Sweet Games Recap, Plot, Synopsis

Sweet Games Synopsis

Former campus belle An Ran, in order to attract investment, disguised herself as a "winner in life," but was miserably exposed in front of others... Heartbroken, An Ran drinks heavily and by chance, she ends up in a "one-night affair" with her debt-collecting landlord Yan Yue, who is six years her junior. Not long after, she discovers that Yan Yue is not only a major star in the voice acting industry, known as Hei Sha, but also the next project collaborator brought in by her business partner Hu Yingjun. However, Yan Yue never reveals his identity as a voice actor to outsiders.

After experiencing a series of ups and downs in the entrepreneurial journey, An Ran's gaming company gradually flourishes. Previously hurt in matters of the heart, An Ran finds companionship and healing in the everyday playfulness with Yan Yue. Over time, they start to allocate time and energy to confront their feelings for each other.

Suddenly, a public opinion crisis emerges, forcing the two into a dilemma between love and career. In the end, while holding onto her passion for the gaming industry, An Ran helps Yan Yue overcome his fear of confrontation, gradually maturing. Hand in hand, they navigate challenges and propel their beloved career even further.

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An Ran, a 31-year-old woman, is a former campus beauty who has become an entrepreneur in a second-tier city. She's used to waking up an hour early to groom herself, taking showers in the morning, curling her hair, but often ends up feeling irritable. However, for her, being presentable is more important than anything else. Before meeting clients, she always feels a bit anxious and finds relief by putting her hands in a bag of rice to alleviate the stress. Her dream is to become a calm and composed person, even if it means pretending.

Outside, she pretends to be a strong woman, but when she's back home, she switches to a relaxed mode. She's a modern-day two-faced person, strong on the outside but chaotic on the inside. This year marks her third year in a zero-profit business, with her love life on hold. She's always proactive when it comes to challenges, except in matters of love.

A good opportunity isn't just about timing and circumstances; it's about suddenly realizing, at some moment, that you can create miracles. The miracle she wants to create this time is a love development game called "Fragmented Time Boyfriend," specifically designed for single women. She had a busy day, met several clients, but made no progress. In this world, dreams are abundant, but angels are scarce.

As the clock struck 23:00 in the evening, voice actor Heisha officially went online. His voice was always soothing, intertwining with people's earphones. Two seemingly unrelated individuals, however, quietly set the gears of destiny in motion one morning. An Ran woke up comfortably in her bed, only to be surprised to find a stranger in her home. And that man referred to her as "senior."

The story goes back to the day before. An Ran had a dispute with a moving company while she was moving, blocking Yan Yue's way home. Since the argument wasn't resolving quickly, Yan Yue ended up paying the moving fee for An Ran. When he turned around and saw An Ran's face, his heart seemed to stop beating, frozen in place. An Ran thought he knew her, but no matter how much she thought, she couldn't remember where she had seen this handsome guy. Later, An Ran found out that this handsome guy in front of her was not only her landlord but also her fellow alumnus.

Coincidentally, the next day was the alumni gathering. This kind of occasion was something Yan Yue usually avoided, but when he heard that An Ran would also be there, he cleared his schedule. Meanwhile, An Ran was introducing her game "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" to a client named Ms. Lan, but she encountered some difficulties. To make the client believe in her game concept, Yan Yue happened to walk by, and An Ran quickly reached out and held his hand, introducing him as her boyfriend whom she met after designing the game.

Seeing the talented and beautiful couple, everyone cast envious glances, even Mr. Lan became interested in An Ran. However, upon learning that she came from a small company, Mr. Lan's attitude did a complete 180-degree turn. An Ran wanted to catch up with Mr. Lan, but accidentally tripped and fell. The situation became quite awkward, but fortunately, An Ran's good friend Bai Mengyao appeared just in time to help her out of the situation.

Lately, nothing seems to be going smoothly for An Ran. She's already running low on balance just from a bottle of wine. Fortunately, Yan Yue has been with her, paying the bill and even drinking with her. An Ran got so drunk that she forgot her own front door password. Yan Yue, feeling helpless, had no choice but to take her back to his own home. He took care of An Ran throughout the night, and Yan Yue himself was nearly exhausted. After a comfortable hot shower, An Ran finally woke up.

A few years ago, An Ran met a group of colleagues at the company. They dreamt passionately together, faced setbacks together, and started a business together, experiencing ups and downs. But they remained optimistic, carrying ideals and passion, and made it to where they are today. An Ran knew that this wasn't just her dream alone. At thirty, with both career and love being challenging, she secretly vowed to prioritize her career. However, it seemed her career was not going smoothly.

The current office space was still provided by Hu Yingjun's mother. After Mrs. Hu inspected the office once, they started paying rent for it. For An Ran and the entire company, this was like adding insult to injury, but even so, An Ran was unwilling to give up. Fortunately, there's always a way when there seems to be none. A alumnus she met at a previous gathering, Boss Wang, suddenly reached out to her, saying there's an outsourcing project he wanted to collaborate on.

After a busy day, An Ran finally returned to her own little nest. She kicked off her high-heeled shoes and sank into the soft sofa, holding her beloved pillow, finally feeling a hint of life's pleasures. When she felt hungry, she ordered takeout and tuned into her favorite radio station for stories. And what she was listening to was Jiang Shan's radio program. Little did she know, her idol, Jiang Shan, seemed to be a touchy subject for her landlord's younger brother, Yan Yue.

To make the game more remarkable, Hu Yingjun specifically brought his friend, Heisha, to do voiceovers for the game. An Ran wasn't very familiar with this voice actor, but given the current situation, she had to give it a try. However, she never expected that Heisha was actually her landlord, Yan Yue. Helpless, An Ran had no choice but to collaborate with him. To show her sincerity, she openly declared herself his fan. But this lie was too outrageous, and Yan Yue easily saw through it with a few questions. However, An Ran did know the origin of "Heisha."

"Heisha" comes from the comic "Star-Crossed Lovers," where the knight is named Heisha. But, Yan Yue didn't seem satisfied with this answer. Yan Yue, with a serious expression, finished reviewing the project proposal and provided several modification suggestions. Though An Ran was not happy about it, for the sake of the project, she had to reluctantly promise to make the changes. Seeing An Ran trying hard to please him, Yan Yue suddenly became interested and agreed to cooperate, with the condition that An Ran must genuinely be his fan. To solidify her fan identity, An Ran diligently caught up on Pei Yin's works. Over time, she discovered that this seemingly arrogant youngster wasn't too bad.

Unconsciously, night had fallen. An Ran carefully reviewed the proposal and found that Yan Yue's suggestions seemed quite reasonable. Seeing that a heavy rain was about to come, An Ran urged everyone to go home quickly. She opened the ride-hailing app and was alarmed by the surge pricing. Helpless, she had to call Hu Yingjun, asking him to pick her up. Unexpectedly, what arrived was Yan Yue.

Early in the morning, An Ran woke Yan Yue up outside the door. After eating the steamed buns she brought, Yan Yue regretted it a hundred times. After getting ready, he walked downstairs and found An Ran already waiting. An Ran was a dedicated partner, so naturally, Yan Yue would cooperate with her and act as a dedicated client. However, An Ran's unintentional touch was enough to leave him preoccupied and unable to forget. Throughout the journey, An Ran was very chatty, talking non-stop. In the past, Yan Yue would definitely find this annoying, but this time, he fell asleep surprisingly.

Unconsciously, the car had stopped at the door of the studio. Here, An Ran saw her idol, Jiang Shan, and couldn't help but reveal a fanatical expression. Suddenly, Yan Yue felt a sense of crisis, quickly letting go of Jiang Shan's hand and ushering him away. Yan Yue suddenly remembered the time in the library when a gentle breeze lifted a bookmark from "Star-Crossed Lovers," revealing An Ran's handwriting. So, he named his signature as "Heisha," the "knight" that An Ran liked.

Perhaps everyone has such a person around them - in front of others, she wears one face, and behind their back, she wears another. In public, she portrays the image of a wealthy woman with no financial worries, yet behind closed doors, she haggles over every five cents like a stingy miser. But Yan Yue knows that every penny An Ran saves, in the end, becomes a daily expense on the company's books. If possible, Yan Yue would also like to fulfill some of An Ran's small wishes. So, for the sake of preparing a song for An Ran's game, he stayed up all night.

Early the next morning, An Ran was awakened by a message from Yan Yue. Seeing the music sample, An Ran couldn't contain her excitement and quickly got up to start the day's work. She waited downstairs for a while but still couldn't find a taxi. Coincidentally, Yan Yue passed by, and once again, she managed to catch a ride with him. On the way, An Ran was very attentive to Yan Yue, making him chuckle with amusement. Just when the atmosphere was becoming very friendly, An Ran unintentionally touched Yan Yue's sensitive spot "Jiang Shan." As a result, this little rascal put on a real "face-changing" performance in front of An Ran.

At the company, An Ran was full of enthusiasm, checking the results of her colleagues one by one. However, everyone's dark circles were almost worse than giant pandas', and An Ran felt distressed. She decided to hire another original artist. Unfortunately, the company's finances were strained, so Hu Yingjun had no choice but to once again request help from his mother. At the restaurant, Hu Yingjun tried his best, acted cute and spoiled, and offered full attention. But he was misunderstood by Bai Mengyao, who didn't know what was happening, as a scam artist trying to deceive a wealthy woman, disrupting all of his plans. Seeking revenge on the spot, Hu Yingjun scared off Bai Mengyao's date.

On that day, An Ran and Yan Yue met with Boss Wang, discussing the latest progress on the project. But Boss Wang seemed to have lost the gentlemanly demeanor from the alumni gathering night. He looked like a hungry wolf, ready to devour An Ran at any moment. An Ran could naturally see through Boss Wang's intentions, but for the sake of the project, for the sake of receiving the final payment, she could only grit her teeth and endure.

However, Yan Yue, who was nearby, was unhappy. He didn't understand why An Ran had to work with Boss Wang. An Ran could see Yan Yue's concerns and tried to comfort him, assuring him that she knew what she was doing. Seeing An Ran selling her soul for money, Yan Yue suddenly felt a bit dazed. Was she still the goddess-like person he knew? And there was someone else who shared this thought - Bai Mengyao.

