Road to Fame and Fortune

• CEO
• Romance
• Suspense

• Ep. 1
  In the opening scene, a wealthy tycoon, aware of his impending death due to a terminal illness, makes the decision to distribute his vast estate among his relatives. He enlists the help of his lawyer to gather all his kin at his residence for the announcement of his final wishes. The relatives, upon hearing the news, descend upon the tycoon's home, each with their own hidden agendas and schemes to secure the inheritance. The episode begins with a series of mysterious and tense interactions, as seen in the subtitles, where characters question "Who is it?" and assert "You can't come here," hinting at the secretive and competitive nature of the family members. The dialogue "Not yet" and "I'm going to go" suggests a sense of urgency and impending revelation, building anticipation for the absurd and comical events that will unfold as the relatives vie for the inheritance.
• Ep. 2
  In the opening scene, the wealthy tycoon's health is discussed by his caretaker and the family's lawyer, revealing that he is stable despite his terminal illness. The caretaker is commended for their diligent care, and the lawyer instructs them to keep him informed of any changes. The episode then shifts to a tense confrontation between a scorned woman and the tycoon, who is now bedridden and helpless. She taunts him about his past infidelities and the women he abandoned, seeking a plea for mercy that she cruelly denies. Her vengeful intent is to make him suffer by witnessing the emotional deaths of those around him while he lingers in his own physical decline. The subtitles suggest a dark and dramatic tone, setting the stage for the unfolding of the tycoon's final days and the battles over his inheritance.
• Ep. 3
  In the opening scene, a wealthy businessman receives a letter from his family's law firm, revealing that his terminally ill uncle, a tycoon, is near death and has summoned him to discuss the inheritance. The businessman's wife, more concerned with material possessions, is obsessed with acquiring a luxury LU bag, showing a stark contrast between their priorities. As they embark on a journey to their uncle's estate, they encounter a broken-down car, adding to their troubles. Meanwhile, the wife continues to pressure her husband to secure the inheritance so she can buy an even more expensive bag than her rival, further highlighting the comedic and absurd nature of their greed.
• Ep. 4
  The wealthy tycoon, sensing his impending death due to a terminal illness, has summoned his relatives to his grand residence for the distribution of his estate. Amidst the chaos of gathering relatives, a group of individuals are seen frantically trying to make their way to the tycoon's mansion, offering money to a reluctant driver for a ride. They bicker over the condition of the vehicle and the excessive luggage they've brought along. Upon arrival, they are astonished to find a crowd gathered at the entrance, speculating that everyone present might be there to contest the inheritance. Tensions rise as they realize the competition for the tycoon's assets is fiercer than anticipated, setting the stage for a series of absurd and comical events that will reveal the true nature of each character as they vie for the ultimate prize.
• Ep. 5
  In the opening scene of the play, a chaotic and comical confrontation unfolds at the wealthy tycoon's residence. Relatives, each claiming to be the rightful heir, gather at the entrance, arguing and posturing to assert their claim to the inheritance. The subtitles reveal a series of absurd exchanges: - A woman declares her husband as the future heir, demanding others to clear the way (Subtitle 2). - A man counters, claiming his own right to the inheritance, and questions the identity of the woman (Subtitle 4). - Tensions escalate with threats of violence and calls for brothers to intervene (Subtitle 9-10). - A mention of the rule of law in Fangchenggang suggests a legal basis for their claims (Subtitle 11-12). - The group acknowledges receiving notification from a lawyer, indicating a formal process is underway (Subtitle 15). - A challenge is issued to settle the dispute through a fight, with the victor receiving a prized signature and photograph (Subtitle 23-26). - The presence of a lawyer is awaited to resolve the situation, highlighting the legal complexities (Subtitle 30). - The final subtitle (Subtitle 45) reiterates a claim to the inheritance, adding to the confusion and competition. This scene sets the stage for a dramatic and humorous exploration of greed, family dynamics, and the lengths people will go to secure their share of a legacy.

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