
then let's end here.
I personally think
that the customer experience is great.
If you are okay with it,
please come pay the bill.
Oh right!
If you don't need
us now or in the future,
then you won't be able to get the discount price.
Miss.
We've been searching for two days
and looked at seven to eight houses.
You weren't satisfied with any of them.
What exactly are you looking for?
I'm sorry, sir.
Those were either too big,
too small, or don't have good lighting.
None of them
are fit to be an office.
Of course,
the main reason is because I
have a limited budget.
I will get a bigger and better house in the future
when my property rises in value
and my business flourishes.
I will definitely ask for your help again.
Apologies for this time,
but please help see if there are any more suitable houses.
Okay.
I'll take a look for you.
Ying, I'm leaving now
for a few other things.
-I'm sorry -Thank you.
You've worked hard.
Bye.
You've been looking forever and still haven't found a house.
When can you move out?
It's really hard to start my own business.
I didn't expect that the first step would be so hard.
You were right.
Why is it so complicated?
Did Duan Chong not give you any advice?
He's been busy recently.
Is there something you're not telling me?
Forget it.
I'll help you ask
the person Guo Dong found
and see if there are any suitable houses.
Okay.
I still think
you should discuss this with Duan Chong,
and avoid any family conflicts.
Shen Ying.
Do you ever get this feeling?
Lately,
I've been feeling like Duan Chong is like my mother.
There are so many things I don't dare tell him.
I'm a bit afraid of him.
Do you feel that way?
Are you afraid of Guo Dong?
No.
He's scared of me.
Right?
Isn't it usually the guys who are scared of girls?
Why would I be scared of him?
Because you're a wimp.
[Lemonade in the fridge] [Don't starve and miss me.]
Lad, you've already had four bottles.
Are you still waiting for your girlfriend?
No, I'm just thirsty.
Why would I wait for her?
I'm back.
Where did you go?
What's wrong?
Who angered you?
It's been a week
since you told me you resigned.
Did I see you at all this week?
You're even busier now than when you were working.
You might as well return to work.
I told you from the very beginning
that I didn't resign to stay at home all day.
I want to be like you
and do the things I truly enjoy.
But I'm not as capable as you
and don't have as many employees at the company.
I need to do everything myself.
I will definitely be busier in the early stages.
Please understand me.
I can help and support you in everything
you want to do.
But shouldn't be understanding of me too?
I told you before
that there many things I need to do at the company.
The series B funding is very complicated.
When I'm under pressure
and busy everyday,
I just want to come home and see you.
I want you to be home waiting for me.
But now?
I'm sorry.
After I have my own office,
I will set a fixed time
to be at home with you every day.
That way,
I won't need to rush back and forth.
Okay?
What office?
The office where I will be doing self-media.
I know
that in the beginning,
I might have to invest more.
But it'll be worth it later on.
Think about it.
By then,
I will have my own computer room.
I can paint the walls
the colors I like,
and shoot whatever I want.
And when I meet with clients...
How about this?
I'll treat you to a feast
and tell you about my plans.
You can give me some suggestions. How about it?
Let's go.
I don't want to. Let's get delivery.
Okay then.
What do you want to eat?
Whatever.
Here.
Thank you.
I've been craving this for so long.
I want to tell you something.
Yeah?
I recently found
an amazing workplace for you.
There's a garden
and it's gorgeous.
Seriously. I never had that kind of treatment back then.
That's unnecessary.
You're worried about money?
Don't worry about money,
You can leave all the finances to me.
No, this is not about money.
I've already looked at a lot of houses
and have a bunch of options.
There's one that's great and is a bargain.
I'm going to sign the contract tomorrow.
Do you feel upset when I help you?
No.
I'm really happy when you help me, really.
Duan Chong, this is very generous.
Really generous. But you know
that since I resigned,
I've been planning my office.
This is my first time starting a business.
I would feel more accomplished if I did it myself.
You can definitely understand, right?
Alright, don't be unhappy.
How about this'?
