Xie Linhui has a heartfelt conversation with Xiaotong, encouraging her to understand their mother’s actions despite sometimes disagreeing with her methods. Xiaotong, however, wants to break away from the path her parents have laid out and pursue her own dreams. Xie Linhui supports her younger sister’s determination to follow her own path.
Xie Linhui struggles with the renovation of her new office as the company refuses to cover the costs. Turning to her friend in the company’s accounting department, Liu Jie, for help, she learns there’s a construction project underway within the company that could share resources. Liu Jie proposes covering the expenses under the company’s budget. However, unbeknownst to them, Lü Jian overhears their conversation. Determined to sabotage Xie Linhui, Lü Jian tells his girlfriend Jingjing of his plan to ruin the renovation project. He explains his motives, believing that anyone who aids Xie Linhui should suffer the consequences, ensuring no one dares help her in the future.
Jiang Yidi Faces Challenges in Starting Her Venture
Jiang Yidi decides to start her own business but is aware that her and Mike’s experience in the industry is limited, and their portfolios are still thin. When Mike suggests leveraging company resources for their new venture, Jiang Yidi becomes furious, warning him against using unethical means and threatening to end their partnership if he continues with such ideas. Tang Ruo later approaches Jiang Yidi with a message from Yu Shi, instructing her to hand over the fresh produce e-commerce project. Tang Ruo clarifies that it’s not her decision but a directive from the boss.
Xie Linhui Finds Support Amidst Setbacks
With her office renovation plans derailed, Xie Linhui temporarily sets up her workspace in a corner of Li Weiqing’s bookstore. She begins recruiting for her new media team but encounters a series of disappointing interviews. Many applicants, despite boasting overseas education backgrounds, are unprofessional and lack a clear understanding of the magazine’s mission. Just when she feels discouraged, Teacher Wang arrives unexpectedly. Having worked with Xie Linhui before, he respects her character and wants to collaborate again. With his financial situation stable following the demolition of his old home, he assures her that even a basic salary would suffice. Touched by his sincerity, Xie Linhui welcomes Teacher Wang as the first official member of her new media team.
He Yushan and Zhou Hang’s Macau Mission
In Macau, He Yushan and Zhou Hang work to gather intel on Peng Dahai. He Yushan accompanies Peng, learning that he is drowning in debt. By speaking with his creditors, she uncovers that Wu Yueting manipulated Peng into his current situation. Zhou Hang, staying out of sight to avoid suspicion, waits in their hotel room for updates.
Meanwhile, Wu Yueting’s plans are faltering. Failing to recruit Jiang Yidi and convince Chen Yan to hand over core technology, he resorts to pressuring Peng Dahai. Cornered by his debts, Peng has no choice but to comply with Wu Yueting’s demands.
Sabotage Strikes Xie Linhui’s Office Renovation
Xie Linhui’s renovation plans fall apart after someone reports her for misusing company funds, leading to disciplinary action against Liu Jie. Feeling responsible, Xie Linhui apologizes to Liu Jie and refuses her continued help, unwilling to risk others getting into trouble on her behalf. Despite the setback, Xie Linhui remains determined to push forward with her team and her vision.
