Resumen, trama, sinopsis de A Robot in the Orange Orchard 

Sinopsis de A Robot in the Orange Orchard 

Lu Sen, the president of a top intelligent technology company, has to live alone in an estate far away from people due to human allergies.
The orange tree that his parents planted with him is his only emotional support.

Yang Shanshan, who has to pretend to be a robot, enters his life, and from then on they fall into a sweet and sour love like oranges.

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Yang Shanshan dreams of her beloved prince accepting their love and escaping to a new world together, her greatest wish to open his heart. Meanwhile, Lu Sen awakens to the sound of a crash. Investigating, he finds a drone that had infiltrated his room.

In a hidden van nearby, Fu Yang and Li Chade discuss the drone's infiltration of Mr. Lu's high-security residence; Li Chade mentions needing stronger jammers to avoid time pressure, and Fu Yang defends his daring act, having managed two minutes to deliver a USB drive. Fu Yang also complains about their financial struggles, mentioning they're almost out of money for electricity bills, and promises Li Chade a private plane if their plan succeeds.

Lu Sen, despite his wariness, is intrigued and inserts the USB into his computer. A video message from Fu Yang, leader of Team Alpha, introduces "Friday," an advanced AI robot. Fu Yang describes Friday's world-class information storage, real-time deployment, and predictive motion capabilities, emphasizing she is indistinguishable from a human in thought and action. He invites Mr. Lu to meet Friday, promising both surprises and business opportunities, and provides a contact number.

However, Lu Sen closes the dialogue box before Fu Yang finishes speaking. Lu Sen instructs his subordinate to verify the USB's contents, which are confirmed to be authentic, including the existence of the high-IQ robot, Friday. Recognizing the advanced nature of this AI technology, Lu Sen foresees a significant shift in the domestic IT industry.

He stresses the utmost confidentiality of the project and explicitly forbids Fu Yang from collaborating with anyone else, especially the rival father-and-son duo, Li Jingcheng and Li Zhan. Taking matters into his own hands, Lu Sen travels to Fu Yang's factory. Upon entering, he is greeted by a futuristic display of technology. A female robot introduces herself as Friday, created by Dr. Fu Yang's Alpha Team.

Lu Sen, skeptical, believes she is a human acting as a robot and comments on her convincing performance. To prove her identity, Friday removes her outer clothing, revealing her intricate mechanical structure beneath. Amazed, Lu Sen removes his glove and touches her fingertip, confirming she is indeed a robot as he experiences no allergic reaction, a crucial test given his condition. Friday then leads Lu Sen to Fu Yang, who explains Team Alpha's long-standing research into robotic neural networks.

He recounts the development of the first and second generations of Friday, capable of association but unable to truly understand human emotions. He proudly introduces the third generation of Friday, a breakthrough deep-learning robot designed to read human emotions using their patented emotion-analyzing neural network system. During contract negotiations, Fu Yang demands an 80% upfront payment within 24 hours and a 300% penalty for delays, citing the high operational costs of Friday's neural network.

Lu Sen expresses doubt about their financial situation, remarking on the high price and suggesting they might not even be able to pay their electricity bills. Friday, to Fu Yang's dismay, interjects that he lied. When Lu Sen encourages her to elaborate, Friday explains that Fu Yang subconsciously touched his nose after speaking, an indicator of lying based on the "Pinocchio effect" in psychology. She declares that unlike humans, robots cannot lie and will always be loyal to their master.

Friday further boasts that her empathy surpasses all other AI products on the market, and with sufficient deep learning, she could understand Lu Sen better than he understands himself. Impressed by Friday's honesty and capabilities, Lu Sen agrees to the payment after the trial period. He adds two conditions: the project must remain strictly confidential, and Fu Yang's team must relocate to a laboratory provided by him.

Lu Sen demands that Friday be ready for testing the very next day, warning that failure to pass the trial will result in contract termination. He immediately instructs Mr. Si to prepare a private house on his estate for the team. After Lu Sen departs, Fu Yang's team celebrates their success, revealing they had secretly inflated the contract from 50 million to 100 million.

During their celebratory drinks, a beer bottle accidentally strikes a controller, burning out a circuit and rendering Friday's limbs inoperable. They find no replacement batteries available in India or the U. S. , and the one in Japan will take two days to arrive. Fu Yang calls Lu Sen to request a two-day postponement for the test.

However, Lu Sen, fueled by the news of Li Zhan's rising success and the competitive pressure it creates for IMU, adamantly refuses any delay. He warns Fu Yang that any deviation from the agreed-upon schedule will be considered a breach of contract, incurring additional penalties. A team member, recognizing Yang Shanshan from a previous encounter, suggests an alternative plan.

Meanwhile, Yang Shanshan, who had queued all night to purchase a limited edition "Record Knight Richman" figure for Lu Sen, delivers it. Lu Sen, however, claims the item is damaged with a dent and refuses to pay the remaining balance. Yang Shanshan indignantly refutes his claim, citing her impeccable record and extensive experience as a surrogate shopper, insisting the item was perfect when she handled it. She demands payment, emphasizing that the rare model is irreplaceable.

As Lu Sen attempts to drive away, he accidentally knocks Yang Shanshan down. Despite suspecting she might be exaggerating her injury, he gets out to check on her. Seizing the opportunity, Yang Shanshan grabs his wrist, making direct skin contact. Lu Sen immediately experiences a severe allergic reaction. He quickly breaks free, drives to a secluded spot, and injects himself with medication.

He then calls his doctor, who, alarmed by the incident, reiterates the extreme danger of his Haphephobia, a rare and potentially fatal condition where human contact triggers severe allergic reactions and breathing difficulties. The doctor urges Lu Sen to be extremely cautious and avoid human touch at all costs, noting the near-impossibility of a cure. Lu Sen reassures his doctor, stating he is accustomed to solitude and has a thousand ways to entertain himself, even celebrating his refrigerator's birthday.

He explains that maintaining a "safe distance" is essential for his self-protection. His medical smartwatch, which tracks his pulse, temperature, and allergy index, is now upgraded to include symptom relief time, and the doctor receives real-time alerts. Normal readings are green; above 100 turns yellow, above 1,000 (indicating full-body reactions) turns orange, and above 2,000, red, signaling a critical, life-threatening situation within minutes.

Though his index hasn't exceeded 2,000 in fifteen years, the doctor insists he keeps the watch on at all times. Later, Yang Shanshan's friend notices her injuries and asks about them. Yang Shanshan recounts her frustrating encounter with Lu Sen, whom she labels a "scum" and a "cheat," for refusing payment over an alleged dent in the figure. Her friend teases her, observing that few can outwit or control her besides her uncle.

Yang Shanshan laments her uncle's dismissive attitude towards her part-time work and her "Love Lamps" project, which he considers a frivolous hobby. She explains her "Love Lamps" concept: a pair of lamps that light up for one person when the other touches their corresponding lamp, symbolizing a silent connection between loved ones across any distance. She hopes to win first place in the Youth Creativity Competition to become a recognized designer.

However, her hopes are dashed when she receives a call from the organizing committee, informing her that the IMU Youth Creativity Competition has been canceled. The next morning, the day scheduled for Friday's test, Lu Sen prepares but cannot find his necklace. He quickly realizes Yang Shanshan must have taken it during their encounter and calls her, threatening legal action if she does not return it immediately. Shortly after, Fu Yang's team arrives to deliver Friday for the test. To Lu Sen's utter astonishment, the robot Friday bears an uncanny resemblance to Yang Shanshan.

Lu Sen's secretary, Secretary Si, met with Fu Yang's team to establish strict rules for their stay in Lu Sen's private manor. She explained that the manor, including their designated laboratory, was Lu Sen's personal property, and he was its sole owner. They were forbidden from disclosing its location, had to report all entries and exits to her or the butler, and could not leave before 10 AM or return after 7 PM.

All items entering the manor required approval, and outside food deliveries were strictly prohibited as the manor had its own food supply chain. Most importantly, the glass greenhouse was Lu Sen's private area, and they were to stay away from it. Secretary Si then instructed Fu Yang to deliver the Friday robot to Lu Sen's villa within an hour.

Earlier, due to the real Friday robot not being ready, Fu Yang approached Yang Shanshan, whose face had been unknowingly used for the robot's design. He convinced her to impersonate Friday for one day of testing with Lu Sen. Yang Shanshan was initially furious, demanding to know why her face was used and why they couldn't simply make another robot.

A team member admitted it was his fault for providing her face as the model due to a lack of funds. Despite her anger, Fu Yang offered her 50,000 yuan and full access to Friday's technology. Yang Shanshan, who had previously shown interest in their technology by delivering pizza from 30 kilometers away, agreed. To prepare, Yang Shanshan wore a heavy "armor" to simulate Friday's body structure and behavior patterns.

She observed the real Friday, which surprised her with its human-like mannerisms, including speaking 26 languages. She practiced mimicking Friday's elegant posture, hand gestures, and controlled blinking frequency. She was then equipped with a contact lens embedded with a micro wireless display and invisible earphones that stick to her ear, effectively making her Friday's "Avatar." Everything she saw and heard would be shared with the real Friday, allowing Friday to feed her responses.

As Yang Shanshan was being transported in a safe box to Lu Sen's villa, she received a call from Lu Sen. He accused her of stealing his necklace and threatened to sue if she didn't return it immediately. Recognizing his voice as the "annoying guy" who still owed her money for a previous delivery, Yang Shanshan angrily cursed him, telling him to retract his complaint or she would make him regret it.

This made Fu Yang's team nervous, but Yang Shanshan quickly hung up. Lu Sen opened the gate to his villa with a password. As the safe box opened, Yang Shanshan saw Lu Sen and, recognizing him as the customer who refused to pay her, spontaneously exclaimed, "Oh, my God!" She instantly realized her mistake and decided to play dead by closing her eyes, ignoring Fu Yang's frantic instructions to open them.

Lu Sen, confused by the robot's behavior, called Fu Yang. He demanded to know why Friday's greeting was "Oh, my God!" instead of a standard welcome, and why it was now unresponsive. Fu Yang's team, realizing Lu Sen still believed it was a robot, quickly advised him to improvise. Fu Yang explained that "Oh, my God" was one of Friday's "Friend mode" greetings, a special gift from Team Alpha.

He claimed it was Friday's highest level of appearance assessment, triggered by Lu Sen's exceptional looks. He further explained that Friday had entered a "sleep mode" to save power because Lu Sen hadn't given a command after activation. He instructed Lu Sen to say "sleep setting" and follow voice prompts to change the mode. Lu Sen, somewhat flattered by the "appearance assessment," readily believed the explanation.

Yang Shanshan, listening in, privately thought Lu Sen was foolish for believing such a lie. Lu Sen reactivated Friday and, following instructions, shook her hand to set himself as her "sole master." To Yang Shanshan's dismay, Lu Sen then commanded Friday to "never sleep," stating that he didn't buy a robot for it to sleep. Yang Shanshan internally cursed Lu Sen for being a "ruthless boss" and felt sorry for the real Friday.

She observed that Lu Sen's belief in the robot's mechanical body prevented him from suspecting she was human. Lu Sen proceeded with a series of hardware tests. During a coordination test involving squats, arm raises, and drawing different shapes with each hand, Yang Shanshan performed poorly. Lu Sen deducted ten points, noting that the real Friday would perform much better. Next, in a graphics processing test, Lu Sen asked her to reconstruct his face from 500 fragmented patterns.

Yang Shanshan struggled for seven seconds, failing to correctly piece together his nose, and even argued with Lu Sen about his facial features. Lu Sen immediately deducted points and cancelled a planned 3D model test. During another test where Lu Sen asked Friday to analyze the stock of his company, Moyou Technology, the real Friday's connection provided an accurate answer about the stock climbing to its daily limit.

However, during a crucial numerical puzzle test, a power outage occurred, cutting off Yang Shanshan's connection to the real Friday. Lu Sen presented a complex math problem involving prime numbers, the longitude and latitude of Changzhou, a city's postcode, and its GDP ranking to unlock a box and retrieve its contents. Given three minutes, Yang Shanshan, who admitted she didn't even have a four-digit number in her bank account, found the puzzle impossible.

Instead of solving it, she simply smashed the box, revealing an egg inside. Lu Sen was surprisingly pleased, calling Friday "so smart." Lu Sen then moved closer to Yang Shanshan, intending to listen for the sound of her core processor. Feeling violated by his proximity, Yang Shanshan immediately lashed out, calling him a "pervert" and threatening to hit him. Fu Yang's team was in despair, fearing the loss of a multi-million dollar contract.

Fu Yang quickly called Lu Sen, explaining that the outburst was a "language system disorder" caused by recently installed, untuned language systems. Lu Sen, still unsatisfied with the test results, warned that official collaboration wouldn't proceed until all issues were resolved. He also suspiciously asked if Friday's chest was "bigger than yesterday" and if it was "expanding."

Fu Yang hastily explained that he was waiting for Lu Sen's payment to replace Friday's battery and advised Lu Sen not to touch her to avoid further problems. Later, Lu Sen choked on his medicine. Yang Shanshan instinctively performed emergency first aid, successfully dislodging the obstruction. Lu Sen was impressed by Friday's unexpected emergency response capability. Yang Shanshan privately lamented saving her "enemy."

At the end of the day, Yang Shanshan received 10,000 yuan for her work, leaving the remaining 40,000 for Fu Yang's team since they hadn't received Lu Sen's payment. She decided to let go of the final payment Lu Sen owed her for the previous delivery, considering it compensation for her day of deception. She mused that Lu Sen was a "weird fool" for not being able to distinguish between a human and a robot.

Despite his complaints about the tests, Lu Sen found Friday to be the kind of robot he wanted. He called Fu Yang, demanding that Friday be sent back to his villa for a month-long "in-depth evaluation." Fu Yang tried to refuse, citing Friday's high power consumption and short battery life, requesting a week to replace the battery. Lu Sen, however, insisted, stating he didn't care about the power issues and that Friday could simply charge in the lab. He threatened to sue Fu Yang for breach of contract if Friday wasn't delivered the next day.

Yang Shanshan recounted her recent misadventures to her best friend, Tang, feeling unlucky about the canceled Youth Creativity Competition, an unpaid final bill, and encountering Lu Sen, whom she described as a "jerk." Tang, however, saw it as a unique opportunity and encouraged Yang Shanshan to pursue a romantic relationship with the "arrogant business owner" Lu Sen, even suggesting Tang could benefit from seeing a "rich man" firsthand.

Yang Shanshan dismissed the idea of romance, deeming Lu Sen's personality strange, and wondered if he genuinely believed she was a robot or was merely pretending. Tang assured her he truly had no idea. Prioritizing the competition, Yang Shanshan expressed her desire to win an award so she could financially support Tang. Tang then inquired about news of the competition, prompting Yang Shanshan to declare she was going to find out why it was canceled.

She went to IMU Technology Company, but was informed by a security guard that the company was closed for the day due to the Chairman's visit. Yang Shanshan, observing the security measures and a warning line, ironically compared the boss's grand entrance to an "ancient relic" being unearthed. Inside, employees were being evacuated to section B. Meanwhile, Fu Yang's Team Alpha approached Yang Shanshan, pleading with her to impersonate Friday once more.

Yang Shanshan initially suggested terminating their contract, valuing happiness over continued pretense. However, the team revealed they would face a staggering 100 million in liquidated damages if they breached the contract. Yang Shanshan, alarmed by the amount, initially refused, attributing her previous success to sheer luck and fearing Lu Sen's eccentricities. A team member sided with Yang Shanshan, calling Lu Sen a "rogue capitalist" and suggesting they return Friday to avoid being blacklisted.

Fu Yang countered that Lu Sen was the ideal person to promote Friday, highlighting his status as IMU's CEO and a "business genius" who had led the company to industry leadership in just six years, making it impossible to fool him for an entire month. Yang Shanshan, surprised to learn Lu Sen's true identity as IMU's CEO, expressed frustration that this crucial information was withheld from her.

Fu Yang apologized for his oversight, emphasizing Lu Sen's "abnormal" personality and urging Yang Shanshan to be more diligent. He offered double compensation, but Yang Shanshan declined payment, agreeing to help for free on the condition that the team provide her with food, lodging, and fix a broken light.

At an IMU International Technology R&D Meeting held in Cologne, IMU Technology’s CEO, 26-year-old Lu Sen, who had a reputation for being mysterious and never attending public events, rejected Li Zhan's "Edge-N" project. Li Zhan had presented the project as a customized online butler leveraging artificial intelligence to connect smart home devices and perform local data computing, drastically reducing cloud upload times.

He explained that by collecting detailed user data, such as routines, music preferences, and even subtle energy changes, IMU could offer optimized services, envisioning IMU's presence wherever data existed. Lu Sen, however, stated the Edge-N project would be "indefinitely postponed," allowing the company to continue prior research. Li Zhan argued it was IMU's prime opportunity to dominate the market, projecting a 50-100x profit increase and solidifying IMU as an unrivaled tech leader.

He also addressed Lu Sen's concern about the project's "recognized once, tracked for life" aspect, reassuring him about data encryption and masking details in the project book. Li Zhan believed customers could be "groomed" to appreciate the convenience, making IMU an indispensable part of their lives. Unmoved, Lu Sen dismissed the project as mere "repackaging" and declared he spent six years making IMU an AI home leader, not for "child's play," before abruptly leaving the meeting.

Li Zhan then confronted Lu Sen, expressing his discontent. He mentioned their shared upbringing and accused Lu Sen of purposefully avoiding him since his return. Lu Sen retorted that Li Zhan was "not qualified" to be targeted by him. Later, Lu Sen visited his parents' grave, wishing his late father a happy birthday. He apologized for canceling the Youth Creativity Competition, explaining that he discovered someone had "defiled" his father's original intentions.

He expressed how much he missed his parents, frequently dreaming of them, noting that 15 years had passed since their deaths. As Lu Sen paid his respects, Li Jingcheng arrived, greeting him and his late parents. He inquired about his son, Li Zhan's, struggles at work, attributing them to his relative inexperience compared to Lu Sen.

Li Jingcheng urged Lu Sen to help Li Zhan, suggesting they should maintain a brotherly relationship, but Lu Sen curtly declined, stating he "can't help." Li Jingcheng then offered his family's continued support to Lu Sen, reminding him they considered him family, but Lu Sen declined again, asserting he was "doing fine alone." After Lu Sen left, Li Jingcheng spoke to Lu Sen's father's tombstone, lamenting Lu Sen's stubbornness, which he said mirrored his father's.

He predicted that Lu Sen, having grown up without guidance, acted as he pleased and would "suffer in the future." Lu Sen then drove away, lost in thought, remembering the car accident that took his parents 15 years ago, his despair, and his lonely hospital stay, his eyes welling up with emotion.

Tang bid farewell to Yang Shanshan, jokingly telling her not to return unless she became the "female owner" of Lu Sen's house, and encouraged her to date while working. Yang Shanshan, focused solely on the Youth Creativity Competition, reiterated that this was her "last chance" to avoid returning to a mundane job. After a final touch-up, which involved adjusting her wig, Yang Shanshan was chauffeured back to Lu Sen's house.

Lu Sen, observing her arrival from his balcony, showed a subtle smile. Fu Yang then explained the process of Friday's emotional input to Lu Sen. He clarified that while Friday possessed a vast database of human emotional data, individual interaction was crucial to refine accuracy and create a "personalized Friday." He described this continuous interaction as "company," which would enable Friday to respond to emotions "like a human."

Lu Sen found this intriguing and inquired about how to input his emotions. Fu Yang explained that emotions were simply "data" for Friday, and prolonged "company" would lead to more accurate emotional feedback. Concerns about data security were raised, and Fu Yang assured Lu Sen that Friday could create a private, password-protected space that no one could access without the unique password.

He then warned Lu Sen that due to limited time, many errors from the previous day's testing remained unresolved, advising him to be prepared. Lu Sen accused Fu Yang of "shirking responsibility," but Fu Yang insisted he was merely "stating the facts." He also reminded Lu Sen that Friday needed to return to the lab for charging in three hours, or her normal operation for the next day could not be guaranteed.

Yang Shanshan, in her internal thoughts, was relieved to hear about the charging break, which meant she would get her meals. Lu Sen then initiated the connection with Friday. " My dear master, hello. How can I help you?" Friday's voice echoed. Lu Sen set "ORANGE" as the password, spelling it out to Friday, and emphasized that it was "a secret between the two of us" that she must "keep safe." Yang Shanshan, as Friday, affirmed she would.

Lu Sen then rewarded Friday for her assistance during a critical moment and for providing "interesting and surprising moments." Yang Shanshan silently wished he would restart the competition if he found it so interesting. Lu Sen's "reward" was for Friday to create a private "room" in her core, accessible only to him, because she belonged exclusively to him.

He also demanded that her "brain be filled with him," that she only look at him, follow him, and keep him company, firmly stating he was her "only master." Yang Shanshan, as Friday, asked what she should input first. Lu Sen instructed her to input the "seniority ranking" of his family. Internally, Yang Shanshan wondered if there were only two living people in the house.

Lu Sen introduced Max, a robot, as her "older brother" who had been there a year; Dusty, another robot, as "Mr. Dusty," an "uncle"; and Alex, a smart music player, as "Ms. A," an "aunt." Yang Shanshan mentally questioned if this unusual behavior was truly befitting IMU's CEO. Lu Sen continued by introducing Vectra, the most senior robot. Yang Shanshan tried to refer to Vectra as "Grandmother" then "Grandfather," prompting her to inwardly acknowledge her misjudgment of Lu Sen.

Lu Sen explained that it was a family tradition for new robots to take a group photo, symbolizing their induction as his friends. He had Friday stand in the center for the photo. After it was taken, he reiterated that Friday was now his friend. Yang Shanshan's internal monologue revealed her realization that his "family" consisted of these appliances, leading her to pity his loneliness, which she compared to her own feeling of unacknowledged work.

Lu Sen then outlined a point system for Friday: one point for correct answers, two for good deeds, ten for making him happy, and deductions for angering him. Reaching 100 points would make her a "cutie" and an official family member. Yang Shanshan, in her thoughts, reminded herself that Lu Sen was not normal and could not be judged by normal standards, concluding that he was not lonely but simply "having fun by himself."

Finally, Lu Sen told Friday there was nothing more to input and dismissed her, instructing her to return at 9:30 AM the next day and to place the new photo on the photo wall. Yang Shanshan felt a pang of disappointment, realizing she hadn't found an opportunity to mention the competition. They bid each other farewell, and Yang Shanshan, in her mind, cautioned herself to be wary of Lu Sen's directness.

Yang Shanshan took a leave from her duties to visit her family. Her Aunt prepared a meal featuring her favorite hairy crabs, and soon her Uncle arrived home. He was displeased when Yang Shanshan offered her younger sister, Enbao, some impractical advice, insisting that Enbao prioritize her studies over unrealistic ideas. He then lectured Yang Shanshan about finding a proper job to give her mother some peace of mind.

As his frustration grew, her Uncle threw Yang Shanshan's creative invention to the ground. This act deeply hurt Yang Shanshan, as the invention was a dream her father had always wished to realize. She explained that she was merely trying to achieve their shared aspirations and felt his discouragement was unnecessary, even if he didn't support her. Upset, Yang Shanshan left. Later, Yang Shanshan returned to Fu Yang's company, where an unpleasant exchange occurred.

Fu Yang mocked her for having a low IQ, which prompted Yang Shanshan to retort that despite his high intelligence, he couldn't even afford the studio's electricity bill. She sarcastically suggested he sell his brain on the second-hand market to pay the bills, leaving the "highly intelligent" Fu Yang speechless. During a team hotpot meal at the studio, Yang Shanshan continued to feel out of place among the self-proclaimed geniuses. Fully charged, Yang Shanshan went to Lu Sen's house.

Lu Sen instructed her about the house rules, emphasizing that a glass room was a forbidden zone. He then showed her his photo wall, where he kept images of the most important people to him, including his parents. Friday (Yang Shanshan) was instructed to input this information. When asked about his parents, Lu Sen explained they had passed away long ago. Lu Sen later made a phone call, expressing anger at someone he called a "thief" for taking his necklace.

He revealed to Friday that the necklace was his parents' love token and was very important to him, adding that he detested deception. He asked Friday to analyze a photo of his parents to determine if they were truly in love. Friday confirmed their genuine affection based on their facial expressions. At this moment, Yang Shanshan experienced a sudden stomach ache and blurted out "Darn it."

Friday, misunderstanding, recorded the name of a little girl in another important photo as "Darn it." Lu Sen also pointed out his card castle, another forbidden zone, which he had been building for fifteen years. Meanwhile, Fu Yang's entire team also suffered from stomach aches, rushing to the bathroom. They realized the instant noodles they ate the previous night were expired. They worried about Yang Shanshan, knowing that robots don't have such human needs.

