Episode Guide
Episode 1: The Mundane Life of Ordinary People
Full-time mom Shen Lin wakes up early to take care of her husband Na Wei and their two children, rushing around to manage their meals and needs. She wakes her daughter and calls for her husband, while the baby cries in the background. The daughter envies Shen Lin for being able to stay at home and play all day. In response, Shen Lin mentions looking for a job, but Na Wei, accustomed to her saying this, brushes it off casually. >>read more
Episode 2: Ep2
In Episode 2, Shen Lin receives a call for an interview at a company she applied to and schedules it for tomorrow at 10 AM.Meanwhile, Xie Mei Lan secretly goes to the hospital for a check-up, where the doctor confirms she is six weeks pregnant and can register for prenatal vitamins and check-ups However, Xie Mei Lan shows no signs of happiness and seems deeply troubled >>read more
Episode 3: Crisis in a Stable Situation
In Episode 3, Shen Lin drives the new car that Na Wei bought to a class reunion, feeling quite impressive. Old classmates greet each other with pleasantries, exchanging compliments while wearing forced smiles. Li Xiao Yue and Na Juan go camping together; Li Xiao Yue enjoys taking photos as they walk, while Na Juan tends to worry and plan everything. >>read more
Episode 4: The Boss's Unexpected Decision
After leaving Na Wei's house, Li Xiao Yue criticized Na Juan for her condescending attitude and tendency to play the teacher. Na Juan, in turn, suggested that Li Xiao Yue should consider switching jobs, as Wang Ruizhi's company might not survive. They debated this, with Na Juan accusing Li Xiao Yue of lacking a sense of urgency. >>read more
Episode 5: Strain in the Couple's Relationship
In Episode 5, when Na Wei returns home, Shen Lin anxiously asks about the outcome. Na Wei looks dejected, leading Shen Lin to mistakenly believe that Qin Lingling is going to fire him for no reason. She begins to rally behind her husband, insisting that she can mediate with Qin Lingling. When Na Wei sees her so worked up, he admits that his position and stock options remain unchanged. >>read more
Episode 6: When She Spoke Too Harshly, His Wife Left
In Episode 6, that evening, Shen Lin was having dinner at home while chatting with Lao Na about Shen Lei's situation, mentioning that Shen Lei needed to borrow money. Lao Na had no objections, but he was worried about the unpaid debt from Zhao Pengju and didn’t want Shen Lin to notice, so he retreated to his room. >>read more
Episode 7: Crisis Forces People to Work
In Episode 7, Na Wei and Na Juan split up to search for Shen Lin, while Li Xiao Yue stays home to take care of their two children. While she is preparing formula for her younger brother, their daughter uses a laptop to call Shen Lei, complaining that Na Wei scared Shen Lin away.Shen Lei tries to call Shen Lin, but she hangs up on him. Na Wei and Na Juan feel lost, having no idea where Shen Lin might be, and Na Wei doesn’t dare tell Shen Lei about the situation. They consider driving to Shen Lin’s hometown, but Na Juan warns that if Shen Lin hasn’t gone home, their search will be obvious. Meanwhile, their daughter pretends to cry while their son is genuinely upset. Li Xiao Yue sends a video of the crying kids to Shen Lin but receives no response. >>read more
Episode 8: Marital Tensions
In Episode 8, Qin Feng surprisingly had a bed moved directly into the office, making it feel like home. Qin Lingling, on the other hand, didn’t budge an inch. Everyone in the company, from the senior veterans like Yan Na and Jiang Shan to the regular employees, seemed frozen, unable to move. >>read more
Episode 9: Mei Lan Receives a Heartfelt Gesture
In Episode 9, Shen Lin chats with Xie Mei Lan and learns that she had an abortion because Shen Lei lacks ambition. While others in their workplace are actively seeking recognition from their superiors, Shen Lei is indifferent to maintaining relationships. Despite having a stable job, his future seems stagnant, and he shows no desire to improve himself. >>read more
Episode 10: Ep10