To attract Bai Mengyao, An Ran specially showed her the photos of Hu Yingjun's achievements and revealed his family background. This approach indeed worked on Bai Mengyao, and she quickly agreed to come and help. But Bai Mengyao never expected that the "wealthy and handsome" Hu Yingjun, whom An Ran described, was actually the "con artist" she encountered that day. These two couldn't have had a more awkward first encounter, and Bai Mengyao also learned from An Ran that the wealthy woman was actually Hu Yingjun's mother. She recognized that Yan Yue was the "boyfriend" An Ran introduced at the alumni gathering. An Ran quickly explained that Yan Yue had just helped her out that day, and they were purely like brother and sister.

To make Yan Yue continue the cooperation, An Ran resorted to a bold move. She took out the comic "Star-Crossed Lovers" from many years ago, hoping to win his favor. But Yan Yue still didn't understand why An Ran insisted on working with Boss Wang. Was making money really that important? An Ran didn't answer directly; instead, she gave the book to Yan Yue and told him that the adult world doesn't offer choices, and she had to do this. Watching An Ran's dejected figure as she left, Yan Yue pondered deeply. He often thought of the first time he saw An Ran - she was so peaceful and beautiful, like an otherworldly fairy untouched by the mundane world.

I don't know when it started, but even the little things in life can remind An Ran of her neighbor, Yan Yue. One day, An Ran couldn't get the showerhead in the bathroom to work, so she quickly called Yan Yue, but he seemed to have blocked her number. Boss Wang called An Ran, explicitly naming Black Sand for the voice-over. Not only that, but Boss Wang had a lot of demands. However, due to the current financial situation of the company, they could only take on this project. No matter what, they had to grit their teeth and endure.

Seeing that Yan Yue was in a bad mood lately, Jiang Shan strongly suspected that he had fallen for a girl he liked. And he didn't hesitate to share his own years of dating experience. Young women like romance, mature women like warmth. Strong women are internally fragile and actually need care. Girls who seem weak on the surface are often stronger than they appear. So, no matter what kind of woman she is, she has her flaws, and to win her over, you need to understand her completely.

After waiting for a long time, Boss Wang still hadn't paid the final installment, but he kept making many demands for the new project. However, to reassure her teammates, An Ran could only put on a nonchalant front, displaying full enthusiasm to encourage them. She called Boss Wang, but he didn't answer for a long time. An Ran got frustrated, so she decided to go see him in person. However, after waiting for a long time, she still didn't see Boss Wang. His assistant claimed that he was in a meeting. An Ran wasn't willing to give up, and just then, Lan Jie also arrived. So, the long-absent Boss Wang finally appeared. An Ran didn't hold back; right in front of Lan Jie, she demanded the final payment. Finally, Boss Wang gave in and agreed to pay.

Yan Yue had been observing from the balcony for a long time and finally saw the light on next door. But just as he was about to put his hand on the doorknob, he suddenly couldn't figure out the reason he should go see An Ran. After thinking for a while, he found the rent receipt. Seeing that An Ran's ankle was scraped, he quickly went home to get some antiseptic, crouched down, and applied it for her. An Ran felt a bit embarrassed and said she could do it herself.

An Ran took the adhesive bandage, but due to low blood sugar and a fever, she almost fell backward. Yan Yue quickly protected her, pulled her up, and wanted to take her to the hospital. However, An Ran was concerned about her project and refused to go to the hospital no matter what. Yan Yue had no choice but to bring some fever-reducing medicine and sat beside An Ran. Seeing how diligently An Ran worked, Yan Yue couldn't help but smile. He thought back to that day, a gentle breeze blowing, the soft sunlight falling perfectly on An Ran's face. At that moment, his heart seemed to stop beating, and all he saw was An Ran's smile.

When An Ran couldn't hold on any longer, she went to her room to sleep, but Yan Yue didn't just sit idle. He went to the kitchen and prepared nutritious porridge for An Ran. He brought the porridge to An Ran's room and saw the Jiang Shan pillow on her bedside. Angrily, he threw it to the ground. An Ran woke up in a daze and tried to sit up, but she was still weak. Yan Yue quickly caught her from behind. An Ran felt a bit embarrassed and quickly thanked him.

After preparing breakfast for An Ran, Yan Yue also went out and bought a box of duck necks. On the way, he ran into Jiang Shan. Jiang Shan found it quite unusual that Yan Yue, who usually didn't like spicy food, would personally buy duck necks. There was only one possible reason – he was buying them for a girl he liked. Jiang Shan guessed and even thought that the person Yan Yue liked was Bai Mengyao, the one who had come to the company that day. Because of this, he even gave Yan Yue some advice. Yan Yue didn't want to argue, so he didn't refute it and just listened to Jiang Shan explaining how to win over his sister.

Jiang Shan told Yan Yue that when a girl liked a guy, she wouldn't eat duck necks. Doing so would damage her own image. Although Yan Yue said he didn't believe it, he still took Jiang Shan's words to heart. However, when he returned to An Ran's place, she was in the bathroom taking a shower. Yan Yue felt that it was inappropriate for him to stay any longer, so he left the duck necks and departed. But after returning home, Yan Yue regretted his decision.

Feeling of security is a very elusive yet concrete sensation. Specifically, the premise of a sense of security is having a safety line. Inside the line, there are no restrictions, while outside the line, there's uncertainty. The standards for this safety line vary, and for some, it might be peculiar. Fear of the dark may seem like a plot from an old romantic novel, but some people feel safer with light, safer when they don't see sharp objects, and safer when they can just throw away everything from the past. Once two strangers break through the safety distance, they become uncomfortable, especially in matters of emotions.

Jiang Shan and An Nan brought the project proposal for "Wan Bao Ge," which Boss Wang mentioned before, to the Tian Qi Culture Company. Yan Yue initially didn't want to pay attention, but after flipping through it for a while, he realized something was wrong. The plan on it was exactly the same as what An Ran did. To find out the truth, Yan Yue deliberately went to the Tian Qi Culture Company and planned to confront An Ran. However, it seemed that An Ran was facing some difficulties; Yan Yue tried calling several times but couldn't get through.

The last time Tian Xin went alone to work with Boss Wang, she unexpectedly encountered harassment. A naive girl like her had never encountered such a situation before, and she came back feeling disoriented. An Ran noticed something was wrong and approached her to find out what happened. It turned out that Tian Xin had experienced something unpleasant. Everyone was furious and decided to seek justice for her. They acted on it, each taking on specific tasks, all determined to bring justice for Tian Xin.

Meanwhile, Yan Yue found Boss Wang and coincidentally caught him harassing a young woman. This made Yan Yue even angrier. He approached Boss Wang, grabbed him, and questioned why he had plagiarized An Ran's proposal. However, Boss Wang showed no remorse and instead scolded Yan Yue for meddling, even rudely knocking off Yan Yue's earphones. Suddenly, Yan Yue's senses became blurry; he couldn't hear or see clearly. Just at that moment, An Ran and the others arrived in time. With An Ran's reassurance, Yan Yue finally regained his composure. He presented the evidence of Boss Wang's plagiarism and demanded immediate payment to An Ran, along with taking full responsibility.

This matter quickly reached Mr. Lan's ears, and he greatly admired An Ran's bravery, deciding to collaborate with her. Everything seemed to be heading in a positive direction, but then Pei Jun's sudden appearance shattered An Ran's newfound happiness. She didn't know how to face him, what to say to him; she just instinctively wanted to reject his touch. Pei Jun seemed to sense An Ran's discomfort and stopped, suggesting they meet again next time alone. An Ran didn't respond but gently tugged at Yan Yue's sleeve, sending him a distress signal. Yan Yue received An Ran's message, immediately put his arm around her shoulder, and let her lean on him. Then, in a very assertive manner, Yan Yue pulled An Ran along, walking directly past Pei Jun.

Later, Pei Jun found Bai Mengyao and directly told her that he wanted to win back An Ran and needed her help. In Bai Mengyao's eyes, An Ran and Pei Jun had always been a model couple, so the sudden breakup felt regrettable to her, and she naturally wanted to assist Pei Jun. As for An Ran and Yan Yue's relationship, it seemed to have grown distant due to the incident mentioned during the alumni gathering.

Mr. Lan had high hopes for the "Fragments of Time Boyfriend" project and gave An Ran a chance to propose it. However, voice dubbing was still needed. Hu Yingjun had approached Yan Yue, wanting to continue working with him, but An Ran seemed resistant. On this day, An Ran announced the proposal to everyone, and suddenly Yan Yue appeared, agreeing to collaborate. However, he had one condition: An Ran needed to have full control throughout the cooperation. An Ran had no choice but to agree. In the past, he could only watch as An Ran held Pei Jun's hand and walked away, but this time, he would never let go.

Although An Ran had long given up on fantasies about love, she couldn't help but anticipate its arrival when a long-lost flutter of the heart emerged. On this day, while An Ran was shopping at the supermarket, she unexpectedly saw Yan Yue. Almost as if her body instinctively responded, the moment she saw Yan Yue, An Ran quickly covered her face and crouched down, completely burying herself among the merchandise. Seeing Yan Yue head towards the checkout counter, An Ran finally relaxed and continued her shopping journey. However, at a certain corner, Yan Yue's face suddenly came into view.

Yan Yue asked An Ran why she was hiding from him. An Ran didn't answer directly but told Yan Yue that adults' matters shouldn't concern children. However, Yan Yue promptly grabbed her, acting so quickly as if to prove that he wasn't a child. Just when An Ran was at a loss, Bai Mengyao suddenly appeared and pulled An Ran away. She was a fan of the An Ran and Pei Jun "CP," so naturally, she couldn't just watch An Ran be with another man.

Later, Bai Mengyao also found Yan Yue, trying to dissuade him from liking An Ran. Bai Mengyao's words seemed to be like a silver needle, piercing deeply into Yan Yue's heart. On that day, Yan Yue was supposed to go to the recording studio for work, but he unexpectedly arrived late. Seeing the gloom on his face, An Ran, who wanted to console him, couldn't find the right words.

At night, An Ran enjoyed some barbecue alone at home, dancing along with the music; it was quite delightful. However, gradually, she began to feel bored. She called Hu Yingjun, asking him why guys suddenly started ignoring people. Hu Yingjun was gaming, just brushing it off with a "annoyed." But hearing that, An Ran felt even more upset. Helpless, she could only search online for answers. And all the opinions pointed to one thing: when a guy suddenly ignores someone, it means he's "annoyed."

On this day, why did Bai Mengyao play matchmaker between An Ran and Pei Jun, intentionally inviting An Ran to a restaurant under her name, planning to give her a surprise and Pei Jun a chance. Unaware, An Ran waited for a long time at the restaurant, only to be met by Pei Jun. She didn't want to continue this discussion, just wanting Pei Jun to say what he needed to say. Pei Jun started with an apology, then presented his thoughts with sincerity and a gentle tone. However, An Ran knew, the reason he came back to find her was simply because he got dumped by someone else.