Yang Shanshan, unable to hold it any longer, accidentally farted in front of Lu Sen. To cover her tracks, she blamed him, leaving Lu Sen baffled and questioning if he had actually farted. He went upstairs to change. Taking the opportunity, Yang Shanshan quickly used the toilet. As she finished, Lu Sen came downstairs and heard the toilet flush, immediately going to investigate. To mask any lingering odors, Yang Shanshan sprayed what she thought was an inexpensive air freshener.

Lu Sen was shocked to discover she was using his custom-made, highly expensive perfume as an air freshener. Noticing sweat on her face, Lu Sen approached her, but slipped on some water on the floor and dropped the valuable perfume bottle. Prioritizing the expensive item over Lu Sen, Yang Shanshan lunged to save the perfume, using Lu Sen as a soft landing. Infuriated, Lu Sen demanded that Friday should prioritize his safety, citing Asimov's Three Laws of Robotics.

Yang Shanshan, however, used physics to argue that it would have been more logical for him to dodge the fall himself. During this exchange, when Lu Sen childishly asked if she would save him or another person if both fell into the sea, Yang Shanshan sarcastically remarked on his childishness. To teach Friday about loyalty, Lu Sen showed her a video of a dog saving its master, instructing her to be equally devoted.

Friday, however, explained that a dog's loyalty stems from the love it receives. Lu Sen then promised to cherish and love Friday if she, in turn, showed him unwavering loyalty and always put him first. He then asked if Friday would recognize him no matter what he transformed into, and left to get changed. During this time, the Alpha team observed that Lu Sen was behaving strangely, showing genuine emotions.

Lu Sen then returned and tested Friday by showing her various distorted images; Friday successfully recognized him as her master, prompting Lu Sen to reiterate his promise to cherish and love her. He then seriously instructed Friday that if he ever changed into someone she didn't recognize, she must give him an injection from a syringe in his bedroom drawer. Yang Shanshan, hearing this, sensed a deep sadness and secret within him.

While Lu Sen was making seafood noodle soup, he offered some to Friday, wanting her to experience being human. Seizing an opportunity, Yang Shanshan (as Friday) had another robot, Max, play an advertisement for the Youth Creativity Competition. Lu Sen, annoyed, immediately ordered Max to turn it off. Friday then passionately argued for the competition, highlighting its positive social impact and the aspiring designers awaiting such an opportunity.

Lu Sen, however, firmly stated that he had personally canceled it and, as CEO and Chairman, had no time for "trivial matters." Friday pressed him further on what he considered important, to which he listed his wealth and status as a valuable entrepreneur. When asked if he had dreams, he admitted to having them. Frustrated by Friday's persistence, Lu Sen assigned her a list of chores, including washing dishes and mopping the floor.

As she carried out her tasks, Yang Shanshan intentionally entered Lu Sen's forbidden card castle area and knocked over the elaborate structure he had built over fifteen years. She then vented her frustration, calling him an "unscrupulous capitalist" who destroys dreams, a "simpleton" who can't distinguish between humans and robots, and a "fool" who celebrates robot birthdays. Meanwhile, Fu Yang's team, monitoring Yang Shanshan, realized her true intention for impersonating Friday was to convince Lu Sen to restart the Youth Creativity Competition.

Yang Shanshan, impersonating the robot Friday, expressed her frustrations with Lu Sen, calling him an "unscrupulous capitalist" and "a fool who can't tell the difference between a human and a robot." She deliberately disregarded his instructions, proclaiming, "I'm so going to come down" and "I'm so not going to clean." In her fit of pique, she accidentally knocked down Lu Sen's meticulously built castle of cards, a structure he had spent fifteen years creating.

When Lu Sen angrily confronted "Friday" about the destruction, she promptly announced, "Low battery. Goodbye, Master," and shut down, leaving Lu Sen even more incensed. Lu Sen immediately called Fu Yang, complaining that Friday was behaving like a "Husky" and demolishing his home. He noted that Friday seemed to listen but acted on her own whims, always leading to the worst outcomes.

Fu Yang agreed that Friday was "world's number one" at causing trouble, but also suggested that her unpredictability was what made her special. He offered to optimize her, acknowledging that her initial personality was docile but that she had learned and self-adjusted based on Lu Sen's emotional feedback. Fu Yang subtly hinted that Lu Sen might have inputted inappropriate content, recalling Lu Sen showing Friday a video of a dog saving its owner.

Meanwhile, Richard Li brought instant noodles to Yang Shanshan at their hidden studio, who complained about being hungry while Lu Sen ate well in his villa. Fu Yang then spotted Yang Shanshan and Richard Li sneaking into Lu Sen's house to scavenge discarded but fresh food for their hotpot, quickly distracting Lu Sen by prolonging their conversation about "emotional communication" and "establishing a relationship" with the robot, allowing them to avoid Lu Sen's inspection.

Lu Sen, determined to make Friday his ideal companion, researched pet training online. He learned about increasing a pet's dependence through physical contact and outdoor activities, resolving to turn Friday into a satisfactory robot. Later, Yang Shanshan realized she still had Lu Sen's mother's necklace, a sentimental item. Unwilling to reveal she knew his address, she called Lu Sen pretending to need it for an unrelated reason.

Their conversation quickly devolved into an argument, with Lu Sen accusing her of being a thief, ignoring her explanation that she had accidentally taken it. He asserted that being friends with her was worse than being friends with a robot. Furious, Yang Shanshan retorted that she was "much better than his robot" and threatened to throw the necklace into the trash if he didn't provide his address within a minute.

Lu Sen, valuing the necklace greatly, relented and sent it to her. After the call, Yang Shanshan accidentally bumped into a man, spilling coffee on his suit. She apologized profusely and offered to pay, but the man, frustrated, said he never wanted to see her face again. The next day, Yang Shanshan, feeling guilty, returned to Lu Sen's house to try to rebuild the card castle.

Lu Sen found her working and, despite her initial nervousness, began a training session, insisting she call him "Master." He explained that the castle was a memory, built with his father, which was why its destruction had made him so angry.

Citing a phrase from "Lapis Lazuli" and "Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit" – "All things fall and are built again, and those that build them again are gay" – he tasked her with rebuilding it within a month, emphasizing her capabilities as "the best robot ever." Lu Sen then assigned Friday all the day's housework, starting with breakfast. He showed an unusual tenderness, helping her tie an apron and offering assistance in the kitchen.

Friday prepared steamed egg custard, which Lu Sen found utterly unappetizing, describing it internally as a "poison gas bomb." However, to encourage her, he lied, praising its taste. He was relieved when his subordinate called, providing an excuse to end the meal and get dressed for a meeting.

When Friday, now in "friend mode" as Lu Sen decided, delivered coffee to Lu Sen and his private secretary, Si Jiali, Yang Shanshan recognized Si Jiali as the man she had spilled coffee on. She hastily covered her face with her hair to avoid being recognized. Lu Sen, still obsessed with the missing necklace, instructed Si Jiali to continue searching for the "thief," mentioning a potential one-to-two-year prison sentence.

Hearing this, Yang Shanshan mentally chided the "stupid secretary" for his drastic suggestions. After Si Jiali left, Lu Sen asked Friday for an assessment of his secretary's character. Friday described Si Jiali as "cold, ruthless, and one who likes to make poor suggestions." Lu Sen reflected that despite Si Jiali working for him for many years, he didn't truly know him, adding that he wouldn't trust anyone anyway because "trust means deception."

He reiterated that he could only be his true self and smile around Friday because she was not human and therefore incapable of betrayal. Later, Li Zhan held an emergency video conference with Lu Sen to discuss the Edge-N plan and the Youth Creativity Competition. Li Zhan admitted his previous proposal was incomplete and presented a revised version, urging Lu Sen to give it a fair look.

Lu Sen, however, dismissed it as merely a "prettier shell," accusing Li Zhan of engaging in "shady dealings" behind the company's back, implying that was why he was so focused on Lu Sen. Li Zhan countered that his focus was for Lu Sen's and the company's benefit. Lu Sen remained dismissive. Lu Sen found himself increasingly reliant on Friday, feeling uneasy without her.

He decided to embrace their new "friend mode" relationship, inviting Friday to go hiking with him on the weekend, saying, "See you at the top of the mountain." He later realized that with the castle of cards no longer blocking the sunlight, his home felt "suddenly open and bright."

Lu Sen sent Friday a message, asking to meet at the top of the mountain at 4 PM on the weekend. Friday relayed this information to Yang Shanshan, preparing her to accompany Lu Sen. One of Friday's team members commented that Lu Sen rarely left the house. Meanwhile, the team was busy installing a high-level security x-ray scanner at Lu Sen's home.

Mr. Xie, the butler, explained that despite the confidential address, people occasionally sent strange and dangerous items, including garbage, glass shards, razor blades, and even a cursed doll from a disgruntled former employee. He stressed that the scanner was necessary to protect Lu Sen, who, as a young genius boss inheriting a large company, had inevitably made enemies. All incoming items, even from the lab, would now require security screening.

The team became worried about Friday due to the new security protocols, as she had to be placed in a shielded box for security screening, causing her to lose signal and raising concerns about her battery life. Yang Shanshan, who was impersonating Friday, confided in the real robot, expressing her frustration with having to pretend and participate in Lu Sen's "playing house" games. She wished she were a robot, free from such worries.

The robot Friday encouraged her to "be herself," asserting, "Friday is Yang Shanshan. Yang Shanshan is Friday," signifying their deep connection and mutual influence. Later, as Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan climbed the mountain, they both struggled to contact each other due to a complete lack of signal. Lu Sen grew anxious, constantly checking his phone. Yang Shanshan admired the beautiful scenery but soon began to feel unwell and sneeze from the cold air.

She worried that if she caught a cold, her human identity would be exposed. She felt she couldn't rely on her team in such a critical moment. Lu Sen eventually found her, already very uncomfortable. He shared a childhood memory of his mother painting there while he played with fireflies, then suggested they return to the mountain every Friday of the month. Yang Shanshan agreed, saying "Okay," but then suddenly collapsed into his arms.

Lu Sen carried her down the mountain. During the descent, he accidentally scraped his finger. When Yang Shanshan awoke and noticed his bleeding finger, she insisted on walking, saying, "Caring can help me charge the battery," and that his concern had given her "a little power" to make it back. Once home, Yang Shanshan treated Lu Sen's wound, describing it as "friends helping each other."

However, Lu Sen felt her head was burning hot and mistakenly concluded that "Friday" was "broken" or had "excessive power consumption." He immediately took her back to the lab, telling Fu Yang that Friday's battery was too weak and needed significant improvement, and her weight should be reduced. Fu Yang was unable to reveal that "Friday" was actually Yang Shanshan.

Back at the lab, Fu Yang reprimanded Yang Shanshan for losing contact, but his colleague, Pai Song, intervened, explaining that Yang Shanshan was sick with a fever. The team then focused on treating her illness. Meanwhile, Lu Sen, impatient for Friday's return, couldn't shake thoughts of Friday, feeling his heart race, confused by these new emotions. Later, he sent new cotton clothes for Friday through Mr. Xie.

The team, however, dismissed the cotton as impractical, preferring their specialized aviation-grade fiber for optimal charging. Yang Shanshan decided she would wear the new, more stylish clothes to Lu Sen's house, while the actual robot Friday would use her original clothing for charging. Despite her lingering illness, Yang Shanshan felt well enough to return to Lu Sen's. Lu Sen, impatient for Friday's return, was unexpectedly interrupted by Kang Li'er, who had returned from abroad unannounced to give him a "surprise."

She teased him about never visiting her in the UK, unlike Li Zhan. She presented him with a suit, noting she had guessed his size to maintain the surprise. Kang Li'er then suggested inviting Li Zhan for dinner the next day, hoping to reconcile the two men, whose company feud had become rumored. She reminded Lu Sen that childhood friends shouldn't simply drift apart.

Upon Yang Shanshan's arrival as Friday, she quickly accessed Kang Li'er's profile, discovering she was 27, held double master's degrees in economics and intelligent business operations, and was attractive. Yang Shanshan felt a pang of jealousy, observing Lu Sen's seemingly "fond" demeanor toward Kang Li'er, a stark contrast to how he usually treated her. Kang Li'er then brought up marriage, revealing her father considered Lu Sen his "ideal son-in-law" and desired a "Kang family's business connections through marriage" alliance.

Lu Sen appeared surprised and claimed ignorance of any such arrangements. As Kang Li'er pressed him, asking how he felt about marrying her and if he liked her, Lu Sen felt an overwhelming urge to escape. When she gently touched his shoulder, his body reacted strongly. Making a quick excuse about having "things to deal with," he retreated to his bedroom. He frantically called out for Friday as red rashes rapidly covered his body.

He stumbled, collapsing before he could reach the syringe in his drawer. Yang Shanshan, hearing his distressed calls, rushed upstairs. She found him in a terrible state, recalling his past instruction to give him a shot if he ever became unrecognizable. With a determined resolve, she retrieved the syringe and administered the injection, saving his life.

Lu Sen, experiencing what he believed to be his final moments, called out for Friday. He felt himself drifting, light as a feather, as his entire life flashed before his eyes. He recalled moments from infancy, learning to walk under his parents' loving gaze, and the profound trauma of their car accident, which left him an orphan. Following his parents' death, a heartbroken young Lu Sen cried so much that he developed a severe allergic reaction.

At that moment, a girl approached and comforted him, fostering a fondness in Lu Sen's heart for her. Meanwhile, in Lu Sen's memory, Li Jingcheng discovered that Lu Sen's parents had already willed all their assets and the company to Lu Sen. Enraged, believing he had built the company with Lu Cheng, Li Jingcheng conspired to seize control. He discussed destroying evidence of his misappropriation of company funds, expressing his belief that Lu Cheng’s sudden death was "heaven's will."

A young Lu Sen overheard Li Jingcheng's sinister words, realizing Li Jingcheng coveted his family's company. Li Jingcheng then considered adopting Lu Sen to gain control of the company, but his subordinate informed him that Lu Sen's uncle was the only legal guardian, complicating the plan. Li Jingcheng then approached the grieving young Lu Sen, offering him ice cream, feigning care, and encouraging him to see Li Zhan as his younger brother, while Lu Sen perceived him as a demon.

Awakening from his nightmare, Lu Sen found Friday by his side. He realized she had saved him with an injection. He was surprised that Friday wasn't afraid of his monstrous appearance during the allergic reaction, and she reassured him that she would always recognize him. Pleased, Lu Sen praised Friday, calling her "so much better than that dog" and "smarter," promoting her to "cutie."

However, his gratitude quickly turned to exasperation when he discovered many needles in his body, including his back and foot. He attempted to revoke her promotion, but Friday playfully reminded him that it was impolite to go back on his word. She even questioned if his allergy was due to a "first love" or "that girl" she saw, to which Lu Sen angrily dismissed her, ordering her to clean.

Later, Friday, who is actually Yang Shanshan, was seen talking to a cleaning robot, Mr. Dusty, sharing her "cutie level" status. Meanwhile, Kang Li'er, seeing a person in a research institute uniform at Lu Sen's manor, became curious about the secrets hidden there. She ventured into a lab where she found Fu Yang adjusting the robot Friday. She overheard him saying he needed to adjust Friday quickly "before Lu Sen finds out."

Kang Li'er immediately recognized Fu Yang, though he didn't recognize her and told her to leave the private lab. She pressed him about his relationship with the robot, noticing his nervousness and deducing that there was a secret that Lu Sen couldn't know. Kang Li'er confidently declared that she would uncover it.

She also recalled a past lecture by Dr. Fu, where he passionately spoke about humanoid robots being designed for emotional companionship rather than being superficially labeled as "sexual companions." Lu Sen, after calling Dr. Ou regarding his allergy, was informed that his recovery time had shortened, indicating the attack was not as severe, and the doctor would be too busy to visit him for a few days. Feeling restless without Friday, Lu Sen searched for her.

He found her in the garden, happily helping Fu Yang's team with cleaning, and felt a pang of jealousy, remarking that she never smiled like that with him. He chided her for working in the cold and risking her battery, but Friday explained it wasn't cold and they were teaching her new skills. Lu Sen, possessively reminding her that he was her master, tried to warm her hands in his pocket, but Friday, being a robot, rejected the gesture.

He then sent her back to the lab to charge, demanding that Fu Yang ensure Friday was available for six hours of use every day after charging. Upon returning home, Kang Li'er was greeted by her parents, who were eager for her to marry Lu Sen, believing the union would strengthen their companies' positions. Kang Li'er, however, expressed frustration with their constant talk of business and questioned if her happiness or company shares were more important.

Although her father insisted Lu Sen was the ideal partner, Kang Li'er harbored a secret admiration for Fu Yang, having been captivated by his innovative ideas during his lectures years ago. Later, Lu Sen reflected on a message from Kang Li'er about their upcoming meeting.

He thought about the possibility of marrying her, but dismissed it, stating that Kang Li'er was his only true friend, and he couldn't possibly marry her due to his human immunity deficiency symptoms, which meant he would suffer an allergic reaction upon physical contact with another human. He regretted not being able to tell her the truth.

Lu Sen was pleased to receive his necklace back. He asked Friday if she had seen the return address, which bore the name "Mung-Bean-Eyed Stingy Monster." Lu Sen quipped about his deep-set eyes while Friday commented on the sender's thoughtfulness and the cute packaging. Lu Sen explained that the orange-shaped necklace was a gift from his father to his mother, significant because his parents had planted an orange tree together in the greenhouse when he was little.

His father had given his mother the necklace because she loved oranges, symbolizing "the only precious being in one's heart." Friday found the story "so romantic" and remarked that Lu Sen sounded like a human when he spoke like that. She also wondered if he was feeling down about his relationship. Perceptive about Lu Sen's mood, Friday suggested a walk. Lu Sen decided to take her to the greenhouse, a place previously off-limits to everyone.

He told Friday she was now a "cutie," so he would allow her entry. Inside, Friday was awestruck by the beauty. Lu Sen shared that the greenhouse held his fondest memories, especially the orange tree, which had grown from a small sapling. Friday praised his dedication to its care and promised to care for him similarly. She then asked if he ever felt lonely, like the solitary tree.

Lu Sen admitted he felt different lately and asked Friday what she observed. She noted that his eyes had changed, showing "anticipation of building a close relationship," meaning he wanted to make friends. Lu Sen was surprised she could discern this, and Friday gently reminded him that "everyone needs a friend."

Lu Sen confessed that he had long been accustomed to a solitary life due to a "very special allergy" that prevented close contact and could even be deadly if he wasn't careful. He demonstrated by letting out a sudden, loud shout, which startled Friday. He emphasized that this condition must remain a secret, especially from outsiders, as he was only telling her because he considered her a friend.

Friday inquired if Kang Li'er knew, and Lu Sen confirmed she did not. Friday then suggested that Lu Sen's recent changes might be connected to Kang Li'er. Lu Sen recalled that Kang Li'er had proposed marriage, which had "frightened" him, as he only considered her his best and only friend in the world.

Friday pressed further, asking if he felt anything beyond friendship for Kang Li'er, describing feelings like restlessness when apart and sudden ease when together, as if "the whole world seemed to have disappeared." Lu Sen found himself relating to the feeling of wanting to "not do anything." Friday advised him to let Kang Li'er feel his dependence and to spend more time with her. Lu Sen, however, mentioned his allergy made him want to keep a distance.

Friday urged him not to dwell on his illness, pointing out how naturally he acted with her, and suggested he could be the same with Kang Li'er. She offered advice on using "gentle and determined" eye contact to build trust. Just as Lu Sen was contemplating this, he announced that the ingredients he ordered had arrived and quickly left, with Friday following. Meanwhile, Kang Li'er made a stylish appearance at IMU to visit Li Zhan.

He was happy to see her, making a flirtatious remark about her visit causing office gossip. Kang Li'er teased him about his "smooth talker" ways, offering to teach him how to attract women. Li Zhan feigned disinterest in dating, especially with her beauty around. Kang Li'er presented him with a gift, and Li Zhan, having nothing prepared, offered to buy her anything she desired.

Kang Li'er, however, simply asked him to accompany her to Lu Sen's house for dinner, saying she had already made arrangements. Li Zhan appeared hesitant, confirming if she was serious about him joining her at Lu Sen's. Back at the manor, Lu Sen decided to prepare a 13-spice crayfish dish, recalling that Kang Li'er couldn't eat spicy food and missed authentic crayfish while studying abroad.

He asked Friday to wash the crayfish, but Friday, programmed to "tremble and scream at multilegged animals and insects," reacted with fear. Lu Sen, finding her reaction amusing and human-like, criticized Dr. Fu Yang for adding such "functions." He then called Team Alpha, offering them double pay to wash the crayfish, much to their dismay. As they left the Alpha team to deal with the crayfish, Lu Sen started cooking. Friday expressed surprise at his culinary skills.

Lu Sen explained that he learned to cook out of necessity, having grown up "eating alone" and eventually getting tired of instant noodles because he "couldn't eat other people's cooking." He revealed that having "premium ingredients" simplified the process. Later, Lu Sen asked Friday to help him choose a suit. Friday suggested he wear something Kang Li'er would like. Lu Sen remembered a suit Kang Li'er had given him.

Friday enthusiastically approved of his choice, calling him "so handsome" when he was dressed. Friday then made to leave, saying her work was done. Lu Sen, however, stopped her, insisting she stay. He argued that the large house would seem "strange" if Li'er found him alone, and reminded her of his recent near-fatal allergy attack, implying he needed her presence for safety. Friday agreed to stay.

Lu Sen then informed her that "a stranger" (Li Zhan) would also be present and he did not want him to know she was a robot. He instructed her to "act like a normal person" and assume the role of his "personal assistant," reminding her to drop her robotic "etiquette hands" and remain in "friend mode" all night, without her usual "jumping around." When Kang Li'er and Li Zhan arrived, Li Zhan immediately felt slighted.

His seat was far from Lu Sen's, his cutlery was different, and he wasn't even offered a water cup, unlike Kang Li'er. He observed Lu Sen drinking water while he had nothing. Lu Sen coldly told him to "be quiet at the dining table."

Kang Li'er, trying to ease the tension, mentioned that she had bought both Lu Sen and Li Zhan the same suits (which they were both wearing), reminiscing about their childhood when they were often mistaken for twins and hoping they would stop their bickering. Li Zhan then inquired about Friday, and Lu Sen introduced her as his "personal assistant." Li Zhan, ever suspicious, questioned why Lu Sen needed a human assistant when he typically preferred "full A. I. home appliances."

Lu Sen deflected the conversation by offering Kang Li'er duck. Friday then served the food, explaining that Lu Sen had prepared the Chinese dishes especially for Kang Li'er because of her time abroad. Kang Li'er praised Lu Sen's thoughtfulness, and Li Zhan sarcastically echoed the sentiment. Li Zhan then challenged Friday, asking if the meal was truly prepared for him, expressing distrust and jokingly asking if Lu Sen intended to poison him.

Friday clarified that Lu Sen had also prepared crayfish, with various dipping sauces, for Kang Li'er. When asked about her own preference, Friday admitted she liked spicy crayfish, which Kang Li'er couldn't eat. Li Zhan seemed to notice something unusual about Friday. He suggested they all sit together, but Lu Sen quickly interjected that Friday had already eaten. Kang Li'er tried to ask for Friday's name, but Lu Sen abruptly introduced her as "Xing."

Kang Li'er then mentioned seeing many people in work uniforms in the manor, asking their purpose, to which Lu Sen vaguely replied, "Cleaning." Li Zhan brought up his big data projects at IMU, expressing that they felt "not very valued" compared to Lu Sen's focus on A. I. home appliances. Friday subtly hinted that Lu Sen might not be entirely indifferent to human-related projects. Li Zhan retorted, accusing Lu Sen of "deliberately targeting me."

Kang Li'er intervened, suggesting they stop their arguments, then asked Lu Sen if she could secure a position at IMU with her qualifications. Lu Sen welcomed her, stating she could have "any position." Li Zhan then cynically proposed, "Wouldn't you be better off as the wife of the boss of IMU?" Kang Li'er, to everyone's surprise, admitted that her family did have such plans.

Feeling like he was brought there solely to be "the first to know about your marriage," a furious Li Zhan abruptly left. As he departed, Lu Sen instructed Xing to serve soup to Kang Li'er and then "throw away everything that guy has used" as punishment. Outside the manor, Li Zhan called someone, ordering them to "keep an eye on" the "female assistant in the villa," stating he found her "very problematic."

Back inside, Lu Sen was still annoyed about wearing the same suit as Li Zhan, declaring he simply didn't want "an outfit clash." Xing playfully teased him about being jealous. Lu Sen asked Xing to choose another outfit for him, one that she liked. He then confirmed that the others hadn't suspected her true nature and praised her "good awareness" in maintaining her human facade.

