Forty Something — Season 1, Episode 18: Episode 18
Drama, Family • 47 min • 1 season, 20 episodes
Episode synopsis
TAK accuses LIN having neglected their family. LIN has to quit the job. CHEUNG is depressed. LIN introduces some girlfriends to CHEUNG but CHEUNG is not satisfied. TAK meets an old friend who is the editor-in-chief of a magazine. He promises to report TAK's shop in the magazine. However TAK cannot arrive at the shop in time as he has been trapped in a lift. The reporter disregards CHEUNG and LIN as a couple. When TAK reads the article, he is angry. LIN has to stop her work immediately, hoping the situation will not be worsened. YAN's past is unearthed and it is disclosed that she was in a Girl's Home. RICHARD makes a certificate to protect her. YAN's mother is visited by reporters. She does not tell the truth for YAN's sake.
About Forty Something
The story revolves around Yeung Chung-tak, who has dedicated twenty years of his life to the household electronics division of the family business, Yip Fook Trading. Unfortunately, as the business evolves, he realizes that his position as vice-manager is the furthest he can go, as outsiders cannot become part of the family business. Still, Chung-tak is content with his life, as his true focus has always been on his family. Chung-tak's happy marriage to his wife, Wong Oi-lin, is challenged when a switch of apartments and changes in the company bring unexpected crises into their lives. They have two daughters, and together, they strive to overcome the challenges and rescue their peaceful life. The story explores how Chung-tak confronts these trials and their outcome.