" Our Glamourous Time "
Episode 9
There are many security blind-spots at your neighbourhood.
The three main entrances are rarely guarded.
The guard rail was broken too. That means...
the security is as good as none.
Before the police solve the case, you should stay here.
Wasp and Monkey can help you too.
It may not be as cosy here,
but at least it's safe.
Do you mind?
I am...
I will give you a hand.
- Move Lin Qian's stuffs upstairs. - Yes.
Thank you.
Ask me if you need anything. We will be neighbours from now on.
Did you check the inventory list for Varna?
Me and the project team were keeping a close eye on it the whole time.
There should be no issues.
Letter of Authorization is on the table.
The signature seal is in my shirt.
Take them and handle the deal for me.
- You want me to go? - I can't go in this state.
The total deliveries amount is confirmed.
You just need to follow the procedure and stamp the seal.
Okay.
So...
So, rest well.
Remember the seal.
What is on your mind?
Save it for later. Come with me.
- I am meeting Varna for... - No!
So, Mr. Li didn't come to work for three days.
Any insider news?
Is the company really closing down?
No, it won't. Don't be ridiculous.
Sit down and listen to me. Have a seat.
Haven't you heard?
The rumours are all over the place.
They say Mr. Li fears that we won't get the project,
he was so angry that he fell sick.
And the company is short on money...
No,
don't listen to their nonsense. That's not true.
Li Zhi Cheng is on a business trip.
What? Li Zhi Cheng?
Someone was still calling him Mr. Li not long ago.
Now she is calling him by his name, 'Li Zhi Cheng'.
- Really? - Tell me.
What are you hiding from me?
What could we possibly do? We didn't do anything.
You don't have to hide anything from me.
Who else can you tell if not me?
I am your best friend and sister.
I am the little parasite living inside you.
Just tell me.
We are just like ordinary employer and the employee.
- There is nothing special. - Be honest with me.
You have another chance, say it.
I found out about something.
Can you say it in a complete sentence? Spit it out now!
He is...
What is it?
actually...
the major...
that saved me at Yunnan.
Oh my god!
Not even the plots of dramas are as surprising.
When did you find out he is your Prince Charming?
Wait, what? What Prince Charming?
I am warning you, don't tell anyone.
This is between you, me and...
In two hours,
the fabrics from Varna...
will be delivered to Ai Da's warehouse.
Mr. Ning, we found a few other qualified fabric suppliers.
We don't need another supplier.
I don't even care what this cursed project will turn up to be!
I want to make something clear to all of you.
This Ming Sheng project,
from the aspect of profit, this is just a mid-range project!
We don't need project like this, there are plenty of them around!
What is this for Ai Da?
This project is their life saver.
What you want...
is to beat Ai Da to the ground.
We can't be sitting ducks and let Ai Da succeed.
If Ai Da is saved,
Wen Da will rise again.
I know you remember how Wen Da monopolized the market.
If that happens,
all of our effort will be in vain!
Now, we need to take the fabrics from Varna...
to completely defeat Ai Da.
But Mr Ning,
the chairman clearly said we won't buy it.
We shouldn't disobey and make the deal.
You are being petty over a little money?
Forget it.
You may leave now.
He sent me home after we got off work from overtime one night.
But someone broke into my house. It was so dangerous.
He had a fight with the burglar. He got wounded while protecting me.
He is actually resting.
He is at upstairs.
In his room.
Then...
Then?
There is more? What's next?
So, in order to ensure my safety,
he brought me to where he lives.
I live in the room next to him.
- Cohabitation! - I knew you would say that!
No, it's all the same! Indirect cohabitation.
- No! - I bet with ten pack of snacks!
A man and a lady under the same roof, and damsel living with her hero,
this is how the main characters in drama goes.
If even this didn't go well, not even heaven can accept this fate.
This is chance of the lifetime, miss it and lose it for good!
You must hold onto it!
But, Ya Yi,
I am a very reserved person.
We are merely colleagues.
We may meet very often,
but my feelings for him is...
more towards admiration.
Admiration?
Stop bluffing.
I know you well. You are in denial!
Besides, weren't you looking for him all these time?
Now, you meet again and reunited with one another.
Mr. Li is in bad shape.
How are you going to look after him?
- It's just... - Conquer him!
Yes, conquer him!
My goodness! Ya Yi, you are scaring me!
No, I am being serious.
- Are you coming or not? Hurry. - Fine.
That wasn't precise enough,
- I will tell you another one. - Come on.
Tell the lawyer and accountant to be prepared.
Come in.
Father.
I got two bottles of your favourite white wine.