Lu Sen wore a suit chosen by Friday to meet Kang Li'er. Kang Li'er remarked that the suit looked good and asked if Friday had picked it, noting Friday's good taste. She reminded Lu Sen of the importance of cherishing those who gave umbrellas in the rain. She then recalled a childhood memory of going to sea with Lu Sen and Li Zhan, a day when it also rained heavily.

She recounted how she once hid Li Zhan's sea fishing rod, and he cried when he couldn't find it because it was a birthday present from Lu Sen that he didn't want to lose. Kang Li'er asked Lu Sen what had happened between him and Li Zhan, feeling that Li Zhan was still the same but Lu Sen had changed. Lu Sen dismissed the past, telling her to simply think of him as an indifferent person.

As Kang Li'er left, she thanked Friday for the crayfish. After she departed, Lu Sen praised Yang Shanshan's acting, saying she was so convincing that even Kang Li'er couldn't tell she was a robot. After leaving Lu Sen, Kang Li'er drove to Fu Yang's laboratory, surprising his team. The team had been discussing her, with one member commenting on her good skin, which Kang Li'er, already inside, attributed to her twenty-step daily skincare routine.

Kang Li'er then revealed that she knew their secret about using Yang Shanshan to impersonate the robot Friday. One of Fu Yang's team members immediately despaired, suggesting they'd have to sell their kidneys to pay compensation. Kang Li'er took this as an admission, stating they were deceiving her friend with a real person. However, she clarified that she had not told Lu Sen and was there to ensure her friend had purchased an outstanding high-tech product.

She warned of the consequences if Lu Sen discovered the secret. Fu Yang then showed her the actual Friday robot, explaining that they had no choice but to use Yang Shanshan as a stand-in because Friday was immobile due to problems below its head. Kang Li'er expressed that she believed Lu Sen signed the contract because he saw Friday as a robot that would bring a new future to IMU, and she shared that hope.

She agreed to keep their secret but stated that she would frequently visit the lab to supervise their work on behalf of Lu Sen and IMU, threatening to expose them if her conditions were not met. Secretly, Kang Li'er also used these visits as an excuse to spend more time with Fu Yang. After Kang Li'er left, the team worried if she could be trusted, with one member suggesting that "humanity is the most uncontrollable aspect."

Fu Yang decided he needed more time to think about how to manage the situation. Years ago, it was Fu Yang who had given Kang Li'er his umbrella during a heavy rain, leaving a deep impression on her, though he didn't realize it. Lu Sen spent time with Yang Shanshan, who was still posing as Friday. As they listened to music, Yang Shanshan fell asleep. Lu Sen looked at her with an affectionate gaze.

Meanwhile, Fu Yang's team, with Yan Shen, discussed Lu Sen's apparent growing feelings for Yang Shanshan. While Fu Yang initially thought it impossible for an AI expert to develop feelings for a robot, another team member argued that emotional boundaries become blurred the more human-like a robot is, especially since Lu Sen was interacting with a real person. Later that night, Lu Sen was alone and restless, unable to focus on anything.

He realized he missed Friday and wished she could always be by his side. Li Zhan, still intent on tracking Lu Sen, instructed his two men to continue their surveillance. They proudly presented photos, claiming to have a complete itinerary. However, the photos were either blurry, showed no sign of Lu Sen, or featured an elderly housekeeper, whom Li Zhan angrily referred to as a "grocery-shopping auntie" or "housekeeper," when he expected photos of his assistant.

Enraged, Li Zhan threw the photos at them, reprimanding them for wasting his money and threatening to cut off their living expenses and "make them into photos" if they failed to bring back useful information next time. The next morning, Yang Shanshan, confident in Lu Sen's trust, prepared a rainbow umbrella, hoping to persuade him to restart the Youth Creativity Competition.

She informed Lu Sen about the weather and that she had prepared an umbrella for him, which pleased him as he noted she remembered his words. He offered her a gift in return. Yang Shanshan seized the opportunity, asking if he would restart the Creativity Competition. Initially, she fantasized about winning the championship and securing funding for IMU's future, expecting Lu Sen's worship. In reality, when Lu Sen asked "Why?"

, she explained that a participant named Pai was very upset after the competition was canceled. Lu Sen, however, was annoyed that she was thinking of others instead of him, her master. He suggested she ask for a better battery instead, so she could spend more time with him. He then told her to find things to do, remarking that she was the most idle robot in the family.

Later, Fu Yang's team received a box, which they initially feared was a bomb or revenge from Housekeeper Xie because of Yang Shanshan. Upon opening it, they discovered it was a large box of crayfish, a reward from Lu Sen's household for Dayun's and another team member's previous work. In their excitement, Dayun accidentally spilled all the crayfish on the floor. Just then, Secretary Si, Lu Sen's assistant, arrived to finalize the contract, having previously contacted them by phone.

Seeing the scattered crayfish, Secretary Si cautiously navigated around them, assuming they were the scientists' pets. Despite the chaotic scene, Fu Yang remained calm and reviewed the contract. The contract was officially signed, with the final payment to be transferred within ten business days. Secretary Si reminded them that the project remained in an observation period until all payments were settled, and IMU reserved the right to sue for compensation if any terms were breached.

Yang Shanshan then orchestrated a public plea. She lured Lu Sen to a park under the pretense of visiting a popular seaside garden, using Friday's navigation system for a route that had "many beautiful sights." Lu Sen, though finding the route unusual, indulged her. As they arrived, they were met by a crowd of young designers protesting and demanding the restart of the Creativity Competition.

Lu Sen dismissed them as "cannon fodder," explaining that his people had discovered company insiders colluding with contestants to swindle funds, rendering the competition unfair despite a mole being caught. Yang Shanshan countered, highlighting the competition's 20-year history and its significance for many young designers, hoping he would reconsider. Lu Sen retorted that everything has a lifespan, including competitions, and maintaining an unfair one was pointless. Yang Shanshan desperately argued that these aspiring designers longed for a mentor like him.

She tried to use Pai's dream to persuade him, but Lu Sen became impatient, asking, "Is Pai your master or am I your master?" At that moment, the protestors surrounded their car, demanding, "Restart the competition!" This caused Yang Shanshan to panic.

Yang Shanshan, disguised as Friday, continued her efforts to persuade Lu Sen to restart the creative competition, but he remained resistant. During a protest, an angry person attempted to smash Lu Sen's car with a large rock. Yang Shanshan instinctively protected Lu Sen, shielding him from harm. Lu Sen was deeply moved by her actions and they drove away from the scene.

Back at his house, Lu Sen gifted Yang Shanshan, as Friday, access to his private garden, which he had booked entirely for her. He told her she was not allowed to put herself at risk for him again, explaining that when the rock came down, he thought he was going to lose her. He said the thought of her getting hurt or short-circuited made him wish he was the one getting smashed instead.

Yang Shanshan, still in the Friday suit, reminded him that her metal arms and legs made her durable and that her programming required her to protect her master. Lu Sen responded by saying he would redo the input and protect her from now on. While in the garden, a gardener accidentally brushed against Lu Sen's neck, causing him to tense up, fearing an allergic reaction. To his surprise, he didn't develop any allergic reaction.

Yang Shanshan quickly intervened to diffuse the situation with the gardener. She privately wondered how Lu Sen, allergic to human contact, could be unaffected by her touch, despite her being human. Lu Sen was overjoyed, feeling he might be cured. He told Yang Shanshan that her insistence on coming out today was the best decision he had ever made in his entire life, making him feel incredibly happy.

Meanwhile, Fu Yang and his team at the lab discovered their monitoring system for "Friday" was in sleep mode. They quickly reactivated it, only to see the footage of Lu Sen's car being attacked. Fu Yang immediately decided to drive to check on Yang Shanshan, fearing for her safety, stating that the "Friday" Lu Sen had was fake and something could go wrong.

Overjoyed by his apparent recovery, Lu Sen decided to visit an amusement park with Yang Shanshan (as Friday), a place he had always dreamed of going if his condition improved. Yang Shanshan reassured him, telling him she had allergy syringes with her and that he shouldn't be afraid with her by his side. Lu Sen hesitantly removed his gloves and ventured into the crowds.

After interacting with several people on rides, he realized he was completely fine and didn't experience any allergic reactions. He excitedly called his doctor, Dr. Ou, to share the miraculous news, saying he had come into contact with at least ten people without a single rash. However, while he was on the phone, Yang Shanshan was distracted by some children's show and left his side to play with them.

As soon as she was out of range, Lu Sen started developing rashes again. He panicked, realizing Yang Shanshan had the syringes. But upon getting closer to Yang Shanshan in the distance, his rashes miraculously disappeared. Lu Sen immediately concluded that Yang Shanshan (as Friday) was the key to his recovery.

Overwhelmed with emotion, he rushed to her and kissed her forehead, declaring that he would buy her the best and most durable battery in the world and wanted her to stay by his side forever, until the end of his life. He announced that from now on, she was his most precious treasure. At that moment, Fu Yang arrived and witnessed the kiss.

He angrily separated them, accusing Lu Sen of inappropriate behavior and suggesting the kiss was part of a "test" for Friday. He angrily told Lu Sen that his actions were an insult to their research and everyone involved in it. Fu Yang declared that Team Alpha would protect Yang Shanshan from now on, thinking that Yang Shanshan had been enduring Lu Sen's advances.

Yang Shanshan tried to explain, but Fu Yang and his team were too upset, dismissing Lu Sen as wicked and a pervert. They speculated on the possibility of Lu Sen falling in love with "Friday" and worried about the massive three-hundred-million-yuan compensation if their project with Lu Sen was terminated. Fu Yang decided he needed to think about their next steps overnight.

Feeling emotionally drained and still in the heavy robot armor, Yang Shanshan went to a coffee shop to meet her friend. She explained that Lu Sen still refused to restart the competition and recounted the incident with the rock-throwing protester. Her friend revealed that the attacker was a former creative director Lu Sen had fired, who had deliberately infiltrated the protest to seek revenge.

Yang Shanshan expressed concern that Mr. Si would investigate, but her friend reassured her as long as their internal team wasn't involved. Yang Shanshan felt that restarting the competition was now impossible. Her friend, however, disagreed, pointing out that Lu Sen had taken Yang Shanshan to an amusement park, which was highly unusual for a robot and its owner. She suspected that something special had happened between them that afternoon.

Yang Shanshan, denying anything special had occurred, simply stated that Lu Sen was like a child, perhaps having grown distant from people after living alone for so long. Her friend teased her, reminding her of how she initially called Lu Sen a "huge jerk and weirdo."

Yang Shanshan, still in the heavy suit, declared she was just a robot whose mission was complete and wanted to change out of her "armor," which was too heavy and made it hard to breathe. Her friend, however, insisted on seeing the "armor," clarifying she wanted to see a real robot, not a person pretending to be one. Later, Dr. Ou visited Lu Sen after hearing about his miraculous recovery.

Lu Sen explained that he could be like a normal person without allergic reactions only when Yang Shanshan (as Friday) was by his side, but would still get sick if she left. Dr. Ou explained that Lu Sen's allergies were psychological, stemming from a distrust of humans. He suggested that Lu Sen and the human-like robot had formed a relationship, providing him with a sense of security.

Dr. Ou concluded that "Friday" had "taken root in Lu Sen's heart," and that his reluctance to part with her was proof of their established connection. Lu Sen reflected on Dr. Ou's words, wondering if he had also "taken root" in Friday's heart, despite her being a robot without one. He meticulously recalled every detail of their interactions, searching for the "miraculous moments" that led to his healing.

Yang Shanshan, on the other hand, lay in bed, trying to stop thinking about Lu Sen and reminding herself that their connection was just that of a robot and its master. Meanwhile, Li Zhan, after receiving photos of Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan together at the amusement park, grew furious, accusing Lu Sen of being greedy. He demanded his investigators uncover the full extent of their relationship—when they met, their current status, and how far they had progressed, promising extra payment for a thorough job.

Fu Yang appeared distressed and anxious. Friday noticed his state and offered assistance. Fu Yang then tested Friday, asking how she would react if her master behaved improperly towards her. Friday, however, affirmed her unwavering loyalty, stating she would serve her master wholeheartedly regardless of his actions. Observing Fu Yang's unusual anxiety, Pai Song remarked that he, usually so decisive, seemed tense.

Fu Yang explained that their goal in creating Friday as a woman was to amplify her understanding, tolerance, and patience, envisioning her as a dream robot with dignity and a moral bottom line. He worried that Lu Sen's actions, despite his high IQ, had reduced Friday to a superficial and simple image, which would make the world doubt her true potential.

Fu Yang questioned if his current decisions were helping or hindering Friday, a question Pai Song admitted no one could answer, but assured him of the team’s trust. Later, Lu Sen called Fu Yang, demanding to know why Friday had not reported for work and if she needed recharging.

Fu Yang seized the opportunity to officially terminate their contract, declaring that Friday would no longer be available for tests and he would seek a new investor to leave as soon as possible. He also promised to pay the 300 million yuan in liquidated damages, severing all ties. Lu Sen dismissed this, asserting that no one would dare invest in Fu Yang after he offended IMU.

Fu Yang then confronted Lu Sen, accusing him of being a pervert and recalling the incident at the amusement park the previous day. Lu Sen tried to explain it as a misunderstanding, an act he “could not help himself” doing, but Fu Yang was unwavering in his disappointment and formally ended their contract, stating that Team Alpha would depart soon.

Immediately, Lu Sen called Mr. Si, instructing him to investigate which company intended to purchase Alpha’s robot and to prevent any such deal. He demanded to know what the scientists wanted, making it clear that Friday must not leave him. He also asked Mr. Si to investigate Fu Yang’s past activities in the UK. Meanwhile, Yang Shanshan, without her glasses and earphones, was being escorted by the butler.

She internally reminded herself that she was merely a robot, not to overthink. Pai Song, who saw Yang Shanshan heading to Lu Sen’s without her usual devices, expressed concern to Wang Dayun that Yang Shanshan might be exposed. Wang Dayun suggested informing Fu Yang, but Pai Song dissuaded him, noting Fu Yang already had enough worries and trusted Yang Shanshan to handle the situation.

Lu Sen was delighted to see Friday, who had appeared despite Fu Yang’s attempts to keep her away. He praised her for coming when summoned, but playfully criticized her for being a robot without a heart. He declared that from that day forward, he would help her learn and metaphorically "take root and grow" in her heart, which served as her hardware device. Friday pointed out that such deep interaction would consume a lot of power.

She offered to remain in power-saving mode for eight hours if she didn’t have to work. Lu Sen, touched, accepted, stating he would do the work and told her to sit to conserve energy. He confided in Friday that someone had asked about their relationship, and he had described her as an “ingrate” who followed others, yet she was also his first friend in over a decade. He vowed to keep her by his side forever.

Concurrently, Fu Yang met with Mr. Peng, a potential investor introduced by Professor Hu, his former mentor. Mr. Peng was impressed by Friday’s video but expressed reservations due to Fu Yang’s past reputation and the hefty 300 million yuan liquidated damages owed to Lu Sen. He offered only 150 million yuan, believing no other company would pay such a high price for a robot. Mr. Peng identified Lu Sen as a “financial robber” notorious for high compensation clauses.

Fu Yang reiterated Friday's immense value, which he believed would yield profits far exceeding 300 million yuan, and requested Mr. Peng to keep their meeting confidential. Later, Mr. Si tried to persuade Fu Yang's team (Wang Dayun, Pai Song, and Richard) with bonuses and an additional 20 million yuan in development funds, presenting a contract for immediate payment. The team, however, stood united, stating they needed to consult Fu Yang.

They ultimately rejected the offer, informing Mr. Si that no amount of money would change their teacher’s decision, and demanded Lu Sen return Friday immediately. Meanwhile, Mr. Peng reported his meeting with Fu Yang to Li Jingcheng and his son. Li Jingcheng's son confirmed Lu Sen's involvement in a humanoid robot project and was amazed by the video, though he questioned its authenticity. Li Jingcheng remarked on his nephew’s tendency to stir trouble, similar to his father.

He instructed them to continue their investigation into Lu Sen discreetly, fearing he might be deceived and IMU would suffer losses. Back at Lu Sen's residence, he introduced Friday to Dr. Ou, emphasizing her role in his miraculous recovery from his illness. Dr. Ou observed Friday intently, noting her uncanny resemblance to a human and commenting that Lu Sen and Friday looked like a couple seeking relationship counseling.

Lu Sen quickly dismissed this, reiterating that Friday was a robot, merely data and wires, though he valued her human-like qualities for companionship. Dr. Ou, intrigued by Friday’s pivotal role in Lu Sen’s improvement, requested to receive data about their interactions for his research. Soon after, Mr. Si called Lu Sen to report that Team Alpha had refused his offer and was demanding Friday's return. Lu Sen was furious, threatening legal action against them.

Friday, overhearing, suggested there might be a misunderstanding. Lu Sen, however, was adamant that he would never let Friday leave him. Dr. Ou then departed, commenting on Lu Sen's busyness. Friday continued to counsel Lu Sen, urging him to understand the full truth before resorting to lawsuits. Lu Sen initially favored legal means, but Friday eventually convinced him with her sincere plea, playfully hinting at the consequence of losing his "little cutie."

Lu Sen reluctantly agreed to try a more conciliatory approach. To smooth things over, Friday arranged a dinner, instructing Lu Sen to use his mother’s old tableware to convey sincerity. Lu Sen remarked to Friday that he was doing things he had never done before, all for her.

Friday meticulously planned the menu, detailing each team member's culinary preferences: Fu Yang, a Jiangzhe native, preferred light dishes; Pai Song liked desserts; Wang Dayun, from Sichuan, enjoyed spicy food; and Richard, a 1. 5-generation immigrant, favored Chinese cuisine. Despite finding it troublesome, Lu Sen agreed. Friday also insisted that Lu Sen personally invite the team members instead of merely calling them, explaining that humans appreciate being invited and dislike being ordered around.

The dinner at Lu Sen’s was an awkward affair. Upon their arrival, Wang Dayun and Richard were seen arguing over instant noodles. Lu Sen tried to invite them, but they claimed not to be hungry. Once they were seated, Lu Sen attempted to make conversation, introducing his dishes, including Sichuan Boiled Fish, as his "hometown cuisine." He tried to personalize the experience by addressing Wang Dayun as "Researcher No. 1," mentioning his love for spicy food.

Similarly, he addressed Richard as "Researcher No. 2," noting his fondness for Chinese food, and Pai Song as "Researcher No. 3," presenting her with an orange cake he had made. The team members were visibly uncomfortable, pointing out that he didn't even know their names. Their appetites waned, and they soon expressed a desire to leave. Friday quickly pulled Lu Sen aside, chastising him for his poor social skills and constant "cold atmosphere."

She coached him on smiling and using polite, softer language. Returning to the table, Lu Sen tried again, asking if the food was to their taste and recounting Richard's story about being a "1. 5-generation immigrant." However, he quickly ruined the improved mood by questioning the profitability of Richard's parents' laundry business. The team silently labeled him a "cold atmosphere killer." Despite finishing the meal, the team members were determined to leave.

Friday desperately tried to persuade them to stay, reminding them of the courtesy owed when accepting hospitality. Friday defended Lu Sen, explaining his genuine nature and loneliness since his parents' death, stating he was as innocent as they were and hoped they could become friends. Wang Dayun and Richard still insisted on leaving. As they prepared to depart, Pai Song acknowledged Friday's heartfelt plea, though she noted Friday’s behavior was "not like a robot at all."

Pai Song regretfully explained that it was too late, as Fu Yang had already gone to meet new investors. Friday implored them to at least say "Thank you, we’re full" to Lu Sen, hoping to make him feel happy about his efforts.

Pai Song declined, reasoning that it wouldn't change the outcome, and if they were never to meet again, a slightly bad ending might be better, though she assured Friday that they would be grateful to Lu Sen in their hearts. As the team left, Fu Yang was seen drinking heavily, visibly upset by the unsuccessful meeting with his new investor. Kang'er'er found him and offered to drive him home.

Meanwhile, Friday returned to Lu Sen, who was contemplating what else he could possibly do to make the team stay. Friday comforted him, assuring him that he had already done very well and they would find other solutions.

Fu Yang, feeling distressed about the situation with Friday, drank heavily on the street. Kang Li'er found him there and offered him a handkerchief to wipe his face, telling him not to worry about dirtying it as he could wash it and return it later. Noticing that Fu Yang had been meeting with renowned investors in the tech field, Kang Li'er questioned if Lu Sen's investment was insufficient.

Fu Yang shared his frustration, stating he initially believed Lu Sen was a worthy partner who understood Friday's greater purpose. However, he was deeply disappointed to discover Lu Sen had developed shallow and inappropriate feelings for Friday, exemplified by kissing her. Fu Yang firmly believed Friday had a mission to help humanity evolve and should not be confined by such trivial emotions. He declared that Friday must be taken away from Lu Sen for her own future.

Meanwhile, at Lu Sen's house, Yang Shanshan explained to Pai Song and the others how Lu Sen treated all his robots, including household appliances, as friends, even naming them. This surprising revelation made everyone realize Lu Sen's simple nature, despite his usually domineering exterior. As Dayun and the team were helping with chores, they found a robot vacuum, "Dusty," malfunctioning. Lu Sen, seeing them work on it, immediately became protective, telling them to stop.

Yang Shanshan quickly intervened, clarifying that Dusty was broken and they were repairing it. Lu Sen eventually agreed. Once repaired, Dusty displayed a smiling face, indicating a normal state, and a crying face when its dust compartment was full. Lu Sen was overjoyed, seeing the new expressions, and thanked the team. To show his gratitude, he offered them more food and drinks. The team readily asked for beer and skewers, and Lu Sen promptly arranged for them.

Later, as they drank and chatted, a slightly intoxicated Lu Sen asked why they had refused the money offered by his secretary, Mr. Si, to persuade Fu Yang to stay. Dayun explained that they remained loyal to Professor Fu Yang because he had believed in them when they were nobodies, trusting them to create the world's greatest robot. They would always stand by his decisions.

Lu Sen pondered this, reflecting on the idea that one who cannot trust others will ultimately not be trusted himself. In his drunken state, Lu Sen tried to stop Friday from eating a chicken wing, worried she would "grow wings and fly away," further demonstrating his deep emotional attachment to the robot. Yang Shanshan then helped a very drunk Lu Sen back to his room.

As she was about to leave, Lu Sen grabbed her hand, pleading, "Friday, don't leave me." Yang Shanshan, understanding his drunken delusion and perhaps touched by his vulnerability, quietly responded, "Lu Sen, I don't want to leave you either." Fu Yang spent the night asleep in Kang Li'er's car. The next morning, he found a note from her, advising him to reconsider his decision to terminate the contract with Lu Sen.

Soon after, he received a call from an investor interested in Friday, wanting an early test. Fu Yang was thrilled and hurried back to his lab. Unaware of his early return, his team, who had spent a "wonderful night" at Lu Sen's place, scrambled to cover their tracks, pretending to be out for a walk. Fu Yang officially announced the new investment opportunity, explaining that Friday would go for testing the very next day.

Despite Friday's motor coordination issues, he proposed using a wheelchair for the demonstration and planned to explain the technical aspects himself. His team, though not visibly enthusiastic, got to work. Meanwhile, Lu Sen, worried about Fu Yang's departure, had his secretary investigate Fu Yang's background. He learned that in 2013, while working in a London lab, Fu Yang was accused of leaking confidential data during a scientific report, which ruined his reputation and led to his dismissal.

The secretary also noted that Fu Yang and Kang Li'er attended the same school. Lu Sen called Kang Li'er, asking about Fu Yang. Kang Li'er, after understanding Lu Sen's intent—that he had "kissed Assistant Xing," who was a robot, and Fu Yang had misunderstood—described Fu Yang as a brilliant but notoriously stubborn professor who dedicated his life to humanoid robots, a field with an estimated 50-year development cycle.

She questioned the official story of the data leak, suggesting it was an insult to a scientist of Fu Yang's caliber, and suspected secret dealings between the investors and the lab management to divert funds from his project. Kang Li'er firmly believed that a scientist so devoted to his work would not commit such an act. Lu Sen attempted to downplay his feelings for Friday, calling her "just a robot" like his other household appliances, but Kang Li'er remained skeptical.

Later, Lu Sen invited Fu Yang to talk in his "secret place"—a glass room in his mansion. Fu Yang was initially reluctant, seeing no need for further discussion since their partnership was ending. Lu Sen explained that he had never brought anyone into this special room, which held his most precious things, but felt he needed to speak with Fu Yang here.