Let's go to IKEA tomorrow.
I still haven't
decided on how I will furnish my office.
We can shop for furniture
and decorate it, okay?
Okay.
Okay?
Okay.
Here.
I don't want it.
Have a bite.
Only kids eat this.
It's delicious!
Is it good?
What?
Is it good?
It's all right.
Is this a plate or a bowl?
This is good.
This design is quite unique.
It's... it's nice,
but my office isn't this style.
Thank you.
If it's not this style,
we can change it to this style.
Xiao, look at this.
This one's nice.
What's it for?
To store jewelry, cosmetics and whatnot.
I don't have any jewelry. Why would I buy it?
I'll buy it for you.
I really think this one's nice.
Nine hundred and nine.
It's not expensive. The owner of this place is my friend.
Don't worry, it's discounted.
Why is everyone your friend?
Of course, I have friends everywhere.
Xiao Xiao, I think this one's nice.
The workmanship is very impressive.
I think that in my previous life...
What is this?
It's probably for aerating wine.
Put it in your office.
What if you need to have a drink with someone,
right?
You can hold wine in this,
right?
It looks like a chamber pot.
Do you know what that is?
Yes.
You still want it?
Put it back.
What's wrong with that?
Even if it's a chamber pot,
it's a beautiful one. Am I right?
We can both use it.
I don't need it.
But I do.
Good boy, put it back.
Then we came here for nothing.
We can't leave empty handed, right?
Let's go to IKEA.
Let's go.
Let's keep looking?
Come on!
Let's keep looking. Look with me.
[Sanlitun, Taiguli]
Why did you bring me here?
I want to go to IKEA.
Look at the time.
IKEA will close soon.
Then let it close.
Is that more important than getting new clothes?
My attention right now is focused on the office.
How can I be in the mood to buy clothes?
Let's go.
I'm telling you.
Since you're
opening your office by yourself,
you need to dress even better.
You can leave all your worries
to me, okay?
Right now, you are my girlfriend.
In the future, you might
need to meet many friends and clients with me,
and attend all kinds of events.
Right?
That's why you should dress classier
and more presentable.
That way I'll won't be embarrassed.
What are you trying to say?
Does the way I dress embarrass you?
No.
Also, so what if you're a boss?
Does that mean I have to be decked out in luxury goods
and brands?
Why is your definition of a boss so superficial?
Then...
You...
I bought all of this myself.
What's wrong with them?
These are pretty
but they don't match my income,
got it?
If I'm not comfortable wearing it,
others won't be comfortable seeing me in it,
and I'll be more awkward.
In the future, perhaps I'll buy them
when I can.
But it won't be now.
Okay.
Let's go.
I've think I understand your viewpoint.
It's very logical.
But I want to.
Let's go.
I don't care if you like it or not.
I'm happy wearing it.
Wait.
Why are you angry?
[Sanlitun, Taiguli]
Why are you here?
Why don't you go in?
I need to ask you something.
Why didn't Duan Chong come
on such an important day?
He's busy.
Also, we're all colleagues.
He'll probably feel uncomfortable.
Right?
Really?
What really? What are you thinking about?
Don't lie to me.
I'm not.
Come in, quick.
Come in.
Sorry for being a poor host.
Xiao Xiao,
this place is great.
I love it.
From now on, I'll be a frequent guest.
Okay.
You want to be a frequent guest?
Be careful of being fired.
So what if I'm fired?
Then Xiao Xiao will take me in.
This minimalist style really suits you.
Also, the name Small World
[Small World]
is really great.
It's alright.
Oh right, what are your future plans?
I heard that the self-media industry is dark.
There are also unspoken industry rules.
Which platforms are you planning to work with?
I've thought about it.
The biggest one.
The deeper the water, the bigger the waves.
But the first step
is to recruit new staff.
What is your expected salary?
At least twenty thousand a month.
What is your company's salary?
How about benefits?
Do I need to work overtime?
I live really far
from the office.
I can't accept overtime.
Umm...
Who is applying?