Now is not the time for a drink,
neither is this the place.
I know, you want to know about Ning Wei Kai.
Nothing escape your senses.
But Father, Ai Da is focusing on developing the turnout jacket.
They might prevail as a dark horse.
I think Ning Wei Kai's analysis is precise.
- If we don't pick up the pace... - I know.
I have my men keeping tabs on this matter.
Yet you are so calm.
I've been waiting for someone.
I am waiting for someone to talk to Ning Wei Kai,
someone who can persuade him.
And now that person is here.
Father.
Go on.
Han Jing, what brings you here?
Mr. Ning, I am here to bring you a good news.
How did you talk the chairman out of this?
My father can be rather clumsy sometimes.
But he never questions your loyalty.
And I have faith in your decision.
That is great. I will ask the lawyer here now.
I got that done on my way here.
Mr. Ning, the contract is ready. It's stamped too.
Okay.
Call Mr. Varna at once.
Han Jing,
This favour I owe you...
This is for our common goal.
Thank you.
Hello? Mr. Varna?
Mr. Ning, I don't think there is anything we can discuss now.
I know, I am sorry to have let you down.
But rest assured, it won't happen again.
Mr. Varna, long time no see.
I thought we are meeting at the warehouse.
I got the inventory list ready.
Have a seat.
I have something to tell you.
The atmosphere here is more peaceful.
If it's not something urgent,
we can talk about it after handling the turnover.
I have thought it through.
What we need now is cash.
The deposit from Ai Da is...
simply too meagre for us.
And most of the remaining amount...
will only be received after three months.
We don't have that much time.
What is the meaning of this?
I am terminating the contract.
That is rather irresponsible.
We signed the contract.
Indeed.
But a contract can be signed or terminated.
Mr. Varna, I respect you a lot.
I appreciate the friendship we have.
- But now... - Miss Lin, I am a businessman.
Business is business.
Both the deposit and the compensation...
will be paid in three working days.
But don't forget,
Ai Da offered the olive branch when your company is in need.
Your decision really lacks proper consideration.
Miss Lin, I have the responsibility...
to provide my company with greater profit.
Friendship and business are two different matters.
Miss Lin, don't bother wasting your breath on this ingrate.
Listen,
you are making this mistake in the land of China.
I'll see how you get away with this after we spread the words around!
We have the technologies.
China needs our resources.
Besides, we are following the contract.
We will pay for the compensation.
It's not good enough. You didn't point out his charisma.
Enough of your explanation. When can you submit the draft?
Grace!
What are you snapping at? Calm down and speak.
Have you heard? Li Zhi Cheng is wounded.
- Is it bad? - I heard he was stabbed.
Stabbed?
Grace, what brings you here?
Stay down. Don't get up.
Is it bad?
I am fine. I got wounded in a lot in missions.
I am used to it.
I heal a little faster than others too.
Where is the wound?
It's still bleeding.
Did you see a doctor?
- I am fine. - This is not fine.
The weather is warm, what if the wound gets septic?
I will bring you a doctor later, okay?
- Thank you. - No need to thank me.
Your brother helped me a lot in the past.
Taking care of you is the least I can do.
I will get you some water.
Grace, I am curious.
- How did you meet my brother? - Have some water.
Thank you.
You want to know how we met?
It's funny when you think about it.
Back then, I was just an editor.
My editor in chief always lectured me.
Look at the year-end publish of Design Era.
They even got an interview with William.
And you? All you got are some unknown designers.
Either the way, you have one week.
I don't care what means you use.
If you can't get an interview with Dai Fei,
I must reconsider your value in this company.
Mr. Dai Fei, nice to meet you.
I am from H Magazine.
I have been trying to get an interview with you.
But you never replied.
Mr. Dai Fei, I have been waiting for so long, please.
Mr. Dai, I have been waiting here for you.
Mr. Dai Fei?
- Baby, you are here. - Hi.
I miss you so much.
What if your wife finds out?
It doesn't matter. She is not in Linhai.
Stop it.
Someone is there. Who is that?
You! What are you doing?
Hello? A paparazzi got a picture of me.
She just went down, stop her at the front door!
Sorry, excuse me.
Hello, how may I help you?
I am sorry, someone is after me.
I took a photo of his affair.
I will leave once he is gone. Please.
You're not afraid of offending him?
From a job's perspective,
I do hope he can get me an article. But from conscience point of view,
I loath the very thought of affair.
I need to let his wife know about his doings.
I don't think this contradict anything, right?
Right.
Let me introduce myself. I am Li Zhi Qian.
Nice to meet you.