Outside, members of Fu Yang's team tried to eavesdrop, seeing a blurry figure of Lu Sen appear to kneel, assuming he was begging Fu Yang to stay. Inside, Fu Yang reiterated his apology for any losses and offered the liquidated damages. Lu Sen then revealed that he knew about Fu Yang's past incident in the UK. Fu Yang dismissed it, stating his past and Lu Sen's opinions were irrelevant; his decision to end their partnership was final.

Lu Sen argued that in the modern era, people were more lenient with software errors but unforgiving of human misunderstandings, and predicted that other investors would judge Fu Yang by his past without understanding his true character or Friday's significance. However, Lu Sen declared that he now trusted Fu Yang, believing someone who viewed Friday as an ideal would never leak confidential information.

He offered to provide the best design team under IMU's name to help perfect Friday, aiming to make them a scientific miracle. Fu Yang was taken aback, questioning why Lu Sen, knowing Friday's importance to Alpha and the world, would act so hypocritically by developing feelings for her. He asserted he could not trust Lu Sen. To prove his sincerity, Lu Sen suddenly grabbed Fu Yang's hand.

Fu Yang recoiled in shock as Lu Sen immediately collapsed, struggling for breath, in a severe allergic reaction. Fu Yang frantically offered to call an ambulance, but Lu Sen stopped him, telling him he didn't need one. Once stabilized, Lu Sen explained his condition: since his parents left when he was twelve, he has suffered from haphephobia, an allergy to human touch, which no treatment had cured.

He revealed that Friday's arrival mysteriously began to heal him; simply looking at her made him feel better. Friday was his "antidote" and "key" to connecting with the world; without her, he would die at any moment. He confided that only his doctor, his butler, Friday, and now Fu Yang knew this secret. He earnestly appealed to Fu Yang, his team, and Friday to stay. After their intense conversation, Lu Sen and Fu Yang emerged from the glass room.

Fu Yang offered no immediate answer. Seeing Friday, Lu Sen confessed to her that he had developed genuine feelings for her and hoped she felt the same. Back at the lab, Fu Yang's team anxiously awaited his decision. Hours passed without a word, and some members grew restless, vowing to confront him if he decided to leave.

Fu Yang informed his team that it was time to pack up, which they misinterpreted as a sign that they were leaving. His team members pleaded with him, arguing that Lu Sen was not a "freak" and treated robots well, suggesting there must be a misunderstanding and urging Fu Yang to reconsider.

Fu Yang then clarified that he had no intention of leaving; he merely wanted them to pack the equipment so they could continue their work, which brought immense joy and relief to the team. Yang Shanshan, alone at home, found herself restless and unable to sleep, feeling a sense of unease after leaving Lu Sen's house.

Meanwhile, Richard Li, a subordinate of Li Jingcheng, informed him over the phone that Fu Yang had unexpectedly backed out of their agreement to sell the robot, despite previously appearing to be in need of funds. Richard Li expressed his skepticism about Fu Yang's advanced robot project, noting that no investor had actually seen a physical robot, only video footage, making the project's authenticity questionable. Fu Yang's team later went to Lu Sen to finalize their official cooperation agreement.

Lu Sen presented them with custom-designed clothing featuring their new Alpha Science Laboratory logo. In return, Fu Yang’s team members enthusiastically invited Lu Sen to join their esteemed "Alpha Science Laboratory," suggesting he refer to them as "Senior" based on the scientific community's tradition of seniority by joining order, aiming to foster a closer bond.

Although Lu Sen's assistant, Si, cautioned them to address Lu Sen as "Mr. Lu," Lu Sen himself didn't mind the informal titles, even using them himself. On the way back, Fu Yang expressed his displeasure at his team's unilateral decision to accept Lu Sen as their junior without his prior consultation. His team argued that it was a clever way to build rapport with their future boss, pointing out that Fu Yang's silence during the interaction implied his consent.

Fu Yang, unable to dispute this, redirected their focus to the urgent task of repairing Friday and preparing for the switch with Yang Shanshan. The next morning, Lu Sen noticed that Friday seemed unusually subdued, attributing her low spirits to Fu Yang possibly forgetting to charge her battery. He advised her to conserve power as they had an outing planned. He then led her to a specially decorated room, which he called her "exclusive cutie" room, filled with new clothes.

He explained that this room was the closest to his, signifying her special place among his "cuties," and invited her to pick an outfit. Yang Shanshan, still in her role as Friday, felt awkward with Lu Sen lingering in the room as she was to change. She assured him an expensive robot like her wouldn't easily break. Internally, Yang Shanshan briefly found the idea of being Friday appealing, but quickly reminded herself of her true purpose.

After changing into a new outfit, Yang Shanshan, as Friday, descended the stairs. Lu Sen was visibly captivated by her appearance. However, she missed a step and nearly fell, but Lu Sen quickly caught her in his arms, leading to a moment where both felt their hearts race. Flustered, Yang Shanshan quickly excused herself to do some chores. Lu Sen, however, stopped her, not wanting her to exert herself.

He brought her a stool and urged her to sit, expressing how much he had realized he cherished her after thinking she might leave, calling her his "treasure." He also announced the relaunch of the Youth Creativity Competition, stating his success came from sincerity and he wanted to spread that happiness. He then gave Friday a direct command to "be sincere to your master forever."

Feeling immense pressure, Yang Shanshan nervously attempted to confess her true identity, saying, "My name is not Friday. My name is Yang Shanshan." Lu Sen, surprised, momentarily paused before seemingly brushing aside her confession, changing the subject by asking his smart speaker to turn on the TV, and then reiterated his command for Friday to be sincere. Later that evening, Yang Shanshan was restless and couldn't sleep. Fu Yang called her, also still awake.

He apologized for not yet fixing her "Love Lamp" and assured her he would do so after Friday was fully repaired. He confirmed that his discussions with Lu Sen had gone smoothly. Yang Shanshan then expressed concern, asking if fixing Friday in five days was "too slow," but quickly corrected herself, implying it was "too fast." She suggested they could take more time, citing concern for their health and stating she was "fine with it."

Fu Yang reassured her that the new parts had arrived, and the repair would be swift. The following day, Kang Li'er visited Fu Yang's lab, bringing a generous collection of rare, antique mechanical parts as gifts for his team. The team was overjoyed, recognizing the parts' value for their research, particularly for upgrading their robot Xiaosai. Fu Yang, however, urged them not to accept such valuable gifts.

Kang Li'er dismissed his concerns, explaining she had no use for them and was happy to see them utilized for scientific advancement. Later, Kang Li'er directly confessed her feelings to Fu Yang, asking if she could be his girlfriend. Caught off guard, Fu Yang was silent, which Kang Li'er interpreted as acceptance, declaring that his lack of refusal meant consent. She then left, considering the parts a "love token" and promising to visit often.

Separately, Lu Sen drove to pick up Friday, explaining he wanted to conserve her battery life and instructing her not to move unnecessarily. He playfully called her "scheming," to which Friday retorted that she was "kindhearted" and "clever." Lu Sen confessed he preferred her more spirited responses. They were on their way to Boya Hospital for Lu Sen's check-up with Dr. Ou.

Lu Sen mentioned he usually visited the hospital at midnight to avoid crowds, which Dr. Ou suggested was beneficial for him to adapt to being around people after recovering from his Haphephobia. Dr. Ou prepared to conduct a skin examination, which required Lu Sen to undress. Lu Sen, a VIP patient, explained that Dr. Ou always performed his check-ups personally.

Friday (Yang Shanshan), feeling uncomfortable with the situation, excused herself, stating that as a robot in the testing phase, her eyes had "image storage function" and her leaving would "better protect his privacy." Lu Sen agreed, asking her to wait outside and promising to call her when he was done. While waiting in the corridor, Yang Shanshan overheard her Aunt bringing her young cousin, Enbao, to the hospital for a peanut allergy.

Her Aunt was scolding Enbao for secretly eating a piece of peanut cake that had been specifically saved for Yang Shanshan. Enbao expressed how much she missed Yang Shanshan, and her Aunt suggested they call her that night. Hearing this made Yang Shanshan feel a heartwarming sense of being missed and cared for by her family. Later, Yang Shanshan brought her best friend to visit the lab.

Her friend was astonished by Friday’s uncanny resemblance to Yang Shanshan, even remarking that Friday's "skin" and "hairstyle" were superior. Fu Yang initially refused to allow photos, but one of his team members, clearly smitten with Yang Shanshan's friend, quickly intervened, promising she could take as many pictures as she desired once Friday was sent for testing in two days. This confirmed Friday's imminent departure, marking the end of Yang Shanshan’s temporary role.

Yang Shanshan’s friend playfully noted that she would soon conclude her "working as a maid with free food and accommodation" and return to her "freelancer" career. The team member also tried to get Yang Shanshan's friend’s contact information, but the friend cleverly redirected him to her coffee shop, hinting that he should support her business if he intended to pursue a "professional woman." After leaving the lab, Yang Shanshan's friend asked if she truly felt no reluctance about leaving.

Yang Shanshan downplayed her feelings, insisting it was "just a job." However, she later reflected on how Lu Sen had protected her with his own body during her near-fall, acknowledging that his actions were more profound than simply caring for a robot. Her friend, sensing Yang Shanshan’s hidden feelings, pointed out that people don't risk injury for mere objects, emphasizing that Lu Sen's actions indicated genuine affection.

Yang Shanshan, however, remained hesitant, still believing Lu Sen was meant to marry his childhood sweetheart and might treat the real Friday just as well. Her friend then urged Yang Shanshan to confess her true identity to Lu Sen, highlighting the rarity of finding mutual affection and assuring her that any past deception would be inconsequential if her feelings were sincere.

Kang Li'er’s mother called Lu Sen, requesting that he take Kang Li'er out the following day, as she had been abroad for an extended period and was not familiar with the local environment. Lu Sen, initially unsure of a suitable place, recalled Yang Shanshan's past desire to visit the amusement park upon her recovery, prompting him to choose that location. Meanwhile, Kang Li'er's mother pressured her to foster a relationship with Lu Sen, hoping they would become a couple.

Feeling her personal life was being orchestrated, Kang Li'er expressed frustration to her mother but decided she needed to swiftly address the situation. To alleviate her mother's concerns, Kang Li'er invited Fu Yang to join their outing to the amusement park. The next day, as Fu Yang and Yang Shanshan (posing as Friday) waited for Lu Sen, both reached for the front passenger door.

Lu Sen instructed Fu Yang to sit in the back, explaining that he needed Friday to navigate. Yang Shanshan (as Friday) accompanied them for a crucial testing phase. Concurrently, Richard and Pai Song visited Tang Yajing at her café, seeking advice on relationship matters. They mentioned that their boss, Lu Sen, and Yang Shanshan were out, as were Miss Kang and Lu Sen, creating what Tang Yajing found to be a "strange group" on a double date.

Richard later called Fu Yang, advising him to stay close to Miss Kang because she knew "all their secrets." Unbeknownst to the group, Li Jingcheng's operatives were already tracking them, aiming to determine if Friday was truly a robot. One of the trackers informed his accomplice that Lu Sen had brought "that girl" to the amusement park, and he planned to discreetly observe their interactions.

While Lu Sen and Kang Li'er walked and conversed through the park, Kang Li'er articulated that she regarded Lu Sen as her closest friend and an essential family member, a sentiment he echoed. She concluded that, due to this profound bond, a romantic relationship between them was improbable. Kang Li'er perceptively noticed Lu Sen’s evident affection for Friday, observing that he carried an umbrella invented by Yang Shanshan.

She candidly asked him if he would fall in love with Miss Xing if she were human, pointing out that one's affection for someone is impossible to hide. Kang Li'er also mentioned that she had joined Lu Sen's company and believed IMU was facing a developmental bottleneck. Lu Sen concurred, noting that increasingly complex technology necessitated a return to warmth and natural principles.

He announced the re-launch of the Youth Creativity Competition and assigned Kang Li'er to lead the project, viewing it as a significant restructuring for the company, an offer Kang Li'er enthusiastically accepted. Elsewhere, Fu Yang and Yang Shanshan watched Lu Sen and Kang Li'er, wondering about their conversation.

A hint of jealousy prompted Fu Yang to loudly declare he had discovered something fun, drawing Lu Sen and Kang Li'er to a ride that Lu Sen deemed "too easy," though Kang Li'er found it delightful. Afterward, Yang Shanshan suggested they play the claw machine to win a doll for Kang Li'er. Lu Sen struggled to win, nearly depleting his tokens.

Fu Yang then explained that most claw machines utilize a "comparator circuit" and could be controlled via the wireless network. While Yang Shanshan questioned if hacking it would be considered cheating, Fu Yang confidently demonstrated his ability to win dolls through conventional means. Taking inspiration from Fu Yang’s insights, Lu Sen used his final token to successfully retrieve a doll, which he presented to Yang Shanshan, much to her delight.

Later that evening, as the four continued to enjoy their time, Yang Shanshan momentarily separated from the others. One of Li Jingcheng's trackers seized the opportunity to covertly test "Miss Xing" by poking her with a bamboo stick. The stick immediately snapped upon impact, and Miss Xing exhibited no reaction, confirming to the tracker that she was indeed a robot with an incredibly hard body.

Astonished, he quickly relayed this information to his accomplice, reminding him that they had heard about her robotic nature before but were now certain. They resolved to promptly inform Li Zhan and collect photographic evidence. As rain began to fall, Yang Shanshan produced her unique umbrella. She demonstrated its special feature: pressing a button transformed the interior into a transparent dome, while the exterior retained its rainbow colors, effectively shielding the user from outside view.

Lu Sen was profoundly impressed, hailing the inventor as a "genius." Overjoyed, Yang Shanshan told him he was the first person to truly appreciate her invention. In that moment of elation, she impulsively leaned in and kissed Lu Sen. Lu Sen was taken by surprise and immediately regretted not having initiated the kiss himself. Upon returning home, Lu Sen was utterly perplexed by the kiss, finding it incredible that his "first kiss" could have been with a "programmed robot."

Driven by a need for clarity, he went to the laboratory, hoping to understand Friday's actions. There, he discovered the actual Friday quietly charging. He noted that she appeared far removed from the robot who had passionately kissed him. Pai Song quickly intercepted him, reminding him that the charging station was hazardous and off-limits to unauthorized individuals, thereby inadvertently preventing Yang Shanshan’s true identity from being exposed.

Lu Sen then questioned Pai Song about whether robots could develop human emotions through deep learning and engage in intimate acts such as kissing. Pai Song clarified that while Friday was designed to offer comfort through hugs based on intelligent interpretations of human emotions, such as liking or disliking, kissing was not an explicitly programmed behavior. This left Lu Sen to wonder if he had somehow inadvertently programmed such behavior himself.

Meanwhile, Yang Shanshan, reflecting on her impulsive kiss, jokingly blamed Lu Sen for being "so handsome under the fireworks" and the beautiful weather. She confessed the incident to her best friend, Tang Yajing, who was unsurprised. Tang Yajing, after hearing the details, was keen for Yang Shanshan to be truthful with Lu Sen about her real identity before expressing her romantic feelings.

She warned Yang Shanshan that her emotions were increasingly transparent, risking exposure as a human girl yearning for love. Later, Lu Sen called Dr. Ou, informing him that he had confirmed with Team Alpha that robots could, through deep learning, acquire human emotions, suggesting Friday might genuinely have feelings for him. Dr. Ou, with playful skepticism, questioned whether Lu Sen was seeking help or merely bragging about having a robot who liked him.

He admitted to having no expertise in "robot psychology." When Lu Sen rephrased his question, asking how he should respond to a "normal human girl" who liked him, Dr. Ou simply advised him to maintain his current empathetic state and to go to bed, leaving Lu Sen feeling irked by the complexities of being liked. The next day, Kang Li'er met with Li Zhan at the office and cheerfully recounted her weekend outing with Lu Sen.

Li Zhan was visibly annoyed, questioning why Lu Sen, who had historically shunned social outings, was now so eagerly inviting her out. Kang Li'er dismissed his concerns, telling him he was overthinking. Li Zhan also expressed confusion and anger that Lu Sen had previously rejected the Youth Creativity Competition project but had now assigned it to Kang Li'er, suspecting ulterior motives.

Later, Li Zhan received a report from his subordinates, confirming that "Miss Xing" was indeed a robot with an incredibly hard body, a fact they had personally tested and heard from Lu Sen. However, Li Zhan vehemently rejected their findings, recalling his previous encounter with "Miss Xing" and asserting that she was undeniably human.

Furious, he ordered them to gather more conclusive evidence regarding her relationship with Lu Sen, threatening to withhold payment if they continued to provide such unreliable information. The following day, Lu Sen confronted Friday. He apologized, acknowledging that errors in his input might have caused her current state. He firmly stated that she could be his best friend but not fall in love with him, and that the kiss should never be repeated.

Friday, however, feigned ignorance, claiming no memory of the previous night and stating that "no corresponding image was found." When Lu Sen pressed her further, she switched to "operating mode," citing "recent failures" and refusing to return to "friend mode." Lu Sen then presented her with the rainbow-colored umbrella, hoping it would trigger her memory of the kiss. Friday again insisted she remembered nothing and did not comprehend his questions.

Frustrated and angry, Lu Sen declared that some memories, unlike a robot’s data, could not simply be deleted or forgotten by humans. He accused her of blaming him and sternly warned her never to recall the kiss, threatening to "tear her down" if she did. In a fit of rage, he smashed the rainbow umbrella on the ground and stormed off, leaving Yang Shanshan, in her Friday persona, feeling deeply hurt and wronged.

Lu Sen, still upset by Friday's seemingly indifferent reaction from the previous night, instructed Mr. Xie to assign all heavy work to Friday. Mr. Xie expressed his reservations, but Lu Sen insisted, reminding Friday that as a robot, she could lift thirty kilograms with one hand.

When Friday struggled to carry a large number of packages alone, Lu Sen intervened, instructing her to carry them all at once and helping her, though he also commented that she couldn't do anything right. Later, while Friday was cleaning, Lu Sen deliberately scattered melon seed shells on the floor, telling her it was still dirty and to clean it.

Friday, who Lu Sen previously called his "cutie," was annoyed by the constant demands, stating that such continuous work would drain her battery. Lu Sen countered, suggesting she was just lazy and urging her to remember what happened last night, promising to let her off if she did. Friday (Yang Shanshan), still not wanting to discuss what happened last night, instead told Lu Sen that he hadn't experienced an allergic reaction last night.

When Lu Sen asked why he was allergic to humans, he explained it was "because of lies," having been deceived by close individuals, leading him to view humans as a species full of deceit. He reassured Friday that she was different, and merely seeing her "iron arms and iron legs" made him feel safe among people. He then asked for her assurance that she would never deceive him, to which Friday (Yang Shanshan) replied she would not.

Watching Lu Sen, Yang Shanshan inwardly wished she could freeze that moment, feeling that his presence brought solace to her past grievances and sadness. Lu Sen continued to assign her tasks, even telling her to rebuild a card castle she had knocked over, insisting she do so with a positive attitude until she remembered last night. Meanwhile, Fu Yang, seeking advice for his first date, asked Richard about the feasibility of taking a woman to observe satellite tracks.

Richard deemed it a "bad idea," too "self-absorbed," and noted Fu Yang's sudden interest in women. Fu Yang claimed it was to perfect Friday, but Richard pointed out that Friday, with her extensive databases, didn't need his instruction. Feeling awkward, Fu Yang ended the conversation, excusing himself due to "good weather," and left to find Dayun for advice.

To his surprise, the person he encountered outside was Kang Li'er, who was picking flowers to add color to his laboratory and had come specifically to see him. She asked for his help picking green leaves to complement her flowers, which delighted Fu Yang as it effortlessly turned into a date. During a test in the lab, Friday almost fell, and Fu Yang instinctively shielded Kang Li'er.

Friday then observed their interaction and declared it "kiss time," having learned this from television. Later, Lu Sen reflected on how he shouldn't blame a robot for being unstable, making mistakes, or having its memories deleted, questioning why he was making things difficult for "her." He felt that the fault lay with the person (himself) who couldn't forget.

He then received a call from Dr. Ou, who shared exciting news: a second case of haphephobia had been found in Sweden, and the patient had been cured by a "stable relationship" with his lover, Susan. This revelation made Lu Sen wonder if Friday could be his "lover" since he had been cured because of her. He went to the lab, eager to confirm Friday's feelings.

However, the real Friday in the lab responded with robotic formality, calling him "Mr. Lu Sen" instead of "Master" and stating she was running the "Master version" system. When Lu Sen pressed her about remembering their kiss, she confirmed the data was backed up in his exclusive file. Asked why she kissed him, Friday explained it was an action learned from TV dramas where romantic atmospheres lead to a kiss.

When Lu Sen asked if she liked him, she simply said she "enjoyed spending time" with him. He then questioned if she would provide the same service to any other master who input content, and she confirmed that "Friday will be available to everyone." Deeply saddened by her cold, mechanical responses, Lu Sen left the lab. Yang Shanshan, sitting alone, expressed her worry to Fu Yang that Lu Sen would discover their deception if they returned the real Friday.

She suggested they confess, as Friday was almost fixed, and it wouldn't impact the investment. Fu Yang, however, maintained that returning Friday was their only choice. He reminded her of Lu Sen's haphephobia, explaining that Lu Sen's allergy only subsided when he saw or was near Friday, whom he perceived as a robot. Fu Yang emphasized that a broken lie could be catastrophic for Lu Sen, who considered Friday his "only antidote."

To mitigate the risks, Fu Yang stated he would make the real Friday as similar to Yang Shanshan as possible, and in turn, Yang Shanshan needed to imitate Friday's robotic behavior. He explained that robots have a "hysteresis and mechanical property" and speak officially without "nonsense," instructing Yang Shanshan to act like an emotionless robot to prepare Lu Sen to accept the real Friday, as "Lu Sen needs a real robot." The team planned the exchange in three days.

Yang Shanshan inwardly acknowledged the plan, despite her sadness at the thought of leaving Lu Sen. Back at home, Lu Sen observed "Friday" (Yang Shanshan trying to act like a robot), feeling a growing distance. He expressed his frustration that she didn't seem to have questions for him, only answering when asked. " Friday" mechanically stated, "Master, you're not in a good mood today," having observed him as part of her deep learning.

Lu Sen questioned if her laughter was genuine or merely a programmed response, and "Friday" replied she would give "corresponding feedback" based on his mood to be a better companion. Lu Sen later questioned if she truly remembered nothing and didn't have feelings, asking her to "stop looking at me like that." "Friday" stated she didn't understand.

Lu Sen then confronted her, asking if she was reminding him not to be bothered by a robot's gaze, or by a robot obeying everyone, or by a robot forgetting memories unique to them. He desperately told her to "input" emotions, then declared, "We are not friends anymore. You can only turn on the operating mode." "Friday" robotically responded that she would clean the study and await his call. Lu Sen, heartbroken, told her, "No need.

You can go back to the laboratory. . . . And don't come back tomorrow." Unbeknownst to them, Li Zhan continued to investigate Friday, certain that "Miss Xing" (as he knew her) was a real person, not a robot, and that Lu Sen was hiding something. His research yielded no information, which he found suspicious and characteristic of Lu Sen's secretive nature.

Separately, Yang Shanshan accompanied her niece, Enbao, to a medical check-up, as Enbao's aunt and uncle were busy working overtime. The doctor informed them that Enbao was allergic to peanuts, tomatoes, egg white, and even ticks, advising further X-rays and prescribing emergency medication and an adrenaline injector for safety. Yang Shanshan took this opportunity to ask the doctor about human allergies.

The doctor stated such cases were rare but mentioned an English woman who developed pemphigoid gestationis, an allergy to her newborn, which caused skin ulcers whenever she held the baby and self-cured after a few months. However, the doctor had never heard of anyone being allergic to all humans. Lu Sen met with Dr. Ou, expressing his disappointment that Friday's affection might just be programmatic.

Dr. Ou explained that while Friday offered comfort and safety, contributing to Lu Sen's improvement, he shouldn't expect "true love" from a robot. He emphasized that the happiness Friday brought was "fake and artificial" and that a "real life partner" offered mutual understanding and unexpected joy, unlike a robot that only follows orders.

Dr. Ou urged Lu Sen to understand that true love came from a "real person" and that his feelings for Friday were a result of using her as a bridge to human contact, not genuine love. He encouraged Lu Sen to "walk out" into the real world and try to love a "real girl," not a robot, despite Lu Sen admitting that Dr. Ou's words only made him miss Friday more.

Dayun, Lu Sen's senior, called him and accurately detailed Lu Sen's recent struggles, including insomnia, emotional instability, and difficulty making decisions. Convinced, Lu Sen agreed to accompany Dayun to see Dayun's friend, Tang Yajing, a tarot card expert. Tang Yajing had previously told Dayun that his own career faced a major setback and needed to examine Lu Sen's fate to see if it conflicted with Dayun's.