Her! My daughter.
How about this, Auntie,
why don't you wait over there first?
It's fine.
I have her information.
I'll sit here and listen.
I won't bother you guys.
I graduated from a world-renown university
and I have experience working for BBC.
I'm not asking for much to return home
and do self-media.
You guys do self-media?
I've never heard of it.
May I ask
why you chose to apply to my company?
I...
She saw
your hiring ad online
and thought the company has good prospects,
so she wanted to come give it a try.
She wants to join your team
and build the company.
I can't get into the details
but I want you to trust my diploma.
After all, diplomas can't be faked.
Have you heard of fragment reading?
I developed it.
I...
She has work experience.
She interned at an internet company.
She also did operations.
She has work experience.
They required me to do overtime.
Whatever.
As for you guys, I will stay
if you choose me because of my abilities.
I will leave if you force me
to work overtime.
After all, I don't need the money.
My daughter is a bit shy,
but she's very kind and gentle.
She can especially bear hardships.
You're Teng Xiao Xiao?
You are...?
I'm here to interview.
I'm sorry.
I don't think we received your resume
in the list of applicants.
Isn't it better to see the real person?
Sit.
My name is Tao, meaning ceramic (*Tao means ceramic in Chinese)
You seem young.
You're the boss?
Not really.
I'm just working for myself.
Then I believe
we will work well together.
It's been two months
since my last job at a media company.
You're the first boss I've been interested in.
You've worked at a media platform before?
I can see
that you've worked in many companies
and you've got a lot of experience.
You should be pretty capable.
Why did you keep changing jobs?
I didn't like those bosses.
Why should I stay if I don't enjoy it?
I think that
people
must do things they enjoy,
so I fired my boss.
But you're different. I like you.
You don't look mean at all.
Rather, you look quite cute.
Water?
I'll get you hot water.
I was kidding.
I
like those who are persistent
but also strive forward creatively.
I could feel that
from your recruiting statement.
You are the one I'm looking for.
Any other questions?
Don't hesitate.
Someone starting out like you
needs talented people like me.
Don't worry,
I am definitely a law-abiding citizen.
Do you have any salary requirements?
Since we've just started...
We can go with the number posted online.
I have a house in Beijing,
so don't need to worry about rent. It'll cover my meals.
Okay, welcome to the team.
I'll start work tomorrow.
It's okay, don't worry.
No.
I... I really don't want to go.
I really don't want to go.
I... I can't walk properly
wearing this dress.
Also, didn't I tell you last time?
Don't buy such expensive things for me.
And that bag...
I won't use wear
or use them.
Why not?
I'll buy you a bunch of them for backup.
Leave them at home in case you need it.
If you go with me dressed up so nicely,
I will look good.
You will dazzle everyone.
No,
I'm really not used to such occasions.
You'll get used to it.
Right now, you are an entrepreneur.
You need to try to broaden your prospects.
I specifically told my friends
to bring
more of their friends from your industry.
You should interact with them
and talk about your profession,
right?
You're good at interacting with others.
They are all your partners in business.
I'm here to accompany you.
I'm afraid I...
Afraid of what?
You're here, Mr. Duan.
This is...?
My girlfriend.
Your girlfriend is gorgeous.
See, even she says you're beautiful.
Let's go. It'll be fine.
Mr. Duan.
Over here, Mr. Duan.
Mr. Jia.
It's been a while.
It really has.
Let me introduce my girlfriend.
I was wondering why
you wouldn't let us meet your girlfriend.
Sister-in-law is beautiful.
She's a beauty, Mr. Duan.
Thank you.
No.
It's mainly because she was
a producer at YO Media Company previously.
She's now venturing out on her own,
so she hasn't had much time.
Let's not talk about this for now.
Where are the people I asked you to bring?
Here.
Mr. Duan,
you're here. They're all over there.
Mr. Zhao.
They are all influential players in self-media.
I'll bring sister-in-law over
to meet them.
Let's go. I'll go with you.
Let's go.