The CEO from Wen Da Corporation shares that name too.
Yes.
Could it be...
that's you?
That's me.
- What happened next? - Next?
I thought you only want to know how I met him.
I just wish to learn a little details.
Then...
Excuse me, I need to answer a call.
Hello? Cindy? What's up?
I am outside.
Sure, I will be right back.
Goodbye.
Excuse me, I must leave now. There is work at the office.
Rest well. I will visit you again.
- Han Jing? - Let me introduce you.
This is Mr. Ning, CEO of Xin Bao Rui.
- This is Mr. Han, and Mr. Liang. - Hello.
- He is so handsome. - Right!
A thoughtful dinner plan, Miss Zhu.
You brought out so many big shots even without a special occasion.
A sight to behold.
Since everyone is free today,
I thought we can have dinner together.
Come.
It's pleasure to meet you.
Nice to meet you.
Have a seat.
This is a sample from my company.
If you don't mind, you can put this on first.
I will escort you downstairs.
Just to be safe.
Try out their Macaron.
I heard they are good.
This tastes good.
You like it? You can have it all.
- Take your time. - Thank you.
I don't earn as much as you do, but I can afford to treat you this.
Bill, please!
Okay.
The bill is on me next time.
Why do you always ask for the simple things?
I don't want to scare you off with complicated request.
Tomorrow at the old place.
Let me see just how scary you can be.
You are never late.
You are making an exception today.
I have been waiting for you at the restaurant.
The victim was the CEO of Wen Da Corporation, Li Zhi Qian.
This can't be happening.
Li Zhi Cheng and I...
talked a lot about you today.
It's as though...
you are right by my side...
and never left.
Honestly,
I don't have the courage to miss you.
I don't want to either.
That smells great. Lin Qian,
I am surprised.
I am sorry.
He found someone who offered a higher price.
It's not your fault. It's my duty.
I look too highly of Varna.
How is this your fault?
I didn't do a good job.
So, what should we do now?
- Without Varna's goods... - Lin Qian.
The other fabrics...
Let's talk after finishing the meal, okay?
I am really sorry.
I am...
Lin Qian, thank you.
You did your best.
If you have a better job offer,
I shall just...
You want me to leave?
I am the helmsman. Ai Da is a big ship.
There are something I can handle on my own.
But I won't force my crew...
to stay on this sinking ship.
So, I am the sailor.
As long as the ship doesn't sink,
I will...
abandon the ship.
Don't underestimate me.
I am very happy today.
As of just now, Varna's goods are delivered to our workshop.
The mass production has started.
This time,
we will strike with momentum.
Crush Ai Da to the ground.
Mr. Ning is right, if launch an all-out strike,
Ai Da is nothing but a ship stuck on reef.
Losing the fabric supply...
is Ai Da's issue from exterior.
Next, we need to wreak havoc within Ai Da.
Mr. Ning, we have informed Mr. Chen's men about...
the blown deal of Ai Da with Tacs.
Si Mei Qi has a department specialized for spamming rumours.
Chen Zheng will never lose a chance...
to teach Ai Da a lesson.
We need to add some fuel to this blazing fire.
Inform the human resources, target with relevance...
and poach technical specialists from Ai Da.
Yes, Mr. Ning.
Let's see just how...
you struggle out of this mess.
What is going on?
Where are the others?
Mr. Gu.
Haven't you heard?
About what?
This was sent to the workers' group chat last night.
" Cooperation Partner of Ai Da Terminated the Contract "
Li Zhi Cheng, come out!
Come out! Show yourself!
Show yourself, Li Zhi Cheng!
You even come back late as a group.
Do you know what time is it?
You are all late. This is the last time.
- Get changed and start jogging. - Don't be absurd!
Ming Sheng Corporation is in trouble, and you want us to jog?
According to whom?
I am done with you. You can't call the shots.
We want Li Zhi Cheng here.
Mr. Li is still on a business trip.
Call him now.
Call him!
- Call him! - What are you waiting for?
Come in.
You are awake.
Have a seat.
So...
I've been thinking the whole night.
I...
I plan to contact other suppliers starting today.
Let Ya Yi know if you need anything.
She will be on call. She is no outsider either.
Just tell her what you need.
Contact me if you need anything.
You won't call him in front of us.
I bet he is not on a business trip.
He is running away!
You gave us your words.
After taking the project of Ming Sheng,
you will give out bonuses..
Now? Even this great chance was lost!
Right! Without the fabrics, all previous plans are useless!
How do we even compete with other companies?
No resources and experience.
We are wasting our time working for you here!
