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[Negotiator]
[Episode 38]
All right, good job.
Here's your takeout. Check it out!
Wei, come in here.
Wei, I wanted dim sum, not burgers.
I just made a call to Guang Fu Lou.
I told them you want to have dim sum in the office
but they told me that having dim sum here is no different than having a hamburger.
So, I ordered one for you.
Guang Fu Lou doesn't do delivery
not because they don't know how to do business
but because dim sum is a lifestyle in itself.
You can have authentic dim sum made by the best chef
but you cannot easily control
someone's mood and the environment of the restaurant.
So, ordering delivery not only goes against their belief
but also does not satisfy you.
Then what's the point?
So?
So, I've reserved a table for you at Guang Fu Lou.
Your car is waiting for you downstairs.
All you have to do now is leave your work to me
go downstairs, and have authentic dim sum.
Breakfast, your work. It's a win-win. What do you think?
Okay, great. You're smart.
Don't forget I gave you a case to negotiate.
So, no matter how reasonable it seems to you
you failed to ask Guang Fu Lou to deliver the dim sum to me.
So on that point, you failed.
But please keep in mind that as your assistant
you asked me to order your food not because you were hungry
but because you were testing my skills.
And since you're getting the dim sum you asked for
I would say I succeeded.
All right, my eloquent assistant.
Would you like to go to Guang Fu Lou with me?
- Sure. - Okay.
Come in.
Chairman, investigations have begun on
the projects Xie Tian Cheng had a hand in.
What did Tian Cheng say?
He had nothing to say after seeing the evidence we provided.
He admitted to everything.
Tian Cheng.
He made a grave mistake this time.
Oh, right.
This is the information you wanted me to look into.
This woman is very outstanding.
Yes.
Based on my previous professional interactions with Ms. Tong
she is not only remarkably competent at work
but also has very respectable morals.
How is her family background?
That...
It's complicated.
What's wrong?
Take a look first.
- Are you back? - Hi, baby.
I'm back.
The food will be ready soon.
Were you happy to see your idol?
I nearly screamed in excitement but I held it in.
Let me tell you.
If you dare develop feelings for another man, I'll...
Too late. I've already fallen for him.
He seems very good-natured
but he's tough and showed me who's boss as soon as I got there.
Show you who's boss? He showed you who's boss?
I'll deal with him tomorrow. Just you wait.
Am I that easily bullied?
I was impressive. I countered his every move.
It sounds like you really like your boss.
I haven't experienced such a challenge in the workplace in a long time.
Enough about me. How was your day?
- Same old. - Were you majestic?
What are you talking about? Stop talking. Hurry up.
I'm hungry.
Almost done, almost done.
- Try it. - Is this edible?
Just try it.
I already tried my best.
Do you like it?
- The best. - You're so fake!
Pork and vegetable wontons were my dad's specialty.
I learned it from him.
Your dad taught you?
If you like them, why don't I make them for you every day?
Tong Wei.
Marry me.
Are you proposing?
I'm being very serious.
Marry me.
Who proposes while eating wonton?
That's so informal.
I don't care. Are you marrying me or not?
I'll think about it.
Let me think about it.
Deal!
Morning.
Jonathan wants you in his office immediately. He seems to be in trouble.
Okay.
You asked for me?
Wei, take a look.
What's going on?
We've been authorized by the BAB Group
to negotiate with a Chinese biotech company called Xin Long
to buy us some biotechnology.
Now, this Chinese company was very sincere and we agreed upon a price.
However, this morning, they changed their mind and raised the price.
They said they couldn't close the deal for any lesser price
and that there are a lot of other companies
who want to do business with them.
Now, I can't give this news to BAB.
Please be calm. I'll look into this company.
No, there's no time.
The CEO of this company, Mr. Liu
will be meeting me in an hour at the Waldorf.
If I don't take their price and sign the contract
they'll do business with the others.
And we have no time to negotiate on such short amount of time.
Then what can I do?
You're Chinese.
Bringing you in might give them a sense of kinship
since we're negotiating with a Chinese firm. All right?
So get yourself ready and we'll go soon. All right?
Okay.
Liu stayed in a three-star hotel last time.
This time, he's in The Roosevelt in the presidential suite.
It seems he's made a lot of money in less than a month.
No wonder he wants to raise the price.