In Episode 10, Qin Ling Ling and Qin Feng finally made it to the end of their workday, with everyone else in the office rushing to leave, eager to escape.On the way home, Li Xiao Yue was visibly upset because Na Juan had ended their werewolf game too early, leaving her feeling frustrated Fortunately, a few comforting words from Na Juan lifted her spirits >>read more
Episode 11: Divorce and Breakups Together
In Episode 11, Shen Lei's actions tonight deeply disappoint Xie Mei Lan; she never expected him to be so despicable. Shen Lei questions whether the 100,000 yuan was borrowed from Lu Jie, and Xie Mei Lan not only admits it but reveals it was actually 400,000. To Lu Jie, this amount is insignificant, but it puts Xie Mei Lan in his debt. >>read more
Episode 12: ep12
In Episode 12, it's nighttime, and Lao Na talks to Shen Lin about Li Xiao Yue's decision to decline a promotion and raise..Shen Lin understands her perspective; after all, Xiao Yue is young and capable, which gives her confidence In contrast, Shen Lin, in her forties, feels reliant on Hu Hai Li for her current job >>read more
Episode 13: Shen Lei's Absence
In episode 13, Shen Lin's back injury isn't severe, but she knows deep down that Jia Yongwang's actions were wrong. She cleverly uses this situation to remind him not to bother Hailey anymore, and the matter is peacefully resolved. Meanwhile, Shen Lei is out drinking to cope, watching others play basketball, which stirs up bittersweet memories of college. He recalls how Xie Meilan always cheered him on from the sidelines, and the nostalgia brings him to tears. >>read more
Episode 14: Shen Lei's Disappearance Worries His Sister
In Episode 14, Shen Lei has gone missing and is staying in a random hotel room alone. As he lies on the bed, memories of the sweet moments he shared with Xie Mei Lan flood his mind, and he can't help but shed tears. The next day, he returns to a familiar place, only to find that the rack filled with locks is gone, just like his relationship with Xie Mei Lan—now a thing of the past. >>read more
Episode 15: Escaping the Noise for the Peace of the Mountains
In this episode, Director and Section Chief Wu inform Shen Lin and her husband Na Wei about Shen Lei's unauthorized absence from work. Upon hearing this, Na Wei quickly pleads for Shen Lei, suggesting that if he could just send a message, they could resolve the matter.Meanwhile, Shen Lei is like a headless chicken, wandering around on a train, moving from place to place without considering the worry he’s causing at home. His wife, Xie Mei Lan, keeps sending him messages, expressing that this chaos was never her intention and asking Shen Lei to think of Shen Lin and Na Wei. >>read more
Episode 16: Midlife Job Loss
In Episode 16, Shen Lei explores an old house. Although it's a bit rundown, the surrounding scenery is beautiful, and the annual rent is only two thousand dollars—a great deal. Plus, the supermarket owner has a way with words, and Shen Lei is immediately tempted, deciding on the spot to rent the place. He quickly texts his sister, Shen Lin, sharing a photo and reassuring her that he's doing well, so she shouldn't worry. >>read more
Episode 17: Double Job Loss and Setbacks
In Episode 17, the company decides to let Na Wei go, and Li Xiao Yue also chooses not to remain in an environment that makes her uncomfortable. To persuade Li Xiao Yue to stay, Qin Feng offers her an enticing deal—if she agrees to remain, she will be promoted to the position of Advertising Department Manager, with the potential to take over the entire Marketing Department in the future. This is undoubtedly a significant recognition of Li Xiao Yue's abilities. >>read more
Episode 18: Starting a Business in Midlife
In Episode 18, Na Wei arrived early that morning at the entrance of Shen Lin's company, waiting to pick her up after work. She seemed completely preoccupied. Shen Lin, unusually, left work early that day. As soon as she spotted Na Wei's expression, she knew something was off. However, both of them held back, acting like characters in a drama, not mentioning anything. >>read more
Episode 19: Boldly Moving Forward
