Mai Youge visits the popular Zhenqiangji restaurant, where she receives a warm welcome from the owner, Old Xu. Learning that Mai is visiting Macau for work, Old Xu quietly steps outside to buy her a mango dessert. Touched by his kindness, Mai leaves the restaurant feeling satisfied and deeply moved by the warmth and friendliness of Macau’s residents.
As she steps outside, Mai coincidentally bumps into Xu Junle. The unexpected meeting stirs emotions for both of them. Xu Junle suggests taking a walk through Macau’s vibrant streets to enjoy the nighttime scenery. They stroll side by side, sharing their thoughts on life.
Knowing Mai is returning to Beijing, Xu Junle expresses his reluctance and hopes they can explore Macau together again someday. Sitting on a staircase, Mai reflects on the slower pace of life in Macau, contrasting it with her own hectic lifestyle. Xu Junle responds that chasing money endlessly at the cost of living life is not worth it.
His words strike a nerve with Mai, prompting her to realize that she has been so focused on work that home feels more like a hotel to her. However, Xu Junle disapproves of her overly tense and exhausting lifestyle, believing she is “enslaved” by work. Their differing perspectives lead to a disagreement, and they part ways on bad terms.
The next morning, as the sun rises, Mai sits in a car, watching the retreating scenery with mixed emotions.
Meanwhile, Han Junhao, determined to create a chance meeting with Chen Jiahui, visits the art gallery. He lingers in front of a painting veiled in white gauze, catching Chen Jiahui’s attention. The two strike up a conversation about the artwork. Isabella secretly snaps a photo of them and sends it to Chen Jiahui, reminding her of Yvonne’s earlier comment that experiencing a wild, reckless romance might help her better understand Marlena’s artistic process.
Xu Junhao calls Wu Kaitong to assist with a special VIP guest, Wei Shijie, the son of Lin, the HR director at the group’s headquarters. Frank, a young boy and the guest, personally requests Wu’s company. Though initially surprised to find out the guest is a child, Wu plans his itinerary carefully and reports to Lin daily.
Wei Shijie, uninterested in his piano lessons, grows disappointed when Wu Kaitong insists on sticking to his schedule. He even questions the purpose of her work. That evening, a weary Wu Kaitong returns home to reflect on Frank’s words, while Mai discovers all the food in their refrigerator has spoiled. Wu realizes that her position, tied to Lin, might be at risk if she fails to properly care for Frank.
The next day, Wu changes her approach. Noticing Frank’s dislike of lessons, she cancels his class and instead takes him to the art gallery. Meanwhile, Chen Jiahui receives a cake from Han Junhao at the gallery—one she has long wanted but could never buy due to long lines. She wonders how Han knew about her preference.
Struggling to connect with Frank, Wu turns to Chen Jiahui for advice. Chen suggests treating him like an adult, noting that male psychology often parallels that of children. Following this advice, Wu manages to win Frank’s favor.
At He Dong Library, Han Junhao “accidentally” runs into Chen Jiahui again. She sees through his scheme, but he seizes the opportunity to ask about her daily life in Macau, hoping to get closer to her. During their conversation, Chen Jiahui reveals she has lived in Macau for four years and has one year left to fulfill her dream: collaborating with a favorite artist on an exhibition she loves.