Did you just say that he used to stay at three-star hotels
when he was here before?
Yep. We just thought he was cheap.
He said the Chinese are thrifty and diligent.
But this time, unexpectedly--
Wait.
I want to go check something downstairs real quick.
This is a gift for him. Can you please give it to him?
- Why? - You'll see soon.
Hello.
Hi. Can I help you?
Hi, I'm Mr. Liu's personal assistant.
I want to check and make sure
that the presidential suite was booked for seven days.
Sure.
It says Mr. Liu has booked the presidential suite for only one day
and then he will switch to a standard room
and then on Friday he has the presidential suite booked again.
So you are saying that on those days Mr. Liu will be in a standard room
except on Friday when he's back in the presidential suite?
Yes. Is there any problem?
Thank you.
Hello?
Hey, why aren't you coming up?
What are you waiting for? What are we supposed to do?
Say yes. Whatever price he asks for.
What?
Trust me. He's just bluffing.
Wei, what did you mean?
I just checked with the receptionist.
Mr. Liu only reserved the presidential suite for tonight.
He's switching to a standard room tomorrow
and then going back to the suite on Friday.
Did you make plans to meet that day?
Right?
So my assumption was correct.
He's only staying in the presidential suite
when he's meeting you
to make you think that he doesn't need the money.
That way, the pressure of negotiating is on us.
Him raising the price without reason is just him trying to make a quick buck.
It means that his company is going through a rough patch.
They want to use this opportunity to get back on track.
It's a bold move. In China, we call it "empty city ruse."
If I'm correct, there is no other company to compete with us.
All this was made up by Mr. Liu.
I promised them first. That'll give us time for a background check.
If the evidence proves your theory
we can still undercut their original price.
If their story is exposed, they'll have to surrender to us.
Let's see what will happen on Friday.
Wei, I guess I'm gonna lose the bet.
I won't get the chance to see you cry.
I appreciate the compliment.
Friday's negotiation. Come with me?
Sure.
Are you thirsty? Should I buy you some water?
I'm not thirsty.
Are you hungry? Why don't we go eat?
Bi Chen, I'm sorry.
I don't have much experience dating.
Zhi Gao, let's get going. I have a lot of files to work on.
Let's go.
Zhi Gao, this is my place.
Bi Chen.
I want to say a few things.
In the beginning, when Uncle started introducing girls to me
I was actually quite resistant.
I'm in law and Uncle owns a big firm
but to be honest...
I don't make much money as a public interest lawyer.
I'm quite poor.
Many girls stop contacting me after hearing this.
I understand why.
When I met you, I didn't hold out much hope
because you're more remarkable and more beautiful than those girls.
I felt you couldn't possibly find me worthy.
But after getting to know you more
I think you're different from other girls.
You're not as materialistic.
You're very passionate about your job
and most importantly, you respect my life choices.
Bi Chen, I'm very certain you're the one I'm looking for.
If you're willing, can you give me a chance to be your boyfriend?
I actually--
Bi Chen, please don't reject me. Give me a chance.
Zhi Gao, I'm sorry.
It seems I'm not good enough for you either.
No, no! How could I possibly think that?
If we're being honest, I'm the one who's not good enough for you.
Don't brush me off like that.
To be honest, there's already someone I like.
Zhi Gao, you're a very nice man.
Precisely because of this, I can't treat you like a backup.
I can only say sorry.
You have someone you like?
That's okay, Bi Chen.
We can have a fair competition.
Maybe I'm better than him.
It's not like that.
You don't understand.
This isn't a matter of competition.
I like him but that doesn't mean he's better than you.
Yes, I used to think he didn't like me
because I'm not good enough.
But later on, I realized
love has nothing to do with how outstanding you are.
Loving someone who doesn't love you
is like waiting for a boat at an airport
waiting for a car on a boat
looking for stars in the day
and wanting to bask in the sun at night.
They're all delusional fantasies.
Zhi Gao, I've experienced that torment.
That's why I don't want you to experience it.
You're a great man.
I believe you will one day find a girl who truly loves you.
You will thank me then.
Bye.
Bi Chen, open the door.
Zhi Gao, go home.
I have something to say. I'll leave when I'm done.
Bi Chen.
My ID.
Bank cards.
Household register and driver's license.
House key.
Car key.