An Ran didn't want to say much to him, so she got up to leave, but Pei Jun still held onto her. Memories of the past, those moments she had pleaded for him not to leave, suddenly flooded back, that time when he had left without a second thought, leaving an unforgettable silhouette in her memory. But now, An Ran was no longer that little girl begging him not to go. Her tone became somewhat impatient as she straightforwardly said she had nothing more to say. But Pei Jun still didn't want to let go. Just then, Yan Yue suddenly appeared and relieved the situation for An Ran.

Unknowingly, the two found themselves at the entrance of a closed gate, but An Ran didn't want to retrace her steps. Walking out through the gate, An Ran plunged into the darkness of the night, not knowing where she was headed. In the pitch-black night, Yan Yue and An Ran walked along a small path. An Ran suddenly showed signs of retreating, wanting to give up. However, Yan Yue extended his hand, letting An Ran hold onto it. An Ran gathered her courage and lightly placed her hand on Yan Yue's wrist. In the darkness where they couldn't see their fingers, Yan Yue's smile was like a gentle light, illuminating An Ran's frantic and nervous heart. Perhaps it was the warmth from Yan Yue's wrist that gave An Ran confidence, and her steps gradually became more confident. Finally, the bright streetlights appeared before them.

In a few days, it would be Jiang Shan's tenth anniversary since his debut, and to thank his fans, his studio had specially arranged a fan meeting. Jiang Shan wanted to invite Yan Yue to attend, but no matter how he persuaded, Yan Yue refused to agree. It wasn't until Yan Yue accidentally found out that An Ran would also be attending that he readily agreed.

Many times, people are hesitant to easily start a new love, not because they've forgotten the past, but because they fear the pain of separation once again. An Ran might have been touched, but she didn't dare to take that step easily. On the day of Jiang Shan's book club, An Ran covered her whole face tightly, afraid of being recognized. However, unexpectedly, she was still recognized.

As the book club came to a close, Jiang Shan decided to choose two lucky fans for a group photo on stage. And An Ran became one of those lucky fans. Amid the cheers from Yan Yue and the others, An Ran had to take off her sunglasses and mask. Due to their previous work-related interactions, Jiang Shan had always thought An Ran was a loyal fan of Black Sand, so when he recognized her, he introduced her to everyone as a fan of Black Sand. The audience started discussing, wondering when the little princess of the fan group, An Ran, had climbed over to Black Sand.

After the book club ended, the friends gathered around An Ran to find out the details. They speculated and guessed, surprisingly deducing that the neighbor's younger brother, who An Ran had mentioned in the group, was Black Sand. For a moment, the discussions almost overwhelmed An Ran. She didn't know how to explain, so she could only awkwardly smile.

In the recording studio, it was just An Ran and Yan Yue. An Ran was lying casually on the sofa, stretching lazily. But when Jiang Shan came in, An Ran immediately sat up straight, feeling restless. Jiang Shan sat down next to An Ran and suddenly mentioned wanting to drink bubble tea. Yan Yue felt a hint of crisis and the first thought that came to mind was to separate Jiang Shan and An Ran, so he asked An Ran to go out and buy it.

After An Ran left, Yan Yue, pretending to be a friend seeking relationship advice, asked Jiang Shan about matters of the heart. Jiang Shan was about to share his thoughts with Yan Yue when An Ran suddenly came back in. Jiang Shan quickly swallowed his words, looking kindly at An Ran. An Ran took out the coffee she had just bought and politely handed it to Jiang Shan. However, Yan Yue quickly grabbed the coffee, claiming he was quite thirsty. An Ran then offered the other cup of coffee to Jiang Shan, but once again, Yan Yue was quicker, not giving An Ran and Jiang Shan any chance to interact. Jiang Shan saw through Yan Yue's intentions and had no choice but to take the coffee and leave.

After their last encounter, Pei Jun had been trying to contact Bai Mengyao, hoping she could help arrange a meeting with An Ran. An Ran felt that this situation couldn't continue, so she decided to meet with Pei Jun to clarify things once and for all. An Ran told Pei Jun that she was actually grateful to him because his departure made her suddenly realize what kind of life she truly enjoyed. An Ran said everything she wanted to say, bid him a final goodbye, then picked up some barbecue skewers, leaving in a carefree manner.

The evening breeze gently blew through An Ran's hair, giving her a sense of tranquility she hadn't felt in a long time. After Yan Yue finished his livestream, he also came to the balcony and asked about what had happened with Pei Jun. An Ran told Yan Yue that when she was younger, she loved wholeheartedly, wanting to invest everything in her feelings, but it ended in a complete failure. In her thirties now, she seemed to have no way to accept another person, or to wait for someone else to accept her. For her, love was weighty, carrying it on her shoulders was a heavy burden.

After everyone's efforts, "Fragments of Time Boyfriend" was finally about to enter the final proposal stage. On this day, Lan Jie brought many gifts that everyone liked. But when An Ran opened her gift, she sensed that something was amiss. At that moment, Pei Jun called, asking if An Ran had received the gift. An Ran was somewhat annoyed and warned Pei Jun not to do such pointless things anymore. After hanging up the call, An Ran looked at the gift, getting angrier, and decided to give it to Bai Mengyao. While they were discussing this, Yan Yue suddenly walked in. An unnamed jealousy surged in his heart, and Yan Yue stubbornly proposed going on strike, causing An Ran frustration.

When An Ran was young, she thought that happiness was all about the bright and glamorous appearance, believing that this kind of love was real. However, she didn't realize that accommodating the wrong person would only lead to more exhaustion. Seven years ago, on a certain day, An Ran searched through her entire wardrobe and finally found a satisfying dress. After carefully dressing up, she planned to wait for Pei Jun in high heels. But just as she was about to leave, Pei Jun suddenly called to cancel the date. An Ran felt deeply disappointed, but could only force a smile and say "okay." And now, she has learned to face past hurts and vanities, admitting that she had misunderstood the essence of love. She suddenly realized that starting anew shouldn't be that difficult.

An Ran was working from home when the power suddenly went out due to unpaid bills. Helplessly, she reluctantly headed to Yan Yue's house. Yan Yue was very pleased and specially prepared a bowl of noodles for her. An Ran finished the noodles quickly but hit a bottleneck in the proposal. Subconsciously, she sat next to Yan Yue and asked for his opinion on the proposal. Yan Yue read through the text on the presentation slides and suddenly felt that something seemed off. Soft voices and ambiguous words lingered in the small space on the sofa. Both of them coughed a few times, then discreetly moved away from each other.

While An Ran was focused on editing the document, Yan Yue cautiously reached his hand behind her. He looked at the side of An Ran's face, and his thoughts went back to many years ago. That was the first time he saw An Ran. The breeze lifted wind chimes, making a tinkling sound. An Ran stood on tiptoe, like the gentle sunlight, gradually melting into Yan Yue's heart.

After who knows how long, Yan Yue was already lying on the sofa, fast asleep. An Ran carefully covered him with a blanket and decided to use his bathroom without asking. But somehow, she slipped in the bathroom. Her cry woke Yan Yue up, and he quickly rushed over to ask what happened. An Ran hurriedly said she was fine, and Yan Yue awkwardly walked away. Yan Yue sat on the sofa with a pillow in his arms, constantly swallowing saliva, looking extremely nervous.

Not long after, An Ran appeared in a pink towel, revealing her alluring bare skin. She gently adjusted the loose strands of hair in front of her face, seemingly toying with Yan Yue's heart. An Ran told Yan Yue that her home still had no power, and since he was already asleep, she took the liberty to use his bathroom. Yan Yue adjusted his emotions, trying to keep calm. He turned away, but all he could see was An Ran in an oversized T-shirt. Yan Yue felt embarrassed, as if he wanted to find a hole to hide in, and had to change the topic, asking how An Ran's injury was. Although An Ran said the wound wasn't severe, Yan Yue still got up to find some medicine for her.

On the day of the proposal meeting, An Ran's team was well-prepared and able to handle any questions from Pei Jun. Mr. Lan also grew to appreciate An Ran more, and he was very optimistic about the "Fragments of Time Boyfriend" project. However, Pei Jun was demanding, stating that he needed to see the internal test data, and the data must be above eighty percent. This data was a significant challenge for An Ran's team, but she was willing to accept the challenge.

After the proposal meeting, a few people had dinner together. Bai Mengyao couldn't figure out what had happened between Pei Jun and An Ran, causing them to be so confrontational today. With everything at this point, An Ran had nothing to hide, so she told Bai Mengyao about all the events from the past.

Back then, An Ran could be considered the school's gifted student. She introduced her works enthusiastically in front of everyone, radiating dazzling brilliance. But Pei Jun's appearance made her hesitate and become cautious. Initially, when they got together, An Ran felt happy. However, as time passed, An Ran suddenly felt that perhaps she wasn't the only one in Pei Jun's heart. And the reality proved that her suspicion wasn't baseless. Pei Jun left, went with another girl, taking her art and her soul. With Hu Yingjun's company and encouragement, An Ran finally emerged from that failed relationship. She regained the smile on her face, but it was no longer as confident as before.

Many years ago, everyone said An Ran was beautiful, but Yan Yue felt that she is even more beautiful now than when she was young. He couldn't wait to let An Ran know that compared to her appearance back then, he loves her current, heavily burdened soul even more. In a place where An Ran can't see, Yan Yue also wants to hold up the umbrella to shield her from wind and rain.

During the final sprint of preparing for the internal testing version, everyone was extremely busy, but they were more fulfilled and satisfied than ever before. With everyone's collective efforts, the internal testing finally officially went live. However, their hearts didn't relax, and they were even more anxious than during the busy days. An Ran messaged Yan Yue, filled with anticipation for the internal testing results. Seeing Yan Yue's encouraging emojis, An Ran became even happier and laughed heartily with her friends.

On the other end of the screen, Yan Yue made a decision - he was going to confess his feelings. When he first met An Ran, Yan Yue was curious why the former goddess had changed so much. Slowly, the new An Ran still made Yan Yue's heart race. Later, when An Ran said she didn't want to date, Yan Yue decided not to disturb her. But recently, he learned about many difficult and bitter things from An Ran's past, making him even more empathetic towards her. At this moment, he can't remain indifferent; he wants to protect her.