In this episode, Na Juan returns home after work to find Li Xiao Yue busy making hairpins. She boasts that she might become a master craftsman someday, with her creations being highly sought after. Noticing Na Juan rubbing his eyes, she thoughtfully brings him eye drops and serves him soup. Seeing her caring nature, Na Juan suddenly feels a rush of affection and pulls her into the bedroom. >>read more
Episode 20: Setbacks at Work
In Episode 20, Shen Lin had just organized her workspace when she eagerly asked Administrative Assistant Xiao Zheng if she needed help, but Xiao Zheng politely declined. Not wanting to be idle, Shen Lin approached Manager Peng, who didn’t assign her any tasks right away but suggested she familiarize herself with the company’s policies. >>read more
Episode 21: Resignation and New Paths
In Episode 21, Shen Lin comes home from work to find her son crying. She comforts him, but her daughter complains about how late they get home, leaving her to go hungry. Shen Lin snaps at her daughter but quickly apologizes. The next day at work, Shen Lin takes the initiative to apologize to Peng Xinyi in the break room, explaining the situation and stating that her only goal now is to earn a living; she no longer has any workplace ambitions. Peng Xinyi smiles and agrees that the matter is settled. >>read more
Episode 22: Letting Go to Become a Postpartum Doula
In this episode, Shen Lin happens to pass by a domestic services center and, feeling curious, decides to step inside to inquire about job opportunities. The receptionist is surprised to see her, possibly thinking Shen Lin doesn’t look like someone genuinely seeking work. Quick on her feet, Shen Lin makes up a story about a relative wanting to work in Beijing, saying she’s just gathering information. >>read more
Episode 23: Deafness Becomes an Occupational Hazard
In this episode, Na Juan loses his hearing, and Li Xiao Yue insists on taking him to the hospital. However, in the parking lot, Na Juan insists on driving and shouts at Li Xiao Yue to stay away. Reluctantly, she hands him the car keys, and he accelerates straight into a pillar.Li Xiao Yue is startled, unsure of Na Juan's intentions. When Na Juan gets out of the car unscathed, he loudly instructs her to call the company and say he was in an accident on his way to work, which caused his hearing loss. Although Li Xiao Yue disagrees with his plan, she complies. >>read more
Episode 24: More Setbacks than Hope
In Episode 24, after hearing Shen Lin's reasons, her mother-in-law not only doesn’t feel ashamed that Shen Lin is training to be a maternity nurse, but instead feels sympathy for her. After all, Shen Lin used to be taken care of by others, and now she has to take care of someone else, which naturally creates some emotional disparity. The mother-in-law expresses that no matter what job it is, as long as one works diligently, life will improve over time. >>read more
Episode 25: The New Mother is an Old Colleague
In Episode 25, there’s a meeting for postpartum caregivers. Shen Lin, one of the caregivers, feels anxious as she prepares to introduce herself alongside her peers. Looking at the employers in the audience, she feels like a commodity waiting to be picked. Her nerves increase as each caregiver meets with employers, and she worries that she won't be chosen, making her efforts seem pointless. >>read more
Episode 26: In Episode 26, Li Xiao Yue is seething with anger
She discovers that Mr Qi’s music store has blatantly copied their ideas and even deceived them by claiming to have found a cheaper partner To make matters worse, during the promotional campaign, they forgot to block her, which is how she uncovered the deceit Meanwhile, Na Wei is completely in the dark, treated like a transparent person by Mr Qi >>read more
Episode 27: Anxiety Intensifies
In Episode 27, Dong Zhiyong arrives with a crew to begin construction. Shen Lei learns that their construction permit has been approved and that Lao Ke has already signed off on it, making Shen Lei's objections futile. Frustrated, Shen Lei confronts Lao Ke, who appears helpless, leaving Shen Lei feeling unfairly treated. >>read more
Episode 28: Funding the Job