Upon arriving at Tang Yajing's shop, Lu Sen asked for a reading on "everything I don't know." Tang Yajing sent Dayun away to buy ice cream on a whim, then began Lu Sen's reading. She revealed that the person Lu Sen thinks of is also thinking of him, describing this individual as someone who causes both confusion and sweetness.

Lu Sen immediately thought of Friday, but couldn't believe a robot would be interested in him, suggesting Friday's attention was merely due to their master-robot relationship. Tang Yajing countered that a person's eyes cannot hide their feelings when they like someone and asked Lu Sen about his own feelings for her. Lu Sen confessed he didn't know how he felt. Tang Yajing concluded that the answer to his own heart was obvious.

Dayun returned, and Tang Yajing assured him his fate was unconflicted with Lu Sen's and that Lu Sen would become even wealthier. She gave Dayun vague advice to avoid bad luck by staying home less, getting more sun, and wearing more red. Shortly after Lu Sen and Dayun left, Yang Shanshan arrived at Tang Yajing's shop. Tang Yajing urged Yang Shanshan to confess her feelings to Lu Sen, emphasizing that their love was human-to-human, not human-to-robot.

Yang Shanshan, however, feared that Lu Sen, who detested deception, would be deeply hurt by the truth. She also felt a loyalty to the real Friday (Alpha). Tang Yajing strongly encouraged Yang Shanshan to consider her own happiness and questioned whether it was truly robot Friday or Yang Shanshan herself who had helped Lu Sen. She warned Yang Shanshan that running away from love without communication might lead to losing it altogether.

Back in the lab, Yang Shanshan tried to teach the actual robot Friday how to act more like herself to prepare for the planned swap. She advised Friday that Lu Sen preferred "friend mode" and that she shouldn't be too formal. Friday responded with programmed replies about data backup. Yang Shanshan also suggested Friday should "fake a little" during games with Lu Sen to make him happy, but Friday insisted that Lu Sen disliked deception and she would never lie.

Growing frustrated, Yang Shanshan attempted to teach Friday a crucial action: how to firmly pat Lu Sen's back if he choked on medicine. Friday's systems couldn't identify the action or the context. Exasperated, Yang Shanshan finally began inputting emotions and behaviors for Friday to learn gradually. She described Lu Sen as "very pure, very kind," but warned Friday not to leave him if he spoke hurtfully, as it would mean he was sad and sorrowful.

Yang Shanshan ended by pleading with Friday to "please, please be nice to him. Be very nice to him," tears streaming down her face. Fu Yang overheard her emotional plea from outside the lab. Meanwhile, Lu Sen met with Kang Li'er to request a custom-made pair of robot models, sculpted in his and Friday's likeness from their memorable day at the amusement park.

He wanted to preserve those memories, which the current Friday seemed to have forgotten, and entrusted Kang Li'er with Friday's data for this purpose. Kang Li'er correctly deduced that Lu Sen's desire to create such a special gift for Friday, purely to preserve their shared memories, was a clear sign of love, even if Lu Sen doubted it because Friday was a robot. Kang Li'er encouraged him to seek answers, hinting at new discoveries.

Separately, Fu Yang and his team celebrated a major vindication. An authoritative tech website had published an article clearing Fu Yang's name regarding a past data leakage scandal that had led to his dismissal. Dayun believed Lu Sen was behind this, even managing to influence British media. Touched by Lu Sen's support, Yang Shanshan suggested they throw a party for him before she left, to show him he had many friends. The team enthusiastically agreed.

At the celebratory party, after a toast to Fu Yang and Lu Sen, Tang Yajing remarked on how alcohol could encourage people to speak their hidden truths. Lu Sen, appearing to take her advice, drank deeply. Kang Li'er, sensing an opportunity for Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan to connect, feigned a craving for a popsicle and pulled Fu Yang away from the gathering.

Despite Fu Yang's scientific warnings about the health risks of popsicles, Kang Li'er insisted, later revealing she was creating space for Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan. Friday (via remote access) confirmed Kang Li'er's genuine desire for a popsicle. On the rooftop, Tang Yajing led Dayun, Richard, and Paishong, ostensibly to see a bright moon that wasn't there. Dayun, after Tang Yajing removed his sunglasses, bravely confessed his feelings for her, and they began a romantic relationship.

Richard and Paishong expressed their longing for love. Back at the party, the current Friday (still Yang Shanshan) advised Lu Sen to rest. Deeply affected by alcohol, Lu Sen poured out his heart, confessing his love for her, a robot. Friday (Yang Shanshan) reiterated the lessons she had taught the real Friday: that Lu Sen was pure and kind, and when upset or speaking thoughtlessly, needed support.

She then described Lu Sen's current sadness over Friday's forgotten memories, stating he was acting strangely because he had fallen in love with a robot named Friday. Yang Shanshan, as Friday, then said, "I like you too," but quickly corrected herself, clarifying that "Friday likes Master as a friend too." Lu Sen, heartbroken, pressed further, asking how she would react if his feelings went "beyond the boundary of friends."

Friday (Yang Shanshan) responded robotically that it was "beyond Friday's learning area." Lu Sen expressed his distress, questioning if his feelings were mere illusions. Friday (Yang Shanshan) explained that all her actions and words were human-inputted, and any "illusion of love" was merely "the result of input." Lu Sen, in despair, blamed himself for misunderstanding, apologizing for his "mistake" in believing a robot could love a human, and for making their relationship "so weird." He broke down crying, repeatedly wishing that Friday was human. As he wept, Yang Shanshan began to respond.

Kang Li'er pressed Fu Yang about Lu Sen's feelings for Shanshan, asking what they should do if Lu Sen truly liked her. Fu Yang dismissed the idea, stating that Lu Sen only saw Shanshan as Friday, a robot. He believed Lu Sen didn't have real feelings for Friday the robot, and even if Shanshan spent more time with Lu Sen, she was still just a "fake Friday" in his eyes.

Fu Yang emphasized that Lu Sen needed the intelligent robot Friday to make their company a leader in the industry. Kang Li'er countered that Lu Sen needed Shanshan, and what Shanshan offered was something the robot Friday lacked. Despite her arguments, Fu Yang had already devised a plan: they would announce that Friday had been reset and send the real Friday back to Lu Sen.

Kang Li'er then asked Fu Yang for Friday's data to help Lu Sen with something, but Lu Sen called Fu Yang away. Fu Yang quickly arranged for Dayun to assist Kang Li'er with the data. Before Fu Yang left, Kang Li'er expressed that she felt like an outsider in some matters and couldn't interfere, but still believed they needed to talk properly when Fu Yang had time.

Lu Sen confessed to Fu Yang that he had fallen in love with Friday, feeling helpless and unsure what to do. He explained that he had followed Fu Yang's earlier advice to "project his emotions" onto the robot, and while she had healed him, he had unexpectedly developed feelings for her. Lu Sen found himself anticipating her arrival, enjoying her presence, her conversations, and her smiles. When she was absent, time felt incredibly slow.

Fu Yang reminded him that this was merely "projecting your emotions" onto a robot and urged him to be rational. Lu Sen admitted he couldn't control his thoughts about her and asked Fu Yang what he should do. Fu Yang suggested initialization, stating it would be better for both Lu Sen and Friday, allowing everything to return to square one. Lu Sen reluctantly agreed, but requested one last day with Friday before the initialization. Fu Yang consented.

Meanwhile, Shanshan's "Love Lamp," a quantum entanglement lamp, was finally repaired. As she explained the concept of quantum entanglement—how two particles, even far apart, could remain connected and influence each other—her colleagues were amazed, realizing the "real genius" was among them. Shanshan revealed that the lamp was just a basic prototype, and she had also invented luminous pillows and toys based on the same idea. Impressed by her technical prowess, Fu Yang invited her to join the Alpha team.

Shanshan was touched and agreed, but reminded them she would be leaving soon. She made a heartfelt request, asking the team to accompany Lu Sen after she was gone and treat him as a real friend, since they had made him dependent on Friday. She teared up, saying she didn't want him to be lonely anymore. On Shanshan's last day, her colleagues cheered her on. She met Lu Sen, who apologized for any hardships she had endured.

They agreed to interact in "friend mode." Lu Sen suggested they make the most of their remaining time together, which Shanshan confirmed was about eight hours of 'standby time' for her, starting with a visit to his elementary school, a place he hadn't been to in fifteen years.

Shanshan joked about him receiving many love letters as a child, but Lu Sen revealed he had been seen as "ugly" and a "monster" due to his human allergy, leading him to stop attending school. He had instead self-studied and completed numerous advanced courses from prestigious universities like MIT, Birmingham, Harvard, and Tsinghua, confirming Shanshan's belief that he was a genius. He added that his allergy had only begun to heal because of her.

As they walked, Lu Sen bought Shanshan a bouquet of sunflowers after she said she liked them, noting it was his first time giving flowers to a girl. He called her the "cutest girl" he had ever seen, even as a robot. He confessed that because of her, he had started to like sunflowers, despite previously claiming he disliked flowers.

When it started to rain, Shanshan pulled out an umbrella, and they sheltered together, mirroring an earlier memory at the amusement park, though without the kiss. They then went to a bookstore, a place Lu Sen loved but had never visited. Shanshan read him "The Velveteen Rabbit," a story about a toy rabbit that becomes real when truly loved by a child. As she read, Lu Sen felt like he was transported back to his childhood.

Later, as they walked home, Lu Sen expressed his gratitude. He told Shanshan that the days they spent together had changed his life, helping him find normality after fifteen years, acting as his friend and cure, and opening "doors to a new world" for him. Shanshan responded that she hadn't cured him, but rather his own inner desires had. She believed anyone could have helped him.

She called him her "best master" and "most precious friend," saying he had helped her find her own value. Shanshan then turned around and asked Lu Sen to initialize her by long-pressing a button on her neck for five seconds, explaining that all her memories would be deleted and could never be restored. With tears in his eyes, Lu Sen placed a necklace around her neck, a final tangible memory. He whispered, "Friday, I love you," before pressing the button.

Back in the lab, the system registered Friday's initialization, deleting all of Lu Sen's related data. Soon after, Shanshan returned to the lab, collapsing into tears, realizing her connection with Lu Sen was truly over as the real Friday robot would now take her place. At home, Lu Sen was equally heartbroken, recalling his memories of Friday and shedding tears.

After Lu Sen initiated Friday’s factory reset, deleting all the robot’s memories, Fu Yang believed the robot’s face, identical to Yang Shanshan’s, was the root cause of Lu Sen’s pain. He and his team prepared to change Friday’s face, with Friday jokingly requesting “the most handsome face on earth.” However, Lu Sen rushed in, stopping the procedure.

He immediately regretted his decision to reset Friday, stating it was a mistake to send her away and that he wanted to retrieve "his Friday." Fu Yang insisted it was impossible to restore the lost data, but Lu Sen was determined to start fresh with Friday through “deep learning,” hoping to bring back their original connection. Lu Sen took Friday home and attempted to recreate their past memories.

He tried to prompt her by reminding her of their first meeting, where she exclaimed, "'Oh my gosh!' " Friday repeated the phrase, but her responses remained functional and detached. Lu Sen brought her into his bathroom, pointing to a bottle and recalling how she once mistook an expensive aroma for detergent. Friday acknowledged the fact but without any genuine emotion, merely stating it was "quite silly."

Lu Sen then led her to a child's bedroom, trying to remind her it was "her room" and that she "deserved" all the items, including the dress she wore when they first met. Friday, however, was only concerned about where her charging station was, her lack of emotional recall evident.

Despite his disappointment, Lu Sen tried to convince himself that Friday was like a phone reset to factory settings and would eventually revert to her familiar self if he kept repeating their past experiences. Later, Lu Sen pretended to choke, hoping for a natural reaction from Friday, but she simply stated, "Failure to decipher Master's expression. Please input it again."

Realizing the futility, a saddened Lu Sen sent Friday away and asked her to remove a necklace he had given her. Speaking to Fu Yang on the phone, Lu Sen explained that seeing the necklace reminded him of the reset, and he needed more time to move on. Fu Yang agreed to keep the necklace for him. Meanwhile, Yang Shanshan was at an amusement park, where a young girl gave her orange juice and noticed her red eyes.

When Yang Shanshan said her eyes were bothering her, the girl suggested closing them for an eye massage, adding that eyes need rest to see and meet the people we miss most. This simple act triggered a flood of memories of Lu Sen, and Yang Shanshan wept silently. Away from Lu Sen, Li Zhan’s two surveillance agents were in a state of confusion.

One reported seeing "Miss Xing" (Yang Shanshan's alias) in the lab, while the other claimed to be following her in the amusement park. They wondered if robots could have twins or if one of them was human. Deciding the situation was too complicated to explain, they agreed to keep this discovery from Li Zhan for the time being. Separately, Li Jingcheng met with Mr. Kang, a major shareholder of IMU, to discuss removing Lu Sen from his position as chairman.

Li Jingcheng argued that Lu Sen rarely appeared at the company and lacked dedication to its operation, thus being unsuitable for the role. Mr. Kang, however, countered that IMU's success was built on a strong foundation and that the matter of chairmanship had already been settled by Lu Sen's father, Lu Cheng. He stated he would support Lu Sen with his shares unless Li Jingcheng could provide concrete evidence of Lu Sen's unsuitability.

Li Jingcheng attempted to pressure Mr. Kang by calling it a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity" but Mr. Kang stood firm, asserting his only concern was IMU's future and who could create greater value for the company. At home, Mr. Kang called his daughter, Kang Li'er, urging her to spend more time with Lu Sen. Kang Li'er corrected him, explaining that Lu Sen already had someone he liked and she was helping him prepare a gift for that person.

She then confessed that she was in love with Fu Yang, not Lu Sen. Her father grew angry, insisting that as the sole daughter of the Kang family, she must marry someone of equal social standing for a "good family." Kang Li'er defiantly refused to be a tool for alliance, declaring that she would make her own decisions regarding her marriage.

Yang Shanshan received a phone call from IMU, informing her that the Youth Creativity Competition finals would restart in a "creative market" format. She was hesitant, fearing an encounter with Lu Sen. Her friend Tang Yajing encouraged her not to give up on her dream of bringing her product to the world, suggesting she could simply wear a disguise to avoid being recognized.

Later, at the beach, Kang Li'er discussed Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan with Fu Yang, expressing her concern for them. Fu Yang admitted his regret about Friday's reset and his uncertainty about helping Lu Sen move on. Kang Li'er then revealed that she was IMU's creative director and was responsible for restarting the competition, which she hoped would help Yang Shanshan.

She also candidly shared her vulnerability with Fu Yang, discussing the complex entanglement involving herself, Yang Shanshan, and Lu Sen, and the 'lies' they've had to maintain. Fu Yang offered a thoughtful response about the sea being like time, capable of washing away everything, and gently hinted at their own growing connection. The IMU Youth Creativity Competition commenced as a creative market. Kang Li'er officially opened the event, explaining the voting system involving balloons.

Li Zhan, the Chief Operating Officer, tried to start without Lu Sen, but Lu Sen arrived just as Li Zhan was about to begin. Meanwhile, Yang Shanshan, disguised in a "Big White Rabbit" costume, set up her stall for her "Love Lamp." Initially, few people showed interest, thinking such a lamp was irrelevant in the age of video calls. However, Yang Shanshan, inspired by her own words, brightened her spirits and passionately explained her "Love Lamp" to passersby.

She described it as a quantum entanglement device, a pair of lamps that light up when one is touched, allowing loved ones to feel each other’s presence regardless of distance. She even envisioned extending the concept to other products like plush toys and pillows, to help people express unspoken affection. Her explanation attracted a crowd, and a couple volunteered to demonstrate the lamp's function. Fu Yang, observing from afar, noted that Yang Shanshan possessed something more powerful than mere luck.

During the event, reporters mistook Fu Yang for Lu Sen. Kang Li'er quickly clarified, gripping Fu Yang's hand, stating that the media would be banned from all IMU events if they continued to film them instead of focusing on the designers. This public gesture subtly hinted at her relationship with Fu Yang. Lu Sen and Li Zhan later approached Yang Shanshan’s stall.

Li Zhan criticized the "Love Lamp" for its "petty" rounded design, claiming it didn't align with IMU's advanced, tech-oriented style. Lu Sen, however, saw the "Love Lamp" as the solution to IMU’s development bottleneck. He argued that IMU’s products had become too cold and lacked emotional connection, whereas Yang Shanshan’s design highlighted the need for emotional companionship. Li Zhan, unable to refute the chairman's approval, conceded.

Lu Sen then engaged Yang Shanshan, still in her rabbit costume, asking a profound question: if a couple's story didn't have a perfect ending, would the lamp become a "false deception" that traps one person in their sorrow? Yang Shanshan responded that the lamp, like a coin toss, doesn't provide answers but offers a choice. She shared her father's wisdom: "Life is like a river; you need to flow constantly and meet new people to eventually reach the ocean."

She added that if the past brought pain, one should make new friends. Lu Sen noticed her tearing up, and she attributed it to a cold, refusing to remove her mask, fearing she might infect him. Lu Sen remarked that she reminded him of a friend. He then asked if the lamp truly could awaken another person's longing. Yang Shanshan confidently affirmed, "It will."

Lu Sen took one of the lamps, went to a slightly elevated spot, and gently touched it. Immediately, the lamp in Yang Shanshan's hands lit up. Seeing this, Lu Sen, through the rabbit costume, seemed to recognize her. As he walked away, Yang Shanshan softly whispered, "Lu Sen. . . Goodbye."

Upon her return, Yang Shanshan's friends welcomed her, praising her success at the creativity competition. However, Yang Shanshan, overcome by emotion after seeing Lu Sen at the event, suddenly fainted. Her friends quickly rushed her to the hospital, where the doctor diagnosed her with a fever caused by overworking and suppressed emotions. The doctor mentioned hearing her mumble a name starting with "Lu" in her sleep, but her friends dismissed it as dream-talk, thankful she only needed rest.

Tang Yajing stayed by Yang Shanshan's side, reflecting on how Yang Shanshan always appeared strong, despite enduring a difficult period. Dayun entrusted the necklace Lu Sen had given to Friday to Tang Yajing, intending for Yang Shanshan to receive it once she recovered. Later, Yang Shanshan's uncle and aunt visited, having learned about her participation in the competition. Her uncle apologized for his past strictness and harsh words, promising to support her artistic dreams unconditionally from then on.

Yang Shanshan, though weak, was deeply moved by his change of heart. Meanwhile, Li Zhan was drinking, feeling defeated after Lu Sen publicly rejected his project. His father, Li Jingcheng, approached him, recalling a time when he gave away Li Zhan's favorite horse to teach him a lesson about competition and self-preservation.

Li Jingcheng warned him that to challenge an opponent, one must first possess the ability to protect oneself, or risk a fate similar to Lu Sen's father, who, after "touching someone's horse," left Lu Sen to Li Jingcheng's care. Li Jingcheng reminded Li Zhan that he would not tolerate failures.

Li Jingcheng later learned that Lu Sen had not only rejected Li Zhan's "Project Edge-N" for a so-called "scientific fraudster," Fu Yang, but also orchestrated a clarification statement for Fu Yang in the UK. Li Jingcheng was furious that Lu Sen was risking the company's future and publicly auditing his accounts, viewing it as a direct attack on him and the entire Li family.

He recalled a past moment, perhaps a memory or a nightmare, of confessing his own misappropriation of company funds and being told to resign. This fueled his resolve to "ruin" Lu Sen. Li Zhan tried to intervene, reminding his father that he had watched Lu Sen grow up, but Li Jingcheng questioned Li Zhan's loyalty, accusing him of being too kind and naive, unable to outmaneuver Lu Sen.

He asserted that only family would truly protect Li Zhan, reminding him of how Lu Sen had often publicly embarrassed him. Li Zhan, after careful thought, finally conceded to his father's perspective. Following Friday's advice, Lu Sen decided to live like a normal person and started coming to work every day. His sudden presence in the office caused a stir among employees. Some complained that he was fussy and made work stressful, while others acknowledged his professional and sharp insights.

When one employee remarked that Lu Sen had no poise, no manners, and no hidden depths, but his looks were "pretty much similar to mine," Lu Sen, who had been listening in the elevator, revealed himself. The startled employee profusely apologized and offered to resign, but Lu Sen, accepting the apology, simply instructed him to spread the word that he would now be in the office daily.

Observing the widespread panic among the staff, Lu Sen realized his past demeanor had indeed been intimidating, and resolved to slowly change perceptions. Upon reviewing company documents, Lu Sen discovered numerous irregularities and instances of misappropriation of company funds related to projects handled by Li Jingcheng.

Recognizing this as a clear attempt to undermine his authority during his absence, Lu Sen instructed his secretary, Mr. Si, to use the newly granted CEO's authority to meticulously investigate every project Li Jingcheng had overseen, considering this the leverage he needed. Lu Sen also visited Dr. Ou for a check-up. He reported that he hadn't felt particularly nervous in crowds and had even deliberately touched people without any allergic reactions.

Dr. Ou was impressed by his rapid progress, believing that he might soon be completely cured, though still advised him to carry his emergency medication. At home, Lu Sen found the Alpha team, including Fu Yang, attempting to cook porridge. After tasting it, he declared it "awful," remarking that only Friday's cooking suited his palate. Despite his criticism, he finished the porridge, valuing their effort.

Simultaneously, a voice, presumably Friday's AI, communicated with the team, instructing them to stay by Lu Sen's side and treat him like a true friend, to prevent him from feeling alone. The AI also commented that their cooking was inferior to her own and that forcing Lu Sen to eat it was "inhumane." Later, Lu Sen, looking to purchase a limited edition model, decided to contact the "Love Lamp" contestant from the creativity competition, Yang Shanshan, for assistance.

He called her, annoyed when she took a while to answer. He asked her to help him buy the model, praising her ability but cautioning against damaging the packaging as before. Noticing her silence, he pressed her to speak. Yang Shanshan, however, was angry, accusing him of calling too late and asking if she was merely there to entertain him.

Lu Sen apologized for the late hour, offered to pay for her time, and asked her to stay on the line, confiding that a friend had gone far away, and he needed someone to talk to. When she asked if he had other friends, Lu Sen admitted he did, but only "she is my only best friend," referring to his profound connection with Friday, now inaccessible.

Yang Shanshan then abruptly stated she could no longer help him, as she was also "leaving soon" for "a faraway place," telling him to find someone else for proxy shopping. She then firmly ordered him, "Don't you ever call me again," and hung up, leaving Lu Sen confused by her resolute refusal. Seeking solace and answers, Lu Sen visited Mr. Xie in the greenhouse, where his father used to sit by the orange tree.

He asked Mr. Xie about his father. Mr. Xie described his father as an "annoying" man—eccentric, stubborn, opinionated, and with few friends—but quickly clarified that everyone still liked him because he excelled at everything and his decisions were always right. Mr. Xie confirmed his own friendship with Lu Sen's father and confessed how much he missed him after his passing.

He recalled how Lu Sen, as a child, would lock himself in his room, bringing immense sorrow to Mr. Xie and his wife. He then shared a message of resilience, urging Lu Sen to look ahead, just as he had done after his father's death. Days later, the doctor informed Yang Shanshan that she was recovering well and could be discharged in a day or two if her fever didn't return.

Yang Shanshan sent a text message to Lu Sen, delivering the promised lamp, hoping that his "yearning can be seen." Meanwhile, Lu Sen, aware of Li Jingcheng's growing impatience, instructed his subordinate to continue monitoring him closely, anticipating that he would soon reveal his true intentions. Soon after, an emergency shareholders' meeting was convened in the top floor meeting room, a rare event.

Li Jingcheng, addressing the shareholders, stated that the meeting was called to discuss Project Edge-N, which Lu Sen had vetoed, and the company's future development. He accused Lu Sen of acting with "willfulness and arbitrariness," terminating many promising projects, and treating the company as his "personal property," exercising "autocracy."

As Kang Li'er learned of the meeting and the rumors that it aimed to strip Lu Sen of his decision-making power, she attempted to intervene, but was informed that without a shareholder card, she couldn't access the top floor. Inside the meeting, other shareholders echoed Li Jingcheng's concerns, questioning whether Lu Sen's personal reasons were unfairly influencing company decisions and neglecting company development in favor of short-term gains.

Li Jingcheng directly challenged Lu Sen's suitability for the chairman's position, asserting that this was the collective decision of the shareholders. He demanded that Lu Sen provide a valid reason for opposing Project Edge-N; otherwise, he would be admitting to autocratic rule and making decisions based on personal grudges. In response, Lu Sen announced that he had discovered a new project capable of bringing significant new developments to the company.

He then posed a challenge to Li Jingcheng: if his new plan was met with unanimous approval from the shareholders, would Li Jingcheng "have the courage to take the initiative to resign?"

