Meeting You Loving You Episode 4 Recap
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Su Zhinian accompanied Song Qingchun to the company, intending for her to attend the shareholders' meeting as CEO and embrace her father's legacy to save Huateng Land. When she expressed doubt about facing all the shareholders alone, he challenged her confidence in managing Huateng Land, suggesting she stop if she lacked it and not waste everyone's time. Song Qingchun retorted that she was indeed confident.
Su Zhinian then discreetly gave her a hidden earphone, reminding her that the continuation of their contract depended on her successfully performing her role as CEO. This interaction, particularly his proximity while placing the earphone and brushing her hair, gave Song Qingchun an unexpected sense of security and resolve, though she couldn't quite explain the feeling. Song Qingchun took her seat as CEO, drawing surprised glances from the shareholders.
Mr. Li, who had previously pushed her into the spotlight at a press conference, immediately questioned her suitability, suggesting the company needed a professional manager, not merely a host, and explicitly asking how she could be the company's General Manager. He stated that while they respected her father's wishes, managing a company was more complex than hosting a show, and other directors echoed his sentiment.
Song Qingchun firmly responded, stating she wouldn't joke with her father's hard work, asking how he could judge her lack of professionalism without an examination, and implying that since he had publicly supported her at the press conference, he should continue to back her even more now. Cornered, Mr. Li affirmed his full support but challenged her to present a solution for Huateng Land's current difficulties. Song Qingchun proposed rebuilding the Branding Department.
This was met with immediate skepticism from the shareholders, who pointed out that the Branding Department was a costly endeavor, and Huateng Land was currently short on funds. They suggested focusing on other departments like Public Relations or Marketing instead. When Song Qingchun struggled to respond, Su Zhinian immediately stepped in, prompting her through her hidden earphone.
Song Qingchun elaborated on her plan, explaining that reshaping Huateng Land's brand image was crucial to attracting external capital and converting brand value into funds. She emphasized that since most of Huateng's existing cash flow was tied up in projects, outside investment was the only way to overcome their current challenges and ensure future project completion, noting that Huateng's total assets would not exceed 300 million if liquidated by current methods. Song Qingchun's speech successfully persuaded the directors.
She announced her intention to personally lead a new brand team and pledged that the shareholders could evaluate their progress after one month. After the meeting, Su Zhinian expressed satisfaction with Song Qingchun's "acting," noting her ability to mask her fear. He warned her that her public pledge to rebuild Huateng's brand meant she would be very busy. Song Qingchun then requested the second round of funds be transferred.
Su Zhinian agreed, informing her that starting that day, she was Huateng Land's Executive CEO, and her actions would reflect both Huateng and Geiger Capital's shared image and interests. He announced his intention to start working at Huateng from the next day, residing there as a company partner and consultant, with the authority to supervise and evaluate Song Qingchun's abilities, and to ensure compliance with the contract and company rules, including punctuality and meeting attendance.
When Song Qingchun asked if he would be there daily, he clarified his role was to frequently come to monitor and inspect, stating that if her performance at Huateng was unsatisfactory, he would withdraw his capital, as he also had responsibilities to his shareholders and employees. Song Qingchun, annoyed but unable to object, affirmed her awareness of her responsibilities. Su Zhinian then challenged her to begin by building her brand team, eager to see how she would take charge.
After her initial success in team building, Song Qingchun found herself unable to choose suitable personnel for the new Branding Department due to her unfamiliarity with their skills. She sought help from Zheng Hao, her father's assistant, but he admitted he wasn't very familiar with other department employees beyond playing games with them. Observing him playing "Dahua Xiyou," Song Qingchun, a veteran player herself, realized the company's gamers were not very skilled and often got trampled.
Seizing an opportunity, she decided to lead a team through gaming. She instructed Zheng Hao to post an announcement for a "clan war" against the clan that had "trampled" them the most, and to recruit staff for posters and copywriting from the company's "clan group." She aimed to gather intelligence on their opponents and publicize the event across the entire game server.
Upon Song Qingchun's return to Su Zhinian's residence with pizza, he immediately declared a new rule: no smelly food in the bedroom. When she protested that this wasn't in their contract, he simply stated, "There is now." Citing the legal principles he'd made her study, Song Qingchun argued that any contract modification required mutual consent, which would be difficult for them to achieve.
Su Zhinian then proposed a game of Monopoly: the winner could add or remove any clause from their contract. Song Qingchun, confident in her gaming skills and good luck, accepted. Despite her initial bravado, Su Zhinian won the game, attributing her loss to poor management of cash flow and a lack of consideration for competitors' strategies, drawing a parallel to the business world where one must consider external environment changes and internal departmental operations.
Accepting defeat, Song Qingchun asked about the new clause. Su Zhinian reiterated his rule about not eating in the bedroom, explaining his dislike for junk food smells. He then advised her that while they cooperated well that day, he wouldn't always help her and she needed to grow and take control of her team and keep it in her own hands, especially now that Qin Yinan had returned.