What are all these for?
From the moment I set my mind on you
I've been dating you with the goal of marriage.
This is everything I own.
I know this is foolish.
Online advice teaches guys to
buy lipsticks and handbags and take girls out to eat.
But I just can't do those vain things, Bi Chen.
That's why a lot of girls don't like me.
It's okay if you reject me.
I want to tell you I won't give up.
I'll be waiting for you until the day you get married.
By the way, you have to go to Long Island with me this Friday.
There's a family gathering.
Friday?
I can't this Friday. I have an important meeting.
It's my fault. I should've told you earlier.
Our family has a gathering on the 5th of every month
to stay in touch and communicate about work.
I think it's good opportunity for you to bridge the distance with my family.
I'd like to go but this upcoming negotiation is very important.
Why don't I go with you next time?
This is the first family gathering since you came to New York.
If you don't show up, my family will think you don't value this relationship.
But the negotiation is also very important.
You're just the negotiation assistant, not the lead.
It shouldn't be a problem if you talk to your supervisor.
It's precisely because he treats me so well that I have to work even harder.
Then give me his number. I'll call him.
Don't joke around.
What are you worried about?
With your abilities
it's just a matter of time before you're established in Headquarters.
This family gathering is different.
It's momentous for our future. Do you understand?
If you don't show up, my family will make assumptions
and we'll be forced into passivity.
- But-- - No buts.
When have I ever demanded something from you?
I have to insist this time. Just listen to me, won't you?
I'll see if I can get time off.
Good girl.
Let's go.
Here are the files for the meeting on Friday.
Please have a look.
Wei, you did a really great job on this.
Can't wait to see you in action on Friday.
Actually, I'm afraid I have to take Friday off.
Ask for leave? Why?
I have personal matters to attend to.
I know it's not polite to ask but I am curious.
What kind of home issues make you give up your work?
Wei, you came up with the whole strategy for Friday's negotiation.
It'll be a shame for you to miss it.
I understand the importance of this meeting.
I'll just be honest with you.
I'm... meeting my boyfriend's family.
I can't get out of it.
Wei.
This is a bit different from what I thought.
I thought you were really ambitious with your work but...
I'm sorry.
Fine, Wei. I understand.
I know this is something that will make you happy.
You know, I had always hoped that I'd have a daughter like you.
Someone who is beautiful, smart, independent.
If you think this relationship is right for you
and this guy is right for you
then go for it.
I'm with you.
You deserve all the happiness in the world.
Looks I'm about to lose
and you're gonna see me cry.
Guess I won the bet.
- Thank you. - Okay.
You're really beautiful today.
I wonder how Jonathan is doing.
Since you've taken the day off, don't think about work.
You'll have to be at your best in front of my family. Don't be distracted.
You owe me one. You better make it up to me.
Don't worry. I'll spend the rest of my life making it up to you.
How come Xiao Fei isn't here yet?
He's coming. I saw him come in with Ms. Tong.
She's here too?
He still won't listen to me.
From the look of things, he wants to formally introduce Ms. Tong to everybody.
For Xiao Fei's sake, don't embarrass her, okay?
Don't worry. I wouldn't be that rude.
However, we mustn't let this woman marry into the Xie family.
You have to understand that.
I know.
I'm going to sit down.
Hello, Tian You.
Hello, hello.
How are you, Tian You?
Sit down, sit down.
Tian You, I hear Xiao Fei is bringing a girlfriend today.
I don't meddle in his affairs.
You don't?
Xiao Fei has fallen for a plain Chinese girl.
How is that appropriate?
It seems he is serious about her. He's already proposed.
You're going to allow that?
Who did you hear that from?
All the Chinese people in Manhattan know.
It seems their engagement is going to be announced today.
Chairman, Xiao Fei and Ms. Tong have arrived.
I've never been so nervous at the negotiating table.
I'm so nervous coming here today.
Why are you so nervous?
You're better than all the women in the Xie family.
Remember that you're the future lady of the house.
Have confidence. Let's go.
Xiao Fei.
Your uncles have been waiting for you all day.
Is this your girlfriend? Introduce her to us.
This is my father. You've seen him before.
This is my third uncle.
Hello, Uncle.
Allow me to introduce my girlfriend, Tong Wei.
She is currently working at CAEA Headquarters in New York.