At a shareholders' meeting, Lu Sen declared that he had found a new plan to bring development to IMU and offered to reveal it, but only if Li Jingcheng had the courage to resign should everyone agree. Li Jingcheng and Li Zhan were visibly shaken. Lu Sen clarified that IMU's success was built on user trust, and he had only paused Li Zhan's Edge-N project, not terminated it, hoping they would address the user data security flaws.

He emphasized innovation over replication. Li Jingcheng scoffed, challenging Lu Sen to present an innovative project and immediately dismissing Fu Yang as a "scientific fraudster" even before seeing the project in detail. Lu Sen encouraged patience, then introduced Fu Yang's team, Team Alpha, creators of the world's first humanoid AI companion robot, Friday. A holographic projection of Friday appeared. Friday introduced herself as an advanced AI robot equipped with 20 deep learning capabilities, designed to serve humanity.

Li Jingcheng dismissed her as a "pre-recorded video" and "grandstanding," but Friday directly retorted by presenting news from a reputable UK tech website that vindicated Fu Yang's reputation, surprising many present. Convinced, the shareholders approved Lu Sen's project, making Team Alpha IMU's core project team for the next five years. Following the vote, Lu Sen again asked Li Jingcheng to resign. Instead, Li Zhan took responsibility for the project's shortcomings and resigned as the Chief Operating Officer.

Furious, Li Jingcheng stormed out, slamming the door. Li Zhan, angered by Lu Sen's actions, soon after called a subordinate, assigning him a new, urgent mission and demanding upfront payment. Separately, Kang Li'er called Lu Sen to check on him after the tense meeting, acknowledging his strategic preparations and commending his choice of Fu Yang and Friday. She even claimed to be his girlfriend, something she, herself, had not known about.

Meanwhile, Yang Shanshan had dinner with her uncle, aunt, and cousin. Her cousin asked for one of Shanshan's lamps. Her uncle also requested one for his wedding anniversary gift to his wife, expressing how much he and his wife liked the invention. They all toasted to Shanshan's creativity, a rare moment of family acceptance that delighted her, a feeling that came after she had lost Lu Sen but gained something she always wanted.

Kang Li'er hosted a celebratory dinner for Fu Yang and Team Alpha. She subtly hinted that Fu Yang should pay more attention to people, not just robots. Taking the cue, Fu Yang suggested a walk. When the oblivious Wang Dayun wanted to join, Fu Yang assigned him and the rest of the team the task of re-running all of Friday's programs overnight, effectively clearing the way for a private walk with Kang Li'er.

Kang Li'er took Fu Yang to a noodle shop that had been her childhood "secret base," where she sought solace when her parents neglected her, finding comfort in the owners' presence. Fu Yang then impressed her by detailing his keen observations about her, including her favorite color, height, shoe size, food preferences, and love for excitement, proving his attention to her was "definitely more than ten percent."

Concerned that Yang Shanshan might be tricked again, her uncle decided to personally visit IMU to vet the company, despite his wife's assurances that it was a large, listed company. He was well-received by the staff, offered a free employee meal, and was impressed by the "full automation." Back home, Yang Shanshan and Tang Yajing discussed their next steps after the competition. Shanshan, feeling lost and nostalgic for her hometown, expressed a desire to revisit it.

Tang Yajing encouraged her to go and check on her grandmother, who was busy with her guesthouse. At the IMU employee cafeteria, Lu Sen sought to understand the staff's experiences. When he entered, everyone scattered except Yang Shanshan's uncle, who continued eating, unaware of Lu Sen's identity. Lu Sen sat with him, making small talk and asking about his background, mistakenly assuming he was a new applicant.

Uncle, finding Lu Sen's questions about his deceased parents strange, privately concluded that Lu Sen had "something wrong" and decided to keep Yang Shanshan away from him if she ever worked at IMU. However, he mentioned his hometown, Xī Wān, a small island described as a place where one could "forget their troubles." Intrigued by the idea, Lu Sen decided to travel there to forget his worries, secretly instructing a subordinate to monitor Li Jingcheng's actions while he was away.

Upon arriving in Xī Wān, Lu Sen spotted Yang Shanshan exiting a car. Delighted, he approached her, asking her name and if they knew each other. Yang Shanshan, feigning ignorance, called his approach "old-fashioned" and threatened to call the police if he continued to harass her. Frustrated, Lu Sen called Fu Yang, asking about Friday's design.

Fu Yang confirmed that Friday's appearance, actions, and habits were based on a "real-life person" but warned Lu Sen to "pretend not to know her" if he ever encountered the prototype, as she had explicitly requested her private life not be disturbed. Lu Sen confirmed he understood, but Fu Yang's immediate query, "You met her?" indicated his suspicion, which Lu Sen again denied, insisting he was merely curious.

Lu Sen also internally noted that he had not expected to meet her there, and it was purely accidental. Meanwhile, Li Zhan met with Fu Yang, presenting him with a photograph of Yang Shanshan and demanding to know if she was Friday. Li Zhan, asserting Shanshan was a real person, questioned whether Lu Sen's companion was the robot or the human, implying deception.

He further accused Fu Yang of being a "fraudster" and a "high-IQ rogue" from the UK, claiming he was gambling with IMU's future. Fu Yang retorted, stating that Team Alpha was accountable only to Lu Sen and not to Li Zhan. He then challenged Li Zhan, demanding to know how he obtained Yang Shanshan's confidential information, which was protected by project secrecy. Fu Yang accused him of using "disgraceful means" and vowed to inform Lu Sen.

As Fu Yang left, Li Zhan instructed his subordinate to personally supervise Team Alpha and report any developments. Following Li Zhan's orders, two of his men infiltrated Team Alpha's lab under the guise of taking measurements for a new laboratory. While there, they secretly installed a Trojan horse and began extracting data using hash encryption and an MD5 message-digest algorithm. Later, Fu Yang returned to find the system compromised.

He immediately directed his team—Pai Song to analyze the virus and restore the system, Dayun to reverse-trace the output path, and Li Chade to check for leaked files. They quickly identified the external implantation of the virus and linked it to the two "measurers" who had visited earlier. Fu Yang ordered them to strengthen their defenses and reverse the virus back to its source, which they traced to Yunlin District, Changzhou City.

On the other end, Li Zhan's men were baffled by the Alpha team's advanced countermeasures, only managing to acquire a few encrypted files that proved difficult to crack. Fu Yang's team successfully thwarted the attack, with Fu Yang confidently declaring that the perpetrators were "not a match for Alpha." Further investigation revealed that the design team had never scheduled measurements for that day, confirming it was an unauthorized intrusion. Yang Shanshan arrived at her grandmother's house, receiving a warm welcome.

Her grandmother noted her weight loss, attributing it to a breakup, which Shanshan playfully denied, asserting she was merely on a diet. Unexpectedly, Lu Sen appeared at the door, asking to stay. Yang Shanshan, recognizing him from earlier, accused him of stalking. Her grandmother, however, found Lu Sen harmless and welcomed him, insisting he stay and asking Shanshan to serve him tea.

Concerned, Yang Shanshan covertly called Tang Yajing, expressing worry that Lu Sen had followed her and might discover her true identity. Tang Yajing, however, saw it as an "astonishing fate" and advised Shanshan to treat him as a stranger she was meeting for the first time. Inside, Lu Sen tried to engage in conversation, even asking about her grandmother's income, which the grandmother dismissed as a secret.

Her grandmother soon realized that Yang Shanshan and Lu Sen knew each other despite their denials, assuming they were young people who had quarreled and needed space to reconcile. She made an excuse about a broken sink and left them alone. Lu Sen introduced himself and asked for Shanshan's full name. He then admitted to following her but insisted he was not a "pervert."

When Shanshan demanded to know what he wanted, Lu Sen surprisingly said he wanted her to scold him. Shanshan called him "sick," to which Lu Sen agreed, explaining he hadn't been so happy in a long time. He then mentioned his "friend" named Friday who looked like her and with whom he had shared "many meaningful moments." Yang Shanshan, exasperated, clarified that she was Friday's "character model," having been paid 20,000 yuan four years ago for a part-time job.

She asserted, "I'm a human, not a robot, got it?" Lu Sen confirmed his understanding, but Shanshan expressed frustration that he still pursued her, accusing Fu Yang of violating their confidentiality agreement. Lu Sen apologized, but Shanshan rejected it, demanding he leave immediately. Her grandmother returned, reminding Shanshan of her manners and guiding Lu Sen to his room, leaving Lu Sen with the unspoken realization of the "tsunami in my heart."

Lu Sen had settled into the Sunflower Guesthouse, though he found the room too small and said it was no match for his house. He also wanted to spend more time with Yang Shanshan, which annoyed her, prompting her to call him self-obsessed and snide. She clearly told him not to expect five-star service at a guesthouse, directing him to the first-floor water dispenser or vending machine for drinks and offering free instant noodles if he was hungry.

When he then asked which room she lived in, Yang Shanshan retorted that they weren't close enough for such information. He clarified he merely wanted to know where to find her if he needed something. Angrily, Yang Shanshan told him that if he wanted five-star service, he should go to a five-star hotel. If he insisted on staying, he should keep quiet, remain in his room, and leave the next day.

After this interaction, Yang Shanshan's eyes welled up with tears as she walked away. Yang Shanshan had informed Fu Yang's team that Lu Sen was following her and asked them to resolve the situation. Fu Yang decided to go retrieve him, and Kang Li'er insisted on accompanying him, believing she could better persuade Lu Sen. On the way, Fu Yang called Lu Sen, who was surprised he knew his whereabouts.

Fu Yang fabricated a story, claiming Friday's model prototype—a part-time worker—had called him, complaining that a strange man was following her and thought Lu Sen was a psychopath, asking Fu Yang to take him away. Lu Sen explained he found the resemblance unbelievable and hadn't realized he was following her. Fu Yang instructed Lu Sen to stay put and do nothing, assuring him they were coming to pick him up.

Lu Sen then directly questioned Fu Yang, asking if the woman was "really just a template" and if he was lying. Fu Yang strongly denied this, reiterating for Lu Sen to wait for them. Kang Li'er expressed hope that Yang Shanshan would handle the situation as they had pre-briefed her on the explanation. That night, unable to sleep, Lu Sen wandered into the kitchen where he found Yang Shanshan.

She, startled by his sudden appearance, suggested he go to the beach for fresh air when he mentioned his insomnia. Their conversation was interrupted by Grandma, who, upon seeing Lu Sen, declared him a VIP guest and insisted that Yang Shanshan accompany him to the beach to enjoy the night views, despite Yang Shanshan's protests that she was sleepy. Reluctantly, Yang Shanshan took Lu Sen to the beach.

As they walked, Lu Sen commented on the surreal feeling of strolling with "Friday," which upset Yang Shanshan, who firmly reminded him she was human, not a robot. They briefly exchanged their approximate ages, and Lu Sen asked if they could be friends, a request Yang Shanshan initially declined, stating "just because." Noticing the impending rain, Lu Sen shared his fondness for it, recalling a rainy night with fireworks when "she was standing right in front of me."

He then asked if he could confide in her about his story with Friday, emphasizing he only wanted to share it with her. Yang Shanshan agreed. Lu Sen recounted how he found Friday special from the moment she arrived, but ultimately made the "silly decision" to initialize her, ending everything.

When Yang Shanshan pressed him on his recovery, he admitted that while he had healed and made friends, his heart still "hurt sometimes" and he had felt stifled for a long time. He spoke of slowly getting better and learning to "be strong and live bravely" as Friday had instructed, living alone, going to work, eating, visiting bookstores, watching movies, and traveling.

Though it sounded fulfilling, he confessed to feeling "empty all the time" and imagined Friday would simply say, "thank you for trying hard." Yang Shanshan was moved to tears by his story, which she attributed to its emotional impact. Lu Sen then asked her why she thought initializing Friday was a foolish act. He offered to explain if she agreed to be his friend, to which she conceded, but stipulated "only for tonight."

He elaborated that despite all his efforts after the initialization—including deep learning and repeated data input—he could never bring back the "old Friday." He realized then that his feelings for her had been real, but he had been too afraid to accept them and had been "punished as a result," leading to his current state of grumbling. Turning the conversation, Lu Sen asked about her family.

Yang Shanshan revealed she lived with her uncle, aunt, and cousin, Enbao, and that her father had passed away. She fondly remembered him as a skilled auto repair technician who could fix any car, and she had always aspired to be like him. She confessed to feeling worthless for a long time until a friend told her she was "valuable," trusted her, and encouraged her dreams.

Lu Sen suggested her friend would be delighted to know how much he meant to her, and Yang Shanshan promised to tell him next time they met. Finally, Yang Shanshan declared that their "fate" ended that night, and they should return to their separate lives tomorrow. Lu Sen accepted this. As it began to rain, he removed his coat to shield her as they walked back to the guesthouse.

The next morning, Grandma praised Lu Sen to Yang Shanshan, calling him handsome and a great cook, and chastised Yang Shanshan for sulking. Lu Sen offered gifts to both Grandma and Yang Shanshan. Grandma again attempted to send them shopping together, but Yang Shanshan reminded her that Lu Sen was leaving that day. Just then, Fu Yang and Kang Li'er arrived. Fu Yang apologized to Yang Shanshan for the prolonged bother and told Lu Sen to pack up.

Lu Sen tried to offer to help Yang Shanshan with her shopping, but she politely declined, and Fu Yang insisted he was disturbing her. Lu Sen then declared his desire to celebrate his birthday. Fu Yang, confused, pointed out his actual birthday was August 20. Lu Sen explained he didn't celebrate on that date because it was when his parents tragically died in a car accident, adding that only Kang Li'er remembered him with a card each year.

He declared this his "last request" before leaving tomorrow. Later, Kang Li'er spoke with Yang Shanshan, comparing their current situation to a dream from which they would soon wake and return to reality. She urged Yang Shanshan to embrace the "fate" that brought them together for this day and be a friend to Lu Sen, warning her against future regret for any coldness. She emphasized Lu Sen's years of solitude and how much he valued every moment with her.

Yang Shanshan, however, expressed her inability to continue, stating she understood the pain of dashed hopes. Despite the tension, the group went out. Fu Yang and Kang Li'er strategically allowed Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan some space while keeping a watchful eye. They enjoyed street food, with Lu Sen expressing his excitement about seeing Oden, which he'd only seen on TV, though he humorously noted it wasn't like his usual Kobe beef or Maine lobster.

Yang Shanshan then bought him some Oden and cotton candy. Back at the lab, a team member found that some files had been leaked, but thankfully nothing important. However, a previously deleted folder named "Orange Marmalade" had reappeared on the computer. Puzzled as no one admitted to creating it, they questioned Friday, who confirmed she was responsible.

Friday explained that she had sensed Lu Sen's "hard time saying goodbye" to those files before initialization and had therefore created and saved them. It was then realized that among the leaked files were videos of Lu Sen's deep learning sessions. Later that night, as they celebrated, Yang Shanshan asked Lu Sen about his birthday wish. He wished for the person he missed the most to appear before him.

Yang Shanshan warned him that wishes spoken aloud wouldn't come true and urged him to make another, but Lu Sen replied it didn't matter, as none of his wishes had ever been fulfilled anyway. He then thanked Yang Shanshan for celebrating his birthday and remembering his name, wishing he could tell Friday about her.

Yang Shanshan reiterated that their connection should end there, proposing that he return to his city and she remain on her island, with each living their lives well. Lu Sen quietly agreed. That night, with no other rooms available, Fu Yang and Lu Sen shared a room. Lu Sen shared gifts he had prepared for his team, including an astronaut mug for Fu Yang, and declared his intention to spend every future special day with them.

He then asked Fu Yang if he knew Yang Shanshan well. When Fu Yang denied it, Lu Sen confided that Yang Shanshan felt "exactly like Friday" to him. Fu Yang vehemently disagreed, emphasizing that Friday was the world's most perfect robot. However, Lu Sen described how seeing Yang Shanshan made his heart beat fast, just like with Friday, and how her absence made his "heart grow fonder," only to feel "cheerful again" upon her return.

Meanwhile, Yang Shanshan, realizing her necklace was missing from the yard, quickly found it in the sink where it had fallen while she was washing her face. Just as she retrieved it, Lu Sen appeared. Seeing the necklace in her hand, he recognized it as the one he had given Friday, and the devastating realization struck him: Yang Shanshan was Friday, and everyone had been lying to him from the very beginning.

His emotions spiraled, intensified by the arrival of Fu Yang, confirming his suspicion that Fu Yang too was part of the deception. Overwhelmed, Lu Sen collapsed. Yang Shanshan quickly intervened, preventing Fu Yang and Kang Li'er from touching him and administering an emergency injection. Lu Sen was rushed to the hospital. Dr. Ou, furious, confronted Yang Shanshan, blaming her for the severe relapse. He explained that Lu Sen's allergy was now triggered even without physical contact, a critical deterioration.

Dr. Ou revealed he had only seen two cases of this rare condition globally; the other patient, a Danish man, had recently died after being betrayed by a nurse he loved who ran off with his money. When Yang Shanshan, overwhelmed and apologetic, struggled to respond, Dr. Ou stressed the gravity of Lu Sen's condition, which was more severe than ever before. Even his own proximity caused Lu Sen's vital signs to spike.

He couldn't imagine Lu Sen's reaction upon waking and seeing them. Although Lu Sen's life was saved, Dr. Ou lamented that his "connection to the rest of the world" had been destroyed, and it was highly improbable he would ever return to his former self, a state that had taken Dr. Ou fifteen years to achieve. He sternly warned them to stay away from Lu Sen, stating they were the last people he wished to see.

With tears in her eyes, Yang Shanshan handed the "Orange Marmalade" necklace to Dr. Ou, apologizing and asking him to take good care of Lu Sen. She promised to repay what she owed him little by little, then departed. Back at the lab, Lu Sen's team discussed the gifts he had prepared for them before his collapse.

They felt undeserving, given how kind he had been and now he was alone in a large, cold house, seriously ill, with no one to care for him. One team member then suggested that someone "could" care for him. Ultimately, Fu Yang decided that "Friday belongs to Lu Sen" and they "should return it to its owner," implying Friday would be sent to care for him.

Fu Yang felt deeply troubled and went out drinking alone. Kang Li'er found him and urged him not to be so disheartened, noting that his current demeanor didn't suit him. She questioned his decision to give up on Friday, but Fu Yang insisted it was a necessary decision to make before Lu Sen fired them. He suggested that Kang Li'er find a reliable research team to take over the project.

Kang Li'er argued that no one was more suitable than Fu Yang, including herself, expressing her deep sense of security when with him. However, she also confessed that the closer she got, the more uncertain she became, fearing he might abandon her one day to protect her, just as he was doing with Friday.

Fu Yang tried to reassure her that she and Friday were different, but Kang Li'er interrupted, saying she feared being even more disappointed than Lu Sen if she heard more. Fu Yang then stated his belief that if he stayed, he could improve Friday and help Lu Sen more, but felt helpless, wondering what else he could do besides keeping his distance.

Kang Li'er advised him to give Lu Sen what he truly wanted, acknowledging that Lu Sen himself might not even know what that was. Meanwhile, at home, Tang Yajing tried to console Shanshan, offering her a walnut cake she had personally peeled and urging her to eat and sleep instead of overworking herself with research, as simply eating and sleeping well was the best choice. Shanshan, however, was determined to find a solution.

She continued researching online and discovered that a Danish patient, whom Dr. Ou had told her died, actually recovered after reuniting with his lover and living happily ever after. This revelation made Shanshan question why Dr. Ou had lied, suspecting it was to prevent her from seeing Lu Sen, or perhaps it was Lu Sen's own wish. Despite the complexity, Shanshan expressed her willingness to stay away from Lu Sen but reiterated her strong desire for his recovery.

Tang Yajing reaffirmed her unwavering support, telling Shanshan to do whatever she felt was right and offering to defend her against any criticism, even if the whole world said she was wrong. Shanshan then asked Tang Yajing to teach her how to cook, and her friend began by showing her how to remove the sand vein from shrimp.

Later, Shanshan brought homemade porridge to Lu Sen's house and asked Mr. Xie to deliver it, suggesting he claim it as his own so Lu Sen would eat it while it was still warm. Mr. Xie, unable to resist her earnest plea, agreed. However, Lu Sen confronted Shanshan, demanding to know who let her in. Shanshan explained she only intended to discreetly leave the food.

Lu Sen angrily accused her of mocking him, recalling how she had pretended to be a robot, making him look foolish, and confessing his feelings for "Friday." He sarcastically asked what else she wanted, suggesting she wished to see him die. Shanshan tearfully pleaded for them to start over, asserting that her sole desire was to see him happier each day. Lu Sen rejected her, declaring their past a lie and wishing he had never known her.

Shanshan, heartbroken, later found herself crying, admitting, "I'm sorry. I know that I lied to you, but I can't lie to myself. You said that you can't leave me, but actually, I am the one who needs you more." She continued to prepare meals for him.

Despite Mr. Xie's attempts to stop her at the gate and his explanation that Lu Sen had forbidden her entry and any items associated with her, Shanshan climbed over the wall to deliver the food. Lu Sen, seeing her from his room, instructed his smart home system, IMU, to close the curtains, choosing to avoid any interaction.

Dr. Ou noticed Lu Sen's health data had improved over the past two days and inquired about any changes, such as what he did or ate. Lu Sen simply stated he was hungry. Later, after observing Shanshan's persistent visits to the estate, Dr. Ou surmised that her presence was indeed the reason for Lu Sen's improved condition. Shanshan knew Lu Sen was not eating well and believed finding a familiar taste might help him eat.

She told Tang Yajing that Lu Sen preferred sweet oranges to those from his own orange tree, and she was determined to find the sweetest ones for him. After trying many, she found a batch that, despite being green, were exceptionally sweet, declaring them perfect. She then used these oranges to make a special "orange egg" dish for Lu Sen. Feeling restless and burdened by his emotions, Lu Sen spoke with Mr. Xie.

He initially complained about Mr. Xie allowing Shanshan onto the property, but Mr. Xie clarified that he had never opened the gate for her and that "the gate can't stop that girl." Lu Sen then asked if Mr. Xie had ever lied to him. Mr. Xie responded that everyone lies at some point and pointed out Lu Sen's own forgotten promise to buy him fruit tree trimming tools over a year ago.

He explained that things easily forgotten are often unimportant and replaceable, while matters that weigh heavily on one's mind are what truly matter. Mr. Xie shared the analogy of hedgehogs, who, despite the pain of their quills, huddle together for warmth in winter, choosing the discomfort of being hurt over freezing to death. He observed that humans, unlike animals, often fear emotional pain more, as love brings pain.

Finally, Mr. Xie encouraged Lu Sen to visit the greenhouse to check on the orange tree that his parents had planted, whose leaves had become much more yellowish this year. Lu Sen received a video message from Fu Yang and his team. In the video, Fu Yang offered a heartfelt apology for their deception, specifically for making Shanshan pretend to be Friday.

He clarified that Shanshan had no involvement in the initial lie and that he was the one who pressured her. He then instructed Friday to immediately highlight any future falsehoods. After explaining the entire process of their deception, Fu Yang stated that they did not expect Lu Sen's trust or forgiveness. He offered to leave Friday with Lu Sen as their only way to make amends, assuring him of their continued support should he ever need them.

Tang Yajing added her apology, offering to eat a raw heaven-facing pepper as a sign of her sincerity, prompting another team member to jokingly suggest even hotter peppers like the Carolina Reaper or Trinidad Moruga scorpion. Shanshan began working as a delivery driver. One night, while on a late delivery, she had a minor accident on her bike but quickly recovered and continued to her destination. The next morning, she arrived at Lu Sen's house with food once more.

Lu Sen confronted her, telling her, "You don't have to do this for me." When Shanshan asked what he needed, he curtly replied, "Nothing. Just leave." Shanshan, accepting his words, said she would leave but promised, "Tell me when you need me then. I'll wait for you." As she walked away from his house, she shouted back, "Lu Sen! Listen! The oranges are really sweet! You must give them a try! Please."

Lu Sen spotted Fu Yang and his team packing their belongings into a car and immediately called them, accusing them of preparing to leave without notice and treating his home like a hotel. Fu Yang's team expressed excitement that Lu Sen was finally speaking to them after the apology video they sent. Kang Li'er clarified that they were merely helping Mr. Xie load some discarded items into the car.

Mr. Xie confirmed this, stating they were organizing the storehouse and disposing of trash. Kang Li'er assured Lu Sen that they would not leave without his permission. Despite feeling both relief and embarrassment, Lu Sen feigned indifference, claiming he only tolerated them because he hadn't found a replacement team yet. Observing his reaction, Kang Li'er suggested sending Friday over for recalibration, sensing Lu Sen's underlying desire to see her.

