Resumo do episódio 5 de Be Together
> Resumos de Be Together
Hao Jie visits Lin Hao's new office, immediately sending Xiao Jun away for water. She critiques the office's furniture, insisting Lin Hao needs the best equipment to impress clients, though Lin Hao expresses contentment with his current setup. They later share coffee from a downstairs shop, with Hao Jie subtly implying she’s refined his taste. Hao Jie observes Lin Hao's distraction and jokingly suggests he still harbors feelings for her, which he denies.
She inquires about his relationship with Xia Yan, and Lin Hao states it's "not bad," but they live separately and rarely see each other, though marriage is planned soon. Hao Jie then asks if he will cook his signature braised shrimp for Xia Yan. Lin Hao assures her he will not, calling it their "unique memory." After discussing work matters, Hao Jie brings up a past meeting Lin Hao missed, implying he was avoiding her.
She then reveals she nominated him for manager, expressing concern he might feel awkward due to their shared past, before finally disclosing that she got divorced yesterday. Meanwhile, Xu Chengyi questions Xia Yan about her proposal to reduce the number of talents from 50 to 30, suggesting 20 talents be cut by the graduation party. Xia Yan confirms her plan, which she submitted to Director Xue, noting it hasn't yet been approved.
She explains that based on training data and platform feedback, 50 talents are excessive. The remaining 30, chosen for their diverse styles and unique qualities, are sufficient, and more would be redundant. Regarding contracts, Xia Yan clarifies that only initial talent show agreements were signed, with further collaboration contracts intended post-program. She admits this initial condition requires her to explain the change to the talents.
Xu Chengyi, while praising her thorough report, provocatively suggests she's undermining her own previous efforts, implying she’s trying to indirectly remove a friend. Xia Yan maintains that her decision is purely professional and for the company's benefit. Xu Chengyi urges her to complete her plan and prioritize the graduation party, setting aside personal life.
Xia Yan asserts her ability to manage her personal life, but Xu Chengyi hints that "someone" in her life is a constant source of concern for him. Zhao Xiaolei encounters Fei Tianming, the man from her previous blind date, again at the bookstore. He invites her for coffee, and she expresses admiration for the bookstore's ambiance and unique ornaments. Fei Tianming reveals that he himself crafted the various handmade stationery items she admires.
Zhao Xiaolei is particularly captivated by a painted alloy forest, reflecting on how even ordinary materials like printing alloy, often constrained by rules, can be transformed into beautiful works, much like individuals navigating life's restrictions can still achieve greatness. Fei Tianming praises her profound interpretation. He then reveals that he owns both the bookstore and a development museum, offering her a membership card for discounts and access to his rare book collection.
He explains that seeing her deeply immersed in a book during their last encounter inspired him to theme his development museum's latest exhibit "Islands Scattered in the River of Time, Who Remain Unchanged in a Changing World," a concept he believes her temperament embodies, and he intends to operate the bookstore with her temperament as its theme. Zhao Xiaolei accepts the card.
At SG Technology, Xia Yan informs Han Shuang that she is among the 20 talents facing elimination, citing performance data. Han Shuang expresses outrage, reminding Xia Yan she joined as a favor. Xia Yan explains that while not explicitly stated, the contract allows termination for unmet evaluation standards. She points out Han Shuang's failure to meet the required five daily video posts, having posted fewer than ten in two weeks.
Xia Yan suggests Han Shuang, already a successful celebrity, might find an exclusive contract with SG burdensome, as the company seeks new talents with high potential. Han Shuang, unwilling to be outshone by new social media stars, offers to increase her posting, but Xia Yan states the decision is final. Suddenly, Cai Xin bursts in, angrily confronting Xia Yan about her own name on the elimination list.
Cai Xin argues she met all fan and posting requirements and accuses Xia Yan of favoritism towards Han Shuang. Provoked, Han Shuang reveals she is also fired and signs her termination papers in front of Cai Xin. Xia Yan tells Cai Xin there's a mistake on the list and she is not eliminated, asking her to return. Director Xue Ning then arrives, taking responsibility for Cai Xin's elimination.
Xue Ning explains that despite Cai Xin's hard work, she barely met fan requirements and lacked true potential. In contrast, Xue Ning praises Han Shuang, noting that despite her temper and lack of effort, her posts consistently garner significant retweets, making her a genuinely valuable talent. Xue Ning criticizes Xia Yan for not prioritizing the company's commercial interests, but acknowledges Han Shuang has already signed her termination.
Later, Han Shuang confides in her friends, expressing frustration about being eliminated from SG Technology despite her half-million Weibo fans. Xia Yan clarifies that Han Shuang’s independent nature made it difficult for her to adhere to the daily account maintenance required by an exclusive contract, emphasizing that the elimination was a directive from above. Han Shuang then asks if her flirtatious "trick" on Xu Chengyi failed and if he is now "taking advantage" of Xia Yan.