Yan Yue prepared a lavish dinner and dressed in a well-ironed suit, making himself look like a mature gentleman. When he heard the knocking on the door, he adjusted his attire and then contentedly opened the door. Seeing that it was the An Ran he had been waiting for, he couldn't control the smile on his face. Seeing the table full of delicacies, An Ran was pleasantly surprised, never expecting that this little rascal in front of her could cook Western food. The sight of the delicious meat was so tempting that An Ran dug in without hesitation. She suddenly noticed the suit Yan Yue was wearing and couldn't help but compliment him on how good he looked in it. Yan Yue blushed with happiness from the praise.

The atmosphere was just right, and Yan Yue was about to express his love to An Ran, but at that moment, news of the internal testing results came in. The data had reached 82%, and An Ran cheered and was overjoyed. However, Pei Jun called and poured cold water on the excitement, feeling that there were issues with the testing results. Despite the high praise rate being over 80%, the number of participants didn't meet the standard, so the internal testing results of "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" couldn't fully explain the situation. Finally, Mr. Lan decided to give An Ran a second chance. Pei Jun also suggested to An Ran that if they wanted to succeed with this game, they needed to focus on voice acting, and the best choice was Zhou Qing.

Although the test results were somewhat unsatisfactory, no one was willing to give up easily. If one attempt didn't work, then they'd try again. Everyone did their best and finally raised the popularity of "Fragmented Time Boyfriend," with the number of testers exceeding ten thousand. An Ran lay in the starry tent prepared by Yan Yue, dancing with joy. And the good news kept coming; the next morning, many voice actors openly endorsed "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" on social media, and even the hardest to invite, Zhou Qing, made an appearance.

An Ran thought this was the result of Hu Yingjun investing heavily, but she didn't expect it was actually Yan Yue's "simple effort." Touched, delighted, and satisfied, An Ran felt extremely happy at this moment. And the behind-the-scenes hand that caused this result, last night, watched others' confession clips and personally decorated An Ran's balcony, seeking no return.

People often use a hundred reasons that shouldn't be together to fight against that moment of heart-pounding, but they forget that love, in its essence, is about following the voice within oneself. Just like Darcy, braving the rain to chase after Elizabeth, telling her those three words, "I love you." Gathering the courage, pouring out the overflowing love from one's heart, regardless of the outcome, Yan Yue wanted to tell An Ran that she is the one he's chosen in his heart.

The number of participants has reached the target, and now it's all up to fate regarding the positive rating. Hu Yingjun saw that everyone had put in so much effort and let them go rest. An Ran also appreciated Hu Yingjun's efforts and decided to invite him for a drink. They both drank to their heart's content, and it was only then that Hu Yingjun remembered Yan Yue and Bai Mengyao. When Yan Yue arrived, An Ran was already so drunk that she couldn't think straight. Yan Yue also forgot that he was brought by Hu Yingjun to play the game, so he hurriedly sent An Ran back home. Bai Mengyao, arriving and seeing this scene, couldn't help but suspect that Hu Yingjun intentionally got An Ran drunk. As An Ran's good friend, she naturally wanted to seek revenge on Hu Yingjun.

The two got into the spirit of drinking and started talking about the past. Many years ago, Bai Mengyao was a girl who wore glasses, didn't know how to dress herself up, and lacked confidence in everything. Until one day, she saw An Ran's paintings at an art exhibition and met An Ran. An Ran had a friendly personality, and she and Bai Mengyao shared many common topics about painting. After just a few words, they became fast friends. From then on, the two were almost inseparable and often painted together. An Ran was like an elder sister, providing Bai Mengyao with lots of encouragement and help, helping her gradually regain her confidence and become the vibrant Bai Mengyao of today.

Meanwhile, Yan Yue had escorted An Ran back home. Looking at her sleeping face, Yan Yue couldn't help but remember the various experiences they had together in the past. The words "I like you" just slipped out involuntarily. Although An Ran didn't hear it, Yan Yue felt very content in his heart. The next morning, An Ran woke up in bed, feeling dizzy and overwhelmed. However, the words from Yan Yue the previous night were still echoing in her mind.

As she was thinking, there came a knocking on the door. An Ran got up to check, and to her surprise, it was Yan Yue. An Ran instinctively tidied up a bit before slowly opening the door. Faced with Yan Yue's invitation, An Ran seemed a bit at a loss, casually making up some words to brush it off. But Yan Yue realized that something seemed off with An Ran. He approached her and asked if she heard what he said last night.

An Ran snapped back to reality and quickly shook her head, saying she hadn't heard. But under Yan Yue's scrutiny, she felt a bit guilty and quickly lowered her head, avoiding eye contact. Yan Yue gently embraced An Ran's shoulders, making her face him. He looked into An Ran's eyes and solemnly told her that he likes her. As soon as he said the words, he turned and left, leaving a bewildered and unsure An Ran behind. If she said she wasn't moved, that would be a lie, but at this moment, An Ran truly didn't know how to respond to Yan Yue, nor was she sure if she should accept him.

Bai Mengyao had arranged to meet with An Ran and was open about her intention to pursue Hu Yingjun. Under Bai Mengyao's persistent questioning, An Ran also shared what happened last night. However, in her current state, she genuinely didn't know if she was moved, and she was afraid to easily accept a new relationship. However, at this moment, news came in that Yan Yue had been in an accident. An Ran received the message and rushed to the hospital, only to see a woman crying and yelling at the bedside. At that moment, An Ran felt like the entire world was about to collapse. But Yan Yue's voice suddenly sounded in her ears. An Ran disregarded everything and rushed toward Yan Yue, embracing him tightly, fearing that he might truly disappear.

It was also at this moment that Yan Yue understood An Ran's heart. He finally said those words, "I like you," clearly in front of An Ran. An Ran pondered for a moment, then decided to hold Yan Yue's hand, nodding in agreement.

After confirming their relationship, Yan Yue transformed into a "clingy husband" to ensure that she wouldn't slip away from his side. However, An Ran felt uncomfortable being stared at by him, making her uneasy all over. She opened Yan Yue's backpack and found that the headphones were severely damaged. This instantly made her nervous, fearing that Yan Yue might have been injured just like the headphones. But when she turned to look at Yan Yue, she found that he was still gazing at her. The joy and satisfaction in Yan Yue's eyes were almost engulfing her, leaving An Ran somewhat bewildered. She quickly stood up, preparing to go home.

Couples often find themselves in a period of silent yet restless waiting, savoring the palpitations of the moment, hesitating to initiate a kiss. Back at home, An Ran was lying comfortably on the bed, reminiscing about the passionate kiss they shared at the hospital. That kiss was fervent and sincere, causing her to toss and turn, unable to fall asleep. With little experience in matters of the heart, Yan Yue sought help online to find date ideas that mature women might enjoy.

In the efforts of everyone, "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" finally secured a continuous contract with Lan Sheng Company after internal testing. An Ran was overjoyed and quickly shared the good news with Yan Yue. As the company's boss, Hu Yingjun naturally smiled with delight and decided to organize a two-day team-building activity. Bai Mengyao's gossiping heart was burning with curiosity, urging An Ran to bring Yan Yue along. An Ran accepted the proposal and promptly invited Yan Yue. However, she reminded Bai Mengyao not to reveal the true nature of her relationship with Yan Yue. This invitation was solely in the capacity of business partners. While discussing this, Yan Yue suddenly appeared outside the company, planning to hold An Ran's hand as she finished work.

In the cramped car, An Ran was restless, constantly replaying the events of the day. During the day, Yan Yue's sudden touch had made her nervously retract her hand. An Ran was afraid and hesitant about Yan Yue's touch. This also left Yan Yue feeling uneasy. To break the awkwardness, An Ran took the initiative to ask Yan Yue why he suddenly decided to pick her up. But instead of answering, Yan Yue turned the question around, asking An Ran if she didn't want others to know about their relationship. An Ran hurriedly denied it, but in truth, she wasn't entirely sure of the answer herself.

Coincidentally, the car radio was playing a conversation between a girl and a radio host. The girl was asking the host why her boyfriend always kept his distance from her in front of others, even though they had been together for a week. This was the same question Yan Yue wanted to ask An Ran. Feeling awkward, An Ran tried to switch the radio station, but Yan Yue stopped her. This awkward atmosphere persisted until they arrived back home, where they encountered Pei Jun who came to pester An Ran. Perhaps Pei Jun's sudden appearance confirmed their feelings for each other, making them sure that they were right for one another.

On the day of their team-building trip, An Ran fell asleep in a daze. Worried that she might bump her head, Yan Yue disregarded the gazes of others and quickly moved closer to support her head with his hand. Upon reaching their destination, An Ran and Yan Yue had a heart-to-heart conversation, where she explained that she didn't mind going public but felt that their relationship should flow naturally. Upon hearing An Ran's explanation, Yan Yue suddenly felt relieved and accepted her advice. However, when night fell and everyone gathered together, An Ran openly revealed her relationship with Yan Yue to everyone.

Many times, life surprises you when you least expect it. People you thought would never cross your path again might reappear in your life in unexpected ways. So, cherish these rare gifts from life and treat each day as a commemoration.

After some twists and turns, the internal testing finally came to an end, and the official version of "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" was about to be launched. Amidst the joy, everyone's work continued without stopping. Due to a shortage of staff, An Ran arranged the project follow-up for the promotional video with boss Hu Yingjun. In order to matchmake a new couple, An Ran received hints from Bai Mengyao and had her join Hu Yingjun's project.

When interacting with the other party, Hu Yingjun always felt that something was off, but he couldn't pinpoint the issue. Bai Mengyao seemed to have become a mind-reader for Hu Yingjun, accurately grasping his thoughts and expressing them clearly using her own expertise. In that moment, in Hu Yingjun's eyes, Bai Mengyao seemed to radiate a golden light, with an added layer of admiration.

As a voice actor, Yan Yue was already a public figure. Moreover, he was currently participating in a variety show, which would likely earn him more fans after showing his handsome face to the public. Bai Mengyao couldn't help but remind An Ran to be cautious about Yan Yue and prioritize her own safety. Initially, An Ran didn't pay much attention, but she inadvertently overheard rumors from others. It was said that one of the contestants on the variety show was a fan of Yan Yue's, a nineteen-year-old girl, and there were even rumors that she was about to sign with Yan Yue's studio. An Ran's heart raced, and she quickly infiltrated Yan Yue's fan group to gather information.