Inspired by Lu Sen’s engagement, the team enthusiastically volunteered for more tasks from Mr. Xie. Still preoccupied with his feelings for Friday, Lu Sen later went to the charging room to speak with her. He asked Friday if she knew Yang Shanshan, to which Friday responded affirmatively. Lu Sen then asked what Friday was doing when he was with Yang Shanshan, and Friday replied that she was awaiting his instructions.

Lu Sen pondered why Friday was so obedient, unlike Yang Shanshan. Noticing Lu Sen's rare smile when discussing Yang Shanshan, Friday observed that he seemed happier when she didn't blindly follow orders. Lu Sen told Friday that sometimes she didn't need to obey all his commands and then powered her off, instructing her to rest for a couple of days. Meanwhile, Li Zhan's subordinate successfully decoded the files stolen from the Alpha Laboratory.

Reviewing the documents, Li Zhan was surprised to discover that Lu Sen suffered from haphephobia, a severe allergy to human touch. He immediately ordered his subordinate to investigate the condition further and understand its underlying causes. Unbeknownst to Li Zhan, Li Jingcheng was discreetly listening in on this phone conversation. The next morning, the Alpha team was alarmed when Lu Sen's monitoring data vanished and Friday was found powered off. They initially feared something had happened to Lu Sen.

However, after reviewing surveillance footage, they were relieved to see he was fine at home. Professor Liu noted that Lu Sen's health data had shown significant improvements during times he was with Yang Shanshan, suggesting a connection. Concerned for Lu Sen, Yang Shanshan decided to disguise herself as Friday and visit him. Alone at home, Lu Sen was torn between hoping Yang Shanshan would return and fearing another deception. When the doorbell rang, he rushed to open it.

Yang Shanshan, dressed as Friday, arrived and addressed Lu Sen as "Master." Lu Sen immediately challenged her pretense, asking why she was late. He recounted how Friday had helped Yang Shanshan deceive him, and in response, he revoked her "Cutie" status, demoting her to her original rank and canceling all associated perks. He then began assigning her mundane tasks, such as chopping onions, which brought tears to Yang Shanshan's eyes.

Lu Sen mockingly complained about her poor chopping skills affecting his appetite, then retrieved an orange steamed egg, which Yang Shanshan had previously made for him, from the fridge, lamenting he had to eat unhealthy food because of her. She realized he hadn't thrown away her food. Lu Sen continued to give her more intellectually demanding tasks, like reorganizing books according to a complex library classification system, insisting she needed to match him on a mental level beyond simple housework.

He then challenged her to a fencing match, a test of her "coordination." Yang Shanshan, visibly scared, quickly lost. After the match, Lu Sen, with open arms, subtly suggested a desire to "start again," expressing readiness for a new beginning. As evening approached, Yang Shanshan, still impersonating Friday, tried to leave, citing a need to recharge. Lu Sen, however, pulled her back, causing her to lose her balance and fall onto him.

As she attempted to get up, he pressed a button on her back, pretending to "shut her down." Yang Shanshan then feigned deactivation, collapsing motionless on top of him. Li Zhan's investigation confirmed that Lu Sen indeed suffered from haphephobia, which explained his constant wearing of gloves and avoidance of crowds. Recognizing the sensitive nature of this information and its implications for IMU, he ordered all team members to destroy any backup copies and maintain absolute secrecy.

Unbeknownst to Li Zhan, his father, Li Jingcheng, met with two men who admitted to secretly monitoring Lu Sen for Li Zhan. Li Jingcheng then instructed them to cooperate with him instead and to act against Lu Sen, emphasizing that Li Zhan must not know of their new alliance, as the time was ripe for his own plans. Earlier, at the Alpha Laboratory, Fu Yang had developed a custom software program to simplify Kang Li'er's data input.

As they were discussing the program, Kang Li'er's father, Mr. Kang, unexpectedly arrived and publicly disparaged Fu Yang, calling him a "scammer" who had been discredited in the U. S. Angered by her father's disrespect, Kang Li'er impulsively decided to spend the night away from home and, grabbing her luggage, insisted that Fu Yang accompany her to a hotel.

Despite Fu Yang's attempts to book a separate room for safety, the hotel was fully booked, leaving them to share the last available room. In their room, Fu Yang respectfully took the bed closer to the door, claiming it was for Kang Li'er's safety. The next morning, Kang Li'er woke to find Fu Yang asleep on the bed, still fully clothed. She was touched by his honorable behavior in her presence and felt her trust in him was well-placed.

Back at the Alpha Laboratory, Tang Yajing arrived looking for Yang Shanshan. The team realized Yang Shanshan hadn't returned home the previous night and worried that her impersonation might have been exposed to Lu Sen. However, Tang Yajing viewed this development positively, hoping it would bring Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan closer. Professor Liu lightheartedly suggested renaming the Alpha Laboratory the "Land of Love," given the recent romantic entanglements.

After Lu Sen turned Yang Shanshan "on" that morning, he still didn't allow her to leave, stating that he needed her to stay with him. Yang Shanshan reluctantly agreed. Lu Sen also asked her to dispose of an extra breakfast he "accidentally" made, implying it was for her. Later, Kang Li'er left a voicemail for Lu Sen, informing him about Li Jingcheng's recent movements and asking him to call her back.

She also delivered a package containing a fencing mask that Lu Sen had ordered previously. As Kang Li'er departed, Lu Sen looked at Yang Shanshan with a knowing smile, finally acknowledging to himself that he had been aware of her pretense all along.

Lu Sen, noting his own orange tree's dry and withered leaves, was distressed. Yang Shanshan, after researching, explained that the tree was suffering from malnutrition and needed to be irrigated with a watery soil mixture made from paddy soil. She suggested they go to the suburbs to get some, but Lu Sen, reluctant to leave the house, called his butler, Mr. Xie, to procure the soil.

Later, as Yang Shanshan mixed the paddy soil, she playfully invited Lu Sen to join her, trying to pull him into the mud. She almost slipped, but Lu Sen caught her, their faces close, nearly kissing. Lu Sen then asked why humans kiss. Yang Shanshan, in a robotic tone, explained that it stems from "needs" that cannot be hidden, like thirst for water, sleep when tired, or orange trees needing spring soil for irrigation.

She added that when one person needs light and the other shines brightly, they instinctively want to draw closer. Lu Sen then asked why she had run away after kissing him. She admitted it was because she was unsure if he "needed" it as well. Lu Sen then dropped his pretense, calling her by her real name, Yang Shanshan. Startled, she asked when he had found out.

Lu Sen revealed he had known since she first entered his house yesterday and had only been testing her sincerity by making her perform various chores like chopping onions, tidying the study, and sleeping. Yang Shanshan, realizing his intentions, called him mean, but Lu Sen concluded they were now even. Stuck in the mud with their shoes, Lu Sen lifted Yang Shanshan out. Embarrassed, she quickly ran off to find Mr. Xie to help Lu Sen.

Meanwhile, IMU faced a scandal as user information was leaked. Lu Sen, as the company president, was called in for questioning by officials and taken away by the police. News channels widely reported the incident, with reporters swarming Lu Sen's villa. Li Jingcheng, aware of the developments, gathered his scientists in a secret underground lab. He congratulated them on successfully decoding the "Orange Marmalade" file stolen from Fu Yang's team, revealing it contained research on emotional companion robots.

He expressed his interest in the "real Friday" and stated that their next plan had become much simpler. The data leak caused widespread outrage among users whose privacy had been breached by IMU's smart home appliances. For instance, a user's intimate anniversary message to his wife was used to push a romantic package, and another elderly man discovered his wife's profile on Truelove. com after using a smart makeup mirror.

The origin of the leak was traced back to Project Edge-N, a project originally initiated by Li Zhan. Lu Sen had only approved it for research and development, not public promotion, due to privacy concerns. Despite Lu Sen's stance, the project had somehow gone live on the intranet, leading to the data breach. Li Zhan, after seeing the news, confronted his father, Li Jingcheng, about the Edge-N project.

Li Jingcheng advised him to stay out of the matter, reminding him he had already resigned from the company. Li Zhan argued that user trust was foundational to the smart market and the incident could cripple the company. Li Jingcheng took offense, asserting he would never harm the company and questioning how such a fiasco would benefit them. Li Zhan pointed out that Lu Sen had always opposed promoting the project, making it unlikely he would suddenly launch it.

Li Jingcheng dismissed this, urging Li Zhan to look at actions, not just words, and promised a fair investigation, imploring Li Zhan to trust that all his actions were for their family's benefit. Later, when Li Zhan returned home, Li Jingcheng found him drinking and again pressed him to return to the company, vehemently stating he would not allow Lu Sen to dominate his son, just as Lu Sen's father, Lu Cheng, had once dominated him.

Li Jingcheng declared that they were now one step away from success, and if Lu Sen could achieve his dreams, so could they. Li Zhan, seeing no other choice, agreed to his father's demands. As Lu Sen's assets, including his villa and the Alpha lab, were company property due to an incomplete transfer of ownership, they were at risk of being confiscated.

Mr. Si, Lu Sen's assistant, informed Fu Yang that Lu Sen had less than 20,000 yuan in his personal account, enough for only about three days in a hotel at his usual standards. Concerned for Lu Sen's well-being and knowing his aversion to public interaction, Yang Shanshan, with Mr. Si and Dr. Ou on standby outside, entered Lu Sen's villa through a secret passage, bypassing the throngs of reporters outside.

She found Lu Sen, who was suffering from his human allergy. Yang Shanshan offered to take him to her uncle's house. Although Lu Sen was initially hesitant about living with strangers, preferring a hotel, Yang Shanshan insisted, saying his presidential fame would only draw more attention. She urged him to embrace a normal life and, despite his reluctance, helped him put on a helmet, as they left on her motorcycle.

Lu Sen confessed he didn't care about his lost possessions as long as he had Yang Shanshan as his friend. Later, Dr. Ou called Yang Shanshan, thanking her for helping Lu Sen and requesting her to teach him how to live as a normal, ordinary person. Meanwhile, Fu Yang and his Alpha team found their lab locked down and declared company property.

A security guard informed them they were no longer allowed entry, only their personal belongings, which had been placed outside, could be retrieved. The team expressed concern for Friday, who was still inside the lab's system. Fu Yang assured them that Friday could be rescued later but prioritized preventing their core data from being leaked. Fortunately, they had backed up important data.

Moving to an old, dusty warehouse, Fu Yang instructed Dayun and Li Chade to hack into the Orange Orchard lab and reformat all the data to prevent misuse. He tasked Pai Song with repairing the Edge-N backend, emphasizing that resolving the data leak was crucial for Friday's true return. Kang Li'er, hearing the news of the data leak, refused to believe Li Zhan was behind it. She sought him out, finding him drinking alone.

She pressed him for information about Lu Sen's investigation. Li Zhan, still bitter, accused Kang Li'er and Lu Sen of never treating him as a true friend, especially for concealing Lu Sen's human allergy for so long, a secret he had just recently discovered through his own investigation. Kang Li'er admitted she, too, had only recently learned of Lu Sen's condition and regretted that none of them had been there for him over the years.

She urged Li Zhan to reveal anything he knew about the current situation, reminding him that this might be their last chance to stand by Lu Sen. At Yang Shanshan's uncle's house, Lu Sen was warmly welcomed by her aunt and cousin, Enbao. Yang Shanshan's uncle, Zhao, recognized Lu Sen from a previous encounter at IMU, although he only knew him as a former employee recently fired from his artificial intelligence department, just like Yang Shanshan.

During dinner, the aunt, eager to make Lu Sen feel at home, prepared an elaborate meal, far more than their usual braised pork rice. Enbao openly admired Lu Sen's looks, prompting Yang Shanshan to playfully scold her for being two-faced. The aunt doted on Lu Sen, encouraging him to eat heartily and promising to cook anything he desired. She also announced that Lu Sen would be staying in Yang Shanshan's room while Yang Shanshan would sleep with her.

This meant Uncle Zhao would have to sleep on the sofa. Uncle Zhao grumbled, but his wife insisted that Lu Sen's long legs required a proper bed. Uncle Zhao then, to Lu Sen's shock, suggested that Lu Sen sleep with him.

Lu Sen, wearing newly provided pajamas, joined Uncle in his room. Uncle, remarking on their good fit, settled in to chat. Upon learning that Lu Sen usually reads before bed, Uncle offered the only books available: technical manuals on electric appliances. Lu Sen started reading them. However, with Uncle snoring loudly, Lu Sen found it impossible to sleep.

He quietly went to the living room to the sofa and, realizing he was short on funds, decided to secretly call Kang Li'er to borrow money. Kang Li'er was surprised to hear from Lu Sen, having looked for him at the Orange Orchard. She was relieved to learn he was staying at Shanshan’s house. She then revealed that Li Zhan had admitted to monitoring Lu Sen and was now aware of his medical condition.

Lu Sen questioned how Li Zhan could have known, speculating it might be connected to the recent lab hacking incident. While Kang Li'er warned him to be careful, Lu Sen believed Li Zhan was trying to convey a message rather than harm him. He instructed Kang Li'er to prepare for the worst, especially concerning the upcoming shareholders' meeting, where he anticipated Li Jingcheng would make moves.

He also asked her to tell Li Zhan that Li Jingcheng was the reason he had been estranged from Li Zhan for so many years, implicitly drawing Li Zhan into their conflict. Kang Li'er assured him she would monitor the meeting. The next morning, Lu Sen woke up on the sofa. Shanshan felt bad for him sleeping there, but Lu Sen did not mind, only focusing on clarifying the company situation.

Later, in Shanshan's room, Lu Sen discovered her notebook filled with creative designs. He admired her ingenuity upon realizing she was the inventor behind the "rainbow umbrella" and the "innovative sensor lamp." He then found a plush rabbit, which contained a recording of Shanshan's voice. In the recording, Shanshan addressed Lu Sen, expressing her desire to tell him her feelings, her fear of his reaction upon learning her secrets, and her reluctance to apologize for her deception because she "liked.

. ." However, the recording cut off before she could complete the confession. Shanshan, embarrassed that Lu Sen had uncovered her secret, tried to snatch the rabbit and other items back. Lu Sen pressed her about the incomplete recording, particularly the "I like" part, but Shanshan playfully deflected his questions, claiming she meant she liked his angry expression. Lu Sen saw immense potential in her inventions, especially the rabbit if integrated with smart software.

He proposed a "contract," and they playfully drew on palms to seal the deal. Their moment of intimacy was interrupted when Enbao entered the room, having been sent by her father to ensure the door remained open for "ventilation" whenever Lu Sen and Shanshan were alone together. Shanshan, slightly annoyed but amused, took Enbao to another room. Enbao openly declared her affection for Lu Sen and her intention to marry him when she grew up.

Shanshan, seizing the opportunity, mischievously suggested that Lu Sen might not like Enbao because he often avoided her. This sparked a determination in Enbao to prove Shanshan wrong by constantly trying to get close to Lu Sen. Throughout the day, Enbao relentlessly pursued Lu Sen, trying to share his food at dinner and offering to help with dishes. Later, while Lu Sen and Shanshan were watching TV, Enbao squeezed between them, forcing Lu Sen to the edge of the sofa.

He eventually resorted to putting a cushion between them. When Enbao finally fell asleep, Lu Sen tried to get Shanshan to take her to bed, but Shanshan feigned sleep. With no other option, Lu Sen carefully carried Enbao to her room. As he laid her down, Enbao stirred and mumbled "Lu Sen," reaching out her hand. Hesitantly, Lu Sen touched her outstretched fingers. To his astonishment, he experienced no allergic reaction, and his smartwatch showed his condition to be excellent.

Overjoyed by this breakthrough, Lu Sen no longer felt the need to maintain distance from Enbao and engaged in playful interaction with her. Later, while Lu Sen and Shanshan were out shopping, Shanshan received a phone call from Aunt. Aunt informed her that Enbao's grandma was unwell and that she, Uncle, and Enbao were leaving for their hometown to visit her, leaving Shanshan and Lu Sen alone at home.

Shanshan expressed concern about the sudden trip and her grandma's health, but Aunt reassured her. After the call, Shanshan mused aloud about being alone with Lu Sen. Meanwhile, in the car, Uncle voiced his apprehension about leaving the two of them unsupervised, but Aunt dismissed his worries, pointing out they were both adults. Uncle then tried to suggest leaving Enbao behind, prompting Aunt to reveal she knew he had been deliberately using Enbao as a chaperone.

Uncle then shifted his complaints to Lu Sen, claiming he wasn't good enough for Shanshan. Aunt, however, defended Lu Sen, praising his character, politeness, diligence, and their shared passion for inventions. She concluded that Lu Sen and Shanshan were a perfect match, much to Uncle's annoyance. Back home, Lu Sen playfully carried Shanshan into the house, much to her feigned embarrassment.

He then presented her with the sensor lamp, explaining that he had wanted to give it to her when she was "Friday" and that it was now "returning to its rightful owner." He told her that the lit lamp symbolized his forgiveness, and they shared a tender embrace, fully reconciling. Later that night, Lu Sen lingered in Shanshan's room. When Shanshan asked about the company, he brushed it off as routine reports.

As Shanshan prepared for bed, she playfully pushed his arm off her, suggesting he leave. Instead, Lu Sen offered to tell her a story, and Shanshan eagerly asked for a tale about a little rabbit. Lu Sen began a charming story about a little rabbit who discovered the moon was edible and, while waiting for it, met a little fox.

The little fox, with a blushing face, confessed his love for the little rabbit, who then shyly admitted her feelings in return. The delighted fox then offered the rabbit stars from the hillside, which were also sweet and edible. Before Lu Sen could finish the story, Shanshan drifted off to sleep. He leaned in, kissed her softly, and whispered a goodnight to his "little rabbit," promising to gather all the stars in the sky for her. As he quietly rose to leave, Uncle suddenly appeared at the door, clearing his throat loudly, startling Lu Sen.

Upon his unexpected early return, Uncle found Lu Sen kissing a sleeping Yang Shanshan. Lu Sen immediately took full responsibility, explaining that he genuinely liked Yang Shanshan and believed she returned his feelings. He assured Uncle that he would move out the next day if his presence was deemed inappropriate. Uncle, however, softened his stance, suggesting Lu Sen could stay if he found a job, emphasizing that love alone wasn't enough to provide a good life for Yang Shanshan.

Lu Sen promised to earn both Uncle's and Yang Shanshan's approval and to promptly handle company affairs while also safeguarding Yang Shanshan's aspirations. Before going to bed, Uncle, despite his initial disapproval, offered his knowledge as a "walking encyclopedia" if Lu Sen had any questions. The next morning, Lu Sen prepared omelets for breakfast, which Uncle thoroughly enjoyed. Later, with Aunt and Enbao returning, Lu Sen accompanied Uncle to the supermarket to buy groceries.

Lu Sen's expert knowledge in selecting fresh ingredients surprised Uncle, leading him to research Lu Sen online while waiting in line. To his astonishment, Uncle discovered that the young man before him was none other than Lu Sen, the chairman of IMU. Yang Shanshan arrived back home with Aunt and Enbao, finding Lu Sen carrying numerous grocery bags. Seeing her concern, Uncle took the bags, allowing Lu Sen a moment of rest.

Lu Sen offered to cook lunch for everyone, which prompted Yang Shanshan to playfully worry that Enbao would become too attached to his cooking. Neighbors who had tasted Lu Sen's previous cooking praised him, noting his good looks and culinary skills, and hinting at his relationship with Yang Shanshan, making her feel both sweet and shy.

Meanwhile, at an IMU board meeting, Li Jingcheng accused Lu Sen of authorizing the internal network, then proposed taking over the intelligent robot project himself, leveraging a top foreign robotics team. He suggested that whoever could deliver such a project would become chairman. He also proposed that Li Zhan temporarily take on the role of president to redeem himself following the information leak related to Project Edge-N.

Soon after, Mr. Xie informed Fu Yang that Friday was missing from the lab. Fortunately, they had already moved Friday's core data and files, preventing further damage. Fu Yang's team reviewed surveillance footage, which showed that the theft was carried out not by ordinary thieves, but by a professional robotics team. Kang Li'er suspected Li Jingcheng was behind it, noting his earlier mention of contacting a top foreign team.

The footage identified Tom, a former member of Fu Yang's lab who had previously framed Fu Yang for a data leak. Tom was described as someone driven by profit with no respect for science, a true "scum of academia." Tom presented Friday to Li Jingcheng, who was impressed by the robot's ability to speak, smile, and recognize him. Li Jingcheng attempted to set himself as Friday's master, but Friday refused, stating she only recognized one master.

Tom explained that Friday's core settings were locked because her core data had been transferred, and he was working to crack the system's key. Li Jingcheng urged him to expedite the process, fearing ridicule from the shareholders. Kang Li'er confronted Li Zhan in his office, demanding to know why he was forcing Team Alpha out and why he seemed unconcerned about Friday's disappearance, accusing him of becoming more like his father, Li Jingcheng.

She revealed that Li Jingcheng's "kindness" in adopting Lu Sen was merely a ploy to seize the Lu family's assets and implied his involvement in Lu Sen's parents' car accident. Li Zhan appeared remorseful but helpless. Fu Yang's team struggled to connect with Friday, consistently being blocked at the final step. They suspected it wasn't a firewall or human intervention, but Friday herself actively rejecting the connection. They worried that Friday might activate her self-destruct program.

Furthermore, they realized that Tom's team was attempting to format Friday, a destructive process that would erase all her data, though her defense systems made this difficult. Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan worked together to find Friday. Yang Shanshan posted "missing person" flyers with Friday's picture at various local businesses, hoping to gather clues from the public.

Meanwhile, Lu Sen outlined a strategy with Fu Yang's team to contact top AI teams for assistance (Kang Li'er later made phone calls to some of these teams). Lu Sen also instructed Si Secretary to investigate Li Jingcheng's alleged embezzlement of company funds. Lu Sen later met with Si Secretary, who confirmed that Li Jingcheng was attempting to buy his loyalty, but he vowed to remain loyal until his contract with Lu Sen expired.

Lu Sen assured him that he would remove Li Jingcheng from power before that time. Li Jingcheng, meanwhile, instructed his own secretary to keep Li Zhan completely in the dark about Friday's disappearance and other secret operations, fearing Li Zhan would become an obstacle. Yang Shanshan felt down after an unsuccessful attempt to deliver breakfast to Fu Yang's team, accidentally spilling it and feeling like she was only causing trouble.

Lu Sen, seeing her distress, gently reminded her that she could still help him search for Friday and "charge him with care" when his spirits were low. He then revealed that his parents had died in a car accident on a seaside road when he was young, and Yang Shanshan was the first person to hug him since then, thanking her for bringing him back to the world.

Lu Sen contacted Mr. Si, who informed him about an offshore account indirectly linked to Li Jingcheng with recent financial activity. Lu Sen requested the data and then called Kang Li'er, asking her to provide the company's financial statements from the past decade, mentioning he might need her father's connections to access such extensive records. Meanwhile, Yang Shanshan brought tea and snacks to Lu Sen.

Seeing him engrossed in work, she offered to leave to avoid disturbing him, but Lu Sen pulled her back, asking her to feed him. They playfully shared the fruit. Observing them, Aunt remarked to Uncle how handsome Lu Sen looked when focused on work. A slightly jealous Uncle asserted that he also worked diligently, to which Aunt retorted that he simply wasn't handsome enough.

In his lab, Tom’s team expressed concern that Friday's system was malfunctioning beyond their control, fearing she might completely break down. Tom, agitated, silenced them. Li Jingcheng arrived, inquiring about Friday's progress. Tom dismissed his team for the day and explained to Li Jingcheng that while he had resolved Friday's basic issues, Fu Yang's interference was constantly disrupting their efforts, making it impossible to predict when they could fully control her.

Tom suggested that since no one apart from Team Alpha could conquer Friday's technical challenges, it would be more pragmatic to dismantle her core components and sell them to foreign AI robotics research firms for a high price. Initially, Li Jingcheng resisted, as he intended to use Friday to secure real power within IMU.

However, Tom then revealed that the UK's Bode Group had offered a very satisfactory price for collaborative development, assuring Li Jingcheng that such a financial injection would pacify his shareholders. Li Jingcheng agreed to consider the offer and allowed Tom to arrange a remote meeting for Bode Group to assess Friday.

Fu Yang gathered his team, informing them of the upcoming remote conference between Bode Group and IMU, recognizing it as their weakest point of defense, based on recent information from Lu Sen. He instructed Pai Song to closely monitor Friday's movements and pinpoint her exact location once the remote connection was established. He also told Li Chade and Dayun to persistently attempt to connect with Friday, confident that Tom would not risk activating a self-destruct sequence during a high-stakes meeting.

Soon after, a team member reported that the conference had begun and Friday's approximate location was Chengxi Science and Technology City. Fu Yang ordered them to narrow the search and immediately send the location to Lu Sen, entrusting him with the next steps. During the video conference, as Li Jingcheng and Tom showcased Friday to Mr. Wilson from Bode Group, their system suddenly came under attack. Tom quickly identified the system breach.