Mr. Duan.
There's something I need to talk to you about.
You can leave everything to Mr. Zhao.
No problem.
Please help me take care
of my girlfriend, Mr. Zhao.
Okay, Mr. Duan.
Let's go.
Come, Sister-in-law.
Go.
It's alright, don't be shy.
They're all friends.
Come, ladies.
Let me introduce someone.
This is Duan Chong's girlfriend,
Ms. Teng Xiao Xiao.
Hi.
Let me tell you guys.
Those are looking for investors, money,
partnerships or financing today,
let me tell you,
all need to rely on you talking skills.
You guys need to take good care of our sister-in-law.
Got it?
Got it, Mr. Zhao.
You can go now!
Go.
I'm telling you guys...
Sit here.
Why sit there?
Come sit here.
Move over, sit here
Waiter, a glass of wine.
Here, sit.
Thank you.
Hi, I'm Yang Le Le.
I'm Teng Xiao Xiao.
Did he say that you were planning to do self media?
What aspect do you want to do?
Mainly common points
of interest
in self-media and society.
We're all here today with a mission.
This way,
we can interact more and share our experiences.
If you have any questions...
Stop!
Who are you?
I... I forgot.
Forgot?
Who exactly are you?
I'm Teng Xiao Xiao's friend.
Put down the knife first.
Who are you?
I'm her new hire.
Your hair is quite interesting.
How much gel did you put on?
Your hairstyle is exactly the same
as my old lizard.
Yeah?
Here, touch it.
It's prickly isn't it?
I use one can of gel a day.
It's so fun.
Right?
Let me tell you.
They don't understand.
They don't understand art.
How is it, cool right?
Not cool, but it's fun.
No, touch it properly.
What are you two doing?
You're here?
You two are hitting it off.
I could hear you guys from the hallway.
Why are you here?
Duan Chong has to see a client today
and sent me to bring this.
What is it? It's such a big box.
Seems like some decor.
Thanks for bringing it over.
It's okay.
Let me introduce you.
This is my boyfriend's bro,
Cheng Xu.
This is my new colleague, Tao.
Nice to meet you.
I'm going now.
Okay, bye.
Bye.
Cheng Xu.
I'll remember you.
Bye.
I also have one.
Yours isn't as fun as his.
What is going on with you two?
[CUN]
Mr. Zhao.
You're back, boss.
Mr. Zhao's been waiting.
Go.
Mr. Zhao.
You're back?
Drinking in daylight?
Everything is ready.
We're only missing the last round of funding.
How are you feeling?
You'll soon become the boss of a public company.
I'm pretty calm.
Everyone has worked hard for so long,
it's only natural to receive something in return.
I like your aura of youth.
Back then, I worked with you guys
because of your drive.
And because
you are different from other internet companies.
That is much more important than skills and talent.
What's going on?
This is not our first meeting.
Why are you praising me so much today?
All humans have a weakness. It's the same for everyone.
Your biggest problem
is that you're too loyal
for important matters.
Is there a problem?
Of course there is.
The current stock allocation for CUN
is incredibly unreasonable.
Duan Chong.
Have you ever considered
who would be the one actually in charge
once the company goes public?
For operations, Cheng Xu and I.
But you are still in charge of financing.
That's the problem.
We've just passed Series A.
In the future, I will be
financing a lot for CUN.
My shares aren't enough.
That's easy.
I'll discuss it with Cheng Xu later,
and we will allocate
some of our stock
to future shareholders.
You still
don't understand what I mean.
You are the founder of CUN.
The arrangement.
There can only be one CEO for a company.
Technology directors like Cheng Xu
are everywhere.
But he's my brother.
Mr. Zhao.
Here's the thing.
Even though he is my brother,
that is definitely
not why he has so many shares.
He is also one of the founders of CUN.
We came together,
so we need to go together.
Thank you for your suggestion.
But I think that the core spirit of any business
is more important than changing circumstances.
CUN was founded on the basis
of partnership.