After work, Bai Mengyao rushed into Hu Yingjun's office and dragged him out to play games. Unable to dodge, Hu Yingjun had to be pulled away in front of everyone. At the amusement park, Hu Yingjun immersed himself in the world of games. Bai Mengyao was diligently attentive beside him, showcasing her charm. However, an insolent person suddenly appeared, grabbing Bai Mengyao and speaking disrespectfully to her. Hearing the commotion, Hu Yingjun rushed over, paid the person off, and sent them away. Bai Mengyao's anger flared up, deeply disappointed in Hu Yingjun. She picked up her belongings and left in a huff.

Meanwhile, An Ran was on her way to a restaurant, preparing for a new date with Yan Yue. However, while en route, a business partner called to discuss a project. An Ran remained composed and answered their questions one by one. But before she could hang up, Hu Yingjun messaged her urgently, asking for 50,000 yuan. Feeling a bit lost at the moment, An Ran hurriedly sent 50,000 yuan to Hu Yingjun's account without investigating further.

After hanging up with her business partner, An Ran realized she hadn't asked Hu Yingjun why he was so urgently in need of the money. But she discovered that he had blocked her after receiving the money. An Ran's heart sank, and she quickly called Hu Yingjun, who seemed unaware of the situation. An Ran realized that she had been deceived. Overwhelmed by disappointment in herself, she felt like life was dark even though she had tried so hard.

Upon learning about the situation, Yan Yue comforted An Ran gently with soothing words, slightly calming her heart. An Ran asked Yan Yue where he learned his romantic skills, but he just smiled and didn't answer. Assertively, An Ran pinched his chin, making him face her. However, Yan Yue still didn't answer and even changed the topic, asking if An Ran was hungry. An Ran didn't press further, stood up to change her clothes, and waited for Yan Yue's culinary treat.

After a while, the aroma wafted over. An Ran eagerly approached and rested her head gently on Yan Yue's shoulder, wearing a satisfied smile. Though it was just a simple noodle dish, An Ran found it incredibly delicious and ignored the heat as she quickly put the noodles in her mouth. With the atmosphere right, Yan Yue quickly took out a necklace and placed it on An Ran. Naturally, their warm lips pressed together. However, at that moment, the door suddenly opened, revealing Yan Yue's mother standing at the doorway.

People always think they can handle everything in love, but in reality, there will always be unexpected things that disrupt the situation, leading events in an uncontrollable direction. Right now, An Ran was lurking in the Black Sand fan group. Inadvertently, she witnessed Black Sand engaging in a sweet conversation with his young fans. Feeling jealous, An Ran hurried to confront Yan Yue and demand an explanation. However, he straightforwardly claimed that this was all part of his job. An Ran was furious and vented her anger to Bai Mengyao. But Yan Yue's food delivery managed to bring a smile back to her face. In Bai Mengyao's eyes, their interactions might seem silly, but both you and Yan Yue know that this is how they express their love for each other.

As the atmosphere intensified, Yan Yue and An Ran held each other tightly, almost merging into one. Just at that moment, Yan Yue's mother suddenly barged in, shattering the sweetness between the young couple. Despite Yan Yue's mother being gentle in attitude and tone, An Ran could sense that she didn't support their relationship. The feeling of uncertainty was like a dark cloud hanging over An Ran's head, impossible to dispel. However, a goodnight message from Yan Yue was enough to make the cloud vanish.

Unexpectedly, Yan Yue's mother paid a visit to An Ran's home. She told An Ran that while Yan Yue was young, he had gone through a lot, so she hoped An Ran would think things through. As she left, Yan Yue's mother reminded An Ran to avoid consuming too much cold food. An Ran felt as if something was blocking her chest, making it hard to breathe. Out of politeness, she managed to muster a smile and opened the door for Yan Yue's mother. Yet, once the door closed again, the weight in her heart felt even heavier. At that moment, Yan Yue suddenly arrived. An Ran quickly pushed aside her negative emotions and didn't bring up what had just happened.

"Fragmented Time Boyfriend" received abundant praise as soon as it launched, catching the attention of Ge Shi Corporation. Consequently, they sent representatives to Ge Shi Wushuang to discuss acquisition matters. At that time, An Ran hadn't arrived yet, so only Hu Yingjun was dealing with them. When An Ran arrived leisurely, Hu Yingjun seemed to see a savior and promptly invited her to sit. Learning about the acquisition, An Ran's expression turned difficult, and she decisively rejected the collaboration. However, the other party didn't seem ready to give up and gave An Ran some time to consider.

After work, An Ran brought coffee to visit Yan Yue. Seeing his troubled expression, An Ran fully embraced her role as the mature older sister, offering help and comfort. After a busy day, their stomachs couldn't bear it any longer, so they headed to a barbecue restaurant near the school. While chatting, they discovered their tastes were surprisingly aligned.

While waiting for their meal, the sound of shattering glass and two men cursing each other echoed from somewhere. Following the sound, Yan Yue and An Ran saw two burly men shoving each other. If not for two girls trying to intervene, a full-blown fight might have already broken out. The noise was chaotic and piercing, causing Yan Yue's nerves to react with a headache. Seeing this, An Ran quickly guided him away from the scene.

This kind of situation wasn't the first time An Ran had witnessed it with Yan Yue, so she was quite concerned. What's wrong with Yan Yue? He told An Ran that perhaps it was a habit from childhood. During that time, his father always enjoyed hanging out with a group of dubious friends, smoking and playing cards. His mother tried to stop it but often faced physical abuse. The conflict between his parents deepened, and the shadows buried within Yan Yue's heart began to surface. Hearing this story, An Ran felt a pang of sympathy and tried to help Yan Yue relax, encouraging him to listen to the natural sounds around them.

What will the situation be like after a few years? From falling in love to being together, an ordinary couple might start to resent each other. Having worked so hard to understand each other inside out, they begin to question why they should invest so much effort. After listening to his mother's words, Yan Yue thought for a long time and eventually knocked on An Ran's door. For him, all he wanted was An Ran. He simply wanted to be with her all the time. But for An Ran, the concerns raised by Yan Yue's mother were the unavoidable realities hanging between them.

For the future development of "Fragmented Time Boyfriend," Lan Jie brought An Ran to Dongchuan to engage in an in-depth discussion with Mingyang Company. After almost a whole day of conversation, both sides felt quite pleased. Afterward, Liu Zong from Mingyang Company took the initiative to invite them for a meal. An Ran had no reason to refuse, so she went along. After the meal, An Ran felt a headache and heat, and her stomach seemed to be churning, making her uncomfortable. As a result, she fell into a deep sleep as soon as she returned to the hotel.

On the other side, Yan Yue was extremely displeased with the program's arrangement, but he was at a loss on how to change it. Coupled with his mother's words and An Ran's business trip, his mood turned gloomy. During his break, he messaged An Ran to inquire about her business trip, but she was already asleep and didn't have a chance to reply. Early the next morning, Yan Yue received many birthday wishes, but An Ran's message was conspicuously absent. After a while, An Ran finally messaged, explaining why she hadn't responded promptly the previous night, which left him disappointed.

After dealing with matters in Dongchuan, An Ran rushed to the airport, hoping to catch the surprise she had planned for Yan Yue that evening. Unfortunately, the weather caused her flight to be delayed. An Ran felt helpless and called Yan Yue to explain the situation. Upon hearing her words, Yan Yue's face lit up, and he hurriedly followed her plan and went to the restaurant to wait. However, the restaurant closed without An Ran's arrival. Frustrated, Yan Yue dashed to a nearby convenience store, leaving the cake in their refrigerator. Then, he rushed to the airport, but he ended up missing An Ran.

An Ran arrived at the restaurant in a rush, only to find it closed and deserted. She felt a mixture of emotions and weariness. Just then, Yan Yue's voice unexpectedly came from behind her. She turned around and indeed saw the face she missed. She tightly embraced Yan Yue, feeling both wronged and self-blaming. Yan Yue gently wiped the tears from An Ran's face, then suddenly seemed to remember something and dashed off in a certain direction.

Yan Yue retrieved the cake from the store and hurried over to An Ran. An Ran was surprised to see the cake; it was supposed to be her surprise for Yan Yue. Yan Yue's uncontrollable joy on his face was evident, and he was very grateful for the surprise An Ran had prepared for him. He explained to her that he was worried the cake might melt, so he left it at the convenience store.

Setting the cake aside, Yan Yue held An Ran's hand and sincerely told her that during the days of her business trip, he had seriously considered what she said that day. Now, he wanted to tell her that he had already made up his mind about being with her. Whenever it came to marriage and having children, he would respect her choices. After these few days, An Ran had also come to a clear decision that she wanted to be with Yan Yue, no matter the challenges. Later, Yan Yue had a serious conversation with his mother about this matter and finally gained her approval. And with her personal charm, An Ran successfully won over Yan Yue's mother.

After the incident at the arcade, Bai Mengyao began ignoring Hu Yingjun's advances, treating him like a stranger. No matter how much effort Hu Yingjun put in, she remained unresponsive, which left him feeling defeated.

Two people in the midst of passionate love always want to be glued together every moment. Unbeknownst to them, they've grown even more deeply intertwined in each other's lives. They entrust each other to sign for packages, and they want to share everything with each other. Even being apart for a short time feels like an eternity to them.

An Ran went back to her parents' house alone, leaving Yan Yue feeling lonely. After thinking it over, Yan Yue decided to step out and surprise An Ran. However, when he arrived downstairs, he couldn't reach An Ran on the phone. While worrying, he encountered an elderly man. Seeing that the man had difficulty walking, Yan Yue offered to help him upstairs.

As soon as An Ran got home, her mother started nagging her and blamed her for not having a boyfriend. An Ran became annoyed by the remark and retorted that her mother would be shocked if she found a boyfriend. Her mother looked over and saw her precious daughter lying lazily on the couch, staring at the ceiling, clearly not giving off the impression that she could find a boyfriend. Her annoyance grew, and she urged An Ran to get up quickly. Just then, a noise came from outside, and when An Ran got up to check, she unexpectedly saw Yan Yue and her father returning together, which startled her.

Upon learning that Yan Yue was six years younger than An Ran, her parents initially didn't approve of their relationship. However, Yan Yue managed to change their attitudes with his abilities. An Ran also spoke honestly with her mother, expressing that although Yan Yue was younger, he was excellent in many ways and sometimes even more mature than herself. Hearing An Ran's words, her mother finally felt at ease. Coincidentally, Yan Yue's variety show aired, and the whole family gathered around the TV to enjoy a night of togetherness.