She hasn't been in New York long
and this is her first time meeting our family.
So, please be kind to her.
I'm thanking you in advance.
Hello, everybody.
Actually...
I brought Tong Wei today because I have an important announcement.
- That is-- - Xiao Fei.
You haven't been back in a long time.
It's not appropriate to talk about yourself as soon as you come in.
Xiao Fei, you came back from China to take over X-Group.
Don't you have a lot of work matters to report to your elders?
Okay.
Since Dad wants to talk about work, then I'll say a few things.
I'm very happy Dad and I can still stand here and see you all.
Many unpleasant things happened over the past few months.
But it's all over. It doesn't matter anymore.
X-Group will still continue to expand.
I'm still young so I hope you'll all guide me.
Thank you.
In addition, there's a Xie family member who is absent today.
That would be my uncle, Xie Tian Cheng.
As for the reason he isn't here today, I'm sure you all know why.
The Chinese have a saying, "Repay injury with kindness."
I don't believe in that.
Repay injury with kindness?
- How? - Xiao Fei.
All your elders are here. Watch what you're saying.
Okay, Dad.
Let's not talk about work, then.
Let's move on to personal business.
I brought Tong Wei to announce--
Wait.
It's already noon. Everybody must be hungry.
Let's talk after we eat.
Let's eat first.
Yes, the servants have asked several times already.
- Uncle Ou, let's get seated. - Okay.
Everybody take a seat.
Xiao Fei, I'd like to talk to you.
Ms. Tong, please wait.
There's something I'd like to discuss with you.
Please come this way.
Ms. Tong.
Chairman.
Please.
What would you like to talk about?
Ms. Tong, you're a wise woman
so I'll get right to the point.
I don't approve of your engagement with Xiao Fei.
I finally hear you say it.
You are a smart child. You must have expected it.
From the first day I was in a relationship with Xiao Fei
I have been waiting to hear this.
Are you next going to use money to bribe me?
Of course not.
First of all, I know that given your professional competence
you don't lack money.
Second of all, even though I don't approve of you being with Xiao Fei
I respect you and won't insult you with money.
Thank you for your honesty.
However, I have to tell you
I won't break up with Xiao Fei because of your disapproval.
You love Xiao Fei
but you don't know that your relationship with him will bring him a lot of trouble.
I understand.
It's because I'm from an ordinary family.
You think I shouldn't reach above my status.
If Xiao Fei were with a woman like Ms. Zhao Chen Xi
she could bring many benefits to X-Group.
I understand that.
Unfortunately, Xiao Fei chose me.
He's not willing to sacrifice his love to attain benefits in business.
On that point, he is different from you.
Ms. Tong, I am not as self-seeking as you think I am.
In truth, my union with Xiao Fei's mother was also met with family opposition.
However, I held on to my love and married Xiao Fei's mother.
Then why won't you allow Xiao Fei to do the same?
It's simple.
You come from a dishonorable family.
I don't understand what you mean.
During a business negotiation, as a negotiation representative
your father accepted bribes from the opposing party.
After he was exposed, he tragically took his own life.
Is that true?
You had someone investigate me?
Of course we have to investigate the future lady of X-Group.
Ms. Tong, I'm very sorry.
I cannot let Xiao Fei be with a criminal's daughter.
I won't allow you to speak about my father like that.
Besides, my father had his reasons for doing that.
That is none of my concern.
I just know Cai Tian Lan confirmed this on the phone.
Your father is a criminal.
You have no right to say that.
I don't wish to be rude.
I just want to tell you the reason I oppose your marriage to Xiao Fei.
Have you considered this?
Once you marry Xiao Fei
your personal life will be completely exposed to the scrutiny of the public.
The press will eventually dig out the fact that your father was a criminal.
By then, not only will it upset you
it will also affect X-Group's reputation.
That's why I hope you can be sensible about this
and leave Xiao Fei on your initiative.
That will be good for you and for him.
My father has already paid the price for his mistakes.
What more do you want?
My father is no longer alive, yet, you still dishonor him in this way.
You have no right to say this.
- Tong Wei. - Ms. Tong, I--
- You... - Dad!
- What's wrong? - I'm fine.
Xiao Fei, I had Xiao Tian conduct a background investigation on Ms. Tong.
I'm afraid her father's story will affect you two.