In Episode 28, Li Xiao Yue and her brother Na Wei rush to the hospital, where they find Mr. Lu and the HR director waiting for them. Their brother, Na Juan, is stubbornly refusing to tell the truth. Once the leaders leave, he quietly asks Li Xiao Yue to help him get an appointment with the psychiatrist, specifically requesting the same doctor as last time. >>read more
Episode 29: Slow Returns on Online Loans
In this episode, Shen Lei is troubled as he sees the old houses near the mountains undergoing renovations. His vegetables have just matured, and his succulents are thriving, but he faces a tough decision. Dong Zhiyong visits Lao Ke, half threatening and half persuading him, and Lao Ke agrees to go up the mountain to convince Shen Lei to leave. >>read more
Episode 30: Resolving Conflicts Among the Older Generation's Children
In Episode 30, Shen Lin receives a call from Manager Wu about a job opportunity at 2 PM, and she immediately agrees to go for the interview. Just as she is about to leave to take care of her child, her wrist starts to hurt badly. Na Wei, concerned for her, takes her to the hospital, where the doctor diagnoses her with tenosynovitis, advising her to rest and avoid heavy work—otherwise, she might need surgery if it worsens. >>read more
Episode 31: Reluctantly Moving
In episode 31, after a few drinks, Na Wei let Shen Lin drive them home. He was dissatisfied with the advice given by his two cousins, but Shen Lin believed that moving to Yanjiao might be their best option right now. Once they arrived home, Shen Lin started looking up rent prices in Yanjiao and was pleasantly surprised to find that it was just over 2,100 yuan, which seemed reasonable to her. >>read more
Episode 32: Switching Careers to Sell Braised Dishes
In episode 32, Brother Zhiguo shows his warm-hearted nature by helping the Shen Lin family with their moving process, even bringing over some food. At the dinner table, he reiterates his old advice, saying that in today's world, as long as one doesn't mind the hard work and can set aside their pride, it's definitely possible to make a living. Na Juan smiles and agrees outwardly, but inwardly, she doesn’t feel the same. She secretly texts Xiaoyue to finish her meal and leave quickly, wanting to avoid the conversation. >>read more
Episode 33: Business Struggles and Underhanded Tactics
On her first day selling food, Shen Lin has two brothers helping her shout out to customers, along with her mother-in-law by her side. She puts aside her pride to join in, and customers gradually come to buy her marinated goods, enjoying the flavors. Seeing this, Shen Lin sends her mother-in-law home, worried about the two kids at home. >>read more
Episode 34: Selling Marinated Delicacies Together
As soon as Brother Zhiguo arrived, Shen Lin quickly woke up Na Wei, who had gotten completely drunk the night before. Brother Zhiguo intended to discuss some matters from the big market with Na Wei, but instead, Na Wei suggested that Shen Lin should stop selling marinated snacks at the market. >>read more
Episode 35: Breaking Up Due to Conflicting Values
In Episode 35, Shen Lei decides not to return to Beijing and instead will go to the mountainous region of Guangxi to teach. His parents don't understand, especially his father, who is very upset. His mother is perplexed and feels that it's a waste for a graduate student to go teach. She later tells his father that when their son returns, they should help him find a path at home; he absolutely cannot go teach. >>read more
Episode 36: Old Hu You Comes to Persuade Again
In episode 36, Lao Na is delivering food when he unexpectedly runs into an old friend, Lao Qian, in Yanjiao. Lao Qian has opened a beauty salon and is busy trying to make the business legitimate, even doing deliveries himself. After chatting for a bit, Lao Na gives Lao Qian a flyer to help promote his friend Shen Lin's snack shop before leaving. >>read more
Ending 37: Finally Reclaiming 800,000
In Episode 37, Shen Lin felt like her heart was racing like a rabbit after hearing Wang Ruizhi's words. She couldn't take her eyes off Na Wei, fearing he might be swayed by Wang's persuasive talk and get lost in some unrealistic entrepreneurial dream. That evening, Shen Lin could no longer hold back and asked Na Wei what he was really thinking. >>read more