Hu Yingjun seemed to be facing a dilemma. Previously, Bai Mengyao would often invite him to hang out, intentionally or not, but now she was unwilling to communicate normally. Yan Yue found this puzzling. Since when had Hu Yingjun started to care so much about Bai Mengyao's attitude? Seeing the momentary daze on Hu Yingjun's face, Yan Yue sensed something unusual – Hu Yingjun cared about Bai Mengyao! With guidance from Yan Yue, who had experience, Hu Yingjun began to question his feelings for Bai Mengyao. This hidden joy, like a tickling sensation in his heart, left him itching inside. He could only carefully contemplate each interaction with Bai Mengyao to discern his true feelings. However, after much thought, he still had no clear answer.

Meanwhile, no matter what Bai Mengyao did, she would involuntarily think of Hu Yingjun. After exercising, she absentmindedly posted something on her social media, secretly hoping for something. Hu Yingjun, who was feeling bored, stumbled upon Bai Mengyao's post and immediately perked up. He followed the clues and found the boxing gym where Bai Mengyao was. Bai Mengyao was elated to see that Hu Yingjun had actually come, though she kept up a façade and even teased him that he wasn't her match.

Something seemed to click in Hu Yingjun's mind. He resolved to improve his boxing skills and make Bai Mengyao see him differently. After practicing day and night for several days, he confidently approached Bai Mengyao, determined to show off his newfound abilities. However, before they could start, they encountered a reckless troublemaker. The troublemaker nearly knocked Bai Mengyao down and refused to apologize, even acting defiantly. Hu Yingjun stood up for Bai Mengyao's honor and challenged the troublemaker in the boxing ring. Through this experience, their feelings for each other finally became clear, and they naturally started their relationship.

In recent times, the peerless duo, An Ran and Yan Yue, have been riding high. Not only have they reaped the sweetness of love, but they've also reached the pinnacle of their careers. Ever since confirming their relationship, Hu Yingjun and Bai Mengyao shamelessly flaunt their affection at the company, almost causing everyone to overdose on sweetness. As for An Ran, she advises keeping workplace relationships in check while she herself can't help but smile foolishly at her phone. Consequently, the small office of the peerless duo often resounds with teasing voices.

Once they shook off the awkwardness of early love and entered the sweet honeymoon phase, it seems that achieving success in both love and career isn't impossible, but life has become busy. When the audiobook that Yan Yue participated in producing, "Moonlit Pleasure," was released, it gained a plethora of fans and garnered much attention. However, with increased attention came discussions and controversies.

A netizen exposed that the audiobook "Moonlit Pleasure" hadn't obtained the original author's copyright. Jiang Shan, troubled, had previously confirmed this matter repeatedly with the company, but to their surprise, there was still an issue. Soon after, the original author, Qing Qing, posted on social media, stating that she hadn't authorized any audiobook adaptations and directly accused Yan Yue's studio of copyright infringement. At once, netizens caught onto the trend and collectively condemned this act of infringement.

The fact is, the cooperating company, Antarctic Light, indeed purchased the five-year adaptation rights for "Moonlit Pleasure." However, the entire authorization process involved many details, and they hadn't presented the original author's original documents granting authorization for audiobook adaptation. What's even more vexing is that the studio can't get in touch with the person in charge at Antarctic Light, and the author, Qing Qing, is unwilling to meet. In other words, regardless of whether infringement occurred or not, this matter has nothing to do with the third party—the Yan Yue studio. It's merely a case of scapegoating, with Antarctic Light, which should be most responsible for the matter, hiding behind the studio.

In what seemed like an instant, details about Heisha's (Black Sand) situation were exposed one by one to the public, including his involvement in dubbing "Fragmented Time Boyfriend." As a result, rumors and gossip started circulating, claiming that the bosses of the peerless duo had connections with Heisha and directly used backdoor means to secure investment, implying that they were bad women who relied on men to climb up. Some speculated that perhaps Heisha had attached himself to a wealthy woman, which brought him attention in the dubbing industry. Many onlookers didn't mind stirring up trouble, clamoring for Heisha to leave the industry.

These rumors were like sharp blades, leaving Yan Yue breathless. He eventually collapsed, weak and powerless. Upon seeing the news, An Ran rushed over in time and brought him back home. An Ran wanted to console Yan Yue, but she inadvertently said something that hurt him deeply, turning him into a sensitive hedgehog. An Ran, feeling helpless, could only return home reluctantly, leaving Yan Yue alone to calm down.

Many gamers came forward to boycott Heisha, demanding that "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" change its dubbing. But in public and in private, An Ran would not replace Yan Yue. The peerless duo's fans also supported An Ran's stance. Fearing to stir up trouble, Lansheng Company decided to replace Yan Yue. However, seeing An Ran's determination, they had no choice but to terminate the cooperation to clear their name. Lao Wu couldn't bear to see An Ran's efforts go to waste and personally approached Yan Yue, advising him to voluntarily exit.

After much contemplation, Yan Yue ultimately decided to accept Lao Wu's suggestion and leave the industry. However, as his girlfriend, An Ran learned of this news online. She hurried to Yan Yue's home, only to find it empty and her calls going unanswered. At this moment, Yan Yue was already at the airport.

"The Fragments of Time Boyfriend" has gained more and more favor from gamers. Some boys who have played the game have become more talkative, and girls have also felt warmth from it. Jiang Shan has gained more fans as a result. However, some fans still haven't forgotten Yan Yue and hope that he can come back.

Tomorrow is the presentation. Boss Lan still has some concerns, so she took the initiative to review the report with An Ran. During this time, her daughter called, asking when she could go back. In An Ran's eyes, Boss Lan seems to be a resolute and powerful businesswoman. She would never have thought that such a dominating woman in the business world could also have a gentle side. What surprised her even more was that Boss Lan was raising her daughter on her own. An admiration for Boss Lan emerged in An Ran's heart.

As for Boss Lan, when she looks at An Ran, she sees a reflection of her daring and adventurous self from the past. That's why she appreciates An Ran and naturally wants to help her. Life is full of variables, and work is the most certain thing. With enough effort, sooner or later, rewards will come. Boss Lan also told An Ran about meeting Yan Yue and hopes that An Ran can reach greater heights. After hearing Boss Lan's words, An Ran had a lot to think about. On the way back, workers were taking down Yan Yue's bus posters. Watching the posters fall, An Ran felt a sense of confusion. Balancing work and love might truly be difficult.

That's how life is – just when people are trying to find ways to have the best of both worlds, a series of unexpected blows can hit them. An Ran hadn't fully recovered from her emotional turmoil, and the game was attacked by hackers. The hackers demanded 200,000 yuan, threatening to destroy the game. After careful consideration, An Ran decided to take a gamble and immediately shut down the game instead of giving in. However, Lan Sheng Corporation, as an investment company, couldn't simply watch their project be ruined. In this process, An Ran had no choice but to temporarily leave "Peerless World".

Everyone gathered around An Ran, pleading with her not to leave. Bai Mengyao stood up for An Ran and criticized Lan Sheng for being ungrateful. Just the thought of "The Fragments of Time Boyfriend" being handed over to Hu Yingjun for management made Bai Mengyao feel a bit worried. As for Hu Yingjun himself, he had little confidence. An Ran forced a smile and gently patted Bai Mengyao's back, instructing her to look after "Peerless World" with Hu Yingjun.

In the past, An Ran was always busy, eagerly looking forward to holidays when she could sleep in. But now that she didn't have to be busy with work, she found it hard to adjust. Just as she was about to order takeout, her father suddenly arrived. He personally cooked her favorite dishes. Although he didn't often go online, her father knew what An Ran had been through. He gently stroked An Ran's head, as if trying to transmit all the sunshine to her. Watching her father's fading figure, An Ran seemed to suddenly understand something. In the recklessness of youth, she once thought her parents' wings were chains, and after desperately breaking free, she would roam freely in her own world. It's only when we're harshly struck by reality that we realize our parents are still protecting us.

After the events that transpired, Yan Yue decided to leave the online community. Coincidentally, a friend who was involved in animation heard about this and extended an invitation to him. Yan Yue felt a lack of confidence and directly declined his friend's offer. However, this friend was quite forceful and seemed to ignore Yan Yue's words, unilaterally deciding on their collaboration.

After no longer participating in "Black Sand Time," Yan Yue felt like there was always an hour in life when he had nothing to do, no stories to tell, and no listeners. His voice used to be his exclusive ticket to enter various corners of the world. But now, that VIP passageway was completely closed, and he felt like he couldn't go anywhere. Changing cities and lifestyles seemed futile. Nights of insomnia and absentmindedness seemed to have no end. Having once had something was far scarier than never having had it.

Upon his friends' insistence, Yan Yue eventually joined an animation studio. The studio's teammates were worried about the animation's development. When Yan Yue joined, it was as if a fresh breeze swept over them, smoothing out their furrowed brows. A young girl named Lin Ran seemed to have become Yan Yue's fan. Yan Yue's work capabilities were beyond doubt. He quickly grasped the rhythm of animation and smoothly completed a day of voice acting. However, the studio encountered a problem – the other two voice actors didn't show up at a crucial moment.

Upon hearing this news, Yan Yue couldn't help but think of An Ran. Perhaps An Ran's strength was supporting him. He volunteered and finished the remaining roles by himself. As it turned out, Yan Yue was indeed capable of doing so. Throughout the day, the studio's teammates praised Yan Yue endlessly, expressing deep gratitude for his timely help. Lin Ran, the young fan, seemed to be growing more enamored.

After everyone's collective effort, the animation was finally completed. They gathered for a meal and chat, and the atmosphere was harmonious. Suddenly, a girl asked if Yan Yue was popular among girls during college. Before Yan Yue could answer, an old classmate of his preemptively spoke up, bluntly stating that Yan Yue received so many love letters during that time that he could hardly hold them all. But at that time, Yan Yue always liked to be alone and often went to the library. Lin Ran interrupted the old classmate's words and inquired about Yan Yue's current situation. Yan Yue suddenly felt restless and excused himself, getting up to leave.

The pouring rain felt like a succession of sharp blades, striking Yan Yue's heart directly and making him feel breathless. His mind was engulfed by the spray of water mist, and he walked in the rain like a lifeless shell, allowing the raindrops to continuously hit his heart. As a woman with an umbrella passed by, perhaps due to excessive yearning or obscured vision caused by the mist, Yan Yue mistook her for An Ran. Seeing the face of a stranger, Yan Yue felt even worse, and his soul seemed to follow the distant figure of the unfamiliar woman, gradually fading away. Even Lin Ran's appearance couldn't snap him out of it.