All the big companies are trying to hire us.
That's worth a lot. We should consider a contingency plan, right?
- Yes! - We can't go unpaid!
- Yes. - We can't simply leave!
Listen to me,
we followed him on morning jog for one whole month.
We are exhausted. We need to be compensated!
- Am I right? - Yes!
Pay us!
Everyone, calm down.
There are indeed rumours about the issues with fabric supply.
Even if there is a problem,
we can solve it together, right?
- Yes. - I think Li Zhi Cheng...
has no means to turn the tide this time.
The supplier broke the deal.
The Ming Sheng project is over.
Li Zhi Cheng's promises are nothing now!
- No! - Come out now!
Li Zhi Cheng, come out!
What's going on?
- I'll go take a look. - Don't move.
I will go.
Bring him out!
Calm down, everyone. Listen to me!
The fate of Ming Sheng's project is not decided yet.
Please, don't create any disturbance here!
Shut it, Li Zhi Cheng is upstairs.
Do you think you can fool us?
-Let's go after him! - Wait!
- You can't go! Stop! - What is this all about?
Behave yourselves!
Lin, you are victim as well.
You worked here for so long.
Li Zhi Cheng is incapable of realizing your designs.
You should be on our side.
Why would I be on your side?
Do you think there is another way except Ai Da?
But someone is offering us high salary to work for them.
- That's right. - So?
Do you think they are paying you high salary...
because of what you are worth?
Can't you give it another thought and think about it?
Judge motive from the actions.
They are trying to hire you...
simply because you work in Ai Da.
This is just their tactic to bring Ai Da down.
Don't fall for their tricks.
But Li Zhi Cheng is not reliable.
If he is not, who else can it be?
He is the one who brought you here.
You can see for yourself about what he has achieved.
But the hope is too grim.
You are crushing that very hope.
Now that the company is in trouble, you are not helping at all.
Instead, you are trying to bring it down.
You turned you backs on the company today.
No one would dare to hire you if you step out of here.
You can't just focus on the results...
and refuse to take any risk from the process.
I am the designer Mr. Li hired with high pay.
I am in charge of the Ming Sheng project.
I appreciate this chance.
I am grateful for this job.
I want to give all I have.
So, I hope that everyone,
please,
stand together at this trying time.
Have faith in me and Mr. Li.
Give me a chance.
You can judge us from our actions.
If you really think there is no hope and nothing will work,
it's not too late to leave either.
Lin Qian, I will back you up.
Is there any other objection?
Well, you are still in Ai Da.
You have to follow Mr. Li's rule.
We are going on a jog. I will take the lead.
Give me the whistle.
I am going now.
As per your request,
this is the sample made by 3D seam-sealing technology.
We tested it.
There is no risk of water leakage anymore.
Lin Qian, the turnout jacket I have in mind...
is used to protect those who risk their lives for the others.
Okay?
I specially designed a turnout jacket with hood.
How is it?
Qian Qian.
Thank you.
Hold this for me.
What's wrong? She doesn't like it?
No.
Our deal with Tacs are blown.
I think this sample...
are of no use to us now.
Hello, where did you get this cloth?
This is the water resistant cloth we developed last year.
But the project was stopped after the first batch of product.
Throwing it away was too wasteful. So, we left it here.
Someone must have found the leaking pipe...
and use this cloth wrap it.
- Can you still produce this. - Technically, yes.
But you have to ask Mr. Huang about this.
I remember now.
There was indeed a project on water resistant fabric.
We conducted a market survey back then.
Upstream purchasers chose to believe in imported goods.
They have no confidence in local products.
We had no money to promote this product.
It all ended in nothing.
What a pity.
This fabric is on par with the best imported goods.
I believe that.
Ever since the development started,
I have strict request regarding its thermal insulation and air flow.
But the product was semi-finished.
It didn't go through proper safety test.
Our company doesn't need inspection.
But if we simply let you use this as material now,
when something goes wrong,
should Ai Da be responsible...
or should Ai Di be at fault?
Mr. Huang, I have an idea.
Allow me to work with your quality inspectors...
and re-conduct all the safety tests again.
All test need to be passed. That is the baseline for us too.
In that case,
you might be running out of time.
Mr. Huang, that is nothing to be worried.
When it comes to overtime, no one is match for her.
Am I right?
I will do my best.
Are you feeling better?
I think so.
Why are you in a hurry?
I have a good news for you.
We found a new fabric and it's great.
Our previous plan can still work.
Really?
So starting now, every second counts.
Ya Yi and I are living in the lab.
I'll leave after taking my toiletries.
I will leave it in your hands.