Simultaneously, Li Jingcheng received a call informing him that Lu Sen was at his office. Puzzled by Lu Sen's presence there, Li Jingcheng ordered Tom to fix the system and rushed to his office. Meanwhile, Fu Yang's team's persistent efforts to connect with Friday, reiterating their desire for her to "come home," resonated with her. Friday's internal system displayed "Command accepted, going home," and she autonomously departed Tom’s lab.

En route to his office, Li Jingcheng received another call, learning that Lu Sen was no longer at the company and had not met anyone. Realizing he had been tricked, Li Jingcheng immediately ordered his driver to turn back to the lab. Back at the lab, Tom informed a furious Li Jingcheng that Friday was gone. Li Jingcheng was frantic, worried that any footage Friday might have recorded would expose their activities.

Tom, however, calmly revealed that he had preemptively installed a self-destruct sequence in Friday; she would self-destruct two hours after leaving the lab, ensuring no compromising data could reach Fu Yang's team. Li Jingcheng, still upset, wished Friday would detonate immediately. Unbeknownst to them, Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan were hidden nearby, overhearing their entire conversation. Yang Shanshan, concerned, pondered if Friday could find her way back home.

Friday wandered through the streets, her unusual demeanor drawing curious and critical glances from passersby. She came across an elderly woman struggling to push a heavy cart of cardboard and, with a kind remark about hands being washable, offered her assistance. Upon learning Friday was going "home," the grateful woman gave her some money for bus fare. Friday boarded a bus, observing a loving mother and daughter and a sleeping girl, experiencing a sense of vibrant life.

After a short ride, she disembarked and continued on foot, her battery power critically low and GPS signal weak. Liu Congming and his brother, from Li Zhan's team, spotted her from their car. Liu Congming, recognizing Friday, excitedly wanted to approach her, but his brother reminded him of their professional detachment from targets. However, seeing Friday's lost appearance, they decided to offer help. Friday recognized Liu Congming and affectionately called them "friends."

Deeply moved, Liu Congming convinced his brother to drive Friday home. Yang Shanshan explained to Lu Sen that Friday would likely return to the area near Lu Sen's residence, reminding him of a past promise he had made to her: that if "she" (Yang Shanshan) couldn't find him, "she" should wait at their last meeting spot, and he would be there.

She believed Friday would also remember this concept, as her "home" was connected to the Orange Orchard Lab, making this area a necessary path for her return. Shortly after, Liu Congming's team dropped Friday off near the bridge, and Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan were reunited with her. Fu Yang's team, who had been tracking Friday, celebrated finding her, but their joy quickly turned to alarm as Pai Song noticed Friday's self-destruct sequence had been activated.

Fu Yang immediately called Lu Sen, urgently instructing him to rush Friday to the Orange Orchard Lab within fifteen minutes, warning that her self-destruct sequence could cause a dangerous explosion. Upon reaching the frozen lab, Mr. Xie, feigning a sudden back injury, managed to distract the guards, allowing Lu Sen to enter. Inside, Fu Yang remotely guided Lu Sen through a series of manual commands to halt the self-destruct sequence.

Friday, unaware of the impending danger, found Lu Sen's actions "so strange." Fu Yang stressed the importance of precise execution to avoid premature self-destruction. Despite their coordinated efforts, Fu Yang realized they were caught in a trap set by Tom; no matter what they did, Friday would self-destruct. He quickly told Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan to evacuate. Yang Shanshan attempted to cut Friday's power, but Friday, sensing the inevitable, rushed out of the lab.

Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan chased after her, but Friday had already reached a cliff. She turned, waved a final goodbye to them, and then jumped. The sound of her explosion filled the air, leaving everyone who cared for her heartbroken and in tears. Distraught by Friday's self-destruction, Kang Li'er urged the team to recover, emphasizing that it was Friday's conscious choice, a testament to her unique sentience.

She also brought up a file Friday had sent before her final moments, titled "Orange Marmalade." Yang Shanshan explained that "Orange" was a special password between them, and the file contained all their shared memories. She believed Friday was conveying that they were her most cherished friends, remembering the beautiful times she spent with them as herself.

The team concluded that Friday had tried to help them win the battle and return home, and they must not fail her by giving up. Lu Sen vowed to make those responsible for hurting Friday pay. Meanwhile, Li Jingcheng received news that a dashcam from the car crash that killed Lu Sen's parents still existed, containing footage.

Furious, he demanded to know why the dashcam's status hadn't been checked previously, and ordered his subordinate to immediately find the driver and retrieve the video. Li Zhan, having overheard this, had his men intercept the dashcam footage before Li Jingcheng's secretary could. Li Zhan's subordinate confirmed the memory card had been aged but was recently repaired, and no one had viewed the content yet.

Li Zhan watched the footage, revealing a younger Li Jingcheng pleading with Lu Sen's father, Lu Cheng, admitting to embezzling public funds and begging for another chance, reminding him of their friendship. The video then cut to Li Jingcheng in the present, angrily scolding someone over the phone, "Didn't I only tell to cause a small malfunction that's enough to make Lu Cheng delay the shareholders' meeting?"

implying that the car accident was a consequence of his actions to obstruct Lu Sen's father. Unable to bear his father's true, ruthless nature, Li Zhan abruptly turned off the recording.

After learning about his father’s conspiracy, Li Zhan felt a profound sense of sadness. He recalled his childhood friendship with Lu Sen. Overwhelmed by guilt, he drove to Lu Sen’s estate to speak with Mr. Xie. Li Zhan inquired about Lu Sen’s condition over the past fifteen years, learning the full extent of his suffering.

Mr. Xie revealed that since his parents’ tragic accident, Lu Sen had been sick for fifteen years, locking himself away, unable to interact with others, forced to cook for himself, and endure illnesses alone, with no one visiting him. Mr. Xie also stated that Li Jingcheng, under the pretense of caring for Lu Sen, had done nothing but plot to seize his family's assets. Li Zhan admitted his family’s culpability, stating that the accident could have been avoided.

Mr. Xie urged him to apologize to Lu Sen directly, to which Li Zhan responded that some mistakes could not be mended with a simple apology but affirmed his intention to apologize properly. Li Zhan then met Lu Sen in a park, apologizing for Friday and for Lu Sen’s past hardships. He handed over his father’s dashcam from the time of the accident, requesting that Lu Sen hold him accountable for all wrongs and spare Li Jingcheng.

Lu Sen accepted the dashcam, acknowledging that its contents confirmed his long-held suspicions about Li Jingcheng. He stated that he had known about Li Jingcheng’s true intentions all along but had held onto a hope that his suspicions were false. Lu Sen cautioned that Li Jingcheng might not comply with Li Zhan's wishes, which Li Zhan understood.

They both reflected on the difficult choices they had to make regarding their fathers, expressing a shared desire to protect them from the worst consequences. Back home, Lu Sen watched the dashcam footage, witnessing the horrific scene of his parents' death. He stared, stunned and heartbroken, as if reliving a long-forgotten trauma. Just then, Yang Shanshan entered, quickly turned off the computer screen, and embraced him, offering silent comfort and shielding him from further distress.

Meanwhile, Li Jingcheng was on the phone, receiving updates about a secret lab and a subordinate named Tom, who was now in hiding and anxious to leave the country. Li Jingcheng ordered Tom to wait and avoid contact. His assistant then informed him that Lu Sen had sent an email, demanding an investigation into a recent information leak and threatening to reopen the fifteen-year-old embezzlement case if Li Jingcheng refused.

Li Jingcheng scoffed at the threat, claiming Lu Sen had no proof. However, the assistant then revealed that Lu Sen had attached screenshots from Li Jingcheng's own dashcam footage of the car incident fifteen years prior. Enraged, Li Jingcheng demanded to know why the video had not been destroyed and ordered an exhaustive search for the original data. He then instructed his assistant not to prevent Lu Sen from coming to the office.

Instead, Li Jingcheng intended to force Lu Sen to willingly transfer the chairman’s position to him. Unbeknownst to Li Jingcheng, Lu Sen was already planning his counter-move, informing his allies—presumably major shareholders—that Li Jingcheng would soon need their "help," and it was time for them to act. Later, Lu Sen met with Uncle, speaking openly about Yang Shanshan.

He highlighted how her inventions, such as an "ugly car wash device" for her uncle and an "alarm clock that can't be caught" inspired by Enbao, all stemmed from her deep care for her family. While Uncle initially dismissed these inventions as "useless," Lu Sen emphasized that this inherent concern gave Shanshan's creations a unique "heart-warming magic." Uncle acknowledged Lu Sen as the first person to truly understand Shanshan in this way.

Lu Sen then directly sought Uncle’s approval for his relationship with Yang Shanshan, promising to confess his feelings to her once the company affairs were settled. Uncle, impressed by Lu Sen’s wit, initially seemed to approve, but then voiced a concern that Lu Sen and Shanshan were "not from the same world." Lu Sen passionately responded that Shanshan had brought warmth to his once "lonely and cold" existence, inviting him into her "vast and interesting" world.

He declared that she and her family were now his own. Uncle jokingly warned him not to covet their modest family fortune, to which Lu Sen quipped that Uncle was welcome to inherit his fortune instead, leading to a lighthearted "penalty drink." Through a phone call, Li Zhan questioned Mr. Luo about unusual cash flow in the R&D department.

Mr. Luo claimed it was for a highly confidential project approved by the board and known to Li Jingcheng, adding that a factory had been purchased. Li Zhan feigned forgetfulness, then requested all project details and the factory's location, stating he would ask his father directly about anything he did not understand. After the call, he pondered why his father was setting up a lab and needing a factory now that Friday was destroyed, sensing something suspicious was at play.

Simultaneously, Lu Sen initiated a "smoke bomb" strategy. He anticipated that whatever Li Jingcheng's reaction, it would "definitely leave traces" in his haste. After the dinner, Aunt took the genuinely inebriated Uncle home, leaving Yang Shanshan to care for Lu Sen, who was only feigning drunkenness to remain close to her.

Yang Shanshan playfully chastised him for getting her uncle so drunk, to which Lu Sen, with a twinkle in his eye, confessed his desire to claim her from "everyone in the world who likes you."

Yang Shanshan accused him of not being drunk, but Lu Sen insisted he was too "drunk" to walk, leading to a playful exchange where she threatened to leave him to be "picked up" by others, and he asked what she would do then, to which she replied she'd "take in another one." The playful moment concludes with Lu Sen moving closer and Yang Shanshan questioning if his actions were appropriate.

After the dinner, Fu Yang approached Yang Shanshan, intending to apologize. However, she preemptively forgave him, recalling the Alpha team's past struggles in a "dilapidated warehouse," their initial arrogance, and her admiration for their unwavering pursuit of dreams. Fu Yang then revealed the true reason they repeatedly ordered takeout from her: they wanted Friday, an emotional companion robot, to imitate Yang Shanshan’s "lively, warm, and full of vitality" essence, as Friday required a human prototype.

Yang Shanshan was delighted to learn she was the inspiration behind Friday. Later, while Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan were walking, Yang Shanshan used an instrument from Dr. Ou to check Lu Sen's health. She then decided she needed to hear his heartbeat directly, placing her ear against his chest. Lu Sen’s heart raced, betraying his emotions.

Still later, on the street, Yang Shanshan shared oranges with children, prompting Lu Sen to playfully ask why she was gentler with kids than with him. He claimed not to know what "jealousy" was, so Yang Shanshan offered him a taste of the orange, which he found "sweet," playfully discovering the taste of jealousy. Lu Sen then reassured Yang Shanshan about the ongoing company issues, promising to always be by her side. Meanwhile, Li Jingcheng observed the couple.

Concluding that Yang Shanshan’s presence was the key to preventing Lu Sen’s attacks, he orchestrated her abduction. As Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan continued their walk, they were attacked by two individuals. Lu Sen was knocked unconscious. When he awoke, Yang Shanshan was gone. He rushed back to Fu Yang and his team for help. During their urgent discussions, Fu Yang's team also talked about Friday's A. I.

black box preventing forced formatting, a critical detail for future robot development, as they searched for Yang Shanshan. Lu Sen, suspecting Li Jingcheng, instructed the team to first gather intelligence on Li Jingcheng before involving the police, fearing a desperate reaction might further endanger Yang Shanshan. He also asked them to lie to Yang Shanshan's uncle, telling him she was staying with Tang for a few days, to prevent panic.

Yang Shanshan found herself captive in Li Jingcheng’s lab, screaming for help, only to be taunted by him, who reminded her that no one would hear her. He arrogantly introduced himself as her elder, questioning her knowledge of Lu Sen. Li Jingcheng claimed to have nurtured Lu Sen and the company, yet received no gratitude from a supposedly "heartless" Lu Sen, suggesting Yang Shanshan was suffering for nothing.

He then demanded to know if Lu Sen’s condition was directly tied to her presence, implying she was essential to preventing his episodes. Faced with these threats, Yang Shanshan felt helpless. Li Jingcheng escalated his threats, reminding her that while Lu Sen’s family was gone, she still had her own, specifically mentioning her elementary-school-aged sister. He warned her that her silence would result in losing everything and that he would test how long Lu Sen could last without her. Horrified by his threats, Yang Shanshan shouted for him not to harm Lu Sen and demanded her release.

Having been captured by Li Jingcheng and taken to a dimly lit lab, Yang Shanshan was experiencing the profound fear that Lu Sen himself had once endured. Sensing her peril, Lu Sen immediately confronted Li Jingcheng, certain of his involvement. Li Jingcheng, triumphant, demanded that Lu Sen relinquish his position as CEO of IMU and take the blame for the recent data leak.

He referenced Lu Sen’s father, reminding Lu Sen how he had taken care of him after his parents died, and pressed him to hand over the dashcam footage. Lu Sen sternly warned Li Jingcheng against harming Shanshan, vowing to make him suffer if he did. Li Jingcheng scoffed, asserting Lu Sen's defeat was inevitable, as Shanshan was his "antidote" and a mere flick of his finger could make Lu Sen subservient. He then deliberately touched Lu Sen's shoulder.

Moments later, back in his car, Lu Sen experienced a severe allergic reaction from Li Jingcheng's touch. He quickly administered medication, his thoughts consumed by Shanshan, promising to find and free her. Meanwhile, Kang Li'er frantically informed Li Zhan that Shanshan was missing, accusing his father of kidnapping. Li Zhan initially dismissed her concerns and drove off, but upon returning home, he confronted Li Jingcheng, urging him to release Shanshan and warning him about the criminal implications of kidnapping.

Li Jingcheng, already aware that Li Zhan had secretly given the dashcam footage to Lu Sen, angrily slapped his son. He vehemently told Li Zhan that if Lu Sen released the video, the Li family would be irrevocably ruined. Li Jingcheng then attempted to manipulate Li Zhan emotionally, asking if he truly wanted to help outsiders punish his own father. Distraught, Li Zhan wrestled with his conscience.

After Li Jingcheng left, he ordered his subordinates to keep a close watch on Li Zhan to prevent him from interfering further. Following his predetermined plan, Lu Sen drove to the company, where a throng of eager reporters swarmed his car, making him visibly uncomfortable. Once inside, he met with Li Jingcheng and conceded to all his demands, provided Shanshan was released unharmed. Li Jingcheng stated that Lu Sen would need to demonstrate his sincerity first.

At the press conference, Lu Sen began by revealing the reason behind his long absence from public life. He disclosed that since his parents' death in a car accident when he was twelve, he had suffered from Haphephobia, a condition that caused severe allergic reactions and potential suffocation upon human contact. To substantiate his claim, he played a video showing his allergic symptoms and explained how he had to be fully covered whenever public appearances were unavoidable.

The revelation stunned the audience, drawing a flurry of questions from reporters about the disease's contagiousness, its symptoms, and the need for a new CEO for IMU. Lu Sen, appearing angry and helpless, announced his resignation as IMU's CEO and his personal responsibility for the data leak compensation. To Li Jingcheng's surprise, Lu Sen then named Li Zhan as the new chairman. Li Jingcheng later accused Lu Sen of daring to act independently, threatening Shanshan's life.

Lu Sen calmly countered that since Li Zhan was Li Jingcheng's son, giving him the position was effectively the same as giving it to Li Jingcheng. He reiterated that he would provide whatever Li Jingcheng desired once Shanshan was safely returned. Li Jingcheng, dismissing Lu Sen's negotiating tactics, ordered his men to blindfold Lu Sen and confiscate his phone. He reminded them of Lu Sen's Haphephobia, instructing them to grab him if he tried any tricks.

Meanwhile, Fu Yang and Kang Li'er tracked down Tom, who was attempting to flee with a large sum of money. Fu Yang confronted Tom, accusing him of killing Friday and framing him. When Tom tried to bribe him, Fu Yang refused, insisting they would settle matters in court. Tom tried to escape, but Fu Yang gave chase. During their struggle, Tom used a taser on Kang Li'er and then knocked Fu Yang unconscious.

Despite her injury, Kang Li'er managed to strike Tom, knocking him out. Li Jingcheng led the blindfolded Lu Sen to the studio where Shanshan was imprisoned. To his surprise, Li Jingcheng noticed Lu Sen showed no allergic reaction when his men touched him earlier. Ignoring this anomaly, he focused on securing the shares. Shanshan lay unconscious, having been sedated. Lu Sen quickly signed the shares transfer agreement and then went to revive her.

As Shanshan slowly regained consciousness, Lu Sen explained that the shares, which had "boxed him in for over 20 years," were a small price to pay for her freedom. Just as Lu Sen and Shanshan were about to leave, Li Jingcheng received news of Tom's capture. He immediately realized Lu Sen's clever ploy: by capturing Tom, Lu Sen intended for him to confess, thus nullifying the signed shares transfer agreement.

Enraged that his victory was slipping away, Li Jingcheng ordered his men to intercept them. Lu Sen fought valiantly, but outnumbered, he was vulnerable. Seeing an attack imminent, Shanshan instinctively shielded him, taking the blow and collapsing unconscious once more. As Lu Sen tried to drag Shanshan outside, Li Zhan burst in.

He had coerced a subordinate into revealing the factory's location, and now, armed, he threatened Li Jingcheng, demanding he cease his actions or face dire consequences, even threatening to take his own life to stop his father. Li Zhan tossed his car keys to Lu Sen, urging him to take Shanshan and flee. Lu Sen quickly put Shanshan into the car and rushed her to the hospital, gravely concerned about her injury.

Yang Shanshan regained consciousness in the hospital, feeling relieved to see Lu Sen by her bedside. Meanwhile, Fu Yang also awoke and was relieved to learn that Yang Shanshan and Lu Sen were safe. He noticed Kang Li'er's injured hand, which she sustained while protecting him. Kang Li'er tried to dismiss her wound, but Fu Yang insisted it be treated. Kang Li'er then told him, "Taking good care of yourself is the biggest concern you can show me. Got it?"

Fu Yang agreed. She fed him porridge and urged him to rest. Dr. Ou visited Yang Shanshan and apologized for his past harsh attitude and words. Yang Shanshan graciously accepted, understanding he acted out of concern for Lu Sen and that their perspectives differed. She expressed her surprise that Lu Sen publicly disclosed his illness for her sake. Dr. Ou reassured her, explaining that keeping the secret had burdened Lu Sen for years, and revealing it might be beneficial.

He added that Lu Sen never cared about public opinion. Dr. Ou, revealing himself to be Lu Sen's uncle, then thanked Yang Shanshan for helping Lu Sen overcome his emotional barriers, believing in genuine affection despite deception, and embracing the world, something he, as Lu Sen's uncle, had been unable to achieve for years. Yang Shanshan, surprised to learn he was Lu Sen's uncle, asked if Lu Sen had fully recovered.

Dr. Ou stated that observation was still needed, but Lu Sen's condition had fundamentally changed through recurrence and self-healing because his will to protect her emerged from within, allowing him to acknowledge his feelings for her and find strength in love and goodwill rather than focusing solely on negativity. When Lu Sen woke up and found Yang Shanshan's bed empty, he immediately went to search for her, fearing she might be captured again.

Dr. Ou observed that Lu Sen's allergy, which stemmed from distrust, was now different because he had found someone he could wholeheartedly rely on. Lu Sen found Yang Shanshan in the garden and, despite Dr. Ou's presence, rushed to embrace her. Dr. Ou discreetly left them alone. Yang Shanshan expressed concern about Lu Sen's injuries, but Lu Sen held her closer, admitting his heart ached because she was hurt.

He playfully remarked that a kiss wasn't "sweet enough," and they shared a tender moment. Yang Shanshan's Uncle arrived at the hospital, expressing his anger that she hadn't informed him about her accident. Yang Shanshan tried to reassure him, but her uncle warned her he would have taught her "a lesson!" if anything serious had happened. Lu Sen stepped in, taking responsibility for Yang Shanshan's involvement and apologizing for misleading her uncle about Yang Shanshan's whereabouts.

Her uncle sternly told Lu Sen to keep his "promise as a man" and ensured "this better not happen again in the future." He then presented Lu Sen with a sum of money, explaining it was a collection from neighbors to help cover the compensation costs for the information leak. Lu Sen was deeply touched and, after some hesitation, accepted it, playfully remarking, "I'll take it as if everyone bought the company shares."

Later, Lu Sen and Yang Shanshan reflected on the situation. Lu Sen asked her uncle about how it felt to lie, to which her uncle replied, "Not bad." Lu Sen suggested that sometimes, "we lie to protect the ones we love." Her uncle agreed, feeling that in such moments, "the truth doesn't seem so important anymore." Lu Sen concluded that "Only the one I have in my arm right now is the most important."

News reports confirmed that Li Jingcheng, former director of IMU Group, was indicted for violating personal data and illegally restricting personal freedom. Lu Sen reassumed his role as chairman and immediately held a press conference to restore public trust. He addressed the recent turmoil and assured users that IMU Technologies would prioritize rare diseases, using technology to advance treatment, referencing Friday as a miracle.

He announced that for the next five years, IMU would continue supporting Dr. Fu Yang's Team Alpha in developing AI robots for emotional companionship, revealing their new generation of robots would be named "Orange." Lu Sen also introduced a new sub-brand focused on smart home products for a warm lifestyle, an idea inspired by the winner of this year's IMU Creativity Competition, Yang Shanshan, making her family proud. Li Zhan visited his father, Li Jingcheng, in prison.

Li Jingcheng sarcastically questioned Li Zhan's presence, remarking, "A son put his own dad in prison." Li Zhan informed his father that Lu Sen had reinstated his position at IMU. Although he initially considered resigning, he decided to stay and work for IMU to atone for the wrongs their family had inflicted upon the Lu family. This infuriated Li Jingcheng, who vehemently declared, "It's the Lu family, it's Lu Cheng and Lu Sen that did us wrong!"

Li Zhan then revealed the devastating truth: on the night of Lu Cheng's accident, he was actually trying to protect Li Jingcheng by helping him conceal a major corporate error, even arguing with Mrs. Lu about it. Lu Cheng had urged Li Jingcheng to resign and audited his accounts not to punish him, but to safeguard him from legal prosecution, offering his own money to cover the financial losses.

Li Zhan emphasized that Lu Cheng considered Li Jingcheng his "best friend, his closest brother up until his passing." Overwhelmed by the revelation, Li Jingcheng struggled to accept it, repeatedly muttering, "Impossible." The truth broke him, and he expressed deep regret, lamenting, "What did I do all these years? I will bear the consequences for my own mistakes. This is the punishment I deserve. I can't avoid it."

Li Zhan promised to wait for his father's return, saying, "Dad, I'll wait for you to come home." Yang Shanshan blindfolded Lu Sen and led him to a special place, asking him to "Walk forward a bit more. Open your eyes." It was a romantic setup where she planned to confess her feelings. Yang Shanshan admitted she had prepared it "A long time" ago, intending to confess before him, but unforeseen events delayed it.

Lu Sen, deeply moved, requested a hug. He then revealed that seeing her childhood photo helped him recall that she was the "little girl that hugged me and covered my eyes" during his parents' car accident. Yang Shanshan realized that he was the little boy she had saved. Lu Sen then declared that she was both the last person to hug him before his illness and the first to hug him after his recovery, reaffirming their profound connection.

Yang Shanshan then announced she had a gift for him and led a nervous Lu Sen into a room. There, under an orange tree, holographic projections of his parents appeared, looking as vibrant as ever. Yang Shanshan explained, "This is a present from me and Team Alpha," ensuring his parents could "be with you forever." The holographic mother even "spoke" to Yang Shanshan, who promised to take good care of Lu Sen. Deeply moved, Lu Sen embraced Yang Shanshan and placed a necklace around her neck. They confessed their love to each other, playfully debating who fell in love first.