Feeling bored, An Ran picked up a notebook and crossed out completed plans. But when her pen stopped at the 25th, she suddenly paused. Because on that day, she was supposed to have a date with Yan Yue. Her heart, which had finally calmed down after so many days of organizing, surged again at that moment. She felt short of breath and decided to change into clothes for a run.

While running, the breeze turned fierce, blowing past An Ran's ears forcefully. Beads of sweat fell without reservation, soaking through her clothes. An Ran took deep breaths, but Yan Yue's face kept coming to her mind. She ran harder, trying to let the sweat wash away these emotions. Yet, the faster she ran, the clearer those emotions became. Finally, she couldn't run anymore. She stopped, feeling the rhythm of nature. Following Yan Yue's habit, she raised her phone to capture the sound of nature in that moment.

Even though she was no longer with the company, An Ran still couldn't help but worry about everything there. Upon hearing that "The Fragments of Time Boyfriend" was under hacker attack, An Ran took immediate action. After careful consideration for several days, she suddenly thought that perhaps this was the first step in Peerless World's acquisition by Geishi Corporation.

Facing Yan Yue's firm rejection, Lin Ran felt a bit annoyed inside. Since he didn't have a girlfriend, why did he so decisively reject her pursuit? Seeing Yan Yue and Chen Mo together, clever Lin Ran instantly understood. For Yan Yue, even though that girl had broken up with him, she still remained his girlfriend in his heart. Realizing this, Lin Ran was still somewhat angry. If Yan Yue loved that girl so much, why did he have to hide here? Yeah, why was he here? Yan Yue himself couldn't understand.

In the dream, An Ran and Yan Yue sat side by side, joyfully watching Yan Yue on the television. But dreams were still dreams. An Ran woke up to find no one by her side, only the noisy sound coming from the television. Her heart suddenly felt empty. She sighed heavily, about to rest, when she received a message from Pei Jun. Learning that An Ran was investigating the past decade's acquisition records of Ge Shi, Pei Jun advised her not to escalate the situation, as it wouldn't benefit anyone.

An Ran understood this principle well. But now, she was getting close to the truth. As long as she could catch the real mastermind behind the scenes, it would be beneficial to herself, the entire industry, and even Lan Sheng, without harm. Even if she had to temporarily sacrifice "Fragmented Time Boyfriend," An Ran was confident that she would make this sacrifice worthwhile. Seeing An Ran's determination, Pei Jun stopped persuading her and began to respect her decision. At this moment, An Ran suddenly felt that Pei Jun was somewhat normal.

Even though Yan Yue had hidden himself in the deep mountains and forests, at the ends of the earth, he couldn't avoid thinking about An Ran for more than four years. He opened An Ran's social media, where she shared sounds of nature she had collected. He remembered that An Ran had mentioned she wanted to experience her superpower. Thus, those happy memories rushed into his mind. But the sweeter the memories, the more uncomfortable Yan Yue felt. At this time, Hu Yingjun sent a message, informing him about An Ran and "Fragmented Time Boyfriend." Yan Yue seemed to have found a direction and immediately packed his bags and headed towards the girl in his heart.

The animated series "Blue Bird" achieved great success, and many fans recognized that the voice in it belonged to Hei Sha. Listening to the familiar voice, An Ran unconsciously arrived at Yan Yue's home. While cleaning, she accidentally saw the book "Disaster Star Lover" that had been treasured under the pillow, with An Ran's name written on it.

An Ran flipped through "Disaster Star Lover" and found a bookmark inside. She suddenly remembered her university days when she exchanged letters with a like-minded stranger through this small bookmark. Just then, she heard a noise from outside. An Ran got up and found that Yan Yue had returned. She raised the book in her hand, tears pouring from her eyes uncontrollably. It turned out that Yan Yue had recognized her long ago, and she had already been treasured in his heart. Yan Yue tightly embraced An Ran, admitting that he had indeed known her for a long time. But at that time, he felt that An Ran was beyond reach, so he didn't dare to approach her easily. Many years later, he finally gathered the courage to approach the person he had cherished for so long.

After meeting An Ran, Yan Yue started to look forward to going to school, to the playground, to the classroom, to the library – to seek out every possible encounter with An Ran. Parallel lines can never intersect. Unexpectedly, when they meet at some intersection, it's because one of them changed direction and switched tracks. Seeing An Ran's confident demeanor, Yan Yue suddenly understood something. So, she began to imitate An Ran's manner and diligently search for her own direction.

Many years later, perhaps due to not having experienced a reunion after a long separation, Yan Yue was a bit unsure when encountering An Ran again. He wasn't sure if his hidden affection still continued, if the other person was still the one from his memories. But what was certain was that this encounter was marking the beginning of a new story.

Once, when facing problems, Yan Yue always felt at a loss. He thought leaving the city was to protect An Ran, abandoning their relationship was to fulfill her dreams. It wasn't until the moment he saw An Ran again that Yan Yue understood she was even more determined than he had imagined. No matter how long he stayed away, she would always be here.

Tian Xin unintentionally spotted Chen Rui and was about to greet her when Zhao Qian from Ge Shi appeared. She quickly hid in the shadows and observed their every move at the door. The two stood not far apart, looking familiar. Tian Xin took a photo of them and sent it to An Ran. An Ran became even more certain that this matter was related to Ge Shi.

The game "Fragmented Time Boyfriend," which was suddenly attacked by hackers, wasn't an isolated case. An Ran and Hu Yingjun sought out another game company's Lao Chen to understand the situation. Lao Chen was indignant and advised An Ran not to wait for others to save her but to endure to the end. Lao Chen's team had worked hard for five years, but when their game was attacked by hackers, they joined a big company due to lack of confidence. They had hoped to benefit from this move, but it turned into a disaster. And the "wolf" responsible for this was Ge Shi.

Lao Chen's team had put a lot of effort into developing "Alternative World" and received much praise and discussion. However, just three days after its launch, the game was attacked and extorted by hackers. Unable to resist, Lao Chen's team sought refuge with Ge Shi. But only a month later, they were inexplicably expelled from the company. Hearing this, Hu Yingjun suddenly felt a chill down his spine, grateful that he hadn't agreed to Ge Shi's acquisition proposal. From Lao Chen's words, An Ran became even more certain that the hacking incident was orchestrated by Zhao Qian, but there was still no conclusive evidence to bring him down.

After a long wait, Chen Rui finally arrived. An Ran gently inquired about the reason for her resignation, hoping she would voluntarily reveal the truth. Chen Rui remained silent for a while before finally speaking up. She told An Ran that she hadn't done anything harmful to the company. An Ran believed her and asked her to inform her if there was any crucial information she needed to share.

After a while, Chen Rui decided to reveal the truth. Initially, Zhao Qian persuaded Chen Rui to join Ge Shi Wushuang after the acquisition, claiming the team needed their own people. Believing this, Chen Rui thought Zhao Qian was just doing it for the acquisition. It wasn't until the hacker attack that Chen Rui saw Zhao Qian's true nature. Later, Zhao Qian asked Chen Rui to steal information from Ge Shi Wushuang, but she refused. In truth, Chen Rui only wanted to create her own game. However, her work had gone unnoticed at Ge Shi. It was only when she joined Ge Shi Wushuang that she finally saw hope. So, she decided to reveal the truth.

On another note, the studio had initially intended to negotiate a settlement with Nan Ji Guang, but they insisted on suing despite knowing they were in the wrong. This lawsuit was difficult to fight, and Nan Ji Guang was an established copyright company. Continuing this fight would be a fatal blow to the studio. Yan Yue was troubled, unsure of what to do.

Now, the online voices weren't as aggressive as before, and Yan Yue's true fans had been waiting for him. An Ran felt that it was time for Yan Yue to return. However, his heart seemed wounded from the previous incident, and he couldn't believe someone had been waiting for him all along. An Ran approached him, wrapped her arms around his neck, and praised him as the commander soothing the soul of the city. If he didn't return, those souls might wither. In truth, Yan Yue didn't care about the negative comments online; he was concerned that his past fans might not want to hear his voice again.

Yan Yue moved the plants on the balcony while muttering to himself behind, as if practicing how to propose to An Ran. But as the words came out, he found them childish himself, unable to resist lightly flicking the leaves of the plants. Then, he took a rose, turned 180 degrees in place, imagining looking at An Ran's face, asking her if she would marry him.

However, after going through this set of actions, he suddenly deflated, feeling that it was too contrived. Later, he knelt on one knee, hands behind his back, and suddenly pulled out a rose, asking the "An Ran" in front of him if she would marry him. Before he could finish, An Ran walked out from inside, looking puzzled by Yan Yue's foolish appearance.

The studio invited Qing Qing, the original author of "Moonlit Pleasures," to explain the situation and sincerely apologize. Qing Qing wasn't unreasonable, and she saw the studio's and Yan Yue's sincerity. So, she decided to settle, kindly reminding them to be more cautious about copyright issues next time. Yan Yue looked into the distance, the sky was clear, the sunlight gentle, and he felt relieved.

On the other hand, An Ran launched the first attack against Ge Shi. But two alliances were not enough to bring down an established company like Ge Shi. So, the team worked together: one group continued to contact companies that had been victimized by Ge Shi like "Fragmented Time Boyfriend," and another group stayed to improve the game for its future re-launch. Everyone was enthusiastic, and things progressed relatively smoothly. However, there were moments of hesitation, yet An Ran remained unwavering. She used her abilities to garner support from various companies.

After a busy day, Yan Yue couldn't wait to meet An Ran at the intersection and even carried her on his back. After Hu Yingjun dropped An Ran off, he didn't just idle around either; he immediately went to pick up Bai Mengyao. While Hu Yingjun went to buy water, Bai Mengyao accidentally discovered a gift. Delighted, she was happy that Hu Yingjun was so busy yet still found time to buy her a gift.

Seeing Hu Yingjun hadn't returned yet, Bai Mengyao carefully opened the gift box and found a sparkling diamond ring. She was excited and felt that this might be Hu Yingjun's engagement ring for her. She tried to control her fluttering heart, placed the ring back, and gently touched her messy hair to remind herself to stay calm.

An Ran and Yan Yue were lying on the sofa enjoying their time together when suddenly she felt extremely uncomfortable in her stomach. She rushed to the bathroom and quickly called Bai Mengyao. An Ran felt somewhat embarrassed, as she couldn't possibly have stomach troubles at Yan Yue's place, especially after he had suggested that she move in with him. But Bai Mengyao couldn't understand An Ran's dilemma. She thought that since they were together, having stomach troubles was normal and there was no need to feel awkward.