She directly asks if Xia Yan has a crush on him. Xia Yan firmly denies it, reiterating her commitment to Lin Hao and their upcoming marriage. She admits that after their initial negative encounter, she still feels a "thrill of fear" whenever she sees Xu Chengyi. Zhao Xiaolei, intrigued by the mysterious man, asks for his identity, and Ma Xiangnan reveals it's Xu Chengyi, Xia Yan's boss. Xia Yan invites Han Shuang to the graduation party.
Although initially resistant, Han Shuang changes her mind upon learning that Xu Chengyi will be present. At the graduation party, Xia Yan and her friends arrive. Han Shuang, upon spotting Xu Chengyi, decides to approach him. However, Xu Chengyi, seeing her, subtly directs Ma Ke to intercept her. Ma Ke introduces himself to Han Shuang, and they share a drink. Han Shuang attempts to leave, but Ma Ke playfully tries to keep her engaged.
Ma Xiangnan then steps in, formally introducing Ma Ke as her colleague to Han Shuang and Zhao Xiaolei. This distraction allows Han Shuang to slip away and search for Xu Chengyi, only to find he has already taken the stage to deliver a speech. Xu Chengyi expresses his gratitude to everyone, particularly the talents, whom he declares are the stars of the night as SG partners.
The host then announces an interactive segment where SG employees can send screenshots of their NetEase Music app levels to determine who performs with Xu Chengyi. Director Xue Ning, confidently expecting to win, is visibly stunned when the results are announced: Xu Chengyi and Xia Yan have tied for first place. Xia Yan is called to the stage, where she humbly states she is not a good singer.
Xu Chengyi, recalling from her resume that she plays piano, suggests she accompany him while he sings. His soulful performance, with Xia Yan on piano, captivates the audience. Employees are moved by his singing, with some expressing envy for Xia Yan’s position next to him, though they acknowledge that Director Xue Ning is known to have a crush on Xu Chengyi, making him "off-limits." After their performance, Xu Chengyi formally introduces Xia Yan as SG Technology’s newest team member.
He commends her dedication to the Talent Project and the graduation party, acknowledging her significant sacrifices for the operations department. He then announces her immediate regularization, making her a full-time employee ahead of schedule. This unexpected promotion visibly shocks and displeases Xue Ning, who promptly exits the event. As they descend from the stage, Xu Chengyi maintains his hold on Xia Yan's hand, prompting her to express concern about potential misunderstandings. Xu Chengyi, however, dismisses her worries.
Xia Yan then plainly states that she has a boyfriend and is on the verge of getting married. To her astonishment, Xu Chengyi directly advises her to "break up with him," asserting that her current partner doesn't deserve her and she has superior options. Confused and slightly perturbed, Xia Yan cryptically suggests he educate himself by reading "The Story of Gathering Wheat."
Observing their seemingly intimate conversation, Han Shuang intervenes, asking Xu Chengyi if he's available to chat, providing Xia Yan an opportune moment to depart. Zhao Xiaolei and Ma Xiangnan approach Xia Yan, congratulating her on her early regularization. Noticing Xia Yan’s discomfort, they inquire about her conversation with Xu Chengyi. Xia Yan reveals that Xu Chengyi boldly told her to break up with Lin Hao. Her friends are shocked, deeming his suggestion outrageous and questioning his motives.
They connect this to Ma Xiangnan’s earlier suspicions, suggesting Xu Chengyi’s early regularization of Xia Yan and his initial recruitment of her might be part of a calculated plan to test her limits. Concerned about potential harassment, they urge Xia Yan to be cautious, document any incidents, and inform Lin Hao, believing he could provide a solution. Xia Yan reassures them she will consider their advice.
Han Shuang engages Xu Chengyi in conversation, telling him she has never met a man quite like him. She observes a similarity between them, suggesting they both project an image of strength while hiding behind "masks." Xu Chengyi acknowledges her perceptive "analysis." Han Shuang further details her own public persona as an independent, flirtatious woman who enjoys romance but shies away from long-term commitments, explaining that her pursuits are always driven by genuine attraction, albeit to varying degrees.
She then applies her analysis to Xu Chengyi, describing his ambiguous humor and apparent conceit as mere facades, beneath which lies a yearning for traditional love that he sometimes fears. She warns him that prolonged masking can make genuine expressions of affection seem insincere. Xu Chengyi is impressed by her insights, asking if she’s a psychologist.
Han Shuang clarifies her primary goal is survival, while her secondary passion is "studying men," asserting her resilience against his deceptions and her lack of fear towards him. Xu Chengyi commends her expertise. Han Shuang then challenges him, asking if he understands women. After a brief back-and-forth, she provocatively asks what she would do to him once he was drunk. Xu Chengyi, intrigued, states he "looks forward to it."
Later, Xia Yan and her friends realize both Han Shuang and Xu Chengyi are nowhere to be found and become very anxious. Han Shuang then sends Xia Yan a message suggesting she has taken Xu Chengyi away to get a room. Concerned, Xia Yan and her friends immediately try calling Xu Chengyi, who doesn’t answer. They then reach Han Shuang, who assures them she is fine and that Xu Chengyi has already left.