That's why I believe people shouldn't forget their roots.
What do you think?
I'm not trying
to wreck the company's system of values.
I'm also thinking of the company's future.
Even if you take all of Cheng Xu's shares,
you can still be brothers.
Actually,
I am worried for your sake.
Thank you, Mr. Zhao.
Thank you for joining our company
and bringing us to a brighter future.
But the current allocation of shares
was decided when the company was founded.
I don't want to change anything about that right now.
Okay.
It's existence is reasonable.
I respect your wishes.
But Duan Chong,
business
and life are the same
but also separate.
There's both good and bad.
Think about it carefully.
I don't need to think.
There's no room for discussion.
Goodbye.
What kind of expression is that?
You don't seem satisfied.
I know
that it seems like I'm sucking up to the market,
but there's nothing I can do.
I've never had the pressure of venturing on my own before.
I've always wanted to do around
realism with far-reaching significance.
But now,
if we want to get into the new media market,
we need to play to site traffic
and popularity.
This isn't profound enough?
What popularity?
These are all serious topics.
None of your topics
will drive
site traffic.
Then what draws attention?
But I can't just write whatever
for the sake of traffic.
Site traffic is supported by content.
I can't just blindly write
for the platform fees.
Look,
if you want to attend a good college,
you need to first get in right?
Right now,
you can't pass the platform evaluation without any clicks.
Then what will we fight with in the long term?
I've only got a bit more experience than you.
I've also looked through your topics.
It's not a big problem.
But it's not the time to do these now.
For deep topics like yours,
two weeks.
Writing about them for two weeks is considered short.
When will we get on the platform?
Right now, we need clicks.
Getting in is the most important.
How do we get in?
How do we increase our click-through rate?
I think that
we've just started.
It's very important to set our tone.
I can't
follow the trends and write
nonsense articles simply clicks.
No.
You're right.
We need to find content within the trending topics.
Where are all of the hot topics?
We must go where the hot topics are.
It's useless to argue with me right now.
I'm doing it for the sake of Small World.
Why are you looking at me like that?
Let me see
what kind of topics there are.
How about this one?
The need for a second income?
I had two video meetings this morning.
Sorry to keep you waiting.
It's fine, I just arrived.
This is yours?
So professional.
Your sister said that you are coming to chat with me about whatever.
I didn't prepare anything.
No,
we're just casually chatting.
Did you want to style your hair?
I don't need to?
No.
It's just that
recently,
I've been following a real time subject.
Mr. Fang.
Do you need us to attend
Hua Tuo's board lunch with you this afternoon?
Yes, you can arrange.
Okay.
Take the medicine.
What is this?
Don't you have a cold?
It's alright.
You should eat it.
Continue.
Oh right.
your sister told me
a topic. What was is?
Necessity?
Necessity of a second income.
Right, second income.
Yes.
Actually this is...
How do a I put it? A hot topic lately.
I personally find it rather interesting.
It's mainly saying
that for advanced industries,
out of necessity...
Hello?
No,
that proposal was rejected
because I felt like their company didn't have enough experience.
Tell them to search again.
Okay.
I'm sorry.
It's fine.
Where was I?
Right.
Those in advanced industries
have more of a need for a second income.
Brother-in-law, as you know,
I am a novice at finance.
So
I asked Sister Nuo to help me ask for your advice.
The medicine was stuck in my throat.
It's fine.
About what you said,
I haven't thought about it.
But I can help you find out more.
Using me as an example,
do you think that trading stock
counts as a second income?
Of course!
You even have experience in it.
If a second source of income is like a pyramid,
then you're the one on top.
Am I that successful?
Then let's start
if you're ready.
Of course it'll be fine. Let's start.
Okay.
Brother-in-law, do you want some more hot water?
No, I'm fine.
Good?
In a bit, you can talk to the camera
or to me.
Do it in any way that you find comfortable.
I'll just talk to you.
Three, two, one.
Action.
Brother-in-law...
Mr. Fang.
♪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♪
♪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 small 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♪