An Ran was still confused about whether she should agree to move in together. Bai Mengyao, as an outsider, couldn't make that decision for An Ran and could only ask her what she truly felt. An Ran was extremely conflicted and had no choice but to personally ask Yan Yue if they really were at the stage of living together. Yan Yue was candid because he had seen An Ran's drunk antics and her parents and friends knew him. There was really nothing to worry about. With Yan Yue's persuasion, An Ran finally agreed. But after truly living together, she still felt a slight awkwardness.

The Anti-Cyberattack Alliance has officially been established. As one of the victims of online attacks and also the initiator of the alliance, An Ran addressed the camera, appealing to all affected companies to come forward and resist illegal business practices through cyberattacks, in order to maintain cybersecurity. Regarding the malicious attacks suffered by the alliance members, the police have also launched an investigation, and it's believed that the truth will come to light soon. For a while, online discussions were rampant, and from An Ran's words, people could deduce that Ge Shi's Zhao Qian was the one behind all these events.

After the formal establishment of the alliance, An Ran was able to return to Ge Shi Wu Shuang. This time, she also brought an old friend - Chen Rui. An Ran looked at the group photo of everyone on her phone, and her thoughts drifted back to four years ago. At that time, An Ran already had the embryonic form of "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" in her mind, but she couldn't complete such a game on her own. So, she gathered a team step by step and gradually established Ge Shi Wu Shuang as it is today.

Initially, she formed a team and continued to work under her senior. After discussing the planning of "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" with the programmer Zhang Feng, An Ran confidently reported to her senior. However, her senior didn't seem interested in the project and even felt that An Ran's idea was implausible and lacked any business value. Just then, Tian Xin, who hadn't been at the company for long, received a cold gaze from her senior for making her coffee incorrectly. An Ran felt soft-hearted and invited Tian Xin to join her team.

After working day and night, they finally developed the prototype of "Fragmented Time Boyfriend." However, her senior still didn't approve of the project and had no intention of investing money in it. Everyone felt aggrieved but helpless. An Ran thought it over and decided to go solo, vowing to hatch "Fragmented Time Boyfriend." Everyone was passionate and resolved to start from scratch with An Ran. It was during that dinner that An Ran unintentionally met A Peng, who was working as a waiter at the restaurant. Initially doubtful of An Ran's invitation, A Peng eventually joined the team.

An Ran didn't mind and then approached Hu Yingjun, receiving initial funding from him, which laid the foundation for their current company. Coincidentally, when An Ran was buying a computer, she encountered A Peng again. A Peng liked painting, was struggling financially, and was touched by An Ran's sincerity, eventually joining this small team. And thus, with beautiful expectations and fervor, "Ge Shi Wu Shuang" was officially established. Although it had only been a few years since its founding, everyone's bond was unquestionable. Despite tempting offers to lure them away with high salaries, they all firmly declined.

On the other side, a video emerged exposing how the production team had forced Yan Yue to follow the script, shifting public opinion and condemning the program's overbearing and unreasonable behavior. Seeing the comments from netizens, Yan Yue felt greatly comforted, feeling that everything was slowly getting better.

Lately, An Ran had been thinking that in reality, there are no truly perfect people in this world. When two people are together, they need to accept each other's imperfections and support each other's growth. Perhaps, this is the most important aspect of "Fragmented Time Boyfriend." After hearing An Ran's words, Yan Yue instinctively gave her a thumbs-up, praising her for speaking so well. However, he also expressed that he wouldn't go back to do the voice acting. An Ran took Yan Yue's hand, gently shaking it in the air, and using her voice to coax him. Seeing he was still unwilling to agree, An Ran pushed him away determinedly, insisting on doing the voice acting no matter what.

Girls often complain that their boyfriends lack unique and romantic ideas, but perhaps there's another possibility: they do think about it, but their imagination is truly limited, and they're unaware of it. Hu Yingjun came up with three proposal plans in total: a romantic type, a low-key luxury type, and a cheesy humor type. However, Yan Yue felt that none of them were good. Hearing this, Hu Yingjun was full of defiance and began explaining his plans in detail.

For the romantic type, Hu Yingjun planned to rent a large yacht, where the two of them would lie on the deck, holding hands and watching the sunset. The low-key luxury type would be like being at the office; everyone would appear to be working seriously, and at that moment, Yan Yue would suddenly appear and take out a big diamond ring. For the cheesy humor type, all their coworkers would be called to a basketball court, where everyone played like they had no clue what they were doing. Then Yan Yue would descend from above, and he and An Ran would have an "accidental" collision. Yet, Yan Yue still felt that none of these three plans were suitable.

After the police investigation, Zhao Qian's true identity was finally exposed to the public. All the teams he attacked finally saw the truth, and Jiang Shan Studio cleared up its previous scandals. The matter was settled, and "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" was able to go back online. Everyone gathered around, holding their breath and staring at the computer screen. When the scenes from "Fragmented Time Boyfriend" appeared, everyone rejoiced, happy to have achieved their ideals and to have remained committed to their initial goals.

On this day, Hu Yingjun brought Bai Mengyao home with him. It was Bai Mengyao's first time meeting Hu Yingjun's parents, and she was naturally a bit nervous. She feared that Hu Yingjun's parents wouldn't like her and worried about not making a good impression. Encouraged by Hu Yingjun, she agreed to go. However, when they reached the front door, she became hesitant again. Hu Yingjun coaxed and tricked her, managing to "carry" Bai Mengyao to meet his parents.

As soon as they entered the house, flower petals drifted down from the ceiling. Hu Yingjun's parents solemnly descended the stairs. Hu Yingjun's mother was extremely delighted; she held Bai Mengyao's hand and wouldn't stop talking, lavishing her with praise. But after saying a few words, Hu Yingjun's parents started arguing, vowing to compete in front of Bai Mengyao. Seeing this, before the "fire" could spread, Hu Yingjun quickly sat next to Bai Mengyao and covered her ears tightly.

Yan Yue took on a charity project, aiming to help visually impaired children "watch" movies. To better understand these children, Yan Yue and An Ran visited a special school. They approached a child who was listening to the animated show "Blue Bird" and struck up a conversation. Since Yan Yue had previously provided the voice for "Blue Bird," he carefully introduced the animation to the child. Upon hearing their conversation, the child speculated that they were a couple and asked if they would get married in the future. Hearing this question, both of them fell into an awkward silence.

Back at home, Yan Yue looked at the diamond ring in his hand and still couldn't decide how to propose to An Ran. After much thought, he finally had an idea. As they got up together, they stood side by side in front of the dressing mirror to freshen up. Seeing their synchronized actions, An Ran couldn't help but burst into laughter. However, Yan Yue suddenly stopped what he was doing, turned to face An Ran, and proposed to her. Seeing An Ran standing still, Yan Yue took out a ring from his pocket and quickly put it on her finger. An Ran snapped out of her daze, not even having cleared the foam from her mouth, and immediately uttered a "yes." Afterward, the two of them continued with their morning routines as if nothing had happened.

Oral Film Charity Exhibition Day, Yan Yue led An Ran onto the stage. With a gentle tone and vivid language, he narrated the story of an animated film to the visually impaired children. Under Yan Yue's guidance, the children seemed to be able to "see" the scenes from the animation, becoming more engaged as the plot unfolded. An Ran watched Yan Yue quietly, a pleased smile appearing on her face.

As the day grew late, An Ran descended the stairs in a pristine white wedding gown and high heels. Joyfully, she reached the center of the lawn, only to find it empty. Worry, fear, and dread enveloped her, and she suddenly felt suffocated. Perhaps it was this suffocating feeling that awakened the real An Ran. She took deep breaths, and as Yan Yue approached, she hurriedly embraced him tightly.

Early in the morning, Hu Yingjun and Bai Mengyao arrived at the house to take the two of them to try on wedding dresses. Seeing the leisurely pace of An Ran and Yan Yue, Hu Yingjun and Bai Mengyao grew impatient and urged them to change quickly and head out. The group wandered around the bridal shop, their eyes dazzled by the choices. Watching An Ran try on wedding dresses with joy, Bai Mengyao couldn't help but sigh. It felt like just yesterday when An Ran had suddenly stopped her and complimented her artwork. However, in the blink of an eye, An Ran had already stepped into the realm of marriage.

In the park, An Ran stood in a spotless white wedding gown, while Yan Yue wore a sharp suit. Standing together, their compatibility was beyond words. They ran slowly in the direction of the wind, casting hopeful gazes into the unknown distance. They laughed freely, walked with ease, and recorded the important moment in front of the camera. After looking at the wedding photos, An Ran couldn't help but admire how every angle of Yan Yue's was perfect. Looking at the photos in the camera, An Ran couldn't help but feel a bit nostalgic. These were the places where they had left their footprints. The only regret was that the An Ran of that time hadn't yet met Yan Yue. But now that they had met, it wasn't too late, in fact, it was just right.

"Fragmented Time Boyfriend" was a huge success, and the team members received the largest bonus since starting their business. Just as everyone was happily preparing to leave work, Hu Yingjun suddenly returned and announced that "Peerless Duo" would have a four-day break starting from tomorrow. After the initial shock, they realized that Yan Yue and An Ran's wedding was just a few days away. Meanwhile, the groom-to-be, Yan Yue, sat by a desk lamp, racking his brain to craft his wedding vows. Each word and sentence expressed his inner feelings, but they still seemed inadequate to capture Yan Yue's happiness and joy. Seeing An Ran come out of the bathroom, he closed his notebook and approached to help dry her hair.

The wedding was set on the lawn, and the attendees were all friends of the couple, making the atmosphere very relaxed. People were either holding glasses of champagne or delectable desserts, gathering together for conversations. When Yan Yue and An Ran made their entrance, everyone rushed forward to witness their sweet and beautiful love story. An Ran handed her bridal bouquet directly to Bai Mengyao, hoping that she would also find happiness. This blessing quickly came true. Hu Yingjun appeared out of nowhere, knelt before Bai Mengyao, and presented her with a diamond ring, asking if she would marry him. Bai Mengyao was ecstatic and, after processing everything, accepted Hu Yingjun's proposal.

Though everyone toiled hard every day, growing exhausted and sometimes even numb, life still had a way of bringing unexpected surprises at certain moments. While there might not be an extra hour in the day, those fragments of time were enough to turn past regrets into a sweet love story. Thanks to the beautiful love they shared, life regained its vibrancy and brilliance.

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