I was just discussing with Ms. Tong about what can be done
but she turned very emotional.
- You... - This is...
This is my retribution.
I accept it.
Ms. Tong, you were right.
I...
I'm a failure as a father.
I deserved to lose Xiao Fei's mother.
I never said that.
It's okay.
Ms. Tong, that's also what Xiao Fei thinks.
This is my just punishment.
- Someone come! - Xiao Fei.
That's a false accusation.
- What happened? - Xiao Fei.
- Dad. - Tian You!
- Dad!
- Chairman! - Hurry!
Get a doctor! Hurry!
- Tian You. - Dad, what's wrong?
Xiao Tian.
Go after Tong Wei.
Don't worry, Xiao Fei. I'll find her.
Go.
Hang on, Tian You.
Xiao Fei, I...
Tong Wei, get in.
If you don't want to go back, I can drive you around.
Well? What did the doctor tell them?
Don't worry. They did as you ordered.
Now Xiao Fei won't dare to anger me.
But... if Xiao Fei finds out you deceived him, he will hate you for it.
I have no other choice.
A woman from an indecent family mustn't be allowed into the Xie family.
She will destroy X-Group!
We need to monitor your dad's health.
Now ideally, we would do a heart bypass surgery
but because of his age and his current condition
there's a chance that he wouldn't survive the procedure.
So instead, we're going to monitor his emotional state.
And try not to irritate him too much.
All right?
Okay.
All right. Now, if there's anything you need, just give me a call.
- Any time. - Thank you.
Come in.
Dad, do you feel better?
I feel better.
Xiao Fei, I thought I was going to see your grandpa.
Tong Wei...
Did she really attack you with those words?
It's my fault.
I had someone look into her parents.
We found her father had done something in violation of business ethics.
I had only wanted to seek confirmation from her
and tell her how to deal with the press.
I didn't expect her to lose control and fly into a rage.
She even cursed at me.
She...
She was very close with her parents.
I understand that.
Ms. Tong is so fragile.
If she does marry into the Xie family
and has to face the indiscriminate gossiping media
I'm afraid she'll develop depression before long.
Xiao Fei, I've told you before
I don't approve of your relationship with her
but I won't interfere.
But look at how unpleasant things got as soon as her father was mentioned.
Xiao Fei, you have to consider this carefully.
You must handle this carefully, especially when her father is involved.
Do you understand?
I know.
I will handle it.
Tong Wei, I know it isn't what it seems.
If you want to talk, I'm willing to listen.
What can I say?
I know my dad did commit a wrong.
But he was my father after all.
How can I let someone speak about him so insultingly?
I understand.
You don't understand.
I can understand.
I never told you my story.
My real father was a gambler.
His gambling addiction became more severe after he married my mother.
They divorced when I was five years old.
Everybody was rejoicing, including my mother.
I was the only one upset about it.
He wasn't a good worker, a good son, or a good husband
but he was a good father.
I remember the first time he took me to play baseball
the first time he took me to eat pizza
the first time he took me to the Bronx Zoo
and the first time he took me to the movies.
Everybody told me I should hate him and forget him
but I couldn't do that.
Tong Wei, I can sympathize with your feelings for your father.
Xiao Tian.
What else can I do?
You should have faith in Xiao Fei. He loves you. He'll protect you.
He doesn't believe me. He'll hurt me.
He won't.
In the study room
Uncle Xie insulted my father with some very unpleasant words.
But when he saw Xiao Fei coming in
he suddenly became another person.
He turned around and said I offended him.
Are you saying my stepfather falsely accused you in front of Xiao Fei?
Yes. It sounds unbelievable, doesn't it?
Uncle Xie is such a strict and self-disciplined senior.
But he did use such despicable methods. That is what he did.
Tong Wei, you have no choice but to have faith in Xiao Fei.
What else can you do?
Yes.
What else can I do?
Shan Shan, I'm going to have Xiao Li take me out to buy some things.
Will you be okay by yourself?
Yes, go ahead.
Don't do anything until I come back.
Okay.
Do you like the music, my little walnut?
Hello, this is the Emergency Medical Center.
Hello, Emergency?
I am pregnant. I just had a fall at home.
Where were you? You weren't answering the phone.
Do you know that in New York--
Sorry.
I think we both need to calm down.
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