Song Qingchun, annoyed, agreed to his terms and was instructed to clean his room after her meal. Song Qingchun took Qin Yinan to a noodle shop, the same one where she and Su Zhinian had previously shared a meal. She introduced Qin Yinan to Wang Jiulong, the younger brother of the owner, Da Wang, who now ran the shop. They ordered their usual—one bowl without coriander for Qin Yinan and one with extra coriander for her.
Qin Yinan commented on the shop's new decor and mentioned that he often thought of their past when he came there. He then inquired about her working relationship with Su Zhinian, asking if he would be a permanent fixture at Huateng or just a periodic visitor. Song Qingchun explained that Su Zhinian would be frequently present for the first three months due to his significant investment.
Qin Yinan then suggested they visit Uncle Song (Song Qingchun's father) after dinner and invite Su Zhinian along, but Song Qingchun quickly declined. During their meal, Qin Yinan suddenly clutched his stomach in pain. Song Qingchun, concerned, asked what was wrong, and he explained it was an old issue, likely due to skipping lunch. She insisted that if the pain continued, they should go to the hospital. Yan Yuan's attempt to arrange a basketball game with Su Zhinian was rebuffed.
Later, he called Cheng Qingcong, who was working overtime, to inquire about Su Zhinian's recent busyness, noting that if it was just work, Su Zhinian shouldn't be so impatient with his best friend. Cheng Qingcong, misinterpreting his concern as jealousy over Song Qingchun, advised him to speak to Su Zhinian directly and give him some space, but Yan Yuan dismissed her understanding.
Meanwhile, Su Zhinian saw Song Qingchun's social media post about her noodle dinner with Qin Yinan, which further soured his mood. When Song Qingchun returned, Su Zhinian confronted her, expressing his displeasure. He criticized her proposal for barely scoring 60 points and her "terrible" execution, accusing her of leaving work early for dates instead of focusing on Huateng Land's recovery, and acting indifferently like a regular employee.
Song Qingchun, taken aback by his sudden irritation and wondering what was wrong with him, confidently promised that with her and her team's execution, their plan would score at least 80 points. Separately, Cheng Qingcong's microwave broke, and she was surprised when her housing manager informed her that the landlord, unbeknownst to her, would not only cover the cost but also send a new one with instructions. Su Zhinian and Song Qingchun visited an orphanage.
Su Zhinian questioned Song Qingchun's choice of this particular orphanage, as its new decor and equipment didn't suggest a lack of supplies, and also her decision not to invite media, fearing it might look like a publicity stunt. Song Qingchun explained that it was Jiangli City's oldest orphanage, recently renovated by donations and only just moved there. She added that Huateng Land's excessive media exposure had already caused public dissatisfaction.
Instead, she had invited her friend Tang Nuan, a journalism student working on a documentary, to create special reports about Huateng Land. Qin Yinan, acting as Director Qin, and Zheng Hao were also present, helping out with preparations. When Su Zhinian took Song Qingchun to meet the director, they found her looking at old photos.
The director pointed out a picture of a young Su Zhinian with Yan Yuan, describing Yan Yuan as being "like a little tail" constantly sticking to Su Zhinian when he first arrived at the orphanage, a dynamic that Su Zhinian noted hadn't changed much. The director then praised Su Zhinian's continued kindness to the orphanage children over the years and remarked that Song Qingchun, young and beautiful, seemed a good match for him, urging her to seize the opportunity.
Su Zhinian then introduced Song Qingchun as Huateng Land's General Manager and the event organizer. The director welcomed Song Qingchun, highlighting her kind heart, which she likened to Su Zhinian's passionate and helpful nature. While helping a child piece together Legos, Song Qingchun discovered that the broken Lego she’d seen earlier belonged to the child and had been given to Su Zhinian, making her realize its sentimental value to him.
As the performance was about to begin, the makeup artist was late. Su Zhinian suggested Song Qingchun step in, and she happily helped the children with their makeup. However, when it was time for the "little witch," Apple, to get ready, she was nowhere to be found. Everyone frantically searched, with Su Zhinian and Song Qingchun eventually locating her hiding in the warehouse. Apple tearfully confessed she didn't want to perform.
Song Qingchun tried to comfort her, offering to teach anyone who bullied her a lesson and assuring her it was okay not to perform. Su Zhinian then gently approached Apple, sharing his own childhood struggles with loneliness. He revealed that he, too, used to hide alone in a corner, simultaneously fearing people approaching him yet desperately wishing for someone to reach out and offer friendship.
He recounted how he waited for a long time until one day, someone held his hand and seriously told him they wanted to be friends. He admitted that they fought and had conflicts, but to this day, they remain best friends. Su Zhinian extended his hand to Apple, asking if he could have the honor of becoming her best friend. His heartfelt words resonated with Apple, giving her the courage to decide to participate in